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Vol. 57 No. 25

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Week of Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Commissioners sort out cafeteria plan David Ball

For The Record

There was some “concerns” and “confusion” on one agenda item at the meeting of the Orange County Commissioners Court on the afternoon of October 20. Precinct 2 Commissioner Barry Burton was absent. Douglas Manning, assistant county attorney, said the following when addressing approving the implementation date for either the calendar year or the fiscal year of the cafeteria plan. The calendar years runs from January 1 through December 31. The fiscal year runs from September 30 through October 1. He said traditionally the plan ran during the calendar year. By shifting it from September through October, there may be some overlap in benefits that do not expire in December. The county’s cafeteria plan is

approved by the IRS and confirmed to run from January through December. John Banken, Precinct 3 commissioner, Manning said the personnel policy doesn’t read one way or the other. Manning said the policy said it will be for the calendar year. “We shouldn’t have to change it,” Manning said. “We need to send a notice to the employees they have the opportunity to opt out.” Banken said Human Resources needs to work on this and this won’t be any extra costs to the employees. Any changes will be effective Jan. 1, 2016. The commissioners approved a lease with the Or-

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Orange County students attended the first-ever meeting of Boots and Bridle 4-H Club on Monday night at the T2 Arena in Orange. The purpose of the club is to educate the youth about horses and introduce new horse concepts and horsemanship. RECORD PHOTO: Lawrence Trimm

OC kids not horsing around David Ball

For The Record

Logan Russell, age 13 and a student at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Orange, gets fingerprinted and photographed at Operation Kidsafe at Sabine River Ford on October 17. Should a child become lost, or even worse, kidnapped, the parent would call 911 and let law enforcement know they have an Operation Kidsafe document. The police department will know how to handle it from there. RECORD PHOTO: David Ball

Dealership sponsors child safety program David Ball

For The Record

It’s not just younger children who need to be fingerprinted and photographed in the event that something goes awry. Take for instance Logan Russell. Logan is a 13-year-old student at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Orange. He attended the Operation Kidsafe screening sponsored by Sabine River Ford at the dealership with his mother, Michelle, on October 17. Michelle said her husband heard about the screening and recommended their son be fingerprinted and photographed again. “He’s done it before when he was little. He’s grown and changed. We thought it was time to do it again,” she said. The Operation Kidsafe system, procedure and layout

were developed using consultants from the FBI, police officials and fingerprinting experts, according to their website. Using the latest all digital systems they capture the fingerprints of each hand along with a full digital head and shoulder photograph. The above information is then printed on hard copy and handed to parent for safe keeping. There is an area on the document for parents to update with a current photo. Operation Kidsafe will not ask for any personal information. They recommend children one year of age and older. They can, however, often times get readable prints on younger babies for parents who want to give it a try. Pat Camfield, general manager at Sabine River Ford, said a current picture of the child OPERATION Page 3A

Though horseless carriages are everywhere one group of people in Orange County are working to ensure the art of horsemanship will stick around for a new generation. Boots and Bridle 4-H Club is a brand new horse club in Orange County. Their first meeting was on the evening of October 19 at the T2 Arena in Orange. Fifteen students, ranging in age from 10 to 16, attended the meeting. Most of the students were girls with one or two boys attending from Orangefield ISD, Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD, and Bridge City ISD. Christina Ritter, County 4-H agent and organizer, said the purpose of the club is to educate the youth about horses and introduce new horse concepts and horsemanship skills. She added even those who don’t have a horse can still learn the basics. “To bring in more youth to equine concepts and introducing them to the basics. Eventually we would like for them competing in events in horsemanship projects,” Ritter said.

The 4-H Horse Project in Texas offers activities in horsemanship, horse development, and training. The objectives are: 1. To attain a broad knowledge of the 4-H project and related activities as to the way they improve family and community life. 2. Acquire life skills through project participation essential for becoming an active, skilled, productive, and responsible citizen. 3. Adopt and apply the latest practices and research findings in the project area to everyday project experiences and work. 4. Develop an understanding from 4-H project training and experiences which can assist you in the future for choosing and preparing for a job. 5. Develop leadership skills that promote positive youth development. Some of the career opportunities are: veterinarian, rehabilitation therapist, riding instructor, veterinary technician, artificial inseminator, bloodstock agent, identifier, rodeo professional, station manager, show manager, show secretary, judge, trainer farm manager, mounted police officer, breed-

Christina Ritter organizes a group of Orange County young people participating in Boots and Bridle 4-H Club. RECORD PHOTO: Larry Trimm

er, hot walker, farrier, and pony person. Life skills targeted in the horse project are: Head- managing: Keeping records and goal setting. Head- thinking: Service learning, critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, and learning to learn. Heart- relating: Communication, cooperation, and social skills. Hands- giving: Community service volunteering, leader-

ship, and responsible citizenship. Hands- working: Marketable skills, teamwork, and self-motivation. Health- being: Self-esteem, self-responsibility, character, and self-discipline. Health- living: Healthy lifestyle choices, stress management, disease prevention, and personal safety.

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Pinehurst receives Dollar Tree fire report David Ball

For The Record

The Pinehurst City Council received a step by step account about the fire at the Dollar Tree on Strickland Drive that occurred on October 14 at their regular meeting on the evening of October 20 after Councilman Dan Mohon asked for a report. Mayor Pete Runnels was absent from the meeting. Shon Brannon, chief of the Pinehurst Volunteer Fire Department, reported the call went out that morning at 7:13 a.m. He was on the scene at 7:20 a.m. Fire was was seen on the exterior of the building. Crews began unrolling the five-inch hoses to attack the

fire. Bridge City, Little Cypress, and West Orange provided mutual aid to ensure there’s was enough personnel Mohon there. They first attacked the overhang of the building and “knocked down real quick,” he said. The way the building was structured served as a type of tunnel for the smoke to travel. Little Cypress firefighters cut access to the roof for ventilation. Brannon said they were fortunate the Dollar Tree manager arrived when she did be-

cause four employees were in the back of the store working stock and they may had not made it to the front because of the smoke. Kam Wah Restaurant next door suffered some smoke and they also had a gas leak that was later repaired. The H&R Block, also next door, moved to Beaumont for the present time. Mi Casa had “a little smoke,” but they still stayed opened. In fact, the restaurant fed the firefighters that day. J. Scott A Florist had little damage. “Everyone was very professional. They done a real fine job,” Brannon said. Fire Marshal Bryant Champagne of the Orange County Emergency Services District

#1 investigated later that day and determined it was an electrical fire in origin. Brannon said if the fire happened earlier that morning the store would had lost much more than it did. The Dollar Tree is still closed for business. Harry Vine, code enforcement officer, estimates it will take six to eight weeks to open because the entire facade must come down. City Manager Robbie Hood told Brannon he and the firefighters did a great job. In other reports, Hood said city water and street personnel have been doing maintenance and lawn work around city

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, October 21, 2015

OCSO deputy Janois Strause devoted to children and career Editors note; this is part of an ongoing series into the lives of local police officers. The intention is to build a good line of communication between the officers and the public in light of recent headlines in cities across the nation.

nearly two years, Mark, has two children which are very important to her. Over the years, Strause finds herself relying more on her faith. Her faith has helped carry her through some tough times in her personal life. She is a member of the Bridgepoint Fellowship Church. Her daughter, Ashlyn has followed in her footsteps in more than one way. Ashlyn hosts a weekly Bible study with a group. Plus, Ashlyn is currently an investigations assistant at the Jefferson County District Attorneys Office. Like her mother she loves

Debby Schamber For The Record

For 25 years Janois Strause has been a devoted employee of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and still finds her adrenaline pumping when going to a crime scene. It is her goal to put the pieces of the puzzle together, to find the truth and see justice served. “i am not on the downside of my career,” she said. “I am on the best side of my career.” During her career, Strause has done little bit of everything. The petite redhead has worked undercover in more ways than one. She has been involved in investigations where she portrayed a victim. But, the one that brings a smile to her face is when she had to put on a unusual costume. Strause literally had big shoes to fill, and furry too, when she wore the costume as McGruff the crime fighting dog. She said she did it because of the importance of the program. Stause has always been passionate about her job and nothing has changed. She currently works as an investigator in the forensics and identification unit. At the forensics unit she is in charge of the intake, processing and storage of all evidence submitted by the sheriff’s office. Part of the duties include cell phone examinations. She also does fingerprint examinations. Strause is part of the HIT team which is the Homicide Investigation Team and the Hostage Negotiation Team During her career she taught

Orange County Sheriff’s Office Investigator, Janois Strause, (right) is enjoying some time with her two children. Ashlyn is 22 years old and a recent graduate of the University of Texas. Cody is 11 years old and is into computers and football.

the DARE program. Over years she has had the first kids she taught bring their kids to the program. In addition, she has been a range officer. Strause also worked drug interdiction. “i have had a fun and rewarding career,” she said. “For the most part I have enjoyed it.” Strause has devoted her life to her job and her children. Ashlyn is 22 years old and a recent graduate of the University of Texas. Cody is 11 years old and is into computers and football. Over the years, the single mother has noticed a shift in her focus. Her job is still very important, but as the children have grown and her day ends she is ready to go home to be with her family. “i see my job as my job and I still take pride in it but my focus has shifted to my kids,” Strause said. “I think more of what I need to instill in them and what will direct them in the path of life.” She shares custody of Cody with his father who is also a police officer. Her boyfriend of

a challenge. Ashlyn has plans to follow her mother’s career path and become an investigator. “She’s a female in a male dominated field and she rocks it,” Ashlyn said. However, she added the most influential thing she has gained from her mother is her faith. “She always told me to have faith and it would all work out,” Ashlyn said. It won’t be long until Cody will follow in his parent’s footsteps. He has already tried his hand at investigating issues involving his friends.

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Boots and Bridles 4H Other organizers/volunteers are: Ashlee Krebs, county agriculture agent; Ron and Becky Hutchinson, Deven Michael, and Vilyne Kepley. Ritter takes care of the management side of things such as organizing meetings, training, finances, etc. to make sure the club is working and functioning. “We’re here for the kids,” Ritter said. “Maybe they can be a part of this later when they grow up. “The only way these clubs can function is through the volunteers. If tit wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t function. We’re looking for volunteers. They do our leg work.” “We’re here for the kids,” Ritter said. “Maybe they can be a part of this later when they grow up. “The only way these clubs can function is through the volunteers. If tit wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t function. We’re looking for volunteers. They do our leg work.” Krebs, the “horse guru” ac-

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Councilman Mike Anderson asked Hood the status of the sewer project on Lark Street. He said crews will start busting pipes on October 22 and they have 60 days to complete the job. Hood said residents on the street should have better sewer and repaved streets after they are done. Councilwoman Sarah McClendon asked Hood about the trash pickup in the city. Hood said they just signed a three-

Operation Kidsafe would be easier to use. Should a child become lost, or even worse, kidnapped, the parent would call 911 and let law enforcement know they have an Operation Kidsafe document. The police department will know how to handle it from there. Don’t forget that the focus of this event is education. With the Operation Kidsafe safety tips, children can avoid many compromising situations. Parents take the document home, keep it available 24 hours a day. If there is ever an emergency, hand the form to law enforcement. “It is the perfect time for parents to cover these tips with their children and start a family safety action plan,” it read. As long as the child is with a trusted adult, Operation Kidsafe will provide the service free and private to every family. This service can only be done on site at a local event. Children, grandchildren or an

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cording to Ritter, and the other volunteers are hands-on and teach the students horsemanship. “It’s a team effort,” Ritter said. By joining the Boots and Bridle 4-H Club, students have an opportunity to participate in horse quiz bowls, attend educational presentation competitions, horse judging, in addition to learning horsemanship. “It’s about gaining skills and competing,” she said. “There’s scholarships for seniors who have been involved in 4-H for a number of years. They can apply for a scholarship before they graduate from high school. They can use the skills they’ve gained going into college.” There are also 4-H events throughout the state at different levels the students can grow into and participate. Ritter said everyone has a great time at the first meeting. They’ll soon be electing officers. They also performed a safety skit and students are already learning the Orange County students attended the first-ever meeting of Boots and Bridle 4-H Club on Monday night at the T2 Arena in Orange. basics of horsemanship. RECORD PHOTO: Larry Trimm

Pinehurst Council hall. In fact, they mowed the lawn on Friday, October 16 before opening. It took them one-and-a-half hours to complete the work. They also bleached and washed the exterior of city hall and they plan to re-stripe the parking lot, front and back, and make the spaces wider. They will rope off areas so people may still drive around. “Preventive maintenance goes a long way,” he said.

