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BCISD names King as lone candidate Nicole Gibbs For The Record On Monday, June 13, the Bridge City School Board officially announced the lone finalist for the BCISD Superintendent office.

Michael King, 45, from Longview, was chosen late Sunday night to be the new Superintendent for the Bridge City School District. He is currently the Director over Federal Programs for the Longview Independent School District in Longview, Texas.

“It was unanimous,” said Mark Anderson, BCISD School Board President. “We

interview many folks and we had the best pool of candidates that the region had to offer at this time. He stood KING out in his leadership abilities and he looks like the best fit for our school district and where we’re at right now. He’s just a great fit.”

King received a Bachelors of Science Degree in biology from Stephen F. Austin University(SFA) in 1988, a Master of Education from SFA in August 1999, a Mid-Management Certification from SFA in April 2001 and his Su-

perintendent Certification from SFA in August 2006.

He initially went to college for pre-medicine but decided to go into education instead.

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of kids’ education,” King said.

“Unfortunately, teachers are not paid for what they are worth. It is one of the professions where you’re paid in goosebumps and that’s one of

the things I truly believe make teachers special.”

Education is something that King has known for his entire life. He grew up in a house of educators. His father was a

teacher/coach, principal and superintendent; his mother was a first grade teacher; and even his grandfather was a suBCISD SEE PAGE 2A

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Ellender celebrates Father’s Day by honoring son

Orangefield Bobcat Logan Moss shakes hands with famed UT Longhorn fullback Steve Worster of Bridge City during introduction ceremonies of the East vs. West All-Star Football Game at Lamar University on Saturday. Worster was honorary captain for the East Team and Moss played defense. East defeated West 20-13 in the second annual event. For story and additional photos see Section B. RECORD PHOTO: Mark Dunn

Drought threatens to snuff fireworks Bootcamp graduation: Kirk Ellender pins decorations on his son, Micah’s, Army uniform at his Bootcamp Graduation.

Darla Daigle For The Record From the day children come into the world and begin to carry a piece of their parents’ hearts around with them, they are molded and shaped them into the vessels parents hope they become.

It isn’t uncommon that all the while they are molded they are also being shaped to walk

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out the door and leave. This is a natural progression of growing up. For one Bridge City man this Father’s Day will be very different from any other he has experienced.

Kirk Ellender will celebrate this Father’s Day with one child talking up arms in a dangerous providence of Afghanistan. A soldier, Micah Ellender or “Big Mike” as he is called these days, is walking in harms way with the 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team with the 25th Infantry of the U.S. Army serving in Zabul Province of Afghanistan.

Kirk has been a long time resident and active community leader along with his wife, Brenda, in Bridge City for several decades. All of his three children attended and graduated from Bridge City High School where he has also been a member of the school board serving as its president for three separate seasons.

He was a ‘father’ to dozens of children when he and Brenda owned and operated a day care her parents built as well.

A stop by his current office where he is financial advisor with Edward Jones leaves no doubt that his priority of being a father is one of his most vigilantly sought after treasures. Photos of family adorn every wall.

There is a price to be paid for raising independent children. This is not to say there isn’t pride and boasting but it costs in hours of sleep and testing of faith. Kirk and Brenda are also membership pastors at Triumph Church in FATHER HONORS SON PAGE 3A

Nicole Gibbs For The Record The burn ban and fireworks were some of the major topics at the regular session of Orange County Commissioners’ Court Monday.

Parts of Orange County have reached the highest level on the Keetch-Byram Drought Index. Jeff Kelley, Emergency Management director, advised commissioners to keep the burn ban in effect. The county is 16-20 inches short of rainfall this year. Kelley said the county hasn’t seen drought conditions this severe since 2000.

Several people from the fireworks industry came to speak before the court this week since commissioners banned aerial fireworks at last week’s court session. Jaime Peltz representing Joe’s Hogwild Fireworks asked the court not to place a total ban on fireworks. She said fireworks are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. According to Peltz, fireworks are tested for safety “to make sure they are not the fire hazards people think they are.” She stated it is the misuse of fireworks that causes fires.

Peltz said closing the short window of sales opportunity is very detrimental to not only fireworks stands but also area organizations.

Volunteers man their booths for a percentage of the sales. She also said there is an additional two percent sales tax on fireworks in Texas that goes into a fund specifically for volunteer fire departments. “All they have to do is apply for these benefits.”

Joe Daughtery, President of Texas Fireworks Association said less than 1 percent of

fires are from fireworks. He asks them to just prohibit use before they prohibit sales and use.

“As of right KELLEY now, I don’t mind telling you, the judges, there’s not a single one of us that wants to pass a total ban,

including myself,” said Thibodeaux. “That’s like banning ice cream and apple pie in America.” But, Thibodeaux did say he was going to keep a close eye on the situation.

Beaumont VA to help with veterans Because of vacancies that were created in the Veteran’s office by last week’s dismiss-

Thibodeaux said that vets needing immediate action can pick up their files and take them to the VA clinic in Beaumont. Thibodeaux said the Beaumont office had agreed to see Orange County veterans that need to be seen right away. “The veterans are being patient about it. A few are COUNTY BUSINESS PAGE 2A

Orangefield homecoming promotes local history Penny Leleux For The Record Attendance was down at the 63rd annual Orangefield Homecoming Saturday.als, “There were a lot of other things going on today,” said Mary Nixon, a member of the organizing committee. Nixon said she spoke to several people that had other commitments Saturday. She also speculated the economy and price of gas may have affected the number of out of town alumni present.

Mary Nixon and A.G. Shepherd are members At the peak of the event there was close of the organizing committee for the annual to 100 in attendance.

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The low turnout was visible on the food RECORD PHOTOS: Penny LeLeux tables. Usually there are three sets of tables full of food; one for casseroles, one for vegetables and another for desserts. There was plenty of space available on the casserole and vegetable aisles, but there was no lack of desserts.

Former Orangefield Superintendent Robert Montagne greeted the alumni and Ron Hutchison said grace.

During the meal Bo Henley gave a slideshow presentation of the project to move the two remaining oil derricks in Orangefield to the Cormier Museum for preservation. “We lost nine after the last storm, including the famous one, the Christmas Mann LeBlanc and Bennie Cotton visited at ORANGEFIELD HERITAGE 3A

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perintendent.

“I grew up with a superintendent that got somewhere and knew how to stay there,” King said.

He has served many schools throughout his career through teaching and administrative work.

From 1988 to 1991, he taught at the Terrell ISD in Terrell, Texas teaching life science at Terrell Junior High. He was also the assistant varsity basketball coach at Terrell High School and the offensive coordinator for the eighth grade football team at Terrell Junior High.

From 1991 to 1995, he taught biology, anatomy and physiology, and chemistry at Kirbyville High School in Kirbyville.

He was also the head boys’ basketball coach, the assistant varsity football coach, and assistant varsity track coach.

From 1995 to 2002, King taught biology at the Nacogdoches High School in Nacogdoches. He was also the head boys’ basketball coach and the head boys’ cross country coach at the high school.

In the Spring of 2002, King became the high school principal for Nachogdoches High School. From 2002 to 2007, he was the high school principal for Woden High School in Woden, Texas. From 2007 to 2009, he was the superintendent for West Rusk CCISD in New London, Texas. In the Spring of 2010, he became the district consultant and interim K-2 elementary principal. From 2010 to the end of this school year, King was the director and special programs at Longview ISD. “As you go into teaching and progress through your career, you start to want to have more affect on the kids and larger affect than classroom or a team you’re coaching,” King said.

Starting out in a new job is always rough, but the Kings are excited about the move.

“When Mark called me Sunday night, the Mavericks had just won the World Championship and he had just put me on hyper-drive,” King said. “We were very excited. It was a lot of smiles and had a hard time sleeping.”

King is most excited to be a part of the Bridge City School District and the Bridge City community.

“It’s a school district that has tremendous community support and that, to me, is one of the most important things for a district to be successful,” he said. “This is a district that I would want my girls to go to school at. We would want our children. The schools have good academics, good extracurricular, a lot of different activities, along with excellent community support. Those are the things that got us to come to Bridge City.”

King and his wife, Shannon have three children (one boy and two girls): Jaret graduated this last year and will be attending Texas A&M in the fall, Trinity will be a sophomore and Avery will be in the eighth grade.

The district must wait 21 days to hire him. Those 21 days allow the district to negotiate a contract. The school board will have a special meeting after the July 4 weekend to officially hire him.

“Right now, the most important thing is to come in and learn about the district and see how the programs are doing,” King said. “I have expectations in any program and district I’ve been a part of. My coaching background makes me a big time competitor. Anything we’re going to be involved in, we’re going to be the best in. What ever you’re doing, they’re keeping score.”

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frustrated and I can understand that,” said Thibodeaux. They will start making new appointments in the Orange Veteran’s office for June 27. Thibodeaux said hopefully they will have the positions filled by then. He said when the veteran’s office is back to full force vets can bring their files back to Orange.

Thibodeaux said Tuesdays and Thursdays, buses will be available if the veterans don’t want to drive to Beaumont or do not have transportation to get there. The criteria haven’t been set yet but Thibodeaux said they need to know ahead of time and so does Beaumont so they can staff accordingly. To ride Tuesday the transportation office needs to know by the previous Friday.

For Thursday trips, Thibodeaux said they need to reserve their spot by Tuesday. He said the veterans’ office is overloaded, so to call for a ride, call Thibodeaux’s office: 409-882-7070 or the transportation office: 409-886-1783.

The court approved advertising for the vacant veteran’s service officer position and the vacant benefits coordinator. It was suggested that a committee make the selection of the VSO and allowing the new VSO hire the benefits coordinator.

Thibodeaux said that the volunteers to the veterans’ office had been frozen last week and were not allowed in the office.

The employees still at the veterans’ office requested the return of two volunteers: J.C. Statum and Betty Conway. The court approved the request.

U.M. Army headed to Orange Jim Mainer of the U.M. Army (United Methodist Action Reach-out Mission by Youth) presented to the Commissioners information concerning the organization and their mission. July 17, approximately 80 youth and 40 adults will be in the area for one week to assist citizens in Orange County and Port Arthur by building wheelchair ramps, handrails and steps. They also repair roofs and floors, do sheetrock work, paint and clean yards.

“This is an unusual mission in that the kids actually pay to do this. There is no cost whatsoever to the recipient,” said Mainer.

The homes they work on are referred by area churches or agencies. “We do pre-qualify all of our sites in terms of need and if it’s something we can do.” Mainer said they don’t do any plumbing or electrical work. Mainer can be reached at 713-828-4626.

In other business Frank Waldon, David Dubose, Jeff Kelley, Bobby Fillyaw, Doug Manning, Dan Barclay, Thomas Foreman and Josephine Jarrell with TxDot Aviation were appointed to the Orange County Airport Advisory Board.

Orange County Sheriff, Keith Merritt, requested the approval of the 2011-2012 contract with the Orangefield ISD. Merritt said it is the same contract as in the past except the hours had been cut back a little and the pay rate changed due to educational budget cuts. This contract will be effective on Aug. 22, 2011 and shall continue thereafter unless any party involved gives 60 days notice The Orange County Tax Office in Orange will be closed Wednesday, June 15, for computer upgrade and reorganization of the equipment. The Vidor Tax Office will remain open 8 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

Commissioners gave Purchasing Agent, Connie Cassidy, permission to seek bids on bulk fuel for the county and one Zodiac Inflatable Rescue Watercraft Boat/Motor/Trailer. The boat is requested by the Emergency Management Department and will

be funded by the Department of Homeland Security.

Director of Health and Code Compliance, Joel Ardoin, asked Commissioners for approval of the ten applications recommended by the On-Site sewer system project committee for the Community Development Block Grant.

The court voted to pay $43,395.97 to Carroll & Blackman, Inc., from the general fund for the coastal study for storm surge in Orange County.”This is the study we’re doing for the possibility of building a levee system,” said Thibodeaux.

Judge Thibodeaux said he signed the contracts last week for the C.H.A.M.P.S. building to be built on FM1442. “Hopefully construction will start to take shape in a couple of weeks,” he said.

BCCC to host annual golf tournament The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their annual golf tournament on Monday, June 20 at the Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange. The shot gun tee will be at 8 a.m. and is going to be a four man scramble. Cost to play is $50 per player or $200 per team. Hole sponsorships are also available. Prizes will be given.

Call 409-735-5671 for more information.

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Kirk Ellender and son, Micah, say goodbye just moments before he is deployed to Afghanistan.

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Nederland where they have attended for over 25 years.

“We really never suspected Micah would wind up in the military,” he states frankly. Kirk then qualifies this statement a bit, “He was born literally at the beginning of the Gulf War. I mean literally Brenda was in and out dealing with her labor as we watched the breaking news that we had declared war. She dreamed Micah was in the Army before he was even born.” He smiles.

It is a bit of an ironic smile as he thinks back.

According to Kirk the only other time there may have been a hint that Micah would go the direction he has was when the Twin Towers were hit on 9/11.

Kirk being a part of the school board went from school to school to check on his kids to make sure they were okay. Reaching Micah’s class full of ten year olds, Kirk recalls he said, “Hey Dad! How old do you have to be to join the Army?”

Time past after that with a proper amount of teen rebellion and typical sports injuries, finding Micah looking at his options for the future.

From Afghanistan via modern technology, he say, “ I had plenty of options, too many in fact, but the one that stood out the most was serving my country. I’ve always looked up to our American heroes, and frankly I couldn’t find a reason not to join.”

