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Vol. 58 No. 27

The Community Newspaper of Orange, Texas

Week of Wednesday, November 2, 2016

County no candidate for ‘Purple’ haze Dave Rogers

For The Record

No trend watcher would be foolish enough to predict Orange County changing from red to blue in next Tuesday’s presidential election.

But a woman can dream, can’t she?

Deborah Mitchell, Orange County Democratic Party chair, has been enjoying recent speculation that Hillary Clinton could become the first Democratic presidential candidate since Jimmy Carter in 1976 to win Texas’ electoral votes, now numbered at 38.

“If Texas doesn’t turn blue, I think it’ll turn purple,” she said, “with more counties turning blue.”

Just probably not Orange County.

In 2012, Democrat Barack Obama won re-election as president with a four-point (51 percent to 47 percent) win over Republican Mitt Romney.

But in Orange County, Romney romped over Obama

Mitchell

Faske

by a margin of 76 percent to 22 percent of the county’s record 30,836 voters.

Trump’s top voter demographic, according to many pollsters, is white men with a high school education.

According to the 2010 Census, 86 percent of Orange County residents are white and 86 percent of its adults over 25 lack a four-year college degree.

“We’re a blue collar county, that’s for sure,” Sheila Faske, the Orange County Republican Party chairperson, said.

“People want their jobs.

When people have to move away to get a job, that’s sad.

“The current administration – and Hillary too – are friends of industry.”

Faske, who runs an office furniture and printing business, is confident in her party’s nominee, Trump.

“I think he’ll beat Romney’s margin from 2012,” she said.

Early voting in Orange County is at an all-time high.

Even though there are no contested local races, the 16,126 votes cast through

Monday night represent a 12.7 rise over the same period in the 2012 election.

In that general election four years ago, Democrats opposed Republican candidates in five local races – two for county commissioner, two for constable and one for county court at-law judge.

That 2012 election set the

record for Orange County voting, with 30,836 votes cast.

“It’s all the publicity of this particular election as well as the candidates,” said Mitchell, whose day job is at the North Early Learning Center as Family Services Manager, in explaining the voter turnout.

“You have a candidate that’s a television celebrity and one who’s quite versed in politics.

And she’s a female.”

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St. Mary and St. Francis hold canival in

Strange mix opposes city’s Nativity spending Dave Rogers

For The Record

Talk about unlikely partners.

A devout Southern Baptist and a group of local atheists are united in being upset about the city of Orange’s $20,000 purchase of Christmas decorations that includes a life-size Nativity scene.

The 14-piece, $7,999 Nativity scene, including a 7-foottall angel to watch over Jesus, Joseph, Mary and the three wise men, is one of nine holiday icons city council voted to purchase last week.

The fiberglass likenesses

“The Lord himself will fight for you; you only have to keep still.”

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are to be placed on the lawn of city hall, replacing a much smaller Nativity scene that was at the center of controversy last year.

In 2015, when the Orange County Atheists group asked to hang a “Happy Holidays” banner at city hall, the city opted to relocate the Nativity scene to a nearby private park.

The additional non-Christian decorations that include Santa Claus, a sleigh and three reindeer, a 10-foot-tall toy soldier and a 9-foot Jewish menorah were chosen because the mix puts the display in compliance with federal regulations, Mayor Jimmy Sims said.

Wayne Guidry, the only city council member to vote against the purchase, held up a Bible and told fellow council members there were far more important things to spend taxpayer money on.

“I’m a devout Southern Baptist,” said Guidry, who spent four years overseas as a missionary before starting a career in education. “When I read the Bible and ask ‘What would Jesus do?’ I think He’d go out and feed the needy.

“I think we as Christians often fight the wrong battles.

I think this is a good example.”

The display of a Nativity scene on the city hall lawn has been a long-time end-ofyear tradition in Orange and people were surprised by OCA’s request last December to display a banner that read: “Whether you are celebrating Saturnalia, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, the Winter ORANGE NATIVITY Page 3A

St. Mary Catholic School hosted their annual Halloween Carnival last night. St. Francis of Assisi Church joined assisted in the preparation and fun. Susie Thompson’s Kindergarten class hosted the “Bowling” booth. There were concessions in conjunction with all types of booths, a cake walk, a hayride and a bouncy house. Pictured: Mrs. Thompson and her class in front of their booth.