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entire school can be registered. The only record of the visit goes home with the family. The parents get the 8-1/2 x 11 printout with the child’s fingerprints and photo. This document also has safety tips and helps families start a safety action plan. Also, Operation Kidsafe offers this to anyone including special needs adults that are at risk. “This document would make it very simple for the authorities to publish (as they deem necessary) for distribution and entry into the National Crime Computer,” according to the website. Some safety tips from Operation Kid Safe and Sabine River Ford is the biggest myth surrounding dangers to children come from strangers. In the majority of cases, the perpetrator is someone the parents may be in a position of trust or responsibility to the child and family.

County business

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angefield Water Supply Corporation to construct and maintain an elevated water storage tank and water well on the site. The action shall include the authorization of the county engineer to work with terms and conditions as are necessary for the benefit of the parties. Clark Slacum, county engineer, said the OWSC wants to expand their facilities to the northwest area near the Orange County Expo & Convention Center on FM 1442. He said there was a location owned by the county they could use near the detention pond on Lawrence Road. It must be a 40-year lease and the water tower could serve the Expo Center and the surrounding community. Jody Crump, Precinct 4 commissioner, asked if the county should push for service to the Expo Center too since they will be leasing land from the county. Banken said the county needs to get this deal accomplished first so they can receive grants. “Time is running out,” he said. “In case of an emergency the elevated tank, the water well and the generator will be a win-win for the county and the Orangefield Water Supply Corporation.” He also thanked Slacum, Manning, and County Judge Brint Carlton for their work. Crump said at least the county could negotiate the Expo Center. David Dubose, Precinct 1 commissioner, said Orange County said this won’t be a deal breaker. The court issued a resolution for the Indigent Defense Grant Program for 2016. Counties are eligible to receive grants from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission to provide improvements in indigent defense services in the county. The county judge will be the authorized official to apply for, accept, decline, modify, or cancel the grant application and all other necessary documents to accept the grant. The county auditor is designated as the financial officer for this grant. Some other points to the resolution this grant will assist the county in the implementation and the improvement of the indigent criminal defense services and the commissioners court has agreed in the event of loss or misuse of the funds, Orange County Commissioners assures the funds will be returned in full to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission.

year extended contract with Republic Services. New receptacles are on order and should arrive the first of the year. Trash pickup will remain two times a week. Councilman T.W. Permenter asked about can liners for the new receptacles. Hood said the liners cost $85 for a case of 1,000 trash bags which are $.09 a bag. The liners will come from Republic. Permenter also said citizens have been asking him why the city is building a dog track at the old Maximum Effects

beauty shop on Park Avenue and the senior park on Park Avenue hasn’t started yet. Hood said a committee will be formed and a plan then put in place before building. In other city business, the council adopted an ordinance denying a rate increase request from Entergy Texas. Attorney Tommy Gunn reported attorneys are representing a consortium of cities across Texas. They suggest approving the ordinance which would deny the rate increase. Gunn said this is a typical pro-

Parents should choose opportunities or teachable moments to reinforce safety skills. If an incident occurs in the community, and the child asks about it, speak frankly but with reassurance. Explain to children you want to discuss the safety rules with them so they will know what to do if they are ever confronted with a difficult situation. They recommend safety nets are in place so children will know there is always someone who can help them. Other safety tips for children who are home alone include: 1. Keeping the doors and windows locked. 2. Not opening them to anyone they don’t know and

trust. 3. Speaking through a closed door or peephole. 4. Never telling anyone they are home alone. 5. Immediately calling their parents or a neighbor if they are afraid. 6. Keeping emergency telephone numbers by the phone. 7. If the person doesn’t leave, calling 911 or “O” for operator. 8. Don’t hang up until they are told to do so; listen for instructions. If children are lost: 1. Staying calm and alert. 2. Staying where you are and think. 3. Parents or the child’s group may be looking for the child.

cedure from Entergy. The council also approved an interlocal agreement with the city of Orange to extend the contract of Attorney Tim Richardson. Hood said the U.S. Justice Department awarded a $20.8 billion fine against BP Deepwater Horizon for the oil spill in 2010. Of that amount, $4.9 billion went to the five Gulf states affected and $1 billion to local governments. Pinehurst, along with other Orange County cities, is interested in using the funding to 4. Giving searchers a chance to find them. 5. If no one arrives soon, looking for a police officer or other trusted adult. 6. Knowing their address and phone number. 7. Finding a telephone and dialing 911. 8. (Pay phones are free for 911 calls. Furthermore, children should always check first with a trusted adult before they go anywhere, accept anything, or get into a car with anyone. This applies to older children as well. They should not go out alone and should always take a friend with them when they go places or play outside. It’s okay to say no if someone tries to touch them or

build a regional wastewater treatment plant. They also have other projects on the “wish list.” The amount of the awards are based on population. City Secretary Debbie Cormier was reappointed for one year. Mohon said Cormier does an “outstanding job” and the city is glad to have her. Many on the council seconded those sentiments. Councilman John Zerko thanked her for her service and he was glad to have her another year. treats them in a way that makes them feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused and to get out of the situation as quickly as possible. Children need to know they can tell parents or a trusted adult if they feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused. Children need to know there will always be someone to help them, and they have the right to be safe. Tricia Slaughter, internet sales manager at the dealership, said the Ford Motor Company continues to give back to the community. “The safety of our children are our top priority,” Slaughter said. “We not just sell vehicles; we’re building relationships with our community.”

• The Record • Week of Wednesday,October 21, 2015

From The Creaux’s Nest BENGHAZI AND BIDEN IN THE NEWS The big deal on the tube this week will be Hillary Clinton and the special house committee investigating Benghazi. It’s a witch hunt. After $4.5 million spent andClinton exonerated seven times, the committee controlled by Republicans, has their tail in a crack after being exposed by Kevin McCarthy. Their main goal was to destroy Hillary but now they are put in a position to try to save face. Regardless of what the findings, they will never exonerate her fully. Some way they will spin it so it’s negative. By now, the American people see it for what it is. The hearings start Thursday.*****Vice-president Joe Biden is playing cat and mouse. I see it as a mistake for him because I don’t believe he can win. He’s quite capable and far more qualified than any in the Republican slate. His ego might win out. It’s not a good thing for Hillary or the Democratic Party. I don’t know where he will carve his notch. He can’t go to the left of Hillary, that’s where Bernie Sanders is. He can’t go to the right of Hillary, that’s where Republicans are. He can’t pull enough away from either one to give him a winning percentage. His best bet is to stay a respected statesman, make plenty of money, enjoy life and the family, otherwise it will get brutal.*****On another note, our former congressman, Kevin Brady, is in line to be the next chairman of the Ways and Means Committee if Paul Ryan accepts the speakership That will be a political mistake for him if he has other aspirations, the speakership is a grave yard. I think he’s too smart to do it.*****Well, I’d best get going. I’m going to watch some baseball then wait on the World Series. Hop on board and come along, I promise it won’t do you no harm. KIRK GOES TO THE OVEN (TURNING UP THE HEAT) Thursday, October 22, 6 p.m., at the Bridge City Community Center, Mayor Kirk Roccaforte will be in the oven. A good group of roasters are lined up to turn on the heat on Kirk. Former County Judge Carl Thibodeaux says he’s loading both barrels. Judge Don Burgess and Bobbie are coming down from Central Texas to cook the mayor. They both know plenty on him. Bobbie served with Kirk on the city council and she also served as mayor. You can bet Donnie won’t cut him any slack. Kevin Mott and David Ess are both nice guys but those are the kind you have to fear the most. They never show their cards so you never know what to expect. Now here is the real kicker, Mike Hatton is the MC. He’s a Bridge City native from a pioneer family. We first met Mike when he was a 15 year old waiter at the then famous Wayside Inn Restaurant. He’s a great guy who grew up to be one of Uncle Walter’s banking executives. He can’t get too excited or his stammering will kick in. Kirk best look out for this poison tongued- cold blooded banker. Roccaforte is no pansy. He’s been to the soap box many times and won’t miss the opportunity to pull a knife and stick it in anyone who attacks him. He’s from a Port Arthur, Italian family, and those folks go all the way back to Sicily where playing rough was born. Icing on the cake would be if they gave Shirley just three minutes to make a guest appearance. Also added is a sports memorabilia silent auction. The food, prepared by Chef Van Choate and his Hush Puppy crew will be awesome. Van learned to cook from his Italian grandmother who barely spoke English. He is serious when it comes to food. It should be a great night. Tickets are still available at $50 each with all proceeds going to benefit the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce. Contact them for tickets. Only a few left for Thursday’s fun blood letting. I hear Donnie will stand tall. TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2005 Rita arrived just over a month ago and devastation is still everywhere. Because of the drought the burn ban in effect hasn’t helped home owners clean property. Many businesses have been destroyed. The destruction is countywide. Dr. Albert Pugh’s Bridge City animal hospital, where he has practiced since 1976, was totally destroyed. Damages will be near $400,000. He had moved all the animals to Mauriceville where he has a stable. He stayed with the horses and small animals throughout the storm. Pugh will have to rebuild. He has rented portable buildings and hopes to provide veterinary service by the end of October. The Frame and Art Co., owned by Barry and Anita Murchison and her mother Shirley Cone, was destroyed. They are waiting for insurance adjusters. Mrs. Cone suffered a heart attack during evacuation. Meanwhile, they wait to see what their next move will be. Bridge City Chamber president Julia Myers says, “All of the businesses in the B.C. and Orangefield area suffered various forms of damage from Rita.” Orange County has about completed clean up while some of the other counties are just getting started. Judge Thibodeaux said that Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchinson was a big help. (Editor’s note: Because of Ike that arrived three years later and brought all the water, our minds are dulled to the vast destruction left by Rita. It was far more reaching then Ike.) Attorney Sharon Bearden opened his practice out of a mobile home. Wilson and V.J. Roberts are looking for a place to relocate. Rev. Leo’s church, as well as most churches, took a