He admits it most likely his decision, as it happened suddenly, took his family by surprise. “I grew up in a strong Christian home surrounded by great people. To put the icing on the cake I was also raised Republican. You get that many church going Republicans in the same room and you might as well have your own talk show.”

He is speaking not only to religious convictions but being raised to voice his own opinions.

While Micah claims he gave his parents at least two opportunities to talk him out of signing on for a four year ride, Kirk knows there was not any ‘talking Micah out of it.”

He explains, “After Micah was recruited he needed to decide on an area of the Military. He asked me and I told him, if you choose the Airforce or the Navy, you will reduce your chances of getting shot at. He then chose Army. He then asked, what area of the Army should I sing up under? I said anything but the infantry will reduce your chances of being shot. He immediately chose the Infantry. After that I didn’t answer any more questions.” Kirk says light heartedly.

It is his and Micah’s senses of humor that help sustain them. It is a difficult thing to understand that human nature sometimes uses laughter to deal with pain, fears or grief but it has long been the case. Kirk believes it is one of

light derrick.”

They do not know yet how much the project will cost. The derricks will be moved for free, but appropriate concrete foundations will have to be built for the derricks and two flagpoles that have been donated to the museum. “We’re going to have pumps, well heads, everything but the oil.”

“When we reach 10,000 visitors, we can apply to the state and get some Title A signage to show people how to get to the museum. That’s one of our goals,” said Henley. “Orangefield used to be a bustling place. We had a big downtown business district.”

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Micah’s characteristics that buoys his spirit being in a dangerous region of a war zone.

“This is the ‘fighting season’ in Afganistan,” he explains.

Season vary from here to there and the season there is a spring time.

For Kirk, who also uses his sense of humor, he is held together by writing letters to Micah.

A father’s words, tender and poinent about each goodbye they have had to say in this process.

Their faith is mainstay. Early on, they, Brenda and he, knew he would be deployed and knew where. They went to God diligently asking for protection, answers and peace. In that time, as in now, they feel strongly they have a word that speaks to them about Micah’s well-being.

Kirk says firmly, “It is safer to be in a dangerous place in the will of God, than is a safe place out of it.”

As for Micah, he believes he is right where God wants him. His attitudes are interesting, the words and information he choses to share enlightening. He believes the whole process to be a great experience for the whole family. He is a man, he is a soldier, he is a son. He sees every day humans in Afganistan. Not everyone who meets his gaze does he see as an enemy, but he also knows he cannot let his guard down.

In one of his communications home he tells it like this, “Last night I slept on top of a stryker, looking up at the Afgan sky, surrounded by people who want to kill me. Funny feeling.”

And there have been some scares. Communication to home is cut off for two reasons. Either a technical difficulty or a death. Recently Kirk tells of a four day span when they received no communication from Micah. They knew it was most likely a bad situation and it turned out to be so.

One of the men from his unit had made the ultimate sacrifice. Reality is hard hitting when you are at home in your bed, or sitting at you place of work trying to carry on.

For a father like Kirk, who has completely emersed himself into obtaining any and all information on equipment, badges, flag or any other various parts of what his son does, where he is, what he drives, there is no rest.

“Big Mike” is on night missions when its 2 p.m. here, Kirk’s mind drifts to that, when laying down he thinks, when he rises he thinks, and prays without ceasing. He has great faith in the son he raised. Great joy in the laughter he brings others. Colossal pride in his son.

“Sometimes, it is hard to believe its our son, because we’ve watched it (this conflict) so long and heard about it so long,” he shares a sentiment shared by all those who watched Micah run around the aisle of church, or crash to the grass at a high school football game.

“It is taxing. It’s weighty. I couldn’t be any more proud as a father to have a son willing to do this. Signing on willingly. Which is not to say his mother and I don’t count the days until he is back so we can be proud of him over here.”

The goodbyes have been a watermark of sorts.

Each one leading closer to his deployment. The last being the hardest. The last being the one that was impossible to prepare himself for. It is a father’s burden to carry.

Sons are raised with the intent to one day become men and then they must be allowed be one. It is a price that must be paid. It is the bittersweetness of life.

The Ellenders are now a military family.

They fly flags, they receive honors, they wear military rope bands, dog tags adorn Kirk’s neck that Micah handed him when they prayed and sent him off.

“Our son is off doing what he can to honor his country. We are doing what we can to honor our son,” Kirk said.

That is the heart of one father this Father’s Day. It is the heart for many who have given a son or daughter to any of the conflicts we have been afflicted with. But there is not pity, there is honor, faith, courage and hope. A family modeling what it means to live a life well lived in troubling situations with dignity and integrity.

There is one more thing, a Father’s Day gift.

“Tell my dad I can’t wait to get back to the states so we can go on a long overdue Harley ride around the town. Love Micah.”

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ty Historical Commission and apply to the state historical commission and hopefully get approved to get a historical marker for the history of the Orange Oil Field Community.”

“The only thing holding us back is a little bit of money.”

The first fundraiser for the project was held Friday night at the high school gym. Henley said the event raised around $1,300. A show of hands indicated most of the people in the room had attended the hootenanny.

The Cormier Museum was open Saturday for participants to visit. It will also be open this Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. as its regularly scheduled hours.

Heavenly Hearts Charity Pageant set for July 9 The 2011 Heavenly Hearts Summer Kings and Queens Charity Pageant will be held July 9 at the Bridge City Community Center in Bridge City. Entries will be accepted until June 24. Early entries receive large discounts on the entry fee. Age divisions for boys and girls are from babies through adults with no residency requirement. Heavenly Hearts is a state registered pageant title.

This pageant will benefit the Bridge City - Orangefield Ministerial Alliance. Contestants and spectators are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food or personal hygiene item to distribute to the needy of the area, and will receive a discount on door admission with their donation.

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Business of the Month: Dena Tarver, Elyse Thibodeaux and Karen and Tony Fuselier.

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Employee of the Month: Bette Smith, Mallory Guillory and Tony and Karen Fuselier.

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BCCC announce Business, Employee of the Month

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held their June Coffee on Tuesday, June 14, at the Cajun Corner Furniture and Movers business owned by Karen and Tony Fuselier, located at 2705 Texas Avenue in Bridge City. Mallory Guidry with Bette’s Boutique and Gifts was honored as Employee of the Month and Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City was awarded Business of the Month. Mallory received gift certificates from the Record Newspapers, Bette’s Gift Shop, Luv Lingerie, Dupuis Tire and Service Center, Sonic Drive-In, Total Impressions Salon, Peggy’s on the Bayou, The Ice Cream Club, Trendz and Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City in honor of receiving the Employee of the Month honor.

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CONDOLENCES We were sad to learn about the unexpected death of Sarah Crawford Rutherford, age 52, who passed away June 5. Services were held Friday, June 10, in Sulphur, La. We had known Sarah since her birth. She came from a good bunch of folks. Our condolences to the family. May she rest in Peace. Please see obit.

From the Creaux’s Nest IT’S COME ON FATHER’S DAY I watch sporting events and the athletes always say, “Hi Mom.” Well, Sunday is Dad’s Day and once a year he’s honored. You are fortunate if you still have a father. If you don’t, honor some man you respect who has been a good father or simply a person you are proud to know and call a friend. I have several that I so respect. One is my buddy Millard “Neighbor Cox.” I’m betting on him to bring us rain. Wednesday, June 15, is a full moon and Cox will perform his Indian rain dance at midnight. Right now, he’s our only hope. We have nothing to lose. The weatherman doesn’t see any rain in our forecast for the next 10 to 12 days. If Cox does his dance correctly, doesn’t forget some steps and remembers all the Indian words, we should see some rain in the next week. We are in the worst drought since 1953 and most of us have received less than two inches of rain so far this year. That is 20 inches below normal. We have a lot riding on Neighbor Cox. It might come too late to save the crop but could save everything else from burning up. Come along, I promise it won’t do you no harm.

ME, YOU AND GAS PRICES Back in March, when we said gas prices would start down and get cheaper during the summer instead of going up as usual, everyone was saying just the opposite.

Even T Bone Pickens predicted $5 a gallon gasoline this summer. Well, we were right, but fuel prices haven’t come down fast enough or low enough. If the congress had gone along, the results would have been better after the hearing to strip the oil companies of $22 billion a year in governments gifts. The oil companies know they have friends in the Congress but they don’t know what the new Congress will bring. To add further pressure on Big Oil, President Obama withheld permits. No doubt these high gas prices are going. The government is now issuing permits in the Gulf. Two oil giants, Exxon Mobile and Shell, made big discoveries in the Gulf. Last week, Exxon Mobile revealed its discoveries, among the largest ever in the Gulf. The finds are expected to generate more than 700 million barrels of oil. Shell Oil meanwhile announced that 225 miles southwest of New Orleans, their Camramom field will produce 50,000 barrels of oil a day, 145 million barrels over its lifetime.

The total just these two companies will produce is over 840 million barrels. Meanwhile, record drilling, using new procedures, is taking place in west and south Texas, with wells pumping nearly 1,000 barrels to 5,000 barrels a day. There is no reason the American people should be suffering through high gas prices while oil companies make record profits. Gas prices hurt, really hurt, those who can afford it the least. Believe me, the future of gas prices could hang on next year’s elections. When President Clinton left office, gas was $1 a gallon, consumption was almost the same 11 years ago as today.

GOP HOLDS FIRST DEBATE After watching A&M beat Florida 11-2, I watched the replay of the GOP debate. Seven candidates in all. Seven months before the first primary vote is cast. The candidates all agreed that they are against openly gays in the military, all are against same sex marriage, all against entitlements, Medicare, Medicaid and are for privatizing Social Security, doing away with all of them as we know them today. All politicians, democrats and republicans alike are bad about just throwing out numbers to suite their message. One candidate said Social Security would last only 14 years. Here’s what AARP published on Social Security, “By the end of 2000, Social Security’s trust fund had a positive balance of $2,6 trillion.

Interest earned will expand fund to $3,67 trillion by 2022. The program is completely solvent for 25 years and will be able to pay 77 percent of benefits for the following 35 years. This is not a program that is going broke.

In fact, it’s quite a remarkable achievement. If you repeat a line, ‘Social Security will be bankrupted by baby boomers,’ often enough it becomes the truth.” Thirty years ago we heard SS would be broke by the time we got old enough to collect. However, to privatize entitlements is to give a lot of gravy to the insurance companies. All GOP debaters agree they are for doing away with the lifelines for the elderly, the way it is today. I didn’t see any clear winner. Mitt Romney didn’t lose any ground, Michele Bachmann helped herself and came off as much smarter than Sarah Palin but she is strictly a Tea Partier. Extreme right or left can’t get elected. The wimp of the bunch was Tim Pawlenty, who on Sunday criticised Romney on his Massachusetts health care, would not do so to his face. He just cowered down. None excited the masses. The odds, I think, are that the GOP race will end up being between Romney and Bachmann. Other candidates may enter the race to dilute the water but that’s it. Meanwhile, if you just finished high school and are on your first job note that if you work 50 years, when you near 70 years old you can rest assured that Social Security, if it stays as it is today, will still be here for you in your old days.

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 12 Years Ago-1999 Court House renovations is underway. The county is almost ready to let bids on windows, which must meet historical preservation purposes. According to county judge Carl Thibodeaux, “They must essentially be identical to the windows that were originally installed.” Orange County hasn’t suffered a severe hit from a major hurricane since Carla struck the upper coast in 1961, 38 years ago. (Editor’s note: Boy, we have made up for it since. Maybe it will be 38 more years before another hit.)*****Last Tuesday, Don Campbell, 67, passed away.

Services were held on Friday. If you ever met Don, you would never forget him. Don played a mean piano, gospel and honky-tonk. Once a preacher in Louisiana owed him some money. He attended Wednesday night service, collected his money and played them four great songs. He is survived by his wife Jean, mother-in-law Mable, son Larry, daughter Donnarie, sister Juanita and grandkids Chad and Leslie. (Editor’s note: You can still hear stories today about the boy from Shelby County who took a small independent gas distributorship and parlayed into bigger and better things. What a guy he was.)*****Lyle Overman is home from a San Antonio hospital after suffering a heart attack.*****Spotted having lunch Wednesday at Heath Demary’s Golden Corral were Jack Lovet, Grover Halliburton, Judge Claude Wimberly, Roy Dunn, Rev. Leo Anderson, Constable Parker Thompson, Judge Joe Parkhurst and Capt. David Peck. (Editor’s note: Sounds like the beginning of the “Lunch Bunch.”)*****Sports Illustrated ran a good story on Orange native Bruce Aven. Bruce is batting in the cleanup spot when he’s in the Marlin lineup. He went 2 for 4 in a loss to the Yankees Saturday. Sunday, he went 4 for 5 in a 8-2 win over the Yankees. He slammed two homeruns, drove in 4 runs giving him 33 RBI’s in 104 trips to the plate. Aven is one of the major’s top batters at .375 and is the third rated hitter in the major league. Bruce played his high school baseball at West Orange-Stark.*****Capt.