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Parole denied for killer of OPD officer Debby Schamber For The Record

The killer of 31-year-old Danny Gray, an Orange Police Officer killed in the line of duty in June 1974 will not be getting out of prison anytime soon. The Texas Board of Pardons and Parole denied parole for Billy Wayne Dowden,79, and the next review will be in 2021.

Billy Ray Dowden was given a life sentence in the ground breaking case. Although he was not the shooter, it was ruled Gray was murdered because of the actions of Billy Ray Dowden, Charles Dowden and Clifford Blancett and therefore they would be held accountable.

Captain Gray became the third police officer killed in the line of duty during an attempted jail escape.

Before the shooting occurred, Gray would accomplish something he had always wanted to do which was to catch a suspect during a robbery. The chain of events began around 1 a.m. when he

Danny Gray was killed in the line of duty in 1974.

was dispatched to a convenience store located at 10th Street and Green Avenue.

The robber, Charles Dowden, walked out of the store still wearing his mask. He was stuffing the pistol into his back pocket when he saw the officers. Dowden reached back for the gun, but realized it was too late and surrendered.

At about 4 a.m., Charles Dowden’s brother, Billy Wayne Dowden, along with his accomplice, Clifford Blan-

cett, arrived at the jail to break his brother out. Charles Dowden was upstairs in a jail cell when the chaos began.

Billy Wayne Dowden, wearing a mask, entered the building by suddenly bursting through the door. Blancett waited outside. Once inside, Billy Wayne Dowden went through the door of the dispatcher’s office demanding the release of his brother. He coldly put a pistol up to the dispatcher’s face, Ronnie Denton.

Gray, who was standing near the dispatcher’s window, hit Dowden in the face which knocked him into the hallway. By this time, Blancett had come into the building and struck Gray over the head with a shot gun which caused the gun to break. Dowden attempted to use Gray as a shield to once again enter the small dispatch room, according to Denton.

In the mean time, Denton ran back to the area near the stairwell of the small office to quickly grab a gun and begin loading it. Denton looked up

and saw the door opening again and began shooting. At the time, Denton didn’t know his fellow officer had already been shot.

The next thing Denton knew, Dowden was standing in the hallway at the dispatcher’s window.

Denton had a clear shot of the suspect and knew he had to act quickly. As bullets were fired into the small room, Denton thought of his wife and children and questioned if he was going to live through the gunfire. Denton tried to fire the gun again, but all he heard was a click when the gun failed to fire.

Dowden returned fire a total of nine times. The room grew quiet and Denton seized the opportunity to call for help from other officers.

Dowden was out of bullets, so he and Blancett fled the scene.

After all the commotion and shooting, Gray lay dead with a bullet to the head. His gun had never left its’ holster.

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Orange Nativity Solstice, or any other holiday this time of year, the Orange County Atheists would like to wish you … Happy Holidays!”

Clara Gilley, OCA spokesperson, said her group of about five dozen members was surprised to hear about this year’s end run by the city.

“Our initial reaction was that of shock,” she said. “The religious part aside, it’s kind of ridiculous to spend that amount of money on lawn decorations.

“And they’ve added a menorah. Well, I guess they think they’re being all-inclusive because they added something for the Jewish faith. But that’s not being all-inclusive.

“We’re checking to see if what the city did is legal.”

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Above is the image of the future City of Orange Natiivity Scene as proposed and accepted.

Sims said it is. He said last year’s request by OCA to fly its banner caused the city to take a second look at its traditional holiday display.

“Nobody sued us, nobody threatened to sue us,” he said.

“We just look at the language of what the federal law said – that you need to be in compliance. We weren’t in compliance.

“Now we’re in compliance.”

Gilley said her group’s sign request had been misunderstood.

“Last year, a lot of people got pretty upset,” she said.

“They assumed we forced the city to remove the Nativity.

We just asked the city to include us.”

The Orange County Court-

Elections: County no ‘Purple’ haze 2008 and 16 in 2012.