bad blow. Meanwhile, Allen Bendy is in St. Mary Hospital. He had to have hip surgery. Jarvis Buckley was hit hard at the family fabrication shop on Green Ave. in Orange.*****Tony Houseman underwent 11-hours of surgery. He says that’s his last rodeo, it’s just too hard on Gislea.*****Two homecomings to be held this week. Bridge City meets Hamshire-Fannette and Orangefield will host West Orange-Stark. Both games will be played at 2 p.m.*****Time Warner Cable and KUIL Fox 64 invite citizens to come watch the Astros Tuesday and Wednesday night at the Lutcher Theater. Grab a hot dog and drink free of charge. We’re not going to let Rita keep us from watching the Astros play in the World Series. Many folks are still homeless while others don’t have a way to watch the games.*****Johnny Dishon and the Bridge City Cardinals defeated Orangefield 28-0 in last weeks Bayou Bowl. This week the Cards beat Anahuac 28-10. Bobcats beat Hardin Jefferson 26-13. Little Cypress-Mauriceville won the first half but lost the game 35-24 to Port Neches-Groves. All day time games.*****GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN: Nadine Mildred Kelly, 84, of Orange, died Sept. 23, in Hillister where she had evacuated from Hurricane Rita.*****Sam Carpenter, 72, died Oct. 17, at his home. A native of Orange, he was a football star at Lamar. He was retired from Dupont. He is survived by his wife Melissa, sons Tommy, Gordon, Frank, Jay, Sam, Jr., daughter Sheena Nicole and their families, several brothers and sisters. He was a great friend to this writer.*****Christine Yocum Wooley, 86, of Orange, died Oct. 18. She was owner of Yocum‘s Photos.*****Richard E. “Dick“ Underwood, 73, of Orange, died Oct. 19. A Korean veteran, he was retired from Firestone.*****Micki Ann, 35 and Kyle Allan Ener, 7, died Wednesday, Oct. 19 in a tragic auto accident. Services were held Oct. 23 at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. She was a secretary for Sims Elementary. Kyle was a first grader.*****Donna Marie Chesson, 53, of Sulphur, died Oct. 20. She lived in Orange County most of her life.*****Barry Edward Bean, 52, of Orange, died Oct. 18. Service was held Oct. 21.*****Paulette Norsworthy Barclay, 62, of Bridge City, died Oct. 22. Those left to cherish her memory are husband Don Barclay, daughter Stacy Richardson, son Dr. Scott Wade Barclay. 40 Years Ago-1975 Tim Hughes messed up an ankle on the tennis court but that hasn’t stopped him from putting all his efforts into the Salvation Army Christmas drive.*****Betty Harmon celebrates a birthday and she got a new home for her special day. She, Corky and the younguns’ moved over the weekend.*****W.T. Oliver, 49, a former State Rep. has announced that he will be a candidate for state senator. The Bridge City resident is seeking the position held by Sen. D. Roy Harrington,who is stepping down at the end of his term. Others expected to run are State Rep. Carl Parker of Port Arthur and Chester Slay of Beaumont.*****Gordon Baxter and state comptroller Bob Bullock got in a shouting match at Archie Fulligm’s day in Kountz. Other big shots attending were former U.S. Sen. Ralph Yarbrough, Cong. Charlie Wilson, Sen. Harrington and Land Commissioner Bob Armstrong. Professor Roy Hamric, of UTA, has published a book onArchie, the famous publisher of the Kountz News.*****Police officer O.D. Brown’s teeth ended up at Bridge City Cleaners. Segura cleans everything. After the teeth were returned, O.D.’s poodle got hold of the upper plate and did $150 worth of damage to the teeth. That wasn’t the first time Brown left stuff in his pockets. Jimmy, not too long ago, washed O.D.’s entire payroll after his check was cashed. Cleanest money in town. Meanwhile, the teeth are in the shop for repair.*****Jack Luther gets the fire knocked from his backside after grabbing a 220 wire.*****Bridge City councilman Shirley Marks is the only male councilman invited by mail to a meeting hosted by Lady Bird Johnson, who is speaking on women in politics. It’s a two-day seminar in Austin. Shirley, turned lose with all those women, is like turning the fox loose in the hen house. They just thought he was a girl. A FEW HAPPENINGS Congrats to Delaney Voegell, chosen 2016 Bridge City High homecoming queen. Also congratulations to West OrangeStark beauty Eriel Jordan, selected to be the Mustang queen.*****Saturday, Oct. 24, is a big day in downtown Orange. A free music festival will be held at the Riverfront Pavilion. Kree Harrison is set to perform. Last time she was scheduled to perform in Orange it was a rainout. Several regional bands will perform from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.. You can’t beat the price for such good entertainment thanks to the Orange EDC. Come out for this fun community happening.*****We ran into Shirley Vicknair while out shopping. She is always so pleasant. She has kept herself busy and said she always looks forward to “The Record.”*****Another of our friends, Gene Brown, is a loyal reader and each week he can almost tell you what‘s in “The Record.” Gene is from a family of early Orange County pioneers and knows a lot of its history. He‘s a good guy.*****Speaking of good folks, we were glad to see Bill Hare from College Station who came to Bealls Department store as manager in 1965. He retired a few years ago. He and Tommy Locke had that store buzzing when Beall‘s used this publication as their local advertising media.*****Jody Raymer stopped in and brought us a box of historical newspapers collected by Ms. Pearl. She says, about her son-in-law, “Jody is such a good boy,” and that he is.*****John Grisham has a new book out, “Rogue Lawyer.” His hero is a defense lawyer named Sebastian Rudd. He works out of a motor vehicle instead of an office. The reviews sound a lot like our late friend Kelly.*****A bevy of Grammy winners will salute Ol‘ Blue Eyes for what would have been his 100th birthday. “Sinatra, All Star Grammy Concert,” is now being taped for broadcast Dec. 6 on CBS. The concert will star Tony Bennett, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Usher, Carrie Underwood and Garth Brooks. I bet Frank was one of 95-year- old Ms. Pearl‘s idols back in the 1940‘s.*****Speaking of music, don‘t forget to get your tickets to the Boogie Kings Bash Friday, Oct. 20, at the VFW Hall. I assure you that it will be a good show and dance. Tickets can be purchased at Swamp Pop Audio and the VFW Hall.*****A few folks we know celebrating their special day. On Oct. 21, One of the prettiest and nicest people I’ve ever known, the late Betty and Earl Drake’s daughter, Vickie Brown, who has made Kansas home for many years, celebrates another year. Also celebrating are Brad Childs, George Fleming, John Cecil Beeson, Cory Moreau and Jennie Hutchison. They share birthdays with Kim Kardashian, 34, actress Carrie Fisher, 58, Judge Judy Sheindlin, 72 and Israel leader Benjamin Netanyahu, 65.*****On Oct. 22, celebrating are Roy Farias, Bryan Chauvin, Bob Frank, Kyle Morrell and Becky Carter. They are joined by actors Christopher

Lloyd, 76 and Jeff Goldblum, 62 and country Singer Shelby Lynne, 46.*****Oct. 23 finds our longtime buddy Judge Claude Wimberly celebrating his 81st. today, Also one of Darryl and Greta’s boys, Eric Brinson, is celebrating his big day, along with Thomas Fleming, Sara Ethredge, Larry Myers and John Clark. Celebrities celebrating on this day are soccer player Pele,74, TV host Nancy Grace, 55 and country singer Dwight Yoakam, 58.*****On Oct. 24, longtime Record employee who is like a member of the family, Debbie Fusilier, is a year older. She first came to the OVN at age 15 back in early 1970’s and stayed for over 30 years. Best wishes Deb, we miss you. Also celebrating is a great friend, Don’s better half, Mary Stanton. She’s one of those who gets better with age. Dale Morris and Tammy Scales, also are celebrating on this day. Joining them are actor Kevin Kline, 67 and Rolling Stones guitarist Bill Wyman, 78.*****Oct. 25 finds one of the OVN pioneers, Sandi Mobley Huckabay, having a birthday. Also Mary Chamblee, Roy Lee Helton and Rachel Sanders. Celebrities celebrating on this day are singers Katy Perry, 30, and Helen Reddy, 73. This is also the day Doug Harrington passed away in 2013. *****On Oct. 26, celebrating are Toni Dyer, Evan Swenson and Hunter Smith. They are joined by country singer Keith Urban, 47, politician Hillary Clinton, 67 and game show host Pat Sajak, 68 and actress Julia Roberts, 48. Also Clay Dunn was born on this day in 1893 in Rising Star, Texas.*****On Oct. 27, A very special lady, Pearl Myers Burgess, turns 95. We’re happy to report the poet is doing quite well. Her mind is sharp and its just her wheels that are not as good since breaking a hip. However she can do most anything that any youngster can do. She reports she got a nice card and note from Sen. Nichols this week. Also celebrating Tuesday is a special friend of many years, a person who dedicated her life to civic endeavors and caring for Corky, We wish Betty Harmon a very special happy birthday. Joining them on this day are country singer Lee Greenwood, 72 and actor John Cleese, 75. Happy birthday to all.*****We visited with Bobby Vincent and Brandy Slaughter also came by. Brandy was kidding Bobby, something about a motorcycle. I had forgotten about he and Pam’s famous motorcycle ride. Bobby pirated a lot of our Cajun stories and folks brag on him for knowing so many Cajun jokes.*****A big expansion is taking place at La Cantina Mexican Grill on MacArthur Dr. A large veranda has been added on the front and several large palm trees planted. Now the parking area is being doubled. Construction on the lot behind Shipley’s Do-nut and other businesses is now in progress. *****If bull rider J.B. Mauney can win the PBR world finals this week in Vegas, held Wednesday through Sunday, he will make $6 million in career earnings. I bet he’s earned every penny,*****The Wednesday Lunch Bunch will dine at Luigi’s this week and Robert’s next. Everyone always welcome. CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Joe Comeaux had been working for weeks without a day off. He knew wit da seasonal workload, his boss Sostan, would not allow him to take time off. Finally he figure if he act crazy him, Sostan would give him a few days off. Joe him, he hang upside down on da ceiling and made funny noises. Marie Boudreaux, a co-worker, not too bright her, but she’s Sostan’s sister-in-law and his wife made him give her a job. Marie axe Joe, “Wat he was doing hanging dere?” He said, “I’m pretending to be a light bulb me.” Sostan walked in and axe, “Joe, wat you doing hanh?” “Me, I’m a light bulb,” Joe answer. Sostan say, “Joe, you stressed out, go home and rest up for a couple days.” Joe jumped down and walked out of da office and Marie, her, followed Joe out. Sostan yell at her,” Where you tink you going you?” Marie answer, “I’m going home me, how you expect me to work in da dark, hanh?” C’EST TOUT There are 766,000 Texans who fall into the so called Medicaid coverage gap. The highest in the nation. They earn too much to qualify for the state’s strict Medicaid threshold but not enough to meet the criteria for financial assistance through the Affordable Care Act. market place. In all, more than 4.4 million Texans are without health care, the highest number and rate in the nation. With only weeks to go until the new enrollment period opens nationwide nearly half of the uninsured are eligible for Medicaid or subsidized coverage. Not in Texas. In Texas only 11 percent of the uninsured, just under 500,000, mostly children, could be getting Medicaid under Obama Care. Billions of dollars would come to Texas under Medicaid’ expansion. However, Texas and 20 other Republican controlled states chose not to expand Medicaid, turning down the money that would be returned to their state. Now that leaves a large gap of uninsured caught between the two income eligibility lines. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has refused to expand Medicaid. The program would also offer a savings to counties for indigent care. Orange County last year, spent nearly $500,000 but the cost could go as high as a million. Small hospitals in rural communities could be saved. It just doesn’t make any sense to intentionally hurt the poor by not offering health insurance, on principle, just because a Democratic Administration came up with a health plan to help poor families and children. It seems to me that the less fortunate among us are always the ones who get screwed in the end.*****I’ve got to get out of here. I thank you for your time. Please read us cover to cover and shop our family of advertisers when you can. They support your local hometown newspaper, brought to you free of charge. We cover the local happenings. Think about if we were not around, many events, such as schools, churches and civic endeavors would go without coverage and publicity. Be sure to check us out on the web at therecordlive.com for up to date, 24/7 news. Take care and God bless.

