The Vidor Pirates wrapped up second place in the district with a 12-2 win over Jasper. Bryce Bushelle struck out 7 and walked just one in the victory. Leadoff hitter Westin Baker was on fire at the plate going 3-4 with 4 RBI's and 2 runs scored. - Bridge City beat WOS 13-3. John Van Huis was a homerun away from the cycle, collecting two singles, a double and a triple to finish 4-5 with 3RBI's and two runs scored. Three BC pitchers combined for 13 strikeouts, nine of those coming from Max Pachar. The four hits by the Mustangs were collected by Zach Nation, Noah Robles, Diego Ibarra, … [Read more...] about Friday Baseball Scores
Who’s Getting Married?
Marriage License Issued from the office of Brandy Robertson Orange County Clerk for the week of April 22, 2024 through April 26, 2024 Mason Glen Gryder and Zoe Trichelle Johnson Monk Eddie Ray Fairchild and Florence Salvador Gutierrez Lyres Junior Adams and Ronisha Ken Ea Scott Colton Eric Love and Katelyn Nicole Morgan Casey James Mccoy and Kasi Byrd Simone Gevaughn Quinton Boutte and Asia Lashun Stratton Willie Addarrell Lusk Moore and Mykeisha Shantel Hartfield Trevin Jaret Olbrich and Sydney Lyn Bullard Peyton Gregory Choate and Alexa Breanne Poore Dennis Lee … [Read more...] about Who’s Getting Married?
Fatal Auto-Ped Accident
The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash on Interstate 10 near Martin Luther King Dr. The preliminary crash investigation indicates that at 10:55 p.m. Thursday, the driver of a 2017 Toyota Camry, identified as Cameron Williams, 30, of Harlingen, Tx., was traveling east and struck a pedestrian who entered the roadway. The pedestrian died at the scene and their name has not been released. The driver was not injured. This is an ongoing investigation. … [Read more...] about Fatal Auto-Ped Accident
Sales Tax Holiday
Natural disasters will continue to happen. Prepare yourself during the 2024 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday for emergencies that can cause physical damage like hurricanes, flash floods and wildfires. You can purchase certain emergency preparation supplies tax free during the sales tax holiday. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase, and you do not need to give an exemption certificate to claim the exemption. This year’s holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 27, and ends at midnight on Monday, April 29. … [Read more...] about Sales Tax Holiday
Nancy Louise Brewer
Nancy Louise Brewer, 77, of Orange, Texas, passed away on April 7, 2024, in Conroe, TX. Born in Orange, TX, on August 9, 1946, she was the daughter of James Aubrey Brewer and Clara (Guidry) Brewer. Nancy graduated in 1964 from West Orange High School in Orange, TX. She retired from Market Basket floral department after 20 years of service in the Golden Triangle area. Nancy enjoyed making floral arrangements, crocheting and watching Netflix. She had a witty sense of humor that everyone enjoyed. She is preceded in death by her parents, James Aubrey Brewer and Clara (Guidry) … [Read more...] about Nancy Louise Brewer
Mary Lou Murphy
Mary Lou Murphy, 92, of Orange, Texas, passed away on April 23, 2024, at Golden Years Assisted Living in Orange. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 29, 2024, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange, Texas. Born in Ged, Louisiana, on July 13, 1931, she was the daughter of Ira Guidry and Alta (Chesson) Guidry. Mary found delight gardening and spending time outdoors, and could be often found in the comfort of her swing reading. Alongside her husband Aaron, the pair enjoyed traveling together and square dancing. Mary will be missed by all who had the pleasure of … [Read more...] about Mary Lou Murphy
H. Dwain Lovett
H. Dwain Lovett, 76, of Montserrat, British West Indies, the "Emerald Isle of the Caribbean," passed away suddenly but mercifully, peacefully, after a very sudden decline in his health in the early morning hours on April 18, 2024, while in Nacogdoches, TX. He had been anticipating a cardiac procedure, so he could return home to his beloved wife and island home. His loss is completely unexpected, and his family is profoundly saddened. He started his voyage from his birthplace of Orange, Texas having been born to Constance Odessa Coppels-Lovett (Connie) and Harold Cooper Lovett (Cooper). He … [Read more...] about H. Dwain Lovett
Garlington Graduates From Academy
Midshipman Tatum Garlington of Orangefield successfully completed four years of challenging academic, physical, and professional military training, graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in Arabic and a commission as a US Navy Ensign. She is a graduate of Orangefield High School. Founded in 1845, the U.S. Naval Academy today is a prestigious four-year service academy that prepares midshipmen morally, mentally and physically to be professional officers in the naval service. More than 4,400 men and women representing every state in the U.S. and several … [Read more...] about Garlington Graduates From Academy
Frogs And Bugs
Orangefield Kindergarten ended their study on Amphibians with their annual frog jumping contest today! All frogs were released back into their natural habitat after the event. Orangefield Pre-K has learned about insects! They learned about ants, bees, ladybugs, butterflies, and other insects. The students were able to see and learn all about the lifecycle of the butterfly. Today, the students released their butterflies and enjoyed watching them fly away to their new homes. … [Read more...] about Frogs And Bugs
Huffman Falls To Cards
Vidor loses Gm. 1 to Liberty Bridge City swept Huffman in the 4A Bi-District Round Thursday, winning 1-0 and 2-1 in front of the home crowd. Carson Fall continues to dominate in the circle and she's also doing it with her bat. She threw a no-hitter in Game One with 21 strikeouts. In Game Two she threw a one hitter and struck out 17. AND she drove in the two runs with a double in the second. AND she tagged out the tying run at home when Huffman was threatening in the fifth. "I'm thankful after every game that Carson is on our team," said first year coach Kylie Bradley with a … [Read more...] about Huffman Falls To Cards
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