A Democrat hasn’t won a state-wide election in Texas since 1994.

Clinton caused a stir in October by buying airtime for commercials in Texas -something Obama never bothered doing in the state so close to Election Day. But that was before FBI Director James Comey unleashed his “October surprise,” rekindling the flames on the issue of the former Secretary of State’s private email server.

“Polls are going up and down based on breaking news,” Mitchell said. “People don’t know which websites are credible. But I think people have already made up their minds.”

Like Mitchell, Faske is going through her first presidential election as county chair. And Faske says with her side having already won the local elections, she feels a bit like the old Maytag appliance repairman.

“The role of chairman changes from the primary election to the general election: you join the candidates.

But if you don’t have an opponent, there’s not much to do,”

she said.

Besides urging all she encounters to vote a straight Republican ticket, Faske spends a lot of time passing out and putting up Trump campaign signs.

“The No. 1 complaint I’ve heard this year is there are no campaign signs out,” she said.

“Normally, the complaints are about all there being too many campaign signs out.”

Mitchell also is pushing all registered voters to exercise their right to choose and vote.

Early voting continues through Friday at four Orange County locations. Polling places for the county’s 34 voting precincts will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8.

“If I have to say anything, it’d be to tell people to get out and vote,” Mitchell said.

“Whoever the president is, it weighs on everyday life.

The president has to appoint Supreme Court justices, has to work on healthcare, work on the economy, represent this country in global affairs.

“We need someone experienced to represent us. There’s too much at stake.”

Orange County Voting Precincts Polling Places

General Election Nov. 8, 2016

By Voting Boxes

1. Cove Baptist Church, 1005 Dupont Dr., Orange 2. West Orange Stark Middle School, 1402 W. Green St., Orange 3. North School, 801 Cordrey St., Orange 4. Alexander Homes Senior Citizens Center, 2023 N. 4th St., Orange 5. Trinity Baptist Church, 1819 N. 16th St., Orange 6. North Orange Pentecostal, 7144 N. 16th St. (N. Hwy 87), Orange 7. National Guard Armory, 4103 Meeks Dr., Orange 8. LCM Administration Building, 6586 FM 1130, Orange 9. Sabine River Authority, 12777 N. Hwy 87, Orange 10. Winfree Baptist Church, 19525 Hwy 62 S., Orange 11. West Orange City Hall, 2700 Western Ave., Orange 12. West Orange Stark High School, 1400 Newton St., Orange 13. Masonic Temple, 3528 South St., Orange 14. The Salvation Army, 1950 MLK Dr., Orange 15. Texas Dept. of Transportation Building, 3128 N. Hwy 62, Mauriceville 16. Mauriceville Volunteer Fire Department, 10691 N. Hwy 62, Mauriceville 17. Pine Forest Baptist Church, 4800 N. Main St., Vidor

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18. Oak Forest Elementary School, 2400 Hwy 12, Vidor 19. Raymond Gould Community Center, 385 Claiborne St., Vidor 20. Vidor High School, 500 Orange St., Vidor 21. Rose City City Hall, 370 Rose City Dr., Vidor 22. Pecan Acres Baptist Church, 14795 Duncan Woods Lane, Vidor 23. Orangefield High School, 10058 FM 105, Orangefield 24. Bridge City High School, 2690 Texas Ave., Bridge City 25. Bridge City Public Works Building, 220 Nitsche St., Bridge City 26. Bridge City Knights of Columbus Hall, 495 W. Roundbunch Road, Bridge City 27. Pine Forest Elementary School, 4150 N. Main St., Vidor 28. St. Paul Methodist Church, 1155 W. Roundbunch Road, Bridge City 29. Vidor High School, 500 Orange St., Vidor 30. Orange County Drainage District, 8081 Old Hwy 90, Orange 31. First United Methodist Church, 11929 Hwy 12, Mauriceville 32. Orange County Expo Center, 11475-B Hwy 1442, Orange 33. Vidor Elementary School, 400 E. Railroad St., Vidor 34. Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 1600 N. Main St., Vidor

house, a few blocks from city hall, has an annual tradition of putting up a Christmas Nativity scene, too.