The Record • Week of Wednesday, October 21, 2015 •

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome Fresh Prep LLC to its membership. Fresh Prep is locally owned and operated by Carrie Richard. Richard and her team specialize in ready-made clean, healthy meals to go. They take the stress out of meal planning and preparation and have plans that include breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. For more information call or check them out on Facebook at .

St. Mary Catholic School 2nd grade students got into costume and had props to perform for the entire student body, staff and family the history of Johnny Appleseed. Students had specific parts and told the story behind his name. Students also made homemade applesauce during the day to explore the process. The second grade teacher is Mrs. Suzy Wimberley. Community Christian School’s 7th grade student, Bryant Jacobs, gave a lesson on arrow heads that were found by his family. The 7th grade science class is currently studying geology.

POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Fisher announces as candidate My name is Karen Fisher and I am a candidate for Orange County Tax Assessor. I am married to Joe Fisher. We have eight children and fourteen grandchildren. I attend Friendship Bible Baptist Church in Vidor, and have lived in Orange County for the past 42 years. I have worked in the Orange County Tax Office for 23 years, most of that time I have worked in the Vidor Tax Office. e past 15 years I have been the office manager/supervisor in the Vidor office. I have an Associates Degree in Accounting, and I am the only candidate with these qualifications. I served on the Board of Directors for the

Greater Orange Chapter of the American Red Cross. Although it is not required to be certified to become a Tax Assessor Collector, I am now in the process of finalizing my certification to become Tax Assessor Collector. My main emphasis will be that customer service is a priority. I would like to see the Orange and Vidor Tax Office have a more Customer friendly atmosphere. I want to make the office a place where you enjoy coming to conduct your business. A place where the employees want to go to work, and enjoy what they are doing. We have to be there for 8 hours, let’s have fun and make it an enjoyable experience for you

the customer, as well as the employee. Ms. Gunstream is leaving behind a good group of professional women. She will be a hard person to replace and will be deeply missed. I am looking forward to continuing her leadership qualities. If you agree with me, and want to have a Tax Oﬃce that treats customers with respect, a smile, and make them feel important, I would greatly appreciate your support. I am asking for your vote in the upcoming Primary Election March 1, 2016. I would like to thank you for your support and may God Bless.

Community Christian School 8th grader, Hunter Johnston, represented CCS in the Tournament Of Champions for the Golden Triangle First Tee in Beaumont. His team placed third.

The Record • Week of Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Orange County Church Directory To List Your Church’s Upcoming Events And Fundraisers In The Record Newspapers and on TheRecordLive.com email to news@therecordlive.com

Trunk or Treat

First United Methodist Church will be hosting a Trunk or Treat (Inside the Praise Center) this Wednesday, October 28th at 5:30. We are located at the Corner of 5th Street and Elm in Orange, Games and Candy….Lots of Fun!!! Everyone Welcome

Wesley UMC celebrates fall festival

Wesley United Methodist Church, 401 North 37th St., Orange, will be celebrating their fall festival on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 2–4 p.m. There will be hayrides, games, trunk or treat, food and a new feature, the safari bus. Come dressed up in your costumes.

Good Shepherd to host pecan fundraiser

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Bridge City has started their annual Durham-Ellis nut and products fundraiser. This fundraiser supports their music program, which provides scholarships to music major students at our colleges and universities. This year they are selling pecan halves 1 lb. bag for $8.75, pecan pieces 1 lb. bag for $8.25, walnut halves and pieces 1 lb. bag for $8.25, roasted cashews 1 lb. bag for $ 6.75, raw almonds 1 lb. bag for $6.50, trash mix 1 lb. bag for $ 3.50, hot and spicy peanuts 1 lb. bag for $ 2.50, peanut brittle 7 oz. bag for $ 3.50 and frosted praline pecan 12 oz. bag for $8.75 . You can place your order by calling one of the following ladies: Tana @ 735-2044, Grace @ 617-9531, Pat @ 626-2585, or Kathy @ 988-5292.

Area pastors invited to luncheon West Orange – Cove CISD would like to invite area pastors to attend a pastor luncheon at 11:30 am, on Wednesday, Oct. 28. This event will provide the opportunity to fellowship and share information. The luncheon will be at the WOCCISD Educational Service Center, 902 W. Park Avenue, Orange. Pastors should contact the WOCCISD Superintendent’s Office at 882-5600 to confirm attendance by Monday, Oct. 26 at 12:00 p.m.

Bring lawn chairs, umbrellas and bottled water, but please come to pray. Your participation will make a difference as those in attendance pray for an end to abortion, euthanasia and assisted suicide in our country.

St. Mary Altar Society to hold gift shop luncheon The Saint Mary Altar Society Annual Gift Shop and Luncheon will be held on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 9 am-2 pm in the Saint Mary Catholic Church Parish Hall, located at 912 W. Cherry. There will be homemade baked and canned goods, crafts, Christmas gifts galore, frozen entrees prepared by the ladies, a silent auction, Mrs. Santa’s Workshop, and much more. A Gumbo Luncheon will be served from 11 am-1 pm. Take-out is available, with containers furnished, and there is delivery available on orders of five or more. For delivery, call by Nov. 17. The $8 meal consists of gumbo and rice, potato salad, crackers, drink, and a dessert. Bring a friend and browse, shop and eat.

Orangefield UPC to hold Bible study on the end times Each Wednesday at 7:00 pm, the Orangefield United Pentecostal Church will be hosting a bible study series, “Understanding The End Time” by the Rev. Irvin Baxter. This series will be every Wednesday night for 14 weeks. The study started on September 2, but will continue each week until December 2. The community is invited to attend. The church is located across fro Orangefield Schools on Hwy. 105. For more information, call 735-8295.

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Weekly prayer rally to be held in BC Bridge City Council woman Terri Gauthier, will host a weekly prayer rally for the month of October. The community is invited to meet at Grace Plaza in Bridge City, each Monday morning in October, at 8 am, for 15-20 minutes. The community will be joining together in prayer for families and leaders of our city, state and nation, believing God for healing in our great country. There will also be prayer for our police departments, fire departments and public servants. Area pastors will be joining.

Right to Life of Southeast Texas will sponsor a Life Chain event, Oct. 25, from 2:30-3:30 pm. Orange County locations for the event are First Baptist Church parking lot and St. Henry Catholic Church parking lot, (by 2:15 pm). Contact is Darrell Segura @ 720-9999. In Orange, meet at 16th St. and Burton Ave. by 2:15. Contacts are Brian and Becky Atkins at 731-7166. In Vidor, meet at Market Basket on Main St., by 2:15; contact JayMarie Granger at 781-8756 or Connie Midkiff at 769-4339.

St. Paul United Methodist Church

1155 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409.735.5546 Sunday Morning Worship Experience: 8:15 a.m., Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Sunday worship 10:45 a.m. (Nursery provided). For middle and senior high youth 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Taize’ service for children 6:30 p.m. “Kids For Christ” Wednesday 6 p.m.-7 p.m. For information on pre-school enrollment 409-735-5546 Rev. Mark Bunch Email: office@stpaulfamily.org

First United Methodist Church Orange 502 Sixth Street • 886-7466

Slade Chapel 8 a.m. Praise Center 9 a.m. Sanctuary 11 a.m. Sunday School (All ages) 10 a.m.

www.fumcorange.com

409-738-2070

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9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield 409.735.3113

Sun: Bible Study 9:15 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evening services: Youth and Children 6:30 p.m., Praise and Prayer 6:30 p.m., Choir practice 7:30 p.m. Pastor Cody Hogden Email: office@fbcof.com / Website: www.fbcof.com

Pastor: Rev. John Warren, Director of Music and Fine Arts: Doug Rogers, Organist: Justin Sanders

Wesley UMC to hold pecan, walnut fundraiser Wesley United Methodist Church is taking orders for Durham pecans and walnuts. Pecans and walnuts come in one pound bags and are from this year’s crop. Pecans come as pieces or halves and walnuts are mixed halves and pieces. Pecans are $9.50 per pound and walnuts are $8.50 per pound. If you are interested in ordering some of the nuts, contact Doris Wilson at 886-4804, or Jan Neely at 735-5885.

First Baptist ChurCh OrangeField

gOOd shepherd lutheran ChurCh 945 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 735-4523

Worship Services: Tradition 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15 a.m., Contemporary Service 11 a.m., Monday ‘Compassionate Friends’ 6 p.m., Wednesday ‘Compassionate Friends’ 10 a.m. Pastor Paul Zoch 409-988-3003 Our congregation welcomes the community to join us for all our services. We are a friendly, caring church of the future.

Orange First Church of the Nazarene 3810 MLK Drive, Orange

Lead Pastor Ray McDowell. Worship Ministries Director: Leslie Hicks, Youth Pastor Michael Pigg, Children’s Pastor Rebekah Spell. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Celebration Service 10:45 a.m. Home Group 6 p.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Wesley United Methodist Church

401 N. 37th St. Orange 409-886-7276

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First Baptist Church of West Orange

Faith United Methodist Church

608 Dayton St., Orange, TX 77630

8608 MLK Jr. Dr.• Orange • 886-1291

409-886-4167

Sunday Worship 10:50 a.m. (Nursery provided)

Sundays at 11:00 AM and Wednesdays at 6:00 PM

Pastor: Michael Procella

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. (all ages) Wednesdays- Stand 25 (Youth 6th-12th grade) 6-7 p.m.

EMAIL: fbcofwo@gmail.com

Pastor: Dr. Billy Watson website: www.faithumc-orange.org

Living Word Church

Harvest Chapel

Highway 87 & FM 1006 • Orange • 735-6659 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday evening 7 p.m. Pastor: G.K. Samuel

Come as you are! www.livingwordtx.org

1305 Irving St. • West Orange • 882-0862 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Night Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Night Service: 6 p.m.

Pastor: Ruth Logan Burch

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trinity Baptist ChurCh Orange 1819 16th Street • Orange • 886-1333 Pastor Gary Price, Worship Leader Dan Cruse Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 5 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Nursury Provided

First Baptist Church of Bridge City 200 W. Roundbunch • 735-3581

Interim Pastor Rev. Lynn Ashcroft Sunday schedule: Bible study 9:15 a.m., Celebration service 10:30 a.m., Youth bible study, dicipleship classes 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m. Children’s activities.

