Case involves one from Orange and two from Beaumont The Texas Game Warden investigation known as "Ghost Deer" has reached a possible conclusion after two additional suspects turned themselves in on felony charges. This brings the total number of individuals implicated in the case to 24, with approximately 1,400 charges filed across 11 Texas counties. Ken Schlaudt, 64, of San Antonio, the owner of four deer breeding facilities and one release site, along with facility manager Bill Bowers, 55, of San Angelo, surrendered to the Travis County District Attorney’s Office on charges … [Read more...] about 24 Suspects In Ghost Deer Case
Rest Area Transformed
The old rest area on the east bound side of I-10 near Claiborne Park a mile marker 868 is seeing a lot of action lately from bulldozers and other heavy equipment. KOGT spoke with Tanya Avila of TxDOT who said "This site will be an 18-wheeler truck parking lot. This is part of a statewide initiative to address the shortage of safe and accessible parking for commercial vehicles." Avila said there was no timeline as to when the parking area will be completed. … [Read more...] about Rest Area Transformed
Bears, Bobcats Scrimmage Friday
Both coaches walked away satisfied after Friday's scrimmage at Battlin' Bear Stadium between Orangefield and the host Bears. LCM had a 10-7 edge in the controlled scrimmage and a 14-7 score after one quarter of live play. The other story was the absence of Braylon Lewis as LCM QB because of an injury to his hand. Coach Eric Peevey said he will miss "weeks." Jakson Struwe took the snaps with the first team and Peevey was happy with his performance which included a long TD pass to Khayden Reed. "We have some kids playing new positions and they need more time. Orangefield as expected … [Read more...] about Bears, Bobcats Scrimmage Friday
Texas Hunting, Fishing Licenses on Sale
Fall is upon us and for hunters and anglers that can only mean one thing, it is time to renew hunting and fishing licenses. Before taking the boat out or hitting the field, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds hunters and anglers to purchase their new licenses for the 2025-26 season. Current-year Texas hunting and fishing licenses (except the Year-from-Purchase All-Water Fishing Package) expire at the end of August. Licenses for the 2025-26 season go on sale Aug. 15. Texans purchase more than 3 million hunting and fishing licenses annually, directly funding a magnitude … [Read more...] about Texas Hunting, Fishing Licenses on Sale
2025 Volleyball Schedules
Here are the area volleyball schedules for the 2025 season. - - - - - - … [Read more...] about 2025 Volleyball Schedules
Who’s Getting Married?
Marriage License issued from the office of Brandy Robertson Orange County Clerk for the week of August 11, 2025 through August 15, 2025. Adrian Jace Vandevender and Carissa Kay Isaacs Lane Kyle Richard and Claire Elizabeth Tanous Tyrese Malik Richardson and Hailey Renee Bourque Nicholas Wayne Miguez and Mijail Alejandro Paz Echeverria Triston Paul Murray and Katelyn Jeanette Raymer Blayne Adam Richey and Syreina Nikol Lynn Stephens Bradley Neal Hutton and Bambie Lynn Byrom Renas Judge Jr. and Christian Daumier Hicks … [Read more...] about Who’s Getting Married?
Friday Volleyball Scores
Bridge City is off to a good start and that continued Friday going 3-0 at the PNG Volleybash. They defeated PNG White, Buna and Anna in straight sets. - LCM Lady Bears went 3-0 at the PNG Tournament Friday. They defeated West Brook, Huffman, & Dayton to advance to the Gold Bracket Saturday. - At the PNG Tournament Orangefield lost in straight sets to PNG Purple and Woodville. They lost a tough 3 setter to Kingwood Park. Leading OF in their three games: Mikayla Locke-(Aces:7, Kills:13, Assists: 19, Digs:16), Eliese Gravett-(Aces: 6, Digs:18), Ava Walker-(Assist: 21, Kills: … [Read more...] about Friday Volleyball Scores
Thomas Aloysius Tindall
Thomas Aloysius Tindall, born on March 26, 1948, passed away on August 9, 2025, at 1:13 a.m. Services for Thomas, who grew up in Orange, are Saturday, August 23, 2025. Rosary & Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m. Funeral Mass - 12:00 p.m. Location: Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3515 Trinity Dr., Mont Belvieu, TX 77580. Thomas lived a life full of curiosity, passion, and purpose. As a child, he loved listening to radio shows and was an avid reader, even going through the encyclopedia page by page. He admired figures like Walter Cronkite and dreamed big — including aspiring to become … [Read more...] about Thomas Aloysius Tindall
Bernice Plunkett
Born in Orange, Texas, on a winter’s day in 1939, Bernice Plunkett entered the world with a quiet strength and a heart full of devotion. She was the beloved daughter of Wesley Singleton and Ethel Killian Cox, and from the very beginning, her life was marked by deep family roots and enduring love. Bernice was preceded in death by her cherished parents, her devoted husband of 66 years, John “Smokey” Plunkett, her beloved daughter Helen Barnard, her siblings Thelma Plant, John Singleton, and Mertie Singleton and her daughter-in-law Shelley Plunkett. Though her absence leaves a tender ache, … [Read more...] about Bernice Plunkett
Thursday Volleyball Scores
Orangefield is competing in the PNG Volleybash and faced three strong opponents but showed improvements in each contest. The Lady Bobcats lost to Huffman (19-21), PNG (22-19), and West Fork (13-13) in straight sets. Highlights of the Day: Ava Walker-( Kills:6, Assist:17, digs: 11), Mikayla Locke- (Kills: 11, Assists:16, Digs:21, Aces:3), Paisley Reeves-(Kills:7), Haylee Spears -(Kills:9), Eliese Gravett-(Digs:20). OHS will return for Day 2 of the tournament to take on Kingwood Park, Port Neches-Groves (Purple), and Woodville. - Bridge City beat PNG Purple, Dayton and H-F at the … [Read more...] about Thursday Volleyball Scores
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