On Oct. 25, the same day city council voted 3-1 to approve its $20,626 purchase of decorations, county commissioners voted to spend $560 to replace a decades-old Nativity with a new one that’s 4-feet tall and plastic.

“Last year, we didn’t ask anything about the courthouse. We just asked to put our sign up at city hall,” Gilley said.

“They had a Christmas tree there donated by the paper mill, so we figured it’d be OK if we made a donation. That’s why we asked to put up our sign.”

In his report on the new city of Orange decorations to city manager Shawn Oubre

and city council, Jim Wolf, public works director, included a diagram of where the new Nativity is to be placed on the lawn.

It’s a 10-foot by 20-foot area that includes the Nativity scene and a $629 manger on the northwest corner of the lawn, not far from where the previous Nativity scene sat.

City council members Pat Pullen, Essie Bellfield and Larry Spears voted in favor of buying the decorations.

Council members Annette Pernell and Bill Mello were absent.

“I’m not saying what council did was wrong,” Guidry said in an interview this week.

“They did what they thought was right. I did what I thought was right.”

County Commissioner Polling Places Precinct 1 – Voting Boxes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 8, 9 Precinct 2 – Voting Boxes: 13,

14, 15, 16, 29, 30, 31, 32 Precinct 3 – Voting Boxes: 10, 11, 12, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 28 Precinct 4 – Voting Boxes: 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 27, 33, 34

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burying a child, J.B., her husband and her siblings. As hurtful as her life was I admired how she remained strong.

She was very independent and yes, outspoken. She didn’t take much gruff from anyone. Most of her life she worked in public and never accepted being treated like a second class citizen because of her gender. She was the exception. Some say it’s a shame she didn’t get to know her great-grandkids, the twins, etc. The real shame is that those grandchildren never got to know their remarkable grandmother, a strong woman of character. For the first time in history a woman has a chance at the presidency. It struck me as odd that the election was on the anniversary of Jewel’s death. You see, Jewel was for women’s rights long before it was popular. She would have had plenty to say about this election in strong words, especially about Trump’s groping and treatment of women. She didn’t cut Bill Clinton any slack over Monica either. When will the glass ceiling be broken? This could be it. November 8 has a special meaning in the past and future for me. If Hillary wins it will be a tribute to all the other strong women who came before her and historical for those who follow.

From The Creaux’s Nest IT WILL SOON BE OVER By the time voters go to the polls on Nov. 5, the presidential campaign will have run over 600 days, starting with Ted Cruz’s announcement in March of 2015. The ugliness of the campaign throughout the entire Republican Primary and into the General Election’s name calling, lying and sex scandals has added stress to the American people but it hasn’t decreased voter turnout and voting records being set in many places. Of course the email case extension by FBI director James Comey was political even if he didn’t intend it to be. To come out with a Clinton aide being investigated certainly doesn’t help Clinton’s campaign in a close race, with just 11 days before the election. It’s very harmful because it is misunderstood by the voters.

There is no smoking gun. Chances are nothing will ever prove to be a crime. My bet is after next Wednesday we will never hear emails again but what if it cost the only woman to have a chance at being president to lose the election. The heat is on Comey, who will face a political storm now and possible have history blaming him for stealing the race from a woman with his unprecedented actions. Half of the country will hate him. History will show how a Republican FBI director managed to cost the first woman the election. Personally, I don’t believe he set out to influence the election but it was a mistake, just like Hillary Clinton made a mistake by using a private server.

On the other hand what Trump is doing to our democracy is also a serious offense. He vows to lock up his political opponent, calls the election “Rigged” and will not promise to respect the results unless he wins. He is the first presidential candidate not to release his tax returns.