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West Orange Christian Church

900 Lansing Street • West Orange • 882-0018 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wedensday evening 6 p.m. Pastor: Kurtis Moffitt

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19805 Highway 62 • 735-7126

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The Record • Week of Wednesday, Ocotber 21, 2015

Orange County Happenings

Area Wide Community Events Schedules

Seventh annual Scarecrow Festival scheduled

OCP seeking cast members for Steel Magnolias

Holiday in the Park slated for Nov. 7

Each year, Shangri La hosts the largest Scarecrow Festival in Texas, with dozens of hand-crafted scarecrows displayed throughout the Gardens. Created by community organizations, businesses, schools, and families, scarecrow designs range from funny, to clever, to wacky and weird. For sure, no two scarecrows are ever the same. The 2015 festival will run from Oct. 14-Nov. 7 at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center. The Scarecrow Festival is a great way to celebrate the changing season and see what the community creates with repurposed and recyclable materials plus a heap of imagination. In this friendly competition, visitors are asked to vote for their favorite Scarecrow. The winners will be awarded a special prize on Nov. 7, at Autumn Fair. Scarecrow Festival 2015 is fun for children of all ages. For more information, contact Shangri La at 670-9113, or visit www.shangrilagardens.org.

Auditions for “Steel Magnolias” is set for Nov. 2, at 7:00 and Nov. 3, at 8:00. Auditions will be held at Orange Community Players, 708 West Division, Orange. Parts that are available are: Truvy Jones, 40ish. Owner of the beauty shop. Annelle Dupuy-Desoto, 19, Beauty shop assistant. Shelby Eatenton-Latcherie, 25, prettiest girl in town. Ouiser (pronounced “Weezer”) Boudreaux, 66ish. The parts of Clairee Belcher and M’Lynn Eatenton are precast. The women in this play are witty, intelligent, and above all, “real characters”. They in no way, shape or form are meant to be portrayed as cartoons or caricatures. Dates for the show are: Feb. 11,12,13 and Sunday matinee on the 14. And the second week: Feb. 18,19,20 and close the show with a Sunday matinee on Feb. 21. After the show is cast, There will be read thrus for several days in November and start some rehearsals early December before the holidays and then the month of January. So make sure you come with these dates in mind and if there is a conflict if you are selected for a role, discuss it with the director. “Practice makes perfect.” Rehearsals are generally from 6:30ish to 10:00 during the week and not many on the weekends until we get into tech or if we need more rehearsals. For information contact the director, Diana Hill, 313-1459.

The City of West Orange will hold their annual Holiday in the Park festival Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 am-dusk, at the park located next to City Hall, 2700 Western Ave. The event will have food and craft booths and music as well as children’s activities. Musical acts include, Shon Branham, Calvary Batist Church choir, WOS fifth grade choir, Alex Caswell and the Dallas Street Ramblers Cajun Band and Traveling Roads. Booth sites are now available for vendors at $30 or non-electrical and $50 for electrical. Booths are rented on a first come first servedbasis. Non electrical booths are 14x14 and electrical booths are 20x14. Booth space is limited. No alcohol will be sold at, or allowed on the festival grounds. Rules and regulations, as well as a site map and registration form can be found on the City’s website located at www.cityofwestorange.com. For further information, or to reserve booth space, contact West Orange City Hall at 883-3468.

WOS tickets to be sold at gate only Due to District 9-4 A rules, there will not be any away game ticket sales during the District football season. All tickets have to be purchased the night of the game at their gates.Ticket prices are $4 for adults and $2 for students. Gates normally open one hour before game time.

VFW hosts Zydecane The VFW, located at 5303 N. 16th St., will host a dance featuring Jerry Dee and Rockin’ Randy, Oct. 22, from 7 pm-11 pm. Tickets are $6 per person. The bar is open for beer, wine coolers, sodas and set-ups; BYOB. For information, call 886-9738.

Eagles to host karaoke There will be a Halloween dance Oct. 31, at the lodge, 803 N. 28th St., Orange. Come dressed in costume for the costume contest. There will be a registration fee. For more information, please call 886-7381.

Jefferson County Singles to hold dance The Jefferson County Singles Club, 7725 Green Ave., Nederland will host a dance featuringCadillacs, Oct. 25, from 5-9 pm. Tickets are $7 per person and beer wine and setups are available. Singles and married welcome. This is non-smoking in this facility. For more information, call 409-727-0013.

BCCC to hold celebrity roast The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce will hold it’s 9th Celebrity Roast honoring Mayor Kirk Roccaforte, Thursday, Oct. 22, at 6:00 pm., at the Bridge City Community Center, 105 Parkside, Bridge City. A reserved sponsored sponsored table for eight people is $450. All table sponsors will receive preferred seating and be listed on the program, place mat and power point presentation. Sponsors should email their business logo to bcchamber@sbcglobal.net. General admission tickets are $50 per person. For reservations, contact the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce, 150 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City, or call the Chamber office to pay by credit card at 735-5671.

Levingston Shipbuilding reunion Former employees of Levingston Shipbuilding in Orange, are invited to a reunion to be held Saturday, Oct. 24, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event will be held at the North Orange Baptist Church, 4775 N. 16th St., Orange. Attendees are ask to bring a covered dish that does not need to be heated or refrigerated. Drinks will be provided. For additional information you may call Betty Bellow at (409) 982-3591 jbellow3@msn.com or Earl Evans at (409) 746-3701 eevans001@gt.rr.com.

Good Shepherd to host pecan fundraiser Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Bridge City has started their annual Durham-Ellis nut and products fundraiser. This fundraiser supports their music program, which provides scholarships to music major students at our colleges and universities. This year they are selling pecan halves 1 lb. bag for $8.75, pecan pieces 1 lb. bag for $8.25, walnut halves and pieces 1 lb. bag for $8.25, roasted cashews 1 lb. bag for $ 6.75, raw almonds 1 lb. bag for $6.50, trash mix 1 lb. bag for $ 3.50, hot and spicy peanuts 1 lb. bag for $ 2.50, peanut brittle 7 oz. bag for $ 3.50 and frosted praline pecan 12 oz. bag for $8.75 . You can place your order by calling one of the following ladies: Tana @ 735-2044, Grace @ 617-9531, Pat @ 626-2585, or Kathy @ 988-5292.

BCLL baseball registration scheduled Bridge City Little League will be accepting online registration for the Spring 2016 season for boys and girls ages 4-16 for baseball, softball, and challenge leagues beginning on Nov. 1. Please go to www.bcll.org for more details and to register. An early bird discount of $10 off each child is being offered for those who register before year end. As of Jan. 1, registration will be $100 for first child, $50 for second and third, with the fourth child being free. After Jan. 17, a late fee will apply, so register early to save. Season will open the weekend of March 4-5.

Marine Corps Birthday Ball scheduled The 1st Sgt. Joyce Venable Detachment Marine Corps League will present Southeast Texas’ 4th annual Marine Corp Birthday Ball and Charity Gala, Saturday, Nov. 4, at 12:00 am, at the MCM Elegante Hotel. The event is a black tie, suit or military uniform ceremony, dinner and dance. Tickets are $75 each and profits go to assist disabled veterans and their families in Southeast Texas. For information, please contact James Brayton, 504-1775, or email jebrayton@att.net, or Bill Feidler, 736-0000, or email nfeidler@sbcglobal.net.

OC Historical Society to hold annual dinner meeting The Orange County Historical Society will have its annual dinner meeting at Sunset Grove Country Club, Nov. 3, at 6 pm. The after dinner speaker will be Bob Crew, who will give a presentation on the history of Dupont Sabine River Works. Please make reservations by emailing ochs.tx@outlook.com, or calling 920-5216 and leaving a message. Include name and number attending. The public is invited.

GOACC accepting nominations The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2015 Citizen of the Year, Non Profit Community Service Award and Business Community Service Award. All nominations are due back to the Chamber by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30. Awards will be presented at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner on Dec. 1.

The 67th Annual Orange Christmas Parade will run on Friday, Dec. 4, at 6:00 p.m. This year’s parade theme is “The Magical Music of Christmas.” Categories for entry are: commercial, non-profit and schools. Awards will be presented in each of these three areas and additional awards will be given for the Grand Marshall’s Choice and Judges’ Choice. For more updates on the Christmas parade, please visit the Kiwanis Club of Orange, TX’s Facebook page.

BC Christmas parade scheduled for Dec. 5 The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce will host their seventh annual Christmas Light Parade, Saturday, Dec. 5, at 6:00 pm. Following the parade, there will be a seasonal themed movie on the lawn behind BC Bank. The event is free and the community is invited to attend. For more information, contact the BC chamber at 735-5671.

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Individuals who are interested in working as a substitute teacher/aide/nurse/secretary must submit an online application from Oct. 19, through Dec. 11. No applications will be accepted after Dec. 11, no exceptions. A mandatory substitute inservice will be held at the Bridge City ISD Administration Building, 1031, W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City, on Wednesday, Jan. 6, from 9:00 -11:30 a.m. Please be sure to print the appropriate substitute forms packet and bring completed to the inservice. Forms may be printed by going to the following link: http://www.bridgecityisd.net/ District/Department/4-Human-Resources?ts=201510190953. The School website is www.bridgecityisd.net for more job postings and information.

Kiwanis set date for Christmas Parade

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County is holding a two-part series called Table Manners and Etiquette for Youth, on Nov. 16 and 19, from 6:00-8:00 pm, at the Orange County Extension Office on FM 1442 in Orange. The classes will be presented by Marilyn Dartez. Students will have a four-course meal to practice what they learn. Fee is $10 per person and is limited to only 20 participants. Please RSVP by Nov. 9, at 882-7010.

The Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 2523, will have a fish fry Thursday, Oct. 22, from 11 am-until, at 803 N. 23rd St., Orange. Dinners are $8 and will consist of fish, cole slaw, potato salad, onions, pickles and bread. Dine in and carry out are available, or you can call 886-7381 in advance and dinners will be immediately ready for pickup.

BCISD substitute/aide/nurse/secretary inservice

The November meeting of the Orange County Master Gardeners will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the Orange County EXPO Center with a pot-luck supper at 6:00 PM and the meeting at 6:30 PM. This is a change from the normal meeting date of the second Thursday of the month. This month we will be voting on new officers for 2016 and several items to be purchased along with discussion of the December Christmas banquet. It is important all members be present at this meeting. The public is invited to attend any of our meetings. For more information, contact Sheri Bethard at sheribethard@yahoo.com.

AgriLife to offer table manners, etiquette class

Eagles to hold fish fry

The Foster Grandparent Program will hold their 10th annual golf tournament Friday, Oct. 30, at Idylwild Golf Club, 1100 E. Pine Shadows, Sour Lake. Tee time is at 1:00 pm. Get a hole-in-one and win $10,000 on a designated hole. Entry fees are $50 per person or $200 per team. For more information call Karen Gary at 409-899-8444, ext. 6441. This tournament helps foster grandparent volunteers continue to mentor/tutor at risk children in Hardin, Jefferson and Orange Counties.

