Brenda Gail Meche, a loving mother, grandmother, and friend, passed peacefully on September 19, 2025, in her hometown of Vidor, Texas, surrounded by her cherished daughters. Born on September 7, 1954, Brenda was a vibrant spirit whose passion for life was infectious. Brenda was known for her fun-loving personality, which endeared her to all who had the privilege of knowing her. She found joy in the simplest of pleasures, such as dancing and enjoying the lively sounds of Cajun music, deeply embracing her Cajun heritage. Her laughter and warmth created a welcoming atmosphere for family … [Read more...] about Brenda Gail Meche
Matthew Lawrence Lucher
Matthew Lawrence Lucher, 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 15, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Boa Zampini. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on December 12, 1966, he was the son of Lawrence Paul Lucher, Jr. and Audrey Ann Lucher (Trahan). Matthew was known as a … [Read more...] about Matthew Lawrence Lucher
Fresh/Saltwater Fishing Report
Weekly Fishing Report Week of September 17, 2025 Sam RayburnWater stained; 80 degrees; 7.11 feet below pool. Lots of trash and clumps of hyacinth and weeds were washed out from the creeks into the main lake. Lots of bass are in the shallows. Top water bite around pencil grass and reeds or any cover you can find. Yellow magic and top water bait early have been seeing some action. Crankbaits on points and drains. Jigs and Carolina rigs off ledges and structure. Crappie are slowly moving out to brush and timber. White bass school off points. Catfish move out to deeper water and creek channels … [Read more...] about Fresh/Saltwater Fishing Report
Mary Ann Callahan
Mary Ann Callahan, 81, of Pearcy, Arkansas, passed away on September 15, 2025, at Sunshine Valley Place. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Morse, Louisiana, on May 9, 1944, she was the daughter of Lenis Fontenot and Yolanda (Lavergne) Fontenot. Mary Ann dedicated over 30 years of her … [Read more...] about Mary Ann Callahan
Bobcats Visit Courtroom
Third grade students in Mrs. Wolfford’s class at Orangefield Elementary recently gained firsthand insight into how a courtroom operates through their reading of The Trial of Cardigan Jones. To extend their learning beyond the classroom, the students toured the Orange County Courthouse, where they met with the Court Coordinator and Judge Mandy White-Rogers. During their visit, students observed a real courtroom, asked questions, and learned about the roles and responsibilities involved in conducting a trial. Following the field trip, students applied what they had learned by … [Read more...] about Bobcats Visit Courtroom
Alice May Myrick
Beloved mother & Grandmother Alice May Myrick, 85, of Vidor went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in Vidor, TX. A native of Fred, TX, she lived in Vidor for the past 65 years. May was a retired custodian from VISD. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor, with burial to follow at Restlawn Memorial Park in Vidor. Visitation will be held at 6:00 p.m. Friday, September 19, 2025, at Memorial Funeral Home. May is proceeded in death by her loving husband of 50 Years, and 3 … [Read more...] about Alice May Myrick
Week 4 Football Schedule
Many teams are off this week. Meantime several are looking to stay undefeated while a handful are looking for win number one. SUBVARSITY The JV Orangefield Bobcats played host to the Little Cypress - Mauriceville bears. It was a hard fought battle that did not go the Bobcats way with a 14 to 6 loss. Case Comeaux would score the lone touchdown for the offense on a touchdown pass from Logan Anderson. The defense would keep the Bobcats in the game all night long. Jacob Walters and Kolte Morgan anchored the defensive line controlling the bear offense most of the night. The Bobcats had … [Read more...] about Week 4 Football Schedule
Record 5,029 Students at LSCPA
The new $37.4 million Allied Health and Sciences Building at Lamar State College Port Arthur opened this fall, providing state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories that support record enrollment of 5,029 students. Growth at LSCPA helps push Texas State University System to unprecedented 102,190 students Lamar State College Port Arthur has reached a historic milestone, enrolling 5,029 students for the Fall 2025 semester, the highest headcount in the 116-year history of the college. The final enrollment figure represents an increase of more than seven percent from Fall … [Read more...] about Record 5,029 Students at LSCPA
Hood Back In Pinehurst
On Wednesday the Pinehurst City Council announced that Robbie Hood is coming back as interim City Administrator following a settlement agreement with suspended city administrator/police chief Stephen Stroud. As the song says, Hood said he plans to hit the door running on Monday at 7am "I kept my home in Pinehurst that I bought six years ago and now things have come full circle. I'm glad to be back and look forward to helping the city move in the right direction," Hood said. "I was retired for four months but realized I still have gas in the tank." Hood retired earlier this year after … [Read more...] about Hood Back In Pinehurst
Matthew James Authement
In loving memory of Matthew James Authement, born on December 10, 1985 in Orange TX and passed away at the age of 39 on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Matt had a big personality, had a big heart, gave big hugs, and ended conversations with ‘I love you’. His selfless act of organ donation that saved multiple lives is a true testament to his compassion for others. He was an amazing, loving brother to his sister Christy, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him was his grandmother Janice Dickerson, uncle Mike Fountain, and Grandfather Jackie Authement Sr. He is survived by his father Mike … [Read more...] about Matthew James Authement
Social Media