It’s known he hasn’t paid any taxes in 24 years. He owes China $682 million and no telling how much to Russian interest. Chances are there are many ethical landmines buried in his records. The most troublesome are his financial and sentimental ties to Vladimir Putin. You can bet the Trump brand is involved. Trump lacks presidential temperament. He is almost completely ignorant of foreign policy. As Commander-in-Chief, he is very scary. He thinks NATO, the most successful alliance in history, is obsolete. He believes Japan and South Korea should have nuclear weapons to protect themselves. He wants to order U.S. troops to commit war crimes by killing relatives of terrorists. He vows to launch trade wars that will cost millions of jobs. Most of all Trump is not fit to be president because of his sick ego and ignorance of governing. He is a very dangerous man who should never have his finger on the nuclear button. The email flap, which is much about nothing, doesn’t change the fact that Hillary Clinton is sane and safe. Trump is the least qualified, most dangerous presidential candidate in U.S. history. No one has ever run for the office with as much experience and qualifications as Sec. Clinton. A former First Lady of a state, First Lady of the country, a successful U.S. Senator, with 450 bills containing her signature, and a great record around the globe as Secretary of State and in January was named for the 20th time the “World’s Most Admired Woman.” It’s not even a close call. It will be a miscarriage of justice if the last minute email political play robs the American people of the one sincere choice.***** I’ve got to move on. Come along, I promise it won’t do you no harm THE GLASS CEILING AND JEWEL BEARDEN I’ve always admired strong women who not only take up for themselves but are also outspoken about injustices to others. I’ve been fortunate in my lifetime to have known some strong women in a time when women were supposed to be seen and keep their options to themselves. There was a time when it was almost unheard of for a woman to interrupt a man or contradict him. Through the first half of my years women were looked down on as second class citizens, even by other women. Mothers most often told their daughters who were getting married “To obey their husband.” It was an accepted way of life. Before a wife would make even a small purchase she would say, “I have to ask my husband first.” A man always got away with things that would never be tolerated by a woman doing it. The last half of my life big changes have been made on attitude toward women but there is a strong belief by many men that women are not really equals. You find that to be true in the least educated males. Also many women in higher positions should never be doing a man’s job. In fact I recall when the school teachers were women but the principle was always a man, sometime the only male in the school other than a couple of coaches. It might have been different in some parochial schools. An example I recall as a youngster that women were not the priority was when Mom and I got in a line to sign up for war rations.

She was told, “You and the boy will have to get in the other line.” It was a longer line with just one clerk compared to three or four clerks in the men’s line. When I asked Mom why, she said, “I guess because the men have to get back to work.” It was just accepted that men came first.

So you see why electing a woman as president of the United States even today is considered breaking the high glass ceiling. There are still many people who believe a woman shouldn’t hold such a high position and many will continue to believe that until the glass ceiling is broken.

Even today some men have told me it will never happen.

Of course it’s some of the same people who said a Black would never be elected president. We will soon find out, Nov. 8 is next Tuesday. I find that date ironic. You see on Nov. 8, 15 years ago, in 2001, a special strong lady Jewel Herring Bearden, 83 passed away. She was born in East Texas on Jan. 2, 1918, at a time when women didn’t have many rights, not even the right to vote. Jewel married Jim Bob and they raised two sons. She suffered the blows of