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Just another day at ye old boat ramp COLBURN-FISHING CAPT. DICKIE COLBURN FOR THE RECORD

Prior to last Monday afternoon I was reasonably certain that over the years I had seen just about everything that could possibly go wrong at a boat ramp do just that. I have seen panic stricken girl friends and wives weep unashamedly while in the midst of jack knifing the boat trailer time and again while their soon to be ex-boyfriends or husbands cussed them from behind the bass boat console. I once saw a veteran angler back truck, trailer and boat into the lake and much to everyone’s surprise, leave the submerged truck and trailer blocking the launch until after he finished fishing. The marina operator had it towed out, parked it on the side of the launch and was waiting with a hefty bill in hand when the irresponsible angler returned just before dark. Had there not been a long line of tournament fishermen impatiently waiting to launch their own rigs, the funniest mishap would have easily been the Dad at the Six Mile launch that stepped out of his truck to disconnect the winch strap only to return and discover that the doors were locked and the truck was running. As it turned out, his four year old son had closed the door and was still inside the truck. All the coaching in the world wasn’t helping the youngster figure out how to unlock the door and it rapidly became a group effort. Dad’s voice had a threatening tone that only resulted in tears and pouting and strangers peering in every window only made things worse. Eventually a young girl played a game he understood that involved tracing one another’s See COLBURN, PAGE 4B

Bridge City Cardinal ball carrier Cayce Draper heads up field in the 62-35 homecoming victory against the LCM Bears. Draper lead the rushing with 127 yards on 11 carries including a 67 yard touchdown. RECORD PHOTO: Tishy Bryant

WO-S, BC will take wins

Good week for local college teams this week too Games is Week WEST ORANGE-STARK over HARDINJEFFERSON—e Mustangs appear to really be rolling with their sights focused on another playoff run. But before that can happen, they must take care of business the next two weeks, and I’m sure Coach T will make sure 100 per cent emphasis will be on the Hawks Friday night. JASPER over LITTLE CYPRESS-MAURICEVILLE—e Bulldogs are sitting in a firstplace tie in District 10-4A-I with Huffman while the Bears are sitting in the middle of the pack, knowing another loss might eliminate them from playoff contention. e Bears must find some defense, pronto!! BRIDGE CITY over HUFFMAN—Both teams have 5-2 overall records and I know the Falcons haven’t played any tougher competition

than the Cardinals. e Falcons may have the home field advantage in this one, but that should be all. ORANGEFIELD over LIBERTY—e Bobcats’ scoring machine was thwarted last week by the WO-S Mustangs, but that happens to most of the ‘Stangs’ opponents. is game should be a confidence-booster for the ‘Cats. BEAUMONT CENTRAL over VIDOR—Neither team is living up to their preseason billing, although the Jags stand at 3-1 in District 22-5A play and still have a chance to win the league crown, or at least get into the post-season playoffs next month. e Pirates are 2-2 in district competition and desperately need to win this week to remain alive for a playoff berth. DEWEYVILLE over HEMPHILL—is game could be billed as the battle between to two winless teams in District 11-3A-II. e Hornets are

3-4 overall while the Pirates stand at 2-5. LAMAR over CENTRAL ARKANSAS—Both teams are coming off tough losses last weekend and want to remain in the hunt for the Southland Conference title or at least an invite to the post-season tournament. e winner will still have a shot while the loser will have to wait until next year. McNEESE STATE over NORTHWESTERN STATE—e Demons have always given the Cowboys fits, regardless of the prevailing records. McNeese is still undefeated with a 6-0 record while the Demons posted their first victory of the season last week at the expense of the Lamar Cardinals. A huge crowd is expected at Cowboy Stadium in Lake Charles for this 6 p.m. kickoff on Saturday. See FORECAST, PAGE 2B

2B • The Record • Week of Wednesday, October 21, 2015

WOS Mustang receiver Thomas Wallace makes an amazing catch from quarterback Jack Dallas in district action against the Orangefield Bobcats. The Mustangs won the district match-up 37-3. RECORD PHOTO: Darren Hoyland

’Stangs roll in win over Bobcats, 37-3 MUSTANG INSIDER Meri Elen Jacobs For e Record It was a typical match-up between the Orangeﬁeld Bobcats and the West Orange-Stark Mustangs. Not a lot of razzle dazzle, just good hard-nosed football on a beautiful Homecoming night and a 37-3 win for the Mustangs to make it even better. “I was really proud of the kids,” Head Coach Cornel ompson

said. “I thought the kids were focused as well as they have ever been in a homecoming game. We played good on offense and defensively we played pretty dang good. We were able to stop them early and force a field goal instead of allowing a touchdown.” e Bobcats took the opening kickoff and moved the ball down the field on the ground to the 28 yard line before Matthew Rainey was forced to kick a field goal on fourth down. See MUSTANGS, PAGE 4B

Forecast SCHOOL—Port HIGH Neches-Groves over Beaumont Ozen, Lumberton over Baytown Goose Creek Memorial, Nederland over Baytown Lee, LaPorte over Beaumont West Brook, Centerville over West Hardin, Silsbee over Cleveland, Newton over Corrigan-Camden, HullDaisetta over Anderson-Shiro, Evadale, over Normangee Anahuac over Warren, East Chambers over Buna, Kirbyville over Hardin, Woodville over Kountze, Beaumont Kelly over St. omas Catholic, Beaumont Legacy Christian over Brazos over Brenham Christian, Tomball, Houston Stratford over Tomball Memorial, Richmond Foster over Port Lavaca-Calhoun, Coldspring over Tarkington, Madisonville over Shepherd, LaMarque over Houston Kashmere, Crosby over New Caney; Barbers Hill over Humble (Sat.). COLLEGE—UCLA over California, Temple over East Carolina, Appalachian State over Georgia Southern (All urs.); Memphis over Tulsa, Utah State over San Diego State (Both Fri.); Southeastern Louisiana over Houston Baptist, Incarnate Word over Abilene Christian, Sam Houston State over Nicholls State, Ohio State over Rutgers, Baylor over Iowa State, Utah over Southern Cal, Clemson over Miami, LSU over Western Kentucky, Michigan State over Indiana, Texas A&M over Ole Miss, Alabama over Tennessee, Stanford over Washington, Oklahoma State over Kansas, Oklahoma over Texas Tech, Northwestern over Nebraska, Boise State over Wyoming, Houston over Central Florida, Duke over Virginia Tech, Navy over Tulane, South Florida over SMU, Cincinnati over Connecticut, Texas over Kansas State, Rice over Army, Southern Miss over Charlotte, Louisiana Tech over Middle Tennessee State, Marshall over North Texas, Florida International over Old Dominion, UTEP over Florida Atlantic, Auburn over Arkansas, Missouri over Vanderbilt, Mississippi State over Kentucky, Pittsburgh over Syracuse, Ohio over Buﬀalo, North Carolina State over Wake Forest, Boston College over Louisville, Gram-

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LCM Bear running back Samuel King has a big game against the Bridge City Cardinals Friday night. King rushed for 226 yards and scored all of the Bears 5 touchdowns. The Cardinals beat the Bears 62-35. RECORD PHOTO: Ty Manuel bling State over Mississippi Valley State, Jackson State over Arkansas-Pine Bluﬀ, James Madison over Richmond, Penn State over Maryland, North Carolina over Virginia, William & Mary over Hampton, Florida State over Georgia Tech, Bowling Green over Kent State, Western Michigan over Miami, O., Central Michigan over Ball State, Missouri State over South Dakota, Northern Illinois over Eastern Michigan, Southern over Texas Southern, Texas State over South Alabama, Air Force over Fresno State, Arizona over Washington State, Nevada over Hawaii, San Jose State over New Mexico, New Mexico State over Troy, Colorado over Oregon State. PRO PICKS—Seattle over San Francisco (Thursday Night); Houston over Miami, Buffalo over Jacksonville, Atlanta over Tennessee, Pittsburgh over Kansas City, St. Louis over Cleveland, Washington over Tampa Bay, Minnesota over Detroit, Indianapolis over New Orleans, New England over NY Jets, San Diego over Oakland, NY Giants over Dallas, Carolina over Philadelphia; Arizona over Baltimore (Monday Night). Bye Week for Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver and Green Bay.

WOS Mustang defenders Malick Phillips (7) and Dominic Tezeno (5) takes down Orangefield Bobcat ball carrier Matthew Watkins. The Mustangs defeated the Bobcats 37-3. RECORD PHOTO: Darren Hoyland

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WOS Mustang receiver Payton Robertson scores on a 10-yard pass from quarterback Jack Dallas against the Orangefield Bobcats. RECORD PHOTO: Darren Hoyland

Bridge City's Austin Fitts sees open field against the LCM Bears in the 62-35 homecoming victory. RECORD PHOTO: Tishy Bryant

Texans finally hit win column; Seahawks fall again KAZ’S KORNER JOE KAZMAR FOR THE RECORD

Both of the National Football League games that were shown on television in our area Sunday afternoon turned out to be nailbiters right to the final gun. e Houston Texans finally got to play against an opponent as bad as they have been so far with identical 1-4 records while the Seattle Seahawks once again failed to hold a fourth-period lead and lost in the final minute of play to the undefeated Carolina Panthers. e Texans traveled to Jacksonville to play the Jaguars in front of a stadium full of fans desperate to see their home team post a victory over a team they were favored to beat by one point. But the Texans fooled the gurus in Vegas by coming out of the chute playing strong in the opening stanza and really never let up. ey led 10-7 at the half for the first time this season. ey had a somewhat rocky third quarter, but instead of folding like they have been known to do, Houston started making smart plays again while the Jaguars started making mistakes, after taking a 14-10 lead. e Texans put 21 points on the scoreboard in the final period to secure the 31-20 victory, their

second of the season. Yo u n g DeAndre Hopkins, who has become the go-to receiver since the departure of All-Pro Andre Johnson, had a monster game, hauling in 10 passes for 148 yards and a pair of crucial touchdowns. He leads the NFL with 52 catches in six games. Quarterback Brian Hoyer played an outstanding game, connecting on 24-of-36 passes for 293 yards and three touchdowns. e offensive line’s run blocking was sound and the pass blocking was adequate. Fortunately for the defense, All-Pro J. J. Watt got off his sickbed and had six quarterback hurries and played the run very well. e special teams play was much better than during the first five games, with the Jaguars average drive start on kickoffs was their 23-yard line thanks to the Texans’ new kicker Nick Novak’s booming kickoffs and great coverage. e second game Sunday afternoon featured the Seahawks played the undefeated Carolina Panthers. But the game was in Seattle, where the team’s success