David Peck is a grandfather. His daughter Jacelyn and Kelly Grimly are the proud parents of Kolton Kelly, born in Midland last week. (Editor’s note: Kolton turned 12 last week. I wonder if the Judge remembered? Sure he did, I’m just messing with him.)*****We understand coach Sam Moore is leaving West Orange-Stark to become the new baseball coach at Bridge City.*****Astro manager Larry Dierker suffered a grand mal seizure in the dugout. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor that will require surgery. The Sunday game, between the Astros & Padres, was suspended in the bottom of the eighth inning. The Stros were leading 4-1 after a grand slam homerun by Derek Bell. (Editor’s note: I wonder if the game was ever finished?)*****Congrats to David Sterling, BCHS senior, nominated for inclusion in the 1998-1999, “Who’s who among American high school students.” David is also a letterman on the Bridge City golf team. He is the son of Glen and Thelma Sterling of Bridge City.*****The family of Paige Elizabeth Matthews Phillips thanks the community for their love and kindness.

Paige, 30 years old, passed away four days after giving birth to a healthy baby boy.*****A new 1999 Chevy Silverado pickup, extended cab, will cost you $23,845 at Harmon Chevrolet.

32 Years Ago-1979 Orange’s Andre Robertson signs pro contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. The University of Texas student will be assigned to Dunbedin, in the Class A Florida State League. (Editor’s note: Andre ended up playing for the New York Yankees.)*****The new Bridge City Bank, on Roundbunch, nears completion and will open in July. (Editor’s note: Because of storms, the building had been remade twice.)

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK Adam Dupuis, David Cardner, Charlie Burnaman, Faye Sherwood, Ryan Richard, Sherri Fruge, Tina Romero, Alex Eby, Carol Hall, Denise Vickers, Sharon Fisher, Beverly Perry, Christian Louvier, Jennifer Harrison, Leigh Ann Wilson, Ruby Bell, Alex Brent, Justin Johnson, Andrew Riedel, Belinda Welch, Brandy Slaughter, Janice Rabin, Nancy Haworth,Krystal Leonard, Shelby Turbeville, Vern Campbell, Amber King, Kyna White, Mary Alice Hartfield, Mary Stewart, Betty Norwood, Wyetta Carter, Shelby Permenter, Chelsie Moerbe, Cortnie Moerbe, Marianne Choate, Myrtle Howell, Frankie Allen, Keith Kay, Marie Norton, Justin Roberts, Debbie Johansson, Gregory Darbonne, Loretta Beck, Lynda Phillips, Tyler Bailey, Dustin Hartsfield, Sarah Claybar, Sharon Wright, Wesley Darbonne, Dan Dumas, David Dubose, John Cooper and Melanie Broussard.

A FEW HAPPENINGS The state will have two college teams, Texas and Texas A&M, in the College World Series in Omaha. Orangefield High School will have two freshmen representing Orange County. Texas has Jacob Felts and A&M has Jace Statum. Both boys starred as pitcher and catcher for coach Bennett’s Bobcats last year. A&M will face last year’s national champs, South Carolina, at 6 p.m. Saturday. Also playing Saturday at the same time, Texas will take on number two seed, Florida. Good luck to both of our Orange County stars.*****Welcome to Michael King, 45, who was picked to be the new superintendent at Bridge City ISD. He and his wife and two school age daughters are moving to Bridge City. Their son recently graduated from Longview High School. Like Jamie Harrison, King started out as a basketball coach at Kirbyville. School board member Becky Rutledge and husband David hosted the three finalist and board members over the weekend. As W.T. Oliver’s step-daughter, “Bear” learned a lot about entertaining and it starts with the stomach and meals with several courses. Everyone got to know the finalist and their brides really well but in the end, they felt King was the best fit. I have a feeling he would have been Jamie’s choice also.*****Congrats to Judge Joe Parkhurst, who was hired as Pinehurst City Administrator. Joe has had a varied background. He was

raised in the Cove, attended Bridge City High and Sam Houston. He was in education most of his life before serving as Pct. 1 Justice of the Peace. Now he’s on course to grow Pinehurst as it’s new administrator. We wish our friend the best.*****Speaking of J.P.s, Judge David Peck has been cutting no slack to child molesters. He hit one with a million dollar bond and this week, set a $500,000 bond on a molester of a four-year-old girl. The Judge has no tolerance for molesters and those who would mistreat the elderly.*****The Dallas Mavericks won the franchises first NBA championship by beating the Miami Heat in six games. In the last game, in Miami, they skunked the powerful Heat 105-95. The Heat, with LeBron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh, have the highest payroll in the NBA. Those three hired guns were supposed to build an unbeatable dynasty. Put together by Pat Riley, the team was billed as the ultimate team of the future.

They went down the drain when they pitted talent against Dirk Nowitzki, Kidd, Terry and company. Las Vegas also took a beating by making Miami a big favorite. *****Special folks celebrating birthdays this week are as follows. Senior among all of them is a good buddy and a prince of a guy, Wilson “King” Dunn, who turns 93 on June 16. He is blessed with a great mind and good health.

We wish this active guy many more good years.***Also celebrating June 16 is longtime friend Beverly Perry.

She’s beaten the odds. Here’s wishing her continued smooth sailing.*** Kee-Kee and Nancy Dupuis’ special son Adam, celebrates his 33rd birthday June 15. He’s special in many ways and is a real kick. Kee-Kee says, “Adam will do to ride the range with.”***James Neihe celebrates on June 15.***Mary Alice Cole Heartfield, a real sweetheart, through the years has been one of our “bestest” friends. Happy birthday and good wishes on June 17.***Brandy Slaughter, the gal about town, who can be spotted at most civic functions while doing some work at David Self Ford, will be a beautiful 41 on June 18. Keep on trucking.***County Commissioner, David Dubose and John Cooper both celebrate on June 21. Now folks, there’s a couple of aces to draw to.”.***FaceBook friends celebrating birthdays. On June 15, Susan Sehon and Stephen Goldstein celebrate; June 16, Mike Allison; June 17, Cassie McCelland; June 18, Donny Guillory; June 19, Jewel Chaddrick; June 20, Randy Peveto; June 21, Dana Johnson. Happy birthday to all.***Last week we missed the 42nd wedding anniversary of Marlene and Sheriff Keith Merritt. They started out young and it’s lasted.

Best wishes for many more.*****What a fish. See sports for the big Red that Blaze Montagne caught.*****Congrats to Allison Angelle, named to all state softball team.

She will follow in her sister’s footsteps and attend Port Arthur Lamar. Brother Kevin also attended college on a baseball scholarship. All are very talented youngsters with great parents.*****Our friends Mayor T.W. and Lyndia Permenter are finally new great grandparents after sweating out two weeks in Kentucky. Raphael Celine Latiolais arrived on June 6, at Fort Campbell. The cute little girl is the daughter of Morgan and Brian Latolais.

Other grandparents are Parris and Roy Bird, Kathy and Darrell Latiolais. Congrats to all.*****The Wednesday Lunch Bunch will dine at Novrozsky’s this week. Robert’s next. This Wednesday, the Bunch will celebrate Wilson “King” Dunn’s 93rd birthday. Also celebrating is pretty Brandy Slaughter. Everyone is invited. Uncle Jim, the Wagon Master, at Novrozsky’s will host the party, cake and all.*****Harry’s Appliance is having a storewide inventory reduction sale. It’s a good time to buy.

They deliver and service everything they sell. Good folks.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS On June 15, James Belushi will be 57;***Helen Hunt will be 48; Courteney Cox, 47 and Ice Cube, 42.***Yasmine Bleeth will be 43 on June 16.***Barry Manilow will be 65 on June 17 and Venus Williams, 31.*** Paul McCartney will be 69 on June 18; Isabella Rossellini, 59 and Kurt Browning, 45.***June 19, Phylicia Rashad will be 63; Ann Wilson, 61; Kathleen Turner, 57 and Paula Abdul, 49.***Martin Landau will be 82 on June 20; Olympia Dukasis, 80; Lionel Richie, 62; John Goodman, 59 and Nicole Kidman, 44.***Prince William will be 29 on June 21; Doug Savant, 47; Meredith Baxter, 64 and Juliette Lewis, 38.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Letter from Cuzzin Sostan I wanted to let you know da sad story about my friend who had a bad day.

Because it was so hot outside Tee Ray Migues brought his motorcycle in the living room to work on and clean wit rags and gasoline. Wen he finished him, he sat on the bike and started it to make sure everyting was okay. Da darn bike started in gear, crashed into da glass patio door wit Tee Ray still hanging on to da handlebars.

His wife Una Mae came running and found Tee Ray laid out on da patio, cut up bad from da glass him. 911 transported Tee Ray to da hospital and after dey sewed him up, Una Mae say, “Migues, dat’s wat you get for being so crazy and bring you bike in da house.” Una Mae her, cleaned up his mess and dumped the bowl of gasoline in da toilet and put da rags in da laundry.

After Tee Ray took a nap, he lit a cigarette and den sat on da pot and put da cigarette butt in da toilet. The damn ting exploded, blew Tee Ray rat out da bashroom door. Una Mae found Tee Ray on da floor, trousers blown away, his shorts on fire and a bad burned butt.

Da same two paramedics arrived, loaded Tee Ray on da strecher and axe Una Mae wat happened. After she tole dem, dey laughed so hard dey dropped da stretcher and broke Tee Ray’s collarbone.

Dey are keeping him in da hospital so he don’t hurt himself no more.

C’EST TOUT The congressman’s friends have turned up the heat, now Weiner is burnt so bad he will have to be cast aside.

Weiner is well roasted and will have to go. Men do stupid things don’t they? He blew his career and most likely being mayor of New York, by sticking it out for the world to see. *****Gov. Perry is touring the airways from California to New York hoping in the end to be picked for VP and follow in the footsteps of Sarah Palin by going on the talking circuit and making a lot of money.*****Well, I’ve got to get out of here. Special thanks to our family of advertisers, the good folks who bring you this paper. Look them over and patronize them when you can. I’m looking for the “Rainmaker” to bring us much needed rain.

Thanks for your time, mine is up. Take care and God bless.

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Vets express concern over VA office closure Mike Louviere

For The Record

When dealing with bureaucracy one often needs the help of someone who can interpret the language and assist in filling out the accompanying forms. Veterans and their survivors often have unique situations to deal with. Their problems can cover many situations. A veteran may be dealing with a service connected disability, need a specific piece of medical equipment, or it could be the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran trying to untangle the many requirements for survivor’s benefits.

Veterans of the Orange County area have been lucky enough to have had competent help in the Orange Veterans Affairs office. The local office has helped hundreds of veterans and their families since the inception of the office.

The recent temporary closing of the office due to internal problems caused many veterans to be stressed as to the status of claims that were being worked on by the office staff, and left many wondering what would happen and where they would have to go to continue their claims.

Jerry Gatch, the Executive Director of the Stark ’64 Veterans Association was one of those veterans. Gatch had begun working on his claim to have his over 40 year old service connected disability re-evaluated.

“I met with my caseworker at the VA office and started the work on the claim. I received a 20 page, very confusing form to fill out. I took

the forms to the caseworker and asked her for help. She told me to go to my medical appointment in Houston and leave the claim with her, she would take care of it,” said Gatch. “My appointment in Houston was scheduled for June 15. Things were moving along and then I got a phone call on May 31 telling me that my June 3 appointment with my caseworker was cancelled until further notice. I waited a few days to see what was happening.”

Gatch became concerned for himself and fellow veterans. One course of action he took was to e-mail the County Commissioners about his concerns. Another action was to visit Congressman Kevin Brady’s office. He was told at Brady’s office that they had probably had hundreds of contacts from people concerned about their claims.

After the commissioners concluded their investigation and took appropriate action, the Orange office was reopened.

Gatch was fortunate enough to be able to resume his claim with his caseworker. Other veterans were not so fortunate.

Veterans who had dealt with dismissed caseworkers can take their files to the Beaumont of-

fice temporarily. The county will have transportation to Beaumont on Tuesdays and Thursdays for those that do not have a means to get there or don’t want to drive. Orange County Judge Carl Thibodeaux said advance notice would be needed for those going by bus. Notify them by Friday for a Tuesday trip and by Tuesday for Thursday. Thibodeaux said the extra time is also needed so the Beaumont VA office can staff properly. Call Orange County Transportation at 409-886-1783 to reserve a seat.

Appointments will resume in the Orange office June 27. Commissioners hope to have the vacant positions filled by then; if not, then appointments may have to be pushed further back.

The Orange VA office has provided benefits for some veterans from other areas who were unable to get results in their home area. Allen Ardoin a veteran of the U.S. Army from the Cold War era needed a motorized wheel chair when he lost mobility in his legs. Ardoin is a resident of a nursing home in Sulphur, La. “I tried for about two years to get a motorized chair. I went to one VA office and tried the VFW and could not get anything done. Some-

one told me to try the Orange office and see if they could do anything for me. I had my nephew take me to Orange and met with the people there and in three months they got me the chair I needed,” said Ardoin.

In spite of the recent events at the Orange VA office and any negativity as a result of the closing and resulting disciplinary action the office performs a valuable service to the area veterans. Veterans that need VA services are often dealing with disabilities that make travel difficult. Often, surviving spouses needing services are elderly, also making travel difficult.

The need for a local office staffed with competent caseworkers cannot be measured in dollars and cents. The Orange office has been an invaluable service to the veterans who have given so much to our country. It appears from the reports of veterans from all branches of the service that the local office is able to meet the needs of many veterans.

“The Orange office has a great track record of dealing with disabled veterans and their spouses and helping them deal with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. They have the knowledge to deal with the forms and other confusing things that face veterans. When we have to go to Houston it makes for a long, tiring day. It is nice to be able to deal with things here at home,” said Gatch. “I would like to thank Vita at Congressman Brady’s office and Commissioner Jody Crump for providing me with information during the office closing.”