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2006 Don Fields, 57, Bridge City mayor for six years, has been selected by Bridge City Chamber to serve as holiday parade marshal to be held Nov. 18. The Chamber also launched its new website this week.*****A 20 years old mother has been sentenced to serve 20 years in prison by Dist Judge Dennis Powell. Amber Naomi Martin pleated guilty to injury to her child. The baby was seven months old. He suffered a broken leg and severe bruising on his back, legs and face. Martin and her 25 year old boyfriend, Eric Wade Lowe, were arrested after hospital employees alerted the police of the child’s injuries. Martin stated at the hospital that they were “discipling” the baby when he sustained the injuries. Lowe’s trial is set for Jan. 20. He is charged with injury to a child and like Miller could face up to 99 years in prison if convicted. (Editor’s note: I don’t recall the outcome of Lowe’s case. I believe he pleaded guilty. I wonder if today they have served their time and are out. *****The Rev. Ted Haggard, president of the National Association of Evangelicals 30 million membership, admits to sexual immorality, paying for sex with males.*****A collection of mosquitoes trapped in Orange County last week tested positive for West Nile Virus. They were located between highway 87 and Highway 62, north of IH-10.*****Bridge City quarterback Johnny Dishon surpassed the 1,000-yard rushing mark during the Cardinal 27-7 win over Hamshire-Fannett. Also this week, the 17-year-old Dishon signed to play baseball with the LSU Tigers next fall. He is expected to be in the third or fourth round of the NFL draft. Johnny said he probably wouldn’t take it and will go to college. He said, “If I can’t accept an offer in the draft I won’t be eligible until after my junior year but that’s ok. I will have my education.” (Editor’s note: I understand 10 years later, that Johnny and his wife live in Bridge City. He graduated from LSU and made a stab at pro-baseball but the climb to the majors would take some time so he quit to concentrate on making a living.)*****GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN: Chad Bonvillian, 32, of Mauriceville, passed away Nov. 5. Services were held Wednesday,, Nov. 8. Chad worked as a scaffold builder in the construction industry and he and wife Christie were expecting their third child. He enjoyed spending time with his family, caring for his yard and practicing his religion. He is survived by wife Christie, mother Jane Wilcox, daughters Madilyn Jean and Morgan Jane, brothers Johathan Bonvillian, Carl Wilcos, Jr., Terry Wilcox and Christopher Wilcox.*****Teri Williamson, 44, died Saturday, Nov. 4. Services were held Sunday. Teri was the devoted daughter of Neeta Peveto Williamson. She is survived, other than her mother, are sisters Teena Nixon, Tracie Ham, nieces Amanda Nixon and Amanda Ham, nephews Kory and Joey Ham.*****Ronald Borel, 66, of Orange passed away Nov. 3. Services were held Sunday at Claybar Funeral Home. He was retired as Senior Systems Engineer for ABB Instruments. He was owner of Affordable Appliance and a member of Eagle Radio Control Airplane Flying Club. He is survived by wife Patrica Ann Borel, mother, Mary Borel, son Gary Borel, and daughter Deziree Stone and their families.*****Jean Burt, 79, passed away Nov. 1. Services were held at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. A lifelong resident of the Golden Triangle area she had lived in Bridge City since 1958. She was a homemaker and wonderful mother and grandmother. She is survived by daughter Barbara Jean Mendoza, sons William Burt and Bob Burt and grandchildren, sister Betty Mauro and brother Sam Helton.

40 Years Ago-1976 Bridge City Homecoming Queen is June Nazat; Band Sweetheart, Melissa King; Football Sweetheart, Kim Daniels. All three are lovely young ladies.*****At Orangefield, Julie Breaux was chosen Homecoming Queen; Angie Hastings, Band Queen and Patti Peveto, Football Sweetheart.*****Beverly Matsowkas is now associated with Cooper Realty.*****Bridge City’s Toney Mulholland is featured in an article in “Sport’s Illustrated.”*****Covering high school sports for the Opportunity Valley News are insiders Mark Mortimer, LC-M Bears; Liz Venable, BC Cardinals; Lastie Duhon, WO Chiefs.*****Hondo Crouch, 59, owner, mayor, clown and cracker philosopher of the tiny Texas town of Luckenbach, died last week.*****Kinky Friedman and the ‘Jew Boys,’ have been banned from the popular Austin City Limits program. They don’t fit the rest of the television series program singing such songs as, “They Don’t make Jews Like Jesus Anymore.”*****Danny Brack and Carl Thibodeaux are holding a third anniversary sale at West Orange Food Center and Pharmacy.****Happy birthday to Ann Lieby and Police Chief Wilson Roberts this week. She celebrates Nov. 3, Wilson Nov. 7.*****New Bridge City police officers sworn in by city attorney H.D. Pate are Sterling Simoneaux and John Calvert O’Hnowski. Chief Roberts said he was pleased to obtain officers of their caliber and experience.

