Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) formally installed Dr. Wendy Elmore as the fifth president of the College during an Investiture ceremony held Tuesday, September 16, 2025, in the Shahan Event Center on campus. The ceremony, one of higher education’s oldest traditions, was attended by Texas State University System leaders, community dignitaries, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends of the college. The event featured remarks from TSUS Chancellor Brian McCall, faculty and student representatives, and community officials, before Dr. Elmore accepted the charge of office. The … [Read more...] about Elmore Formally Installed At LSCO
Boil Water Notice For Some (UPDATE)
UPDATE: boil water notice rescinded Sept. 19 Due to Orange County severing a 6 inch water main the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the Mauriceville Municipal Utility District (TX1810144) public water system to notify all residents on Guillory Road and South FM 1136 to I-10 to include Burton Estates and South of the Quail Trail Estates on FM 1442 to I-10 to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and … [Read more...] about Boil Water Notice For Some (UPDATE)
Adult Studio Workshop
Join us for the Adult Studio Workshop: Clay Mobiles and explore the art of creating with clay. In the first session, you’ll design and sculpt a mobile or wall hanging, which will be fired between sessions. During the second session, you’ll add a finish and assemble your piece into a completed work of art. This two-part workshop will be held October 3 and 24 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Space is limited. The $35 fee includes all materials. For more information, email kodomhall@starkmuseum.org or call 409-886-2787, ext. 3037. - … [Read more...] about Adult Studio Workshop
Linemen Of The Week
Each week during football season KOGT names its Linemen of the Week sponsored by Jasper American Overhead Door. Congratulations to this weeks Linemen of the Week for getting the job done in the trenches. - … [Read more...] about Linemen Of The Week
House Fire Believed Arson
Firefighters were called to a home Monday evening on Broad Street in West Orange near Mello Plumbing. When they arrived they found the home fully engulfed. The home was vacant with no power and arson is suspected. It's the second time the fire department has been called on the empty residence. OCESD 3 and 4 provided mutual aid along with Acadian. The cause is under investigation. - … [Read more...] about House Fire Believed Arson
Carey William Green
Carey William Green, 67, of Sherman, Texas passed away peacefully on September 12th, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Carey was born in Orange, Texas on November 20th, 1957 to William and Betty Green. He graduated from Bridge City high school in 1976, where he was a member of the Vocational Industrial Club of America. Carey worked as a forklift driver for Johnson and Johnson for thirty years, where he gained numerous life long friends. Carey had a great love for the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and most of all fishing. Carey is survived by his beloved daughter, … [Read more...] about Carey William Green
Ronald Cappy Ricks
Ronald Cappy Ricks, affectionately known as Ron and Ronny, was born on November 11, 1944, and passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on September 11, 2025, in Baton Rouge, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents Clyde Willis “Cappy” and Billie Bess “BeBe” Ricks, and brother, Scott Ricks. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Ricks; his daughters, Amy England, Madeleine Ricks, and Margot Ricks; his sister, Lynanne Goodwin and husband, Albert Goodwin; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many loving family members and friends. Ron was a graduate … [Read more...] about Ronald Cappy Ricks
Hummingbird Migration- Providing Support for a Long Journey
Hummingbirds have started their fall migration which are most active from August through November. Early to mid-September, Texas has the highest number of migrating hummingbirds passing through, building energy resources for the long journey to Mexico (image courtesy: www.audubon.org). By: John Green- Certified Texas Expert Gardener, Orange, TX Last week we experienced slightly cooler weather conditions (a taste of autumn)…now a memory, as summer has clearly returned! Rainfall has been insignificant the past week, and the local extended weather predictions are not promising. Most of SETX … [Read more...] about Hummingbird Migration- Providing Support for a Long Journey
Storytime At Orange Public Library
Storytime has returned to the Orange Public Library every Wednesday morning through December 17th! Fall 2025 Dates: • September: 10, 17, 24 • October: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • November: 5, 12, 19 • December: 3, 10, 17 Early Literacy: 10:15 – 10:45 am Preschool Storytime is designed for children aged 3 – 5 years old. Children enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger puppet plays, and more during this time. Lapsit: 11:00 – 11:20 am This program is recommended for children (infant – 2) and their caregivers. Children enjoy 20 … [Read more...] about Storytime At Orange Public Library
Newton Co. Sheriff’s Report
by Sheriff Colton Havard Pursuit – Fugitive Arrest: On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at approximately 11:15 a.m., Sheriff Colton Havard conducted a traffic stop on a Cadillac Sedan on State Highway 87, just south of the U.S. 190 intersection in the City of Newton, for a traffic violation. The driver, identified as James William Woods Jr., fled from the stop, initiating a vehicle pursuit around the City of Newton before law enforcement lost sight of him. While officers searched the area, Woods was later spotted operating a four-wheeler. Law enforcement attempted to stop him, but Woods … [Read more...] about Newton Co. Sheriff’s Report
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