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Community Bulletin Board

Heavenly Hearts Charity Pageant set for July 9

BCCC to host annual golf tournament

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their annual golf tournament on Monday, June 20 at the Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange. The shot gun tee will be at 8 a.m. and is going to be a four man scramble. Cost to play is $50 per player or $200 per team. Hole sponsorships are also available. Prizes will be given.

Contact Angela Beck at 409-735-5671 for more information.

VFW Indoor Community Garage Sale The VFW in Vinton, La., is hosting an indoor Community Garage Sale in its large air conditioned hall on Saturday, June 18 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The community is invited to sell their items by reserving a booth with a table for just $10.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase inside the hall. Reserve your booth now by calling 409-504-8879 or stopping by the post. VFW Post 9854 is located off I 10 at the Toomey Starks exit, 1/4 mile north of the Longhorn Club, on Hwy 109.

The 2011 Heavenly Hearts Summer Kings and Queens Charity Pageant will be held July 9 at the Bridge City Community Center in Bridge City. Entries will be accepted until June 24. Early entries receive large discounts on the entry fee.

Age divisions for boys and girls are from babies through adults with no residency requirement.

Heavenly Hearts is a state registered pageant title.

Crowns, trophies, embroidered sashes, plaques, and gifts will be awarded. Every contestant will receive a tiara.

This pageant will benefit the Bridge City - Orangefield Ministerial Alliance. Contestants and spectators are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food or personal hygiene item to distribute to the needy of the area, and will receive a discount on door admission with their donation.

For more information log on to the web site www.heavenlyheartspageants.com or check out the Heavenly Hearts Facebook page, or you may e-mail karimstringer@yahoo.com Businesses are welcome to advertise free of charge with a donation of any value to the event.

Rape and Suicide Crisis Center to offer support group meetings The Rape and Suicide Crisis Center of Southeast Texas will be hosting a support group for female survivors of sexual assault the first and third Wednesday of every month, starting at 5:30 p.m. Meetings will be held at the Foundation of Southeast Texas building, located at 700 North St. in downtown Beaumont.

To RSVP or for further information, please contact the Crisis Center at 409-832-6530.

BC Alumni Association to meet Thursday

WOHS Class of 1971 plans reunion

The Bridge City Alumni Association will be on Thursday, June 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Oasis Coffee Shop (next to Tequila’s). For more information, questions or suggestions, e-mail: bchs_ alumni@yahoo.com.

The West Orange High School Class of 1971 has scheduled a 40th reunion for Saturday, July 9.

The event will be held at the Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange. E-mail and mail notices are forthcoming. The classes of 1970 and 1972 are also invited to attend.

For questions call Carolyn Reese Hankins at 409-886-8618 or Tommy White at 409-886-1176 or e-mail Judy Armstrong Brimm at judydi_73@yahoo.com.

AgriLife to host “Three Easy Steps to Wellness” Texas AgriLife Extension will be holding a series of educational presentations at the Neighborhood Facility Center located in Orange on 303 North 8th. Street. Each presentation will last approximately one hour from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday June 23, 30 and July 7. The series will cover healthy eating habits for maintaining a healthy weight along with new ways to exercise for individuals with busy lifestyles. Classes are free to all participants and will include fun activities and prizes for all adults. To register please call 409-882-7010.

Last two classes of Stark High School to reunite in July

The Orange County Red Hot Flashers will meet June 16,at 11:30 a.m. at the Sunset Grove Country Club. Birthday ladies are Lady Lily, Phyllis Packard and Lady Dakota, Marge Thomas.

All ladies are to bring a door prize. For more information call 409-886-1609.

The classes of 1976 and 1977, the last two years of students who attended Lutcher Stark High School, are planning the 35th Reunion of the Class of ’76, while at the same time merging with the class of ’77.

Events will begin Friday, July 15, for a mixer of students and spouses, with Saturday and Sunday to be days of continued events. A golf scramble is planned for Saturday morning, with a disc jockey and food finishing off the evening events. Sunday brunch will be a morning for final closing.

If you know of anyone who attended those class years and is not aware of the reunion, please contact Denise Simoneaux Simmons at 409-735-6374, or Dana Zoch Mortimer at 409-313-7261.

Also, teachers who taught during that time are welcome to attend by contacting the above numbers for information, as well.

BC 1981 Class Reunion set for June 18

Bridge City HS Class of 1991 to hold 20 year reunion

The Bridge City High School class of 1981 will have their reunion on June 18 from 7 to 11:30 p.m. at the MCM Elegante, located at 2355 I-10 South in Beaumont. For more information, contact Bryan Foreman bfore1017@yahoo.com

The 1991 graduating class of Bridge City High will hold their 20 year class reunion on the weekend of Aug. 12-13. There will be a private party at Madison’s in Beaumont at 8 p.m. on Aug. 12. A family skating party will be held at Spinnin’ Wheels in Orange at 11 a.m. on Aug. 13. The reunion will end with a party at Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange at 7 p.m. on Aug. 13. Early bird ticket prices are $40 for individuals and $75 for couples by June 15. Please go to their web site at http://BCClass1991.classquest.com for all details. For more information, e-mail Malinda Boudreaux mboudreaux1@gt.rr.com, and Christy Dobranski at crstydski@gmail.com.

OC Red Hot Flashers to meet June 16

Farmers’ Market expands to Wednesdays The Orange County Farmers’ Market has opened for the season and expanded to include Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m., in addition to the usual 6:30-10 a.m. on Saturdays.

The following items are now available: potatoes, green beans, squash (zucchini, yellow, and pattypan), greens, radishes, onions, beets, cucumbers, blueberries, a variety of jams and jellies, fresh eggs, honey, baked goods, and strawberry plants (Wednesday only).

The market is held in the parking lot in front of Big Lots on MacArthur Drive. For additional information, contact Texas AgriLife at 882-7010.

Orange VFW to host annual BBQ Orange Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2775 and The Ladies Auxiliary will celebrate July 4 with their Annual BBQ/Membership Drive for members and guests. A DJ is in the works for those wishing to enjoy the music and entertainment will be provided for children. The post will provide the meat while the auxiliary will provide all the side dishes, desserts and tea. Serving will be around 11:30 a.m. THIS YEAR THERE WILL BE NO TO GO ORDERS. The purpose of the BBQ is to bring people together to celebrate what the Fourth represents and enjoy the friendships.

CASA to offer volunteer training classes Advocates for Children, Inc. “A CASA Program” will have a volunteer training class beginning July 7 and concluding July 9. It will be 9 a.m until 5 p.m. daily at the Orange CASA office located at 2120 Gloria Dr. For more information call 409-886-2272 or go on-line at www.advocates-4children-inc.org There are abused children in our region that need your help!

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Deaths and Memorials Death Announcements:

Jason Wayne Vercher Orange Jason Wayne Vercher, 30, or Orange, died Monday, June 6.

Memorial Services were held on Sunday, June 12, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Creamation was performed under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory.

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James Eugene “Jimmy” Johnson Jr. Orangefield James Eugene “Jimmy” Johnson Jr., 59, of Orangefield, passed away Sunday, May 29, at his residence. A memorial service to honor his life was held on Saturday, June 11, at The American Legion, Lloyd Grubbs Post 49, 108 Green Avenue in Orange.

A benefit followed the memorial service to assist the family.

Jimmy was born on Feb. 28, 1952 in Orange, to his parents, James Eugene Johnson Sr. and Patsy Jean (Granger) Johnson.

He was a lifelong resident of the Orange area and he worked as a ship fitter and welder for Vessel Repair in Port Arthur. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and a member of the American Legion, Lloyd Grubbs Post 49 in Orange. Jimmy was of the Christian faith, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren.

He also enjoyed going fishing and attending air shows.

Jimmy is preceded in death by his little brother, Danny Lee Johnson.

Those who will cherish his memory most are his wife, Ila Johnson of Orangefield; his daughters, Lacie Denise Johnson and Sherie Marie Barker both of Orange; his son, James Edward Johnson and wife, Kinkkie of Orange; his parents, James and Patsy Johnson of Orange; his sister, Jeannie Louise Johnson of Bridge City; his brother, Paul Adam Johnson and wife, Janet of Orangefield; his grandchildren, Kylah Barker and Gracie Brandon and numerous extended family.

Arrangements are with Dorman Funeral Home in Orange.

Wiley Lavelle Ayres Orange W i l e y L a v e l l e Ayres, 75, or Orange, died T h u r s d a y, June 9, in Port Arthur.

Funeral Services were held on Monday, June 13, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with Sister Ruth Burch of Harvest Chapel officiating. Burial followed at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City.

Born in Jonesboro, La. on April 25, 1936, Wiley was the son of Lee Roy Ayres Sr. and Allie Elaine (Davis) Ayres. He served in the U.S. Army and retired from Firestone after 30 years. He loved building violins, traveling to Branson, Miss. and listening to music.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Lee Roy Ayres Jr.; and sister, Doris Ayres.

Wiley is survived by his wife of 46 years, Sue Ayres; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Bill Cockrell of Orange; son, Kevin Ayres of Bridge City; daughter, Becky Chapman of Palestine; grandchildren, Ryan Fisette, Racheal Lisiecki, Lane Lisiecki, Even Ayres and Connor Ayres; and great-grandchild, Ari Fisette.

He is also survived by his brothers, Ray Ayres, Jerry Ayres and Leslie Ayres; and sisters, Geneva Davis, Linda Tambarillo, Barbara Sweeney and Joann Smudrick.

Betty Jean Arnold McGee Bridge City Betty Jean Arnold McGee, 65, of Bridge City, passed away on Tuesday, June 7, at the Renaissance Hospital in Groves.

A graveside service was held

on Thursday, June 9 at the Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City with the Rev. Jeff Bell of Calvary Baptist Church in Port Acres officiating. Funeral arrangements were made by Claybar Funeral Home.

She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Arnold; mother, Rosa Arnold; daughter, Lisa Franklin; and grandchild, Phillip Uher.

Betty is survived by her loving husband, Larry McGee; son, Shannon Franklin and wife, Brooke of Bridge City; daughter, Deborah Jennings and husband, Shane of Sabine Pass; son, Larry Jordan and wife, Sarah of Tennessee; grandchildren, Christanna Franklin, Hunter Franklin, Russell Uher, Quentin Uher, Joseph Uher, Cierra Hughes, Kirsty Broussard, Skylar Broussard, Traye Broussard and Grace Jordan; and great-grandchildren, Aspein Lakey, Hadleigh Lakey, Alissa Hughes, Alayna Hughes and Matthew Jones.

She is also survived by her step-children, Rodney Wade McGee, Brend Brister and husband Edwin, Carolyn Farr and husband Marlin, Sheila Snellgrover, Hamp Rutland and Wayne McGee; grandchildren, Cody Farr and wife Shannon, Brandon Farr and Caitlin, Troy Brister and wife Stacie, Heather Brister and Juan Martinez, Lacie Snellgrove and Brian, Keili Stephens, Kevin Stephens, Colton Snellgrove, Robyn White, Justin White and Jimmy Rutland; and greatgrandchildren, Cayden, Carson, Aroni, Brooke, Madyson, Madden, Mason and Lincoln.

The family would like to give a special thank you to CVICU at Renaissance Hospital.

Corita J. Laughter Fredrick Orange Corita J. Laughter Fredrick, 81, of Orange, died on Sunday, June 11, at her home.

Funeral Services were held on Monday, June 13, at First Baptist Church in Mauriceville with the Rev. Kevin Brown officiating.

Burial followed at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

Born in Edna, Texas on Sept.

13, 1929, Corita was the daughter of Robert G. and Maudie Stella (Shows) Laughter. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mauriceville and served as a Sunday School teacher for most of her life. She was a Cub Scout Leader and was PTA President of Jones School with a lifetime membership.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Milton Ray Hayes; and sisters, Neina Mae Farrow and LaVern Dahmer.

Corita is survived by her daughters, Deborah Goforth and husband Keet or Orange, Teresa Pierce of Houston; daughter-inlaw, Nancy Hayes of Crosby; and grandchildren, Stacey Gauthier and husband Joe, Milton Hayes and wife Jenny, Kristy Phillips and husband Jeremy, Nikki Parish and husband Steve, Jason Smith and wife Christy, Eric Smith and wife Heidi, and Bret Turner.

She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Courtney Jacob and husband Josh, Bryce, Mica, and Tyler Bush, Donovan Reif and Oliver Gauthier, Dylan and Grayson Hayes, Cody, Jacob and Sophie Phillips, Drew Parish, Samantha and Sara Smith, Payton, Zachary, Caleb and Nathan Smith, and Tallin Turner; and great-great-grandchild, Josie Jacob.

Bret Turner, Eric Smith, Jason Smith and Milton Hayes served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Jeremy Phillips, Steve Parish and Joe Gauthier.

Thomas Michael Boudreaux Sr. Orangefield Thomas Michael Boudreaux Sr., 84, of Orangefield, died Friday, June 10, at his home.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 14 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with Father George Kidangen of St. Helen Catholic Church in Orange officiating. Burial followed at Memory Gardens in Nederland.

