A Milam woman has been sentenced to federal prison and ordered to pay restitution for stealing from her employer in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Haley Maxine Snodgrass, 29, pleaded guilty to credit union theft and was sentenced to 33 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone on July 1, 2025. Judge Crone also ordered Snodgrass to pay restitution in the amount of $330,351.39. According to information presented in court, in April 2023, an auditor with Doches Credit Union requested a sample of loans from the Hemphill … [Read more...] about Prison and Restitution For Snodgrass
Charles Richard “Dickie” Uzzle
Charles Richard “Dickie” Uzzle, 81, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 29, 2025, peacefully at his home in Bridge City. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Officiating will be Randy Redkey. Born in Orange, Texas, on September 28, 1943, he was the son of Willard Harold Uzzle and Elizabeth Watkins Uzzle. Following his graduation from Lutcher Stark High School in 1961, he pursued higher education, initially attending Blinn Junior College on a track scholarship for Javelin and later continuing his studies at Lamar … [Read more...] about Charles Richard “Dickie” Uzzle
Lions Disaster Ready
The Orange Lions Club unveiled their new Disaster Response Meal Prep Trailer on Monday. This trailer will travel throughout Texas staffed by Lions from District 2S1 Lions whenever a disaster strikes. This project was made possible through the generosity of Dow Sabine River Operations and Extreme Detail Garage. Where there’s a need…there’s a Lion. … [Read more...] about Lions Disaster Ready
LCM Lunch/Breakfast Program
Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) The Little Cypress Mauriceville CISD announced it will operate the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2025-2026 school year. Schools qualifying to operate CEP serve breakfast and lunch to all children at no charge and eliminate the collection of meal applications for free, reduced-price, and paid student meals. This approach reduces burdens for both families and school administrators and helps ensure that students receive nutritious meals. For additional information please … [Read more...] about LCM Lunch/Breakfast Program
ATM Thieves Strike On Hwy. 87
Early Monday morning it is believed a person(s) stole a truck in West Orange and used it to break into an ATM at MCT Credit Union on Hwy. 87 near Bridge City. The truck was found on Patillo Rd. where it is believed they got into another vehicle and fled the scene. The case is under investigation. … [Read more...] about ATM Thieves Strike On Hwy. 87
Summertime and Garden Weeds Advance ‘Hand in Hand’
It doesn’t take much time before weeds establish themselves into garden and landscape areas. Unfortunately, gardeners who take the “wait and see” approach to weed management will experience extreme weed infestations quickly. Weed removal from severely infested areas is daunting, time consuming, and labor intensive (image: epicgardening.com). By John Green, Certified Texas Expert Gardner, Orange County, TX Summer has ‘barely’ arrived, but outdoor temperatures are already soaring! By now many gardeners have reduced the time spent working in the garden (or stopped completely) due to the … [Read more...] about Summertime and Garden Weeds Advance ‘Hand in Hand’
Victoria Vela
Victoria Vela, 22, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 23, 2025, in San Felipe, Guanajuato, Mexico. A Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange, Texas. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas, with a Rosary service taking place at 6:00 p.m. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on October 24, 2002, she was the beloved daughter of Hector Vela and Maria Vela Ibarra. Victoria was a recent graduate of … [Read more...] about Victoria Vela
Who’s Getting Married?
Orange County Marriage Licenses Issued By The Office Of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk for The week of June 23, 2025 through June 27, 2025 Nathan John Agee and Aimee Elizabeth Kibodeaux Kevin Brenden Sonnier and Sheila Ann Marie Spencer Anthony Brister and Allee Michelle Franks Dennis Cazie Eaves and Robbin Elaine Odom Jeffrey Scott Miller and Dana Michelle McClain Randy Eugene Chandler and Mindy Irene Roy Jermarcus Derron Garrett and La’Davia Faye Cooper Michael Edward Gregory and Myranda Catherine Roach Lane Adam Knapp and Kaitlynn Rae Old Douglas Wayne … [Read more...] about Who’s Getting Married?
OC Man Indicted After Chase
An Orange County man has been indicted by a Jefferson County Grand Jury after leading officers on a chase that reached 140mph. According to court records, in the afternoon of March 26, uniformed officers observed a 2013 silver Audi traveling westbound on I-10 near the 854 mile marker at a speed of 105mph in a 55mph zone. Officers attempted to pull the vehicle over as he dangerously began weaving in and out of traffic. He took the Laurel Street exit and made a U-turn, getting back on I-10 eastbound. He went through a construction zone and a parking lot of a McDonald's before getting … [Read more...] about OC Man Indicted After Chase
Newton Co. Sheriff’s Report
by Sheriff Colton Havard Fugitive Arrest on County Road 2110 in Burkeville:On Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 7:26 a.m., deputies with the Newton County Sheriff’s Office, along with the United States Marshals Service and the Newton Police Department, served a felony warrant in the 2100 block of County Road 2110 in Burkeville. The suspect, identified as Casey Edward Baker, had several felony warrants out of Angelina and Walker Counties for Failure to Appear on Aggravated Assault Family Violence and Indecency with a Child. In an attempt to conceal his identity and whereabouts, Baker had also been … [Read more...] about Newton Co. Sheriff’s Report
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