A FEW HAPPENINGS Bridge City grad Matt Bryant, whose number 99 football jersey was retired at Bridge City in 2003, set a new record with the Atlanta Falcons. On Sunday, Bryant became the Falcon’s all-time leading scorer with 809 points. He kicked a 38-yard field goal to tie Morten Anderson’s 806, then added a 40-yard field goal and three extra points to beat Greenbay 33-32. It took Anderson 124 games, Bryant did it in 103 games. Matt also kicked a 62-yard field goal in 2006 while with the Buccaneers which is still the third longest kick in NFL history. Matt’s mother, sister and other relatives are Bridge City residents. His late father, Casey, would be proud of Matt’s latest accomplishments.*****The First Baptist Church of Mauriceville is having their big garage sale all day Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. A lot of great bargains. You never know what great items you will find at a large garage sale like this one.*****Our friends Sue

and Tommy Simar have just returned from a road trip to Pennsylvania. They visited sights along the way. Unfortunately they saw many forest fires from the drought. Sue had returned home to visit an old cousin and her parent’s gravesites. She says it was probably her last trip home.

Her son drove them on what they describe as a great trip.*****A few folks we know celebrating their special day in the next few days. Nov. 2: Celebrating birthdays on this day are Dale Dardeau, Amy Skidmore, Kimberly Hall, Julia Lutcher and Joyce Grant. Joining them are R&B singer Stevie J, 45, actors Shah Rukh Khan, 51, David Schwimmer, 50 and Kendall Schmidt, 26.*****Nov. 3: Everyone’s friend Denise Stanton celebrates today as does Dale Carlton. One of the special folks I know going back many years is Ann Lieby. We wish Ann a very special happy birthday. Also celebrating are Tommy Green, Skeet Boehme, Donna Bell and David Hebert. Celebrities celebrating on this day are football player Colin Kaepernick, 29, wrestler Cameron Lynn, 29, model Kendall Jenner, 21 and pop singer Tom Mann, 23.*****Nov. 4: Special Happy Birthday today to Louise Fuselier, Kim Moore, Gail Hass, Pam Guyote and Loretta Meadows. Joining them are actor Matthew Mcconaughey, 47, football player Dez Bryant, 28 and rapper Sean Combs, 47.*****Nov. 5: former mayor and county commissioner, CPA John Dubose celebrates today. Also celebrating is our friend Sharon Dunn Permeaux, teacher Pat Stanton, Connie’s better half, Kember Ess also has a birthday as does Camden Walton and Gina Beaulieu. Joining them are singer Bryan Adams, 57, actor Luke Hemsworth, 34 and reality stars Nick Bateman, 48 and Kris Jenner, 60. On this day Mary and Don Stanton celebrate their 50th anniversary. Congrats. Happy anniversary also to Tammy and Shawn Davis.*****Nov. 6: Johnny Montagne celebrates a birthday today. Johnny is a fine young man, very much like his mom. Also having their special day are Jackie Litton, Kay Wingate, Faye Harrington, Kathy Johnson, Greg Broussard and Derek Grooms.

Celebrities joining them are basketball player Lamar Odom, 37, actors Emma Stone, 28, Katie Leclerc, 30 and Pierce Fode, 25.*****Nov. 7: Our buddy Pearl Harbor survivor Cederic Stout turns 96 today and marching on to 100. Longtime law enforcement office and our longtime friend Wilson Roberts celebrates also. He and wife V.J. celebrate their 28th anniversary the new day, Nov. 8.******Nov. 8: Today is Election Day. Having birthdays are Debra Burch, Keith Longlois, Dee Moran and Aaron Hommel. Joining them are actor Benjamin King, 44, chef Gordon Ramsay, 50 and reality star Sophie Kasaei, 27.*****Our buddy and longtime sports writer Joe Kazmar is under the weather and won’t have a column this week. Joe has been going to the doctor for test to find out what the pain in his side is. He can’t sleep and doesn’t want to eat. Hopefully he will be well soon.*****On paper I figured the Cubs would win the World Series in seven games. As I sit here before game six, the Cubs trail the Indians 3-2. They have to win the last two and that’s big odds to overcome. I’ve never watched World Series games before that featured such great pitching on both teams.******The Wednesday Lunch Bunch dines at JB’s Barbeque this week and at Robert’s next week. Everyone always welcome.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Las week, Miss Maude Comeaux, who is up in age, was standing at da bus stop in Laffayette. Da wind was really blowing and she was holding her hat on her head with boat hands so it wouldn’t blow away.