Born in Crowley, La. on Aug. 9, 1926, Thomas was the son of Matheu and Ezor (Laverne) Boudreaux. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II and later in the U.S. Air Force in Korea. He was a member of the VFW in Vidor, the American Legion in Orangefield and St. Helen’s Catholic Church in Orange.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Patrick Boudreaux; and granddaughters, Misty and Shelby Boudreaux.

Thomas is survived by his wife, Velta Boudreaux of Orangefield; daughter, Maxine Green of Orangefield; sons, Tom Boudreaux Jr. of Sulphur, La., Von Boudreaux and wife Cindy of McLewis, Steven Boudreaux and wife Deanna of Mauriceville, and Gordin Boudreaux and wife Roxanne of Orangefield.

He also survived by his grandchildren: Brandi, Denise, Shane, Latonya, Dustin, Justin, and Mya; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and sisters: Letha Hanks of Crowley, La. and Hazel Menard of Winnie.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.

Richard T. “Dick” Polk Sr. Bridge City Richard T. “Dick” Polk Sr., 83, of Bride City, died Friday, June 10, at Cypress Glen Nursing Home in Port Arthur.

Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, June 14, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City with Mr. Tony Goins of Bridge City Church of Christ officiating. Burial followed at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches.

Born in Heavener, Okla. on July 20, 1927, Dick was the son of Hubert and Hazel (Smith) Polk. He served in the U.S. Navy and retired from Texaco Chemical after 38 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and loved being outdoors. He was a 32nd Degree Mason.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Donna Jean Polk; and brother, Hubert Polk Jr. Dick is survived by his sons: Richard “Tommy” Polk Jr. and wife Cassey of Bridge City, Charles Polk and wife Regina of Nederland; daughter, Brenda McKay and husband, Brian of Bridge City; grandchildren Blain Polk, Lance Polk and wife Holly, Lauren Cook and husband Josh, Darla Polk, Brian McKay Jr., and Bailey McKay; great-grandson, Caden Cook; and brother, William “Bill” Polk and wife, Olena of Denison.

John Theriot, Richard Adaway, Mike Davis, Blain Polk, Lance Polk, Brian McKay Sr., Brian McKay Jr. and Josh Cook served as pallbearers.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s As-

sociation, PO Box 96011, Washington DC 20090-6011.

A Memorial to My Sister, Jimmie Huff

Helen Rogers Mahfouz West Orange

Margaret Louviere Special to The Record

Helen Rogers Mahfouz, 88, of West Orange, passed away Thursday, June 9, at the Golden Years Assisted Living Center in Orange.

Services to remember her life were held on Saturday, June 11, at the McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Orange with the Rev. Joel Warren, pastor of the church officiating. Committal followed services at the Union Springs Cemetery in the Converse community where she will be laid to rest next to her husband. Services are under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home in Orange.

Helen was born on April 5, 1923 at home in the Hunter community near Converse, La. to her parents, Milton Lane Rogers and Minnie Ieola (Bossier) Rogers, she was a resident of Orange since 1952 and she was a member of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church for more than 50 years. Helen enjoyed reading, gardening, traveling and spending time with her family.

My sister Jimmie Mosier Huff was born on June 15, 1925 in Vinton, Louisiana. After our years in Vinton we moved to Orangefield. There we attended the old Winfree school.

We transferred to Orangefield school when we reached the seventh grade. When Jimmie started attending Orangefield she met Tommy Huff who would become the love of her life. Tommy died in 2006, they had been married 59 years and neither of them had ever dated anyone else.

Jimmie graduated from Orangefield in 1942 and went to college at the College of Marshall in Marshall, Texas.

While she was there the college became East Texas Baptist College. It is now East Texas Baptist University.

Tommy joined the Army and went to Pacific in WWII. Jimmie finished college while he was gone and continued to live in Marshall. She had gotten a degree in business so she was able to work at the Marshall News Messenger, the local newspaper.

When Tommy came home, he reentered college and got his degree in education. After he finished college they move back home to Orange and he started teaching at West Orange. He would go on to become elementary principal, high school principal, and superintendent at West Orange.

He was superintendent when the West Orange and Orange schools merged. When Tommy retired he was superintendent at Port Neches.

Jimmie worked in Orange at the old Sabine Supply Com-

Helen is preceded in death by her parents; her five brothers; her four sisters and her husband, Nima Mahfouz.

Those who will most cherish her memory are her daughters, Carol Meyers of Orange and Brenda Anderson of Logansport, La.; her five grandchildren, six great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Helen is also survived by numerous extended family members.

For those who desire memorial contributions please make a donation in memory of Helen to the Bus Fund at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church 2015 Sims Street, Orange, Texas 776305436 or to a Charity of the Donor’s Choice.

Virty Fay Munnerlyn Orange Funeral services for Virty Fay Munnerlyn, 75, of Orange were held on Sunday, June 12, at Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home in Buna, with burial at Antioch Cemetery in Buna.

A native of Bessmay, she had lived in Orange 32 years. tSurvivors include her husband, Roy Munnerlyn of Orange; two step children, Allen and Tony; three foster children, Terry, Edna and Johnny Leatherwood; two sisters, Audry Mae Whitmire and husband Tevis of Evadale, and Bertha Jean Day and husband Buford of DeRidder, La.

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pany in the building that later became Lamar in Orange. She also worked at the now gone Ramsey-Kantz Steel Works on Western Ave in West Orange.

In 1960 she quit work to become a full time mother and wife. She and Tommy had become the parents of Charles Thomas Huff. Charlie, as he is known, is their only child.

Over the years Jimmie worked in many volunteer organizations. The majority of her time was done in the Home Demonstration clubs in Orange and Jefferson Counties. Several times she had her crafts entered in the South Texas State Fair.

She could do anything that needed to be done with a needle and thread. She was an accomplished seamstress and could do wonders with a sewing machine. Jimmie especially enjoyed making craft items for her family.

In their retirement years she and Tommy traveled for years with the Retired Christian Builders. This is a volunteer group that travels all over the country building churches.

She was devout in her Baptist faith. Jimmy was active in her church until Tommy’s health declined. At the time of Tommy’s death her health had also begun to decline. She died earlier this year at the Meadows nursing home.

I miss her and the closeness we shared. She was a person that enjoyed humor. The biggest joke in our family was that she thought she was the only one that could make cornbread dressing at the holidays.

She also leaves behind Charlie and his wife Grace, and all the members of her extended family of nieces and nephews.

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Myranda Hill, of Tyler, and David Sanders, of Orange, will be married on July 23 at the Calvary Baptist Church in Tyler at 5 p.m.

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Smith and Gothia regroup quickly DICKIE COLBURN FOR THE RECORD

I was not surprised by the impressive number of fishermen that took advantage of the Grand Opening sale at the new Daley’s Fish n Hunt store this weekend, but at the same time I did not expect to see so many folks from Orange and Bridge City walking the aisles. There were also a lot of people that drove in from the Houston area simply to take advantage of the big discounts on high dollar items like Shimano reels.

The Shimano rep was in the store both days and apparently the word was already out that at least two of their more popular reel models would no longer be available. Daley’s got wind of it early and ordered everyone they could get their hands on for their customers. Needless to say, they went very quickly. If you had to pick up some tackle anyway, it was an excellent time to do so as they also drew names for hourly prizes that included everything from lure packages to rods.

The Port Acres store could not have opened at a better time for local anglers as it has gotten harder and harder to find any selection in our larger retail outdoor departments. More than one Orange shopper pointed out that it is all but impossible to find not only any variety of lures, but terminal tackle as well at home. Even the Academy Stores have reduced their color selections and no longer carry the variety of brands they once handled.

Tal Cowan was on hand both days with his popular line of TTF products and he put a twist on a problem that many of us have had on Sabine lately. I pointed out that while his plastics may well be the most durable on the market, I have been fishing my way through COLBURN PAGE 5B

LCM’s Zach Sonnier intercepts a pass for the East Team All-Stars during football action against West. Also seen is former WOS Mustang Wilson Washington, No.10, Sonnier was named Offensive MVP and Washington Defensive MVP. RECORD PHOTO: Mark Dunn

MARK DUNN FOR THE RECORD

It was a game for the memory books. Eleven local football players took the field as East Team All-Stars in the second annual Southeast Texas Ford Dealers Classic at Lamar’s Provost/Umphrey Stadium on Saturday. East defeated West 20-13 thanks in large part to the performances of the hometown guys.

“This was one of the most enjoyable experiences in my coach-

ing career,” said Bridge City’s Josh Smalley who was a coach for the East Team, “I got to work with coaches that I would have never been able to meet, but the fun part was meeting the kids from all the other schools. It was amazing to see how much they bonded and became a team in just three days.”

Little Cypress-Mauriceville’s Bridge City’s Shane Stankus played center for the East Team All-Stars.

Record Photo: Mark Dunn

Zach Sonnier was named East Team Offensive MVP and West Orange-Stark Mustang Wilson Washington claimed the honor of East Team Defensive MVP. Mustang quarterback Reggie Garrett Jr. was ceremoniously honored during pregame introductions as WOS teacher Meri Elen Jacobs stepped onto the field carrying Garret’s No. 12 jersey and held his place in the East Team lineup.

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ers got into the action for the East Team. Representing the Bridge City Cardinals was Shane Stankus and Thomas Luce. Former Orangefield Bobcats Josh Shores and Logan Moss, Vidor Pirates Joe Reed and Blake Tinkle and WOS Mustangs Justin Petry and Donavan Rubin were joined by Deweyville’s Trey Craft for the East Team.

Honoring local football greats the Southeast Texas Coaches Association named legendary UT Longhorn two-time All-American Steve Worster of Bridge City as East Team Captain with former San Fransico 49er Zach Bronson of Jasper.

“I don’t know if people realize how much work goes into putting this game together,” Smalley said, “Mark Foreman and the entire coaches association deserve a ton of credit for this. It gave us a chance to showcase the talent of the kids in Southeast Texas and gave most of the players one more shot at playing the game they love.”

LCM’s Sonnier picked up the East Team Offensive MVP honor rushing for 33 yards and a touchdown. He also intercepted a pass on defense. WOS’ Washington earned the East Team Defensive MVP honor breaking up four West passes and had four tackles during the contest.

The East Team included players from Hardin-Jefferson, Nederland, Jasper, Little Cypress-Mauriceville, Evadale, Kirbyville, Silsbee, Beaumont Legacy, Woodville, Port Arthur Memorial, Orangefield, Deweyville, Newton, Warren, Sabine Pass, Buna, Port NechesGroves, Hamshire-Fannett, West Orange-Stark, Bridge City, Beaumont Central and High Island.

Cheerleading squads for the East Team was the West Orange-Stark and Buna cheerleaders. The Little Cypress-Mauriceville Honey Bears drill team performed at halftime.

Head coaches for the East Team are all from Nederland. Larry Neumann is head coach, Monte Barrow is offensive coordinator and Delbert Spell is defensive coordinator. Also on the coaching staff with Smalley are Kip McFarland of P.A. Memorial, William Mallette, Deweyville, Bradley Allison, Beaumont Central and Justin Charrier, High Island.

The West Team included players from Anahuac, Splendora, Coldspring, Cleveland, West Brook, Hardin, Huffman, Chester, Ozen, Diboll, Lumberton, Cleveland, Liberty, East Chambers, Barbers Hill, Crosby, Colmesneil, Kountze, Tarkington, Kelley, West Hardin and Livingston.

West Team Honarary Captain was Mickey Washington.

“To have Steve Worster on the field was a thrill for me,” Smalley said, “Growing up in Bridge City, Worster is a name I always heard but I never got the opportunity to spend time with him until recently. He is a huge part of our history here and I hope he continues to be a part of the present and future of Bridge City athletics.”

Donavan Rubin walks out on the field for the East All-Stars.

East Team All-Star coach Josh Smalley. RECORD PHOTOS Mark Dunn

Donavan Rubin, Zach Sonnier and Wilson Washington celebrate.

Zach Sonnier carries for the East Team.

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Orangefield’s Josh Shores is greeted by Steve Worster during introduction ceremonies for the Southeast Texas Ford Dealers AllStar Classic on Saturday. Also seen is former San Fransico 49er Zach Bronson.

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Joe Montana injured in ATV accident Staff Report- For The Record San Francisco 49ers great Joe Montana was injured in an accident over the weekend and was not be able to discuss his luxury hotel project with the Santa Clara City Council on Tuesday night.

It was reported that Montana took a tumble while riding an all-terrain vehicle on his ranch near Calistoga. Montana was not seriously hurt, but his injuries did require stitches above his eye.

Still, his injuries were enough to keep him from appearing before the Santa Clara City Council on Tuesday, his attorney Robert Mezzetti said in a letter to Mayor Jamie Matthews.

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“Please forgive any inconvenience caused by this unexpected event,” Mezzetti said in the letter.

“I expect Mr. Montana will be able to appear in the near future.”

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Matthews, who got a heads-up from Montana’s lawyers early Monday about the delay, said he couldn’t disclose more details about the accident but thought it would push back the Hall of Famer’s appearance by “a few more weeks.” He said city officials are already working with Montana’s group to figure out when to reschedule.

The mayor added that he wanted Montana’s fans to know that the former quarterback “is OK.” “Mr. Montana, through his representatives, was very upset because he really wanted to be able to come, because he’s committed to this project,” Matthews said.