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rate is phenomenal. Seattle’s defense looked sharp in the first half, protecting the Seahawks’ slender 10-7 halftime lead. Orange’s All-Pro safety Earl omas picked off a Cam Newton pass and his counterpart AllPro safety Kam Chancellor also had an interception. e Seahawks put up 10 more points early in the third period, expanding their lead to 20-7 before Newton went to work against Seattle’s vaunted defense. Carolina went into the final period trailing the hosts 23-14 after a Seattle field goal, but virtually shut down the Seahawks from that point. Newton was 12of-15 passing for 169 yards in the fourth quarter and burned the Seahawks defense for 269 yards overall. Newton engineered a pair of 80-yard touchdown drives in the final period that proved to be the difference and handed the Seahawks their fourth loss in six

games this season. e game-winner was a 26yard pass from Newton to tight end Greg Olsen right between a confused Earl omas and AllPro cornerback Richard Sherman, “is was one of the bigger victories we’ve had since I’ve been here,” and elated head coach Ron Rivera commented. Newton appeared to be more reserved when the Associated Press interviewed him after the game. “We’re doing what we expected to do, the 250-pound quarterback said. “It comes as no surprise to us.” e Seahawks don’t have much time to analyze this blown fourth-period lead. ey travel to San Francisco (also 2-4) for a nationally-televised (CBS) game against the 49ers tomorrow (ursday). KWICKIES…is week’s Associated Press’ Top 25 College Football rankings had few

changes near the top with Ohio State No. 1, Baylor No. 2, Utah moving up one notch to No. 3, switching places with No. 4 TCU, No. 5 LSU and No. 6 Clemson changed places, Michigan State remained at No. 7, Alabama jumped two spots to No. 8, Florida State moved up two places to No. 9 and Stanford vaulted ﬁve sports to No. 10. e Texas Aggies dropped from ninth to No. 15, while the undefeated Houston Cougars moved up three places to No. 21. Newcomers to the poll include undefeated Memphis at No. 18, Temple at No. 22 and Pittsburgh at No. 25. My McNeese State Cowboys continue to remain undefeated after traveling to Conway, Ark. and defeating Central Arkansas 28-13 last Saturday for their sixth straight victory of the season. e Cowboys return home to Lake Charles to entertain the Northwestern State Demons

Saturday night in another Southland Conference contest. Going into Monday’s action, the New York Mets held a commanding 2-0 lead over the Chicago Cubbies in the National League Championship Series while the Kansas City Royals led Toronto by the same margin in the ALCS. It looks to me like it will be Kansas City against the New York Mets for the 2015 World Series. JUST BETWEEN US…With the Detroit Lions pulling out a 37-34 overtime victory over the Chicago Bears Sunday, there now are no winless teams in the NFL after six weeks of play. But ﬁve undefeated teams still remain after last week’s action including Green Bay, New England, Carolina, Cincinnati, and Denver. e Broncos are doing it with a 40-year old quarterback in Peyton Manning and Orange native Wade Phillips as their defensive coordinator.

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Mustangs “Orangefield’s offense is very difficult to prepare for,” ompson said. “Coach Smalley and his staff do a great job with that offense.” e Mustangs didn’t get on the board until the second quarter when Justin Brown pushed his way through the middle form 2 yards out to score. e rush by Jack Dallas for the two point conversion was good. e Mustangs finally got their hands back on the ball late in the second quarter but it was just enough time to move the ball down the field using the pass game with a variety of receivers before Dallas was abole to hit omas Wallace for an 8 yard touchdown with 19 seconds left on the clock. Kentavious Miller’s pass to Aric Cormier was good for two and the Mustangs headed into the field house up, 16-3. e second half was all WO-S as the Mustangs put 21 more points on the board before the final buzzer sounded. “Our conditioning mentally and physically took over in the

Bridge City Cardinal quarterback Camden DuBois breaks loose for a touchdown against the LCM Bears. The Cardinals won the district match-up 62-35. RECORD PHOTO: Tishy Bryant

Colburn Continued from Page 1B finger on opposite sides of the window glass and he miraculously finally pressed the right button! All of which brings us back to the incident last week. We were finishing up a trip when a client asked me what I thought the man standing at the end of the ramp waving his arms wanted. “I have no idea,” I replied as we picked up the troll motor and eased his way. As we neared the ramp it was quite obvious that his boat had either come untied or simply slid right off the trailer and was slowly drifting further off shore much to his embarrassment. That would have been little more than a minor hiccup had it not been for the fact that his four year old, six year old and two labs were alone and adrift in the boat! The youngsters weren’t upset at all until I boarded the boat and idled them back to the dock. It really didn’t make much sense. Why would any Dad leave the kids in the boat unattended and go park his truck? Before I could ask what happened, the frantic Mom climbed out of their truck and raced in our direction wailing between shallow breaths. With the kids and dogs safely in hand and without so much as a “thank you”, the Dad starts berating the Mom. “What the hell were you doing ... all you had to do was hold the rope, etc.” Between curse words, the Dad explained that they had put on their life jackets and loaded the kids up on dry land where it was safer, but when the boat slid off the trailer the bow rope jerked free of the young Mother’s grasp. From that point forward, however, I was very much in Mom’s corner. With her children helplessly drifting away, she raced up the ramp to their truck to call for help. That quick thinking seemed pretty darn logical to me as well. More especially, had her cell phone not been in her purse in ... you guessed it ... the boat. What happened next, however, left even my clients speechless. The belligerent husband, that’s only one man’s opinion, once again handed his wife the same bow rope, walked back to the truck, retrieved his rods and the family rode off with the stereo blaring for an afternoon of fishing. The kids were cute and the dogs were well behaved! Even with a couple of days of pretty brisk north winds the water is clear, but still high. The birds are working a little better and I think our ratio of keeper to throw back trout has improved as well. There is no doubt that the catching has been much better on the outgoing tide. The redfish bite has rebounded again both in the lake and in the river and bayous. We are catching most of the redfish on Swim baits, but a chrome Rat-L-Trap is working as well.

Continued from Page 2B second half,” ompson said. Orangefield tried a little trickery to start the second half by kicking and recovering an onside kick. However, the ball went over to the Mustangs on downs four plays later and the Mustangs moved the ball down the field and on fourth down, Dallas hit Kentavious Miller for an 11 yard touchdown pass. e two point conversion pass from Dallas to Cormier was good and the Mustangs led 24-3. e Mustangs were able to score on their next possession when Dallas hit a wide open Payton Robertson for a 10 yard touchdown. Dallas’s PAT was good and the Mustangs led, 313. Malech Edwards got in on the scoring on the Mustangs’ next offensive play when he took the handoff from Payton Robertson and zipped 39 yards for the score. Next up for the Mustangs are the Hamshire Fannett Longhorns. e Longhorns, 5-2, are led by senior quarterback Kendal

King. Most recently they beat Hardin Jefferson, 42-38 and are 1-0 in district. “King carries the ball 4 out of every 5 plays,” ompson said. “ey are a power option offense and they have 24 seniors that will get after it with their size, speed, toughness and quickness. ey have 3-5 starters that have started since they were freshmen and they know how to play the game.” e Longhorns scored 21 points on the Mustangs last year. ey got beat by LaMarque in the round before the Mustangs beat LaMarque. “If we are going to win another district championship, we need to win Friday so we can finalize it in week four (of district),” ompson said. Because of district rules, no tickets will go on sale for the away games. Tickets are $4 for adults and $2 for students and the gates will open an hour prior to game time. e combined team of freshmen and JV beat Orangefield last

week, 48-0. Chaka Watson scored ﬁrst on a 42 yard run and then converted the two points. Lunden Toussiant scored on a 38 yard TD run and Brettlin White scored from 33 yards out. Watson connected with Dashawn Holt for a 10 yard touchdown pass and Alex Williams scored the two point conversion. Kedrick Harris returned a fumble 32 yards for a score and Toussiant scored again from 4 yards out and also a two point conversion. Alex Williams recovered a fumble and returned it 16 yards for the touchdown. Oﬀensive standouts are Watson, Toussiant, White, Holt, Williams and Adrik Mims. Standouts on defense are Ja’Corry Brady, Davien Teate, Herzel Washington, Teshaun Teel, Kedrick Harris and Jamarcus Joulevette. e 9/JV combined team will play their last home game ursday at 5:30. is Friday is “Light Up the Longhorns!!” Wear neon and glow accessories to show your support for the Mustangs.

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Deaths and Memorials Myrtle Merendino Beaumont Myrtle Hemmenway Merendino, 86, died Sunday, Oct. 18, in Beaumont. She was a lifelong resident of Vidor and a member of the Martha White Doll Club of Beaumont for many years. Myrtle was very loving and caring but was an especially dedicated mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother and to all who knew her and loved her as well. She will be greatly missed. Myrtle is survived by two sons, Raymond Bass and wife Glenda of Vidor, and Daryl Merendino and wife Tana of Orangeﬁeld and two daughters, Emma Nell Bass Levy and husband Marc of Mauriceville and Lynnette Bourque Weems of Spring. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and two great-great granddaughters. Myrtle was preceded in death by her loving husband of 37 years, Frank Merendino, Jr., parents, siblings and infant daughter, Ida Kathleen. Visitation will be Saturday, Oct. 24, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. Funeral services will be Sunday, Oct. 25, at 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home with interment to follow at Restlawn Memorial Park.

Julia Bailey Orange Julia Imogene Bailey, 78, of Orange, passed away on Oct. 19, in Beaumont. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., ursday, Oct. 22, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Oﬃciating will be the Rev. Tommy Anthony, of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Born in Delia, on Oct. 9, 1937, she was the daughter of Virgil Matthews and Lola (Dowdle) Matthews. Imogene was a member of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Orange. She enjoyed talking to friends over the phone and gardening. Imogene loved to cook, especially pear cakes. She was a very loving and caring person and had many friends at church and in the community. She was preceded in death by

her parents; son, Bobby Bailey and her brothers, Charles Matthews and Winston Matthews. She is survived by her loving husband, Don Bailey; children, Cindy Helm and husband Roy, of Orange, Wendell Bailey and wife Rose Mary, of Beaumont and Gary Bailey, of Carrolton; grandchildren, Kayla Bartholamew and husband Russell, Amber Helm, Camrie Helm, Kevin Bailey and wife Crystal and Ashley Bailey; great-grandchildren, Jaxson and Mason Bartholamew, and Kaydence and Kenley Bailey; sistersin-law, Rosie Matthews, of Waco, and Jimmie Sue Matthews-Holland and husband John, of College Station, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Joyce Romero Orange Joyce Shahn Romero was born Nov. 19, 1932, in Orange. Joyce was a long term resident of Bridge City. She is preceded in death by her mother, Louise Landry and father, Alfonso Joseph Shahn; husband and love of her life, Murry Romero; daughter, Tammy Romero; and two great grandchildren, Tyler and Blair Ray. ose left to cherish her memory include ﬁve daughters, Janice Chance and husband Delwin, Connie Ray and husband Tommy, all of Orange, Debbie Slaughter and husband Ronnie, Millie Luna and husband James, all of Bridge City and Sharon Garcia, of Beaumont; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and numerous other family and friends. Joyce was an amazing Cajun cook and enjoyed doing for others. She always made whatever special dish that each person wanted if she knew they would be coming over. She had a special relationship with all of her children and grandchildren and treated everyone special. She will be truly missed. Joyce’s home going services and visitation will be ursday, Oct. 22, with visitation from 11:00 am1:00 pm and funeral services to follow at Bridge City United Pentecostal Church. Pallbearers will be Johnny Slaughter, Keith Ashworth, Travis Ashworth, Terry Ashworth, Joe Alexander and Don Holston. Services are under the direction

of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Agnes Morgan Deweyville Agnes Richard Morgan, 86, of Deweyville passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Agnes was born Oct. 11, 1929 in Crowley, La; she was the youngest of 14 children born to Alice and Alcee Richard. Agnes was an active and faith member of Calvary Baptist Church in Deweyville for more than 20 years. She worked as a nurse’s aide at Jones Nursing Home for many years. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, and cooking for her family. Agnes was a loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend who will be missed dearly. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sterling Morgan; daughter, Ann Morgan; son, Cecil Morgan and daughter in law, LaDonna Morgan. Agnes is survived by her daughters, Joan Morgan and Carol Sue Morgan both of Deweyville; sons, Jimmy Guidry of Crowley, Lesley Morgan of Deweyville; grandchildren, Eric, Diane, Justin, Crystal, Belinda, Melissa, Brandon, Rebecca, Hailey; great grandchildren, Jessica, Christin, Sheldon, Marlee, Jonathan, Hayden, Braylon and numerous nieces, nephews and large extend family. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 10:00 am at Calvary Baptist Church, with the Rev. John Fortenberry oﬃciating. Burial will follow at Deweyville Cemetery in Deweyville. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dorman Funeral Home.