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NCAA getting pressure to change some of its ways KAZ’S KORNER

JOE KAZMAR For The Record

It’s been more than 50 years since I was a college athlete trying to play my way toward a degree on the McNeese State baseball diamond. Strangely, in that half-century, not much has changed for the athletes under the jurisdiction of the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

My teammates and I never had much money while attending college and the coaches pretty much knew where we were, at least during the daylight hours. They could check the baseball wing of the dormitories any time they wished, and if they couldn’t find us after bed check, it sometimes meant a one-way bus ride home.

Today’s college athletes have better housing facilities, more modern sports equipment and better technology to treat athletic injuries. But most of today’s college players still don’t have much extra change in their pockets while attending school.

And the NCAA makes darned sure its athletes don’t accept transportation to visit their hometown, a meal at a restaurant or receive a free tattoo for an autograph.

This is what forced Ohio State head football coach Jim Tressel to resign recently after five of his Buckeye players were suspended the first five games of the 2011 football season for allegedly trading signed jerseys, championship rings and other items for cash and discounted tattoos from a Columbus tattoo-parlor owner.

And the NCAA also is investigating Ohio State players who allegedly received improper benefits and special deals on cars.

Tressel allegedly had knowledge about the players’ involve-

ment but not reporting it as required by his contract and NCAA rules cost him his job.

One of the five Buckeyes suspended, quarterback Terrelle Pryor announced last week that he would not return to Ohio State for his senior season.

Almost immediately, the Saskatchewan Roughriders acquired negotiating rights to Pryor and have talked to him about joining their Canadian Football League franchise.

And it didn’t take Pryor very long to issue a statement turning down the opportunity in the CFL to focus his efforts on being selected in the NFL’s supplemental draft this summer.

When Pryor signed a letterof-intent to attend Ohio State in 2008, he was considered the nation’s No.1 quarterback. He should be able to make an NFL roster if he is selected in the upcoming supplemental draft.

Since the Ohio State fiasco, many have questioned the foundation of big-time college football where universities and coaches make millions of dollars off athletes, yet the players get in trouble with the NCAA for accepting cash for autographs or memorabilia.

South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier recently suggested that college football players receive $300 per game to pay for expenses, a cost that would come out of the coaches’ pockets.

Seven Southeast Conference football coaches, including Florida’s Will Muschamp, Alabama’s Nick Saban, LSU’s Les Miles, Mississippi State’s Dan Mullen, Ole Miss’ Houston Nutt and Tennessee’s Derek Dooley all signed Spurrier’s proposal that was presented to the athletic directors at the SEC spring meetings last week.

“I just wish there was a way

to get our players a little piece of the pie,” Spurrier said.

“It’s so huge right now.”

Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany recently floated the idea of increasing athletic scholarship benefits and advocates of his plan carefully explained the idea wasn’t to pay student/athletes to play sports.

Instead, they said it was about providing them with spending money to cover what’s been categorized as “the actual cost of attendance.”

The question at the heart of the debate is whether college athletic departments should be allowed to provide players with more than tuition, books, room and board.

However, legislation of this nature would have to come from the NCAA level and would also have Title IX implications as well if only athletes playing the big revenue sports receive the stipend.

KWICKIES…Congrats to former West Orange-Stark football coach Mark Foreman for the success of his second Southeast Texas Ford Dealers All-Star Classic Football game Saturday night that was won by the East Team 20-13.

The game was played at Lamar University’s Provost-Umphrey Stadium. Little Cypress-Mauriceville’s Zach Sonnier ran for a touchdown, intercepted a pass and was named the East team’s offensive MVP which includes a $500 scholarship from the Southeast Texas Coaches Association. Sonnier plans to play football this fall for the Northwestern State Demons in Natchitoches, La. West Orange-Stark defensive back Wilson Washington was named the East’s defensive MVP. Houston Astros 20-year-old rookie right-hander Jordan Lyles and two relievers pitched

their butts off and held the Atlanta Braves to two runs while getting 27 outs in nine innings Saturday night. With the score deadlocked at 2-2, the Astros’ $5 million closer Brandon Lyon started the 10th inning and gave up four runs WITHOUT getting an out. He almost got booed out of Minute Maid Park as he departed. The front office needs to ship him down to the minors until he learns how to get hitters out again.

The Texas Longhorns advanced to the College World Series with a 4-2 controversial victory over Arizona State in Sunday’s super-regional championship game. Longhorns freshman catcher Jacob Felts, an Orangefield grad, made an errant throw on a 3-and-2 pitch that ended up being ball four.

The ASU runner proceeded to third base on the miscue, but Texas Coach Augie Garrido argued the batter interfered with Felts’ throw and the ump agreed and called the batter out and made the runner return to first base. In the fifth inning Texas scored a run on a balk called on the Sun Devil’s pitcher that replays showed no violation occurred. Texas will meet Florida in the CWS first round game this weekend.

Other teams qualifying for the CWS include North Carolina, South Carolina, Vanderbilt, California, Virginia, and Texas A&M played their championship games Monday evening.

Texas golfer Harrison Frazar won his first PGA golf tournament on the 355th attempt Sunday with a par on the third hole of a sudden-death playoff at the St. Jude Classic in Memphis. Frazar contemplated quitting golf and had a job lined up at the end of the year.

The win was worth $1,008,000 and an automatic entry in the Tournament of Champions in Maui next January and his first-ever Masters Tournament in April. Memphis was just the fourth cut he had made in 10

events, although he just qualified for the upcoming U.S. Open at Congressional.

Ruler On Ice, a horse that had not even earned enough graded stakes money to qualify for either the Kentucky Derby

or the Preakness, slopped his way to a Belmont Stakes victory Saturday afternoon. The three-year-old gelding de-

feated a field that included the first seven finishers in the Kentucky Derby.

JUST BETWEEN US…Although we predicted the Miami Heat would win the NBA Championship, we really are happy for the Dallas Mavericks, who hand-picked several seasoned veterans before the season began with the sole idea of beating the Heat out of the championship they tried to buy. There’s no doubt the best team will wear the championship rings this year. And as far as my hometown friend Pat Riley is concerned, he may have to wait until next year before his dream of an NBA dynasty at Miami comes true.

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Hometown All-Star player scores home run

Wednesday, June 15.

In the top of the fourth inning Bridge City comes up to The District 32 eight-year- bat leading 8 - 4 with Bryce old All-Star Teams started Bergeron of Orangefield leadtheir double elimination tour- ing off. Bryce hits a lead off nament on Saturday, June 4. double to start the inning and On June 6th Bridge City took Logan Gipson of Orangefield a tough loss to FHWS Little comes up to bat next. Logan League 11 to 10. They bat- battles into a count of 1 ball tled through the losers and 2 strikes and hits his first bracket beating Groves Little home run; a two run shot over League on Wednesday, June the center field fence at BCLL. 8 16 - 6 to face Nederland Bridge City went on to defeat Little League on Friday, June FHWS 17 - 6 and will advance 10 and won again, 20-8. They in the District 32 Tournament. now had their chance to face This is District 32’s first home off again against FHWS (who run hit by an eight year old had been beaten once also) on player. His parents could not Monday, June 13 to see who be more proud of Logan and would be eliminated and who hope this is his first of many would go on to face Groves on home runs to come!

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Rats, as big as yearling possums, were devastating our barns by eating our livestock feeds. They chewed, gnawed, and consumed electric wires on generators, tractors, and electric lights. Boat repairs were $460 and incomplete.

It was frightful; we used cats

that were evidently run-off; we had chicken snakes, traps, both large and small: steel and live. Poison waters and baits of every kind including bananas, cheese, peanut butter, meats of every kind including barbecue to no solution. We had the help of Dr. Roy Stanford, our Orange County Agriculture Agent. He researched through the internet, Texas Agricul-

ture Extension Services, A&M University and other sources including personal and written; we tried everything recommended: nothing worked.

Finally after everything failed, we tried the Old-Time remedy for livestock ticks, beavers, chimney sweeps, and other problems including alkaline soils.

Sulphur was the answer! We set out several gallon buckets half-full of sulfur in closed barns, lighted them, evacuated ourselves and dogs for the dense fogging of all the premises including cabinets, boxes, and crevices.

What a success toward elimination of rats due to Roy’s research and our action. Oldtimers were smart.

J.B. Arrington P.S. We considered carbon monoxide.

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Colburn: Fishing several packages in less than an hour recently due to fish biting the tails off on the initial strike.

Seemingly oblivious to my complaint, he picked up several different samples of his two color tails lying on the table and gave both ends a significant tug. When they failed to pull apart he stated with only the slightest trace of a smile, “Those are small blue fish biting the tails off your baits and they are a valuable asset in my business!”

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species biting things in half in the lake right now. We had two more trout bitten in half by sharks on the north end of the lake last week and Dale Perry had an excellent trout bite put to sleep by two porpoises that invaded the area he was wading. Capt. Chuck told me a month ago that he had encountered a small school of rays just south of Coffee Ground Cove and we found the same thing off the tip of Stewts early last week. There were more rays in that one school than I have seen in a lifetime of fish-

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ing Sabine. We need some rain before the sharks start eating bass above I-10!

Speaking of bass, it took only one bad tournament before the team of Trey Smith and Hunter Gothia were back on the winner’s stand in the afternoon river series. “It was tough, which I think favored Hunter and I.” Smith said, “and we really had to grind to catch our fish.”

Smith added that they only caught six bass all evening and were able to cull only one fish.

They still managed to weigh in a 3 bass limit that weighed 5.38 pounds and collected a $528 check for their efforts.

Jonathan Simon and Kevin Vaughn took second with two bass weighing 4.34 pounds and Bobby Trahan and Glenn Trantham took third place money and the big bass pot with a 2.54 pound bass.

The field continues to grow each week in the popular event as 33 teams fished last Tuesday. If you like convenient and competitive bass fishing, the city boat ramp on Simmons drive is the place to be on Tuesday afternoons. Blast off is at 5:30 so you need to

get there early to sign up and launch.

The Triangle Tail Chasers were also back on the water Saturday for their monthly tournament. Fifteen teams fished the event and at the end of the day there was a dead even tie for first place. The odds of that happening are just fantastic not only due to the fact that they record their weights to the hundredths of an ounce, but more so because they weigh in 2 flounder, 2 trout and 2 redfish.

The Jordan brothers and the team of Mire and Havard split first place and second place money with identical 22.10-pound weights. Both teams had all six of their fish.

If you were in the right place at the right time you found yourself covered up with redfish, but for the most part, trout were easier to come by than redfish for the majority of the teams.

The July tournament is going to be a shared benefit event with a much larger purse than usual. Damon Silva said they will have all of the information out by the end of next week.

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Blaze Montagne’s big catch

Johnny Montagne, Blaze Montagne and Jared Briggs. Blaze caught this fish while they were on a fishing trip to Grand Isle, La.

Local Student Qualifies To Compete At World’s Largest Junior High Rodeo

Tanner Jenkins taking the bull by the horns.

Tanner Jenkins, an eighth grade student at Orangefield Junior High School, has earned a position on the Texas state National Junior High rodeo team and will be traveling with fellow teammates to Gallup, New Mexico from June 26 through July 2 to compete at the 7th Annual National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR) in the Chute Dogging (he was second in the state of Texas) competition.

Featuring more than 1000 contestants from 47 states, Canadian provinces and Australia the National Junior High Finals is the world’s largest junior high rodeo. In addition to competing for more than $75,000 in prizes, NJHFR contestants will also be vying for more than $100,000 in college scholarships and the chance to be named the National Junior High Finals Rodeo National Champion. To earn this title,

the contestants must finish in the top twenty after two gorounds of intense competition before advancing on to Saturday’s final championship performance. Again, this year, the Saturday championship performance will be televised nationally as a part of the “Cinch Town Tour” telecast series.

The NJHFR is scheduled to air .... Please check in the media office or online at http:// nhsra.com for the broadcast schedule.

Along with great rodeo competition and the chance to meet new friends from around the world, NJHFR contestants have the opportunity to enjoy volleyball, tug-of-war, contestant dances, family-oriented activities sponsored by Fellowship of Christian Cowboys, and the chance to shop the NJHFR western tradeshow, as well as visit the historical attractions of New Mexico and nearby Arizona.

To follow your local favorites at the NJHFR visit the NHSRA Web site daily for complete results at www.nhsra.org. For ticket information and reservations call toll free at 1-800590-1302.

BCHS Class of 1991 to hold 20 year reunion The 1991 graduating class of Bridge City High will hold their 20 year class reunion on the weekend of Aug. 12-13.

There will be a private party at Madison’s in Beaumont at 8 p.m. on Aug. 12. A family skating party will be held at Spinnin’ Wheels in Orange at 11 a.m. on Aug. 13. The reunion will end with a party at Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange at 7 p.m. on Aug. 13. Early bird ticket prices are $40 for individuals and $75 for couples by June 15. Please go to their web site at http://BCClass1991.classquest.com for all details. For more information, e-mail Malinda Boudreaux mboudreaux1@gt.rr. com, and Christy Dobranski at crstydski@gmail.com.

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Cowboy Church to host third Buckle Series Playday

Salem UMC to host Vacation Bible School The Salem United Methodist Church, located at 402 W. John Ave in Orange, cordially invites the children of the community to participate in their Vacation Bible School, which began June 13 and will run through June 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ages four through 14 can participated in the “Shake it up Cafe” VBS. Bible stories crafts, music and food will be provided. For more information, call 409-883-2611.

Bread of Life Feeding Ministry offers hot lunches The Bread of Life Feeding Ministry of Starlight Church of God in Christ Evangelism Team will provide hot lunches every Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.. The meals will be served at the E.B. Lindsey Family Life Center at Starlight, 2800 Bob Hall Road. For more information call 409-8864366.

The third of three Buckle Series Playdays will take place Saturday, June 25. Events will be at the Cowboy Church of Orange County Arena located at 673 FM 1078 in Orange. Events include barrels, poles, speed race, baton race and flag race. Buckles will be awarded at the end of the Playday.

Special classes will include lead line, mutton busting and stick horse races, with special awards presented at the end of Playday.

Registration is from 8 to 9:30 a.m and the events begin at 10 a.m. All age groups are welcome.

For more information contact Debbie Vance at 409-745-0656 or Alice Castille at 409-313-6621.

FBC of Bridge City to host VBS June 27 The First Baptist Church of Bridge City will hold its Vacation Bible School June 27 to July 1 from 9 a.m. to noon. The theme this year is “Son Surf Beach Blast.” The community is invited to join and enjoy Bible stories, games, songs, refreshments, fun and more. VBS is for those who will be in kindergarten through fifth grade for the upcoming 2011-2012 school year. There will be a registration time on Sat., June 25 in the church’s west parking lot from 10 a.m. to noon. The church is located at 200 West Roundbunch and will be collecting canned goods that week for the Bridge City/Orangefield Ministerial Alliance. For more information 409-735-8709.

FBC Orange to host summer Children’s Fine Arts Camp

First Baptist Church of Orange, located at 602 W. Green, is hosting a first-time ever event for children that have completed kindergarten—sixth grade. It is a fine arts camp called GROW Week scheduled for June 20-23. The camp will begin at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude at 11:45 a.m.

Children will have the opportunity to take classes in guitar, piano, voice, dance, cooking, art, instruments, and drama. Also included will be daily Bible devotions and a worship music time. Minister of Worship John Bickham is leading a team of volunteers that will be teaching children the different classes. The campers will receive a camp T-shirt, class supplies, and refreshments for a camp fee of $30.

If additional family members are attending, their fee will be $20 per child. Parents may register their children by coming by the church office during weekday hours, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by visiting the church’s web site and down-loading a registration form to mail to the church. Early registration is encouraged. Thursday evening, June 23 will be a celebration time for children and their families in the church’s Family Life Center.

For more information about the fine arts camp, please contact FBC-O at 409-886-7461, e-mail the office at info@fbco.org, or visit the web site, www.fbco.org.

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First Baptist Church of Bridge City

Miracle Restoration Revivals Church

St. Paul United Methodist Church

200 W. Roundbunch, Bridge City Office: 409-735-3581 Fax: 409-735-8882 www.fbcbc.org Rev. Bob Boone, Pastor Sunday Schedule: Traditional Worship - 8:15 a.m.; Bible Study at 9:30 a.m.; Celebration Service - 10:45 a.m.; CSI, Youth Bible Study, Discipleship Classes - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Schedule: Prayer Meeting - 6:30 p.m., Youth Worship “Living Stone”

608 Dogwood St., Orange (2 streets behind Horseman Store) 409-883-5466 Residing Pastor Rev. Larry Doucet Founding Pastor Rev. Tunney Vercher Sr. Sunday morning services 10 a.m., Sunday night 6 p.m.

Wednesday night Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday night Bible Study 7 p.m.

1155 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City 409- 735-5546 Pastor Brad Morgan E-mail office@stpaulfamily.org Sunday Mornings: Worship Experience - 8:15 a.m.; Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.; Worship Experience - 10:45 a.m.

(Nursery provided at all services) For Mid & Sr. High Youth on Sunday Afternoon: 3:30 to 6 p.m.

Sunday Evening : Taizé Service - 7 p.m.

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Cowboy Church of Orange County

First Christian Church of Orangefield

West Orange Christian Church

First United Methodist Church

4234 FM 408 (between BC & Orangefield) 409-735-4234 Minister Jim Hardwick Sunday: Sunday School: 9 a.m.; Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: Prayer and Bible Study 7 p.m.

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673 FM 1078 Orange, Texas 409-718-0269 E. Dale Lee, Pastor Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday “Round Pen” (Small Group) Studies: Men’s group: 7:00 p.m. Mondays, Ladies’ group: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays Come as you are! Boots and hats welcome!

900 Lansing Street, West Orange 409-882-0018 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service - 10:40 a.m.

Sunday Evening - 6 p.m.

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1305 Irving Street, Orange 409-882-0862 Ruth Logan Burch, Pastor Sunday Morning 10 a.m., 11 a.m.

Evening Service 6 p.m.

Wednesday Service 5 p.m.

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First Baptist Church Orangefield 9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield, 409-735-3113 Pastor Forrest Wood Sunday: Bible Study - 9:30 a.m., Worship Service - 10:30 a.m., Evening Worship Service- 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: Midweek Meal- 5:30 p.m., Praise and Prayer - 6:30 p.m. Youth and Children Activities, 7:15 p.m. - Choir Practice Email: office@fbcof.com Website: www.fbcof.com

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Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; ¾ guaranteed of contract. Employment offered by A & S Farms, Inc. located in Jeanerette, LA. Qualified applicants may call employer for interview at (337) 519-3398 or may apply for this position at their nearest State Workforce Agency using job order # 384961.

For more info regarding your nearest SWA you may call (409) 839-8045.

15 temporary positions; approx 6 months; Duties: to operate tractors in the sugar cane fields during the harvesting of the crop. To prepare the fields and maintenance of the crop. $8.97 per hour; Job to begin on 8/1/11 through 1/31/12.

Must have 3 months experienced required in job offered. All work tools provided. Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; ¾ guaranteed of contract.

Employment offered by Charles Guidry located in Erath, LA. Qualified applicants may call employer for interview at (337) 654-2403 or may apply for this position at their nearest State Workforce Agency using job order # 384829. For more info regarding your nearest SWA you may call (409) 839-8045.

TRACTOR WORK BY . CARPENTER WORK DANNY COLE THE SMALL JOBS

• Dirt / Shell Spreading THE BIG BOYS WON’T • Bushhogging TOUCH. • Garden Tilling Carpenter work, vinyl sid• New home pads Prepared ing, minor plumbing & • Sewer / Water / Electrical more, call for free estimates, Call Larry English Lines Dug at (409) 882-1471 or 882Home 735-8315 Tractor Service 4288 Cell 670-2040

10 temporary positions; approx 10 months; Duties: to plant sugar cane by hand, to operate tractors in the sugar cane fields in preparation of the fields for planting and to prepare the land for next year planting and harvesting. $ 8.97 per hour; Job to begin on 8/1/11 through 5/30/12.

Must have 3 months experienced required in job offered. All work tools provided. Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; ¾ guaranteed of contract.

Employment offered by Charles Guidry located in Erath, LA. Qualified applicants may call employer for interview at (337) 6542403 or may apply for this position at their nearest State Workforce Agency using job order # 384845.

For more info regarding your nearest SWA you may call (409) 839-8045.

6 temporary positions; approx 10 months; Duties: to operate tractors in the fields during the preparation, planting and maintenance of the crop before, during and after the harvesting season. $8.97 per hour; Job to begin on 7/15/11 through 5/12/12. 3 months experience in job required.

All work tools provided.

Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; ¾ guaranteed of contract. Employment offered by Fox Enterprise of Louisiana located in Forest Hill, LA. Qualified applicants may call employer for interview at (318) 419-7598 or may apply for this position at their nearest State Workforce Agency using job order # 384962. For more info regarding your nearest SWA you may call (409) 839-8045.

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BEAUTIFUL DOLL COLLECTION MUST SEE! will consider all reasonable offers, call for an appointment to see, (409) 886-5725

HOME SERVICES

HERE’S MY CARD! 735-5305 OR 886-7183

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LOST PARROT IN BC, last seen on Quincy St. flying towards Russel St. 5/14/11, can talk when not alarmed, REWARD, (409) 735-2966 or 960-1524.

DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY RINGS, 1 Kt. A marque diamonds, 14Kt. gold, $850, (830) 822-7050.

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DOMESTIC CITATION BY PUBLICATION/PC - CDVPPCWD THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: Jennifer Goforth, Respondent: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. You may employ an attorney.

If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M. on the Monday next following the expiration of 20 days after you were served this citation and petition, a default judgement may be taken against you.

The petition of Glen M Teal, Petitioner, was filed in the County Court at Law #2 of Orange County, Texas, on MARCH 11, 2011, against Jennifer Goforth, numbered 110250-D, and entitled IN THE INTEREST OF FLOYD BISHOP NOLAND A CHILD. The suit requests ORIGINAL PETITION IN SUIT AFFECTING THE P/C RELATIONSHIP. The date and place of birth of the child/ren who are the subject of the suit: FLOYD BISHOP NOLAND JASPER, TEXAS

(409) 474-1060 Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

MAY 18, 2004

The Court has authority in this suit to enter any judgment or decree in the child/ren's interest which will be binding upon you, including the termination of the parent-child relationship, the determination of paternity and the appointment of a conservator with authority to consent to the child's adoption.

ISSUED AND GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court at Orange, Texas this June 6, 2011.

VICKIE EDGERLY, District Clerk Orange County, Texas By: Charlean

Lindsey

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We haul dirt and spread, sand, 60/40, top soil, slag, limestone, wash-out, bark and garden mix. We also do Dozer Work, backhoe, mini & large Excavator work. We dig ponds and fill swimming pools, remove concrete. No Job too small. call for price @ (409) 735-6588

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Marriage Licenses Issued by the office of Karen Jo Vance, Orange County Clerk for the week June 6 thru June 10: Eric D. Lee and Shannon C. Hendricks James E. Long and Veronica L. Alexander Lacorius D. Garrett and Lakisha M. Atkinson Thomas A. Unruh and Tiffaney A. Burke Richard C. Reed Jr. and Liesl A. Biele Daniel Delafuente and COACH HANDICAP SCOOTER W/ cover and charger, like new, $800 (cost over 1,400 new), call for more details @ (409) 988-3723.

(5/25) BENNY BARNES RECORD collection. This collection consists of 60 of his 45 RPM records, all are in excellent cond., asking $440, Call Tony at (409) 718-6785.

CRAFTSMAN RIDING MOWER 42’’ cut - 18hp New battery, blades, filters. Newly rebuilt starter. $550.00 409988-3932.

BOX TRAILER, 4’ x 8’, good cond., all sides & top removable, $750; gas grill; Golf cart, needs batteries, (409) 7462636.

OKRA FOR SALE! Cooked or raw, (409) 626-2377.

TRAPEZE BAR & FLOOR STAND will enable a person to get into and out of bed or change body positions. Used, but in very good condition. $150. Call Judy @ 409-8820240.

Hospital bed - all electric, in good condition. Dress/chest w/ mirror. Headboard and bed frame. Call 886-5545 or 7791123.

LITTLE GIRLS GLITZ PAGEANT DRESS! Custom Made National winning (Glitz) pageant dress. Little girls size 5/6 (approximately). White and cream and loaded with AB Rhinestones and pearls.

This dress has long sheer rhinestone laden sleeves and the back is cut out. The skirt is straight with petite fishline ruffles and is made of Satin and Chiffon and can be easily dyed any color you choose.

Perfect for any local pageant or for any pageant on the state and national level. 409221-0062 Ericka.

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 10-inch table saw. Used condition but still works well. $125.00 Call Judy @ 409-882-0240 SERVICES HOME OR BUSINESS CLEANING! Angies Cardinal Cleaning Service. Home or Business, Move Outs, reasonable rates, price based on many factors, references available, friendly service, Bonded, (409) 553-3105.

CHILD CARE MON. THRU FRI., Bridge City, close to

The Miraculous Prayer

Dear Heart of Jesus: In the past I have asked for many favors.

This time I ask you for this very special one (mention favor).

Take it, dear Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it.

Then in your merciful eyes, it will become your favor, not mine.

Amen.

Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favor will be granted.

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Elementary School, ages 1 3 yrs., $75 weekly, references available, (409) 313-6731.

(6/18) PETS & LIVESTOCK PARROT CAGES AND PLAY STAND, cages %75 - $150, play stand $50, (409) 7352966.

2 BEAUTIFUL KITTENS, free to good homes, shots & wormed: one grey Tabby W/ white markings, &big eyes; on pretty Calico w/ beautiful markings, both friendly and healthy, (409) 988-6551.

HELP ME FIND A NEW HOME! My mommy passed away, I’m a 6 yr. old neutered male cat, only knew the inside life (409) 886-8630.

FREE KITTENS 6 wks old.

1810 Crockett in W.O. Call 670-3982 or 883-8372.

RESCUE DOGS, spayed & neutered, needing good homes. Pet food donations welcome. (409) 746-9502.

2 ABANDONED DOGS, sisters, free to good homes, about 1 yr. old, good with kids & other pets, wormed, have ads & picts. on Bridge City Classified.com, call Amy @ 920-3765.

GERMAN & AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD MIX, male, neutered, all shots & wormed, must have fenced yard, (409)746-9502.

FREE TO GOOD HOME, male Chihuahua & rat terrier mix, house trained, all shots up to date, can’t keep due to living arrangements, very lovable, month supply of dog food, (409) 988-8560 after 6.

RAT TERRIER DOGS, mother and son, must go to same home, must have fenced yard, shots & wormed, free to good home, (409) 746-9502.

LAB/PIT MIX, 8M old, spayed female, on heart worm prev., free to good home, (409) 7469502.