Timothy Brooks Orange e Celebration of Life for Mr. Timothy Lawrence “Hippie Tom” Brooks was held Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Rites of Christian burial followed in Hollywood Community Cemetery under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. Timothy was born in Orange, on Aug. 19, 1955 to Anna Ray Brooks and the late Len Brooks. Before moving to Orange, during his young years he lived with his family in Louisiana, New Jersey and Kentucky. In Orange he at-

tended Franklin Elementary and Carr Middle School. He graduated from Lutcher Stark High School in 1975. After graduation he attended Truck Driving School. He was also a self-taught musician, mechanic and roofer. His favorite song growing up and the ﬁrst one he learned to play on the guitar was “Sarah Smile”. “Hippie Tom” was also a fan of hard rock. He was employed at Akrotex in Orange as a forklift operator until he became disabled. In his leisure he enjoyed listening and playing music on his guitar. He married Veronica Renee Robinson in October of 1981 a union which lasted 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, father, granddaughter and great nephew. Timothy was called from his earthly life Oct. 6. Forever cherishing his memory are three daughters, Chiquita Turner (Marvus), Marquita Garrett (Adrain) and Lacresha Brooks, all of Orange; one son, Timothy Feathers (Renee) of Cypress; loving mother, Anna Ray Brooks of Orange; four sisters, Antoinette Sterling (Lionel) of Pearland, Linda Brooks – Matthews of Orange, Len Brooks – Williams (Kevin) of Pearland and Kecia Brooks of Atlanta, GA; 10 grandchildren, Andre Fezia, Cha’kera Robinson, A’lexus Robinson, Marqurious Garrett, Adrianna Garrett, Adrainae Garrett, Brayden Brown, Aubree Jordan, Madison Feathers and Timothy Feathers, Jr. aunt Florence orns of Houston; uncles, Willie Dorsey (Rita) of Garden City, MI, JO “Pepper” Jackson of Baton Rouge, LA. and Nathaniel Jackson of Dallas and a host of nieces ,nephews, other family and friends.

Nylotis Goudeau Orange Nylotis Goudeau was born March 15, 1926 in Douets Eddy, La., to Alexander and Bernice Bean. On May 15, 1954 she married Eugene Goudeau. Together, they had three daughters, Susie, Genia, and Velda. ey settled in Orange, and have been members of the First United Pentecostal Church for over 49 years. Nylotis “Nylie” Goudeau passed away in the early morning hours

of ursday, Oct. 15, at e Meadows Nursing Home with family present. Nylie was a true lady with high morals that guided her throughout her entire life. She was a devoted Christian that believed in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She was a devoted wife and loving mother. She had many talents such as sewing, knitting, and painting. She will be missed by all and her family was so very proud to call her Mother. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Verbal Bean and daughter Genia McCullough. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Eugene Goudeau; brother Hobert Bean and his wife Ruth; brother Mike Bean and his wife Sherry; sister Novelle Jones and her husband Ernie; daughter Susie Franz; daughter Velda Fabriguze and her husband Harvey; step-son George Boudreaux and his wife Pam; niece Jana Bass and her husband Calvin; niece Jennifer Paroly and her husband Warren and nephew Joel Bean and his wife Sherrie; grandchildren, Roﬃe Prestil and husband Chas, Jason McCullough and girlfriend Marilyn Ramirez, Jennifer Saucer and husband Larry, Christina Goudeau, Eugene Goudeau, Aaron Boudreaux, Melissa omas and Sonnie Fabriguze; great grandchildren Aliyah, Grayson, and Camille. Services were held at First United Pentecostal Church in Orange Saturday, Oct. 17, with Brother Gary Wheeler, pastor, ofﬁciating. Arrangements are under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Roy Mazzagate, Jr. Orange Roy Joseph Mazzagate, Jr., 70, of Orange, passed away Oct. 17, at Baptist Hospital in Orange. A memorial service was held Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Calvary Baptist Church in West Orange, with the Rev. David Milner oﬃciating. Born in Orange, Nov. 23, 1944, he was the son of Josephine (Joan) and Roy Mazzagate, Sr. Roy attended St. Mary Catholic School in Orange and was a graduate of Stark High School. He received his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University where he was a member of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets. He then entered the University of Houston Pharmacy

School where he received his degree in Pharmacology. Roy was an ordained Baptist minister and received his theological training at New Orleans Baptist eological Seminary. He was the former pastor of Tremont Baptist Church in Sabine Pass. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved watching football, singing and playing his guitar. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jared Mazzagate and his brother, Russell Mazzagate. He is survived by his loving wife, Darlene Mazzagate; children, Trisha Kemp and husband Bryan, Kevin Mazzagate, Roy Mazzagate, III and wife Kimmy, all of Orange, Heather Rowe and husband Reid, of Bridge City and Brent Mazzagate and wife Kimberly, of Nederland; step-children, Christopher Bahr and Melissa Shank; 12 grandchildren and sister, Phyllis Walters and husband Jim, of Beaumont. In lieu of ﬂowers donations may be made to the family to assist with expenses. Services were under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

John Ardoin Orange John Rufus Ardoin, Jr., 57, of Orange, passed away on Oct. 14, at his home. A memorial gathering was ursday, Oct. 15, in Orange. Cremation was under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory. Born in Port Arthur, Oct. 22, 1957, he was the son of John Rufus Ardoin, Sr. and Caroline (Mannelli) Tarver. He was preceded in death by his mother and step-father and his father, John Rufus Ardoin, Sr. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Ardoin; children, John Rufus Ardoin, III and wife Savannah, James Robert Ardoin and wife Michele, Carolina Elizabeth Marie Carter and husband Bradley and Joseph Ryan Ardoin and wife Shanna; grandchildren, Skylar Ardoin, Skarlett Ardoin, Shea Ardoin, Jeremiah Ardoin, Jeﬀrey Ardoin, SarahBelle Ardoin, omas Carter and Bryce Strong; siblings, Allen Tarver, Judy Choate, Jackie Spears and husband Jack and Rena Choate and sister-in-law, Margaret Williams.

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Notice to Creditors Notice is hereby given

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of laverne Pollock Ridley, Deceased, were issued on Septemer 24, 2015, in Cause No. 17304, pending in the County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas, to: Raymond Thomas Ridley. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Bobby Gene Mitchell, Deceased, were issued on Septemer 22, 2015, in Cause No. 17317, pending in the County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas, to: Donna Mitchell Parker. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

c/o Steve Parkhurst Attorney at Law 1009 Green Ave. Orange, Texas 77630

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DATED: the 28th day of September, 2015.

DATED: the 9th day of October, 2015.

DATeD the 6th day of October, 2015

Greg Dumas

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en that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Melody Susan Farmer Stewart a/k/a Melody Susan Stewart, Deceased, were issued on October 6, 2015, in Cause No. P17330, pending in the County Court at Orange County, Texas, to: Shelia Ann Gatlin. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

Steve Parkhurst Steve Parkhurst Attorney for Sheila Ann Gatlin State Bar No.: 00797206 1009 Green Ave. Orange, Texas 77630 Telephone: (409) 883-0892 Facsimile: (409) 670-0888

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Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Windel Ruth lamar Nugent, Deceased, were issued on the 6th day of October, 2015, in Cause No. P-17350, pending in the County Court, Orange County, Texas, to: Gary lee lamar. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o Jerry V. Pennington

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en that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Robert Bland, Jr., Deceased, were issued on October 6, 2015, in Cause No. P17331, pending in the County Court at Orange County, Texas, to: Robert Bland III. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

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Notice to Creditors Notice is hereby given

that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Betty Spell Mitchell, Deceased, were issued on July 27, 2015, in Cause No. 17269, pending in the County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas, to: Donna Mitchell Parker. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

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DATED: the 9th day of October, 2015.

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NOTICE OF RATE CHANGE REQUEST On September 11, 2015, Entergy Texas, Inc. (ETI) filed an application for approval of a Transmission Cost Recovery Factor (TCRF) with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (Commission). The TCRF is requested in accordance with the Public Utility Regulatory Act Section 36.209 and Commission Rule 25.239. A TCRF allows a utility to recover its reasonable and necessary costs that have occurred since the end of the test year in the utility’s last base rate case for transmission infrastructure improvement and changes in wholesale transmission charges to the electric utility under a tariff approved by a federal regulatory authority. ETI is seeking recovery of costs for transmission capital investments it incurred from April 1, 2013 through June 30, 2015. ETI also seeks to recover approved transmission charges that are not otherwise being recovered through rates. ETI’s proposed Rider TCRF is designed to result in an increase in revenues of $13,058,941 on an annual basis, which amounts to a 1.62% increase in ETI’s annualized non-fuel revenue as approved in its most recently completed base rate case (Docket No. 41791), and a 0.95% increase in ETI’s overall annualized revenue including fuel costs as approved in Docket No. 41791. The impact of the rate change on various customer classes will vary from the overall impact described in this notice. ETI has requested that the Commission make this change effective 35 days after its application was filed. The proposed effective date is subject to suspension and extension by actions that may be taken by the Commission. All customers in ETI’s Texas retail rate classes are affected by this request. ETI also requests that the Commission or assigned administrative law judge issue an order establishing a temporary TCRF rate of zero for each affected rate class effective 120 days after the filing of this Application. The rate ultimately established in the Commission’s final order in this proceeding would then be made effective back to the date that the temporary rate was established and would then be subject to true-up to the extent the TCRF established pursuant to the final order in this docket differs from that temporary TCRF rate. Persons with questions or who want more information on this filing may contact ETI at Entergy Texas, Inc., Attn: Customer Service—2015 TCRF Case, 350 Pine Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701, or call 1-800-368-3749 (once you hear: “Welcome to Entergy” select 1, then 5, then 6, then 2, then 2) during normal business hours. A complete copy of this application is available for inspection at the address listed above. The commission has assigned Docket No. 45084 to this proceeding and set October 12, 2015 as the deadline for a party to file a request for a hearing on the application. Persons who wish to intervene in or comment upon this proceeding should notify the Public Utility Commission of Texas as soon as possible, as an intervention deadline will be imposed. A request to intervene or for further information should be mailed to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. Further information may also be obtained by calling the Public Utility Commission at (512) 936-7120 or (888) 782-8477. Hearing- and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the Commission at (512) 936-7136. The deadline for intervention in this proceeding is 45 days after the date the application was filed with the Commission. All communications should refer to Docket No. 45084.

c/o Steve Parkhurst Attorney at Law 1009 Green Ave. Orange, Texas 77630 DATeD the 6th day of October, 2015

Steve Parkhurst Steve Parkhurst

Attorney for Robert Bland III State Bar No.: 00797206 1009 Green Ave. Orange, Texas 77630 Telephone: (409) 883-0892 Facsimile: (409) 670-0888

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