APARTMENTS 2/2.5 IN BCISD, duplex apt., W/D connections, water sewer & garbage paid, $650 monthly + $500 dep., (409) 779-7448.

1BR EFFICIENCY APARTMENT w/carport in Orangefield. Stove & icebox.

Deposit, criminal background check and 1 yr rental agreement required. $800/month, all bills paid including garbage & lawn care. Call 670-3218 or 779-4542.

1/1 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS, liv. / kit & bath down, granite counter tops, all S.S. appliances, tile floors, cathedral ceiling w/ fans, carpet upstairs, concrete patio & parking, No Pets, $500 monthly + elec. & water + dep., call for an appointment at (409) 7356277 or 626-1968. (ss) VERY NICE 2/1 IN BC, lots of cabinets, bar, all elec. appliances, ceiling fans, carpet, Lg. extra room, W/D connections, concrete patio & parking, No Pets, $600 monthly + elec. & water + dep., call for

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Star and Cresent Moon Cafe receive 100 percent from Health Inspector

Congratulations to the Star and Crescent Moon Café for receiving a perfect 100 score by the Orange County Health Inspector when he dropped by unannounced this past week (Wednesday, June 8, 2011). John Chirafis and his very capable staff handled the inspector’s visit in stride even though they were busy taking care of a the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation CEO’s (Walter Riedel) birthday party that was taking place in the Café.

VFW Indoor Community Garage Sale

The VFW in Vinton, La., is hosting an indoor Community Garage Sale in its large air conditioned hall on Saturday, June 18 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The community is invited to sell their items by reserving a booth with a table for just $10. Food and drinks will be available for purchase inside the hall. Reserve your booth now by calling 409-504-8879 or stopping by the post.

VFW Post 9854 is located off I 10 at the Toomey Starks exit, 1/4 mile north of the Longhorn Club, on Hwy 109.

an appointment at (409) 7356277 or 626-1968. (ss) 1/1 DUPLEX APT. IN BC, W/D connections, water sewer & garbage paid, $450 monthly + $450 dep., (409) 779-7448.

MAGNOLIA TRACE APARTMENTS, Bridge City, special 2/1 w/ laundry room in Apt., $625 monthly + $500 dep., (extremely nice409) 886-1737, leave message.

(7/6) COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL SPACES on Texas Ave. & Roundbunch Rd., BC, Call for an appointment to see @ (409) 7352030. (M&R) FORMER LAWYER’S OFFICE, just off Texas Ave., $1,200 monthly, Call for an appointment to see @ (409) 735-2030. (M&R) MINI STORAGE SPACES, $40 monthly & up, Call for an appointment to see @ (409) 735-2030. (M&R) APPROX. 900 SQ. FT., very nice, 1 bath, $500 monthly; Approx. 1,200 sq. ft., $650 monthly, both very nice, CA/H, carpet, suitable for business or office, (409) 735-6277 or 626-1968. (ss) HOME RENTALS 1/1 IN MAURICEVILLE, Log Cabin, in the woods, $550 monthly, Call for an appointment to see @ (409) 7352030. (M&R) 4-2 HOME IN COUNTRY. $500. deposit. $900. monthly.

LCM schools. Call to see 409735-7268 or 293-0012 NICE 3/2/2, w/ granite counter tops, ceramic floors, $1,000 monthly + $1,000 dep., (409) 735-2030. (M&R) 3/2/2, IN BCISD, CA/H, fenced back yard, $1,200 monthly + dep., (409) 7356967 or 670-7224.

BRIDGE CITY 1/1, 2240 Granger, $500 monthly; 1413 B east Milam, 2/1, $500 monthly, (409) 735-4255.

(6/15) 3/1 RENT TO OWN, $650 monthly + $250 dep., (409) 221-8758. (6/15) 3110 PEBBLE BEACH, Northmont Addition, 409-8839110.

WATERFRONT HOME close to downtown Orange, $650/ mo+$650 dep. 2BR 2BA, all new inside & out. Wash/Dryer hookups, 409-221-7500 BRIDGE CITY 2/1 W/ CP, very quiet & nice neighborhood, water paid, No Pets, $625 monthly $625 dep., (409) 735-3369, leave message please.

MOBILE HOME RENTALS BC AREA , as little as $30 daily for rooms, M.H.’s by day or week, starting at $30 a day or weekly, 735-8801 or 7347771. (cctfn) 3/1 IN OFISD, 1 block from

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DOBBER Motorcycle. Only 330 actual miles, new battery, very well kept, good running condition, 2004. $495.00.

409-735-2075.

schools, Large lot, W./D hookups, No Pets, $400 monthly + dep., (409) 720-8699 or 7356701. (6/22) FULLY FURNISHED 2/1, CA/H, all bills paid, BCISD, on Hwy 87 across from Hillcrest Cem., $625 monthly + dep., (409) 499-5906.

SUZUKI 50 4 WHEELER, KAZUMA 110 4 wheeler, 110 Pocket Rocket, (409) 7453254.

3/1 IN BCISD, all appliances, lawn care and garbage provided, No Pets, $550 monthly + $500 dep., (409) 720-7477.

‘07 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 500 HO, snorkeled w/ radiator kit, freshly over hauled w/ Wiseco parts, 28” Outlaw tires on 12” rims, $3,000, (409) 745-4685 after 4.

3/1 IN BCISD, all appliances, lawn care and garbage provided, $500 monthly + $450 dep., (409) 720-7477.

‘07 HARLEY-DAVIDSON Touring ROAD KING CLASSIC, for sale by owner asking $4500 contact me at bendnn7@msn.com / 214937-4710.

HOME SALES OWNER FINANCE. 2211 Travis. 3/1/1. $36,900. $3000 down, $364 a month. Call 409-504-5945.

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OFISD ON 3.4 CLEARED acres, 2 story home, 2 bedroom w/ study (could be 3rd. bdrm.), 2 Lg. baths and dressing rooms, Lg. den w/ FP & 28’ stone wall, lots of fruit & Olive trees, never flooded, 2,300 sq. ft. of living area, completely fenced yard, $240,000, (409) 735-3271. (6/15)

30’ LIKE NEW CAMPER. 2001 - 30 Ft. Trail-lite Camper; Bumper pull; in excellent condition;sleeps nine; many extras - sway bar---stabilizer. $7,900 firm. Good for home away from home or Hurricane

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‘88 CHEVROLET P.U., runs good, $1,200, 543-8089 or 886-7329.

‘'85 CHEVY C-10, V-8, LWB, A/C, C. player, auto trans., PS/B, good motor, no oil leakage, real workhorse, $3,000 OBO, ask for Ruth @ (409) 735-7353.

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Allow your light to shine unto the lives of our patiennts and thier families by becoming a Hospice Volunteer! To inquire about our "Shiners" Youth Volunteer program (ages 12-17), or our Adult Volunteer Program. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 832-4582. Hospice of Texas, 2900 North Street suite 100, Beaumont, Texas 77702.

FRI. & SAT., 274 SPOONER, BC, in the rear, off Hwy 1442, 7 till ? Moving Sale All Must Go! Lots of everything!

FRI. & SAT., 2211 W. SUNSET OAK DR., ORG., MultiFamily Garage Sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m..

SMALL HOUSE ON A LARGE LOT. Call 886-5545 or 779-1123.

GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE/BAKE SALE - Orange First United Methodist Church, corner of Elm & 6th Street. Friday, June 17 & Saturday, June 18: 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Computers, electronics, tools, yard equipment, dishes, furniture, clothes, games toys, books, cement mixer, videos, & building materials. Bargains abound!

LAND & LOTS 10 ACRE TRACTS, partially cleared, , LCMISD, MMUD water & sewer available, private roadway, Seller Fiance, WOODRIDGE LAND, (409) 745-1115.

SAT., 7 a.m till...? Mauriceville 1/4 mile north of Hwy. 12 on Hwy 62. New and gently worm adult & children clothes. Some furniture, misc. & collectibles.

HORSES WELCOME, Mobiles OK, 10 acre tracts in OFISD, seller may finance, WOODRIDGE LAND, (409) 745-2273.

SAT., 650 SUNCREST, BC, off Hwy 1442, Multi-Family Sale! 8 Till ? New Malibu pilates (complete set), dishes, curtains, sheets, jewelry, shoes, lots of books.

SELLER FINANCE, 1.7 to 16 acre tracts, LCM schools, MMUD warer & sewer available, some with built-up pad sites, Mobiles & livestock Ok, WOODRIDGE LAND, (409) 745-2273.

SAT., JEWEL CORMIER PARK, OF, on Hwy 1442 by R.R., 7 till noon. Many items in this 17 family sale. This is a fund raising sale for the Orangefield Sophisticat Drill Team.

SAT., 622 CAMELIA AVE., ORANGE, 7 till ? Come See! Way too much to list!

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SAT., 197 LAFITTE, BC, off W. Roundbunch in Sylvan Glades, 7 till 4. Almost everything available! Benefit for my daughter, Ravyn Wiegard’s kidney transplant.

‘02 VW PASSAT, V-8, P/S/W, auto, 4 dr., cold A/C, runs & drives excellent, excellent stereo system, 69K miles, $6,900 OBO, see at “All In One Tire”, Texas Ave., BC, call (409) 474-2260 to see and drive.

SATURDAY, 7906 SANDRA LN. MAURICEVILLE. 8a - 2p, lots of items available. Small table and 4 chairs, clothes, rocking horse, way to much to list.

‘02 TOYOTA COROLLA. Runs great and gets excellent gas mileage; automatic, 4 door, CD player, airconditioning, keyless entry.

109K miles. $5,300. Call 409-886-5415.

‘98 CHEROKEE CLASSIC. 3 yrs old. Std body & fair for parts. Call Dee at 658-5225.

SAT. 7am-until.Tools, fishing rods,Victor gauges, exercise equip, nice womens and mens clothes, shoes,houseware items, printers, and much more. 2791 E Norman Cir, Orange. (Off 105 between HWY 87 and HWY 62).

Solid Rock Bapt. Church Garage Sale on Friday in front of Big Lots on MacArthur Drive. 7 a.m. to noon.

Clothing for whole family, shoes, Christian books, pies and tea cakes.

MOTORCYCLES ETC. MADAMI

evacuation.. Must see to appreciate quality. Call 409-745-0537 evenings for appointment to see, or leave message and will return call. IF YOU SEE IT, YOU’LL BUY IT. Also, e-mail at straydawg7763244yahoo.com.

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2 FIXER - UPPERS: 3614 Kenwood, Orange, 3/1/1; 3900 A.W. Liprie, Orange, 2/1.5/2. Owner can finance, no credit check, legal contract, call Deborah @ (409) 920-2686.

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1512 Strickland Dr., Orange, call (409) 779-4289 or Cindy @ 994-5503 for details.

GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUGHLOVE is a self help parents support group for parents of children displaying unacceptable behavior.

Meets every Tues. at 7 pm. at Immaculate Conception education building, 4100 Lincoln (corner of Lincoln & Washington) in Groves. For more information call 9620480.

AT. ST. PAUL UNITED METHODIST you can experience the warmth of friendly people, beautiful music, and inspiring sermons. Join us at 1155 W. Roundbunch Rd., BC each Sunday at 8:15 AM or 10:45 AM for worship experience at 9:30 AM for Sunday School. You’ll be glad you came, and so will we!

SUICIDE RESCUE of Orange County. Suicide is not the answer, give us a chance, 769-4044 Vidor.

LEGAL NOTICES DOMESTIC CITATION BY PUBLICATION/PC - CDVPPCWD THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: Jeremiah Noland, Respondent: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. You may employ an attorney.

If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M. on the Monday next following the expiration of 20 days after you were served this citation and petition, a default judgement may be taken against you.

The petition of Glen M Teal, Petitioner, was filed in the County Court at Law #2 of Orange County, Texas, on MARCH 11, 2011, against Jeremiah Noland, numbered 110250-D, and entitled IN THE INTEREST OF FLOYD BISHOP NOLAND A CHILD. The suit requests ORIGINAL PETITION IN SUIT AFFECTING THE P/C RELATIONSHIP. The date and place of birth of the child/ren who are the subject of the suit: FLOYD BISHOP NOLAND JASPER, TEXAS

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DOMESTIC CITATION BY PUBLICATION/PC - CDVPPCWD THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: Taryn Nicole Capps, Respondent: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. You may employ an attorney.

If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M. on the Monday next following the expiration of 20 days after you were served this citation and petition, a default judgement may be taken against you.

The petition of Claude M Stephenson, Jr., Petitioner, was filed in the County Court at Law #2 of Orange County, Texas, on JUNE 2, 2011, against Taryn Nicole Capps, numbered 110390D, and entitled IN THE INTEREST OF BRAXTON MARKUM STEPHENSON A CHILD. The suit requests FIRST AMD PETITION IN SUIT AFFECTING THE P/C RELATIONSHIP. The date and place of birth of the child/ren who are the subject of the suit: BRAXTON MARKUM STEPHENSON ORANGE, TEXAS

DECEMBER 7, 2010

The Court has authority in this suit to enter any judgment or decree in the child/ren's interest which will be binding upon you, including the termination of the parent-child relationship, the determination of paternity and the appointment of a conservator with authority to consent to the child's adoption.

ISSUED AND GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court at Orange, Texas this June 6, 2011.

VICKIE EDGERLY, District Clerk Orange County, Texas By: Charlean

Lindsey

Deputy

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, June 15, 2011

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