Sostan Premeaux, wat new her, approached her and said, “Miss Maude, I don’t intend to be forward me, but did you know dat your dress is blowing up in dis high wind?”

“Mais yea, I know dat me, but I need boat my hands to hold onto my hat.”

Premeaux say, “Miss Maude, you not wearing any panties and you exposing youself.”

Miss Maude looked down and back up at Sostan and explained, “Well son, anyting you see down there is 85-years-old, but me, I jus bought dis nice hat yesterday.

WHAT SHOE MIGHT YET FALL Well, this is my last column before next Tuesday’s Election so it will be two weeks before I can comment on the results. A big surprise to me has been the record setting early vote turnout in Orange County because of no local races and the belief that voters would be turned off by both presidential candidates. The voting in Texas is at an all time high. Forty-percent more than in the 2012 election. Trump is leading by only one point, yet the Clinton team refuses to spend money in the state. Since the email flap is likely to tighten the race I should redo my predictions and scale down a little on the Electoral College vote but the end results should be the same. I’ve lived through many elections but this, from start to finish, was the wildest. From Trump calling everyone names to “Little Marco” talking about Trump’s small hands. No one expected the October Surprise bomb to come in the form that it did. There are six more days to Election Day. In politics that’s an eternity. The other shoe might yet fall.

First CNBC is reporting that the FBI is investigating Russia’s interference in the U.S. election. The FBI director, Comey, opposes releasing details because it is too close to the election but it might leak anyway. Also a report is forthcoming from the Washington Post that shows even though Trump claims he has given millions to charity no evidence from 490 charities reflect that he has ever donated but one $10,000 donation, eight years ago.

Also, a report might come out this week that Trump is not being audited by the IRS as he claims. Trump has claimed that he is financing his own campaign. Not true.

He has 369,480 donors, plus millions from the RNC. The latest report shows Trumps has put only $35 million in his campaign as a loan. He could get his money back and have no skin in the game. Also he may face another woman that he’s groped going public. Those are just some possibilities. Trump has so much baggage it could come from many directions. A fraud case would be very likely.

All that Clinton has to face is the email flap.*****Well, it’s time for me to get out of here. Thanks for your time.

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Orange County Happenings WOSISD Pastor Luncheon

West Orange – Cove CISD would like to invite area church leaders to attend a Pastor Luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016.

The event will provide the occasion to share information.

The luncheon will be held Thursday, Nov. 3 at 11:30 a.m. at the WOCCISD Educational Service Center Community Outreach Room, 902 W. Park Aveenue, Orange. Church leaders should contact the WOCCISD Superintendent’s Office at 8825600 to confirm attendance by Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m.

Orange County Friends

Orange County Friends (OCF) is a social club open to all residents in Orange County. Our dues are $15 per year. Please contact Pam Cox at 409-670-8646 for questions regarding membership or activities. November activities are follows: Nov. 3 - 11:00 am BRIDGE at the Garden District, Nov. 14 - 2:00 pm BOOK CLUB at the Jumping Bean, Nov. 14 - 6:00 pm NIGHT BUNCO, Nov. 16 - 1:30 pm MAH JONG, Nov. 18 - 9:00 am OUT & ABOUT at Mistletoe & Moss.

VFW Auxilary Garage Sale

JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS....Orange Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary 2775 are taking reservations for their upcoming Indoor Garage Sale. Tables are being rented for $10 each. Vendors are not allowed to do food nor bring in their own tables. The Vendors will be able to set up on Friday Evening,November 4th from 3 to 8 pm. Saturday morning, November 5th, the doors will open to vendors only at 6:30am, then to the public from 7 am until 2pm. The kitchen will be open from 9 until no longer busy. For further information or reservations, contact Chairman Mary Snapp during the day at 409697-0380...Please, no calls after 6pm.

City of WO accepting booth reservations for Holiday in the Park

Holiday in the Park will be held this year on Nov. 5, 9 am until dusk, at the park next to WO City Hall, 2700 Western Ave. The community festival features food booths, craft booths and children’s activities. Booth sites are available for $30 for non-electic (14x14) and $50 for electric booths (20x14). Booths are rented on a first come, first served basis.

Space is limited and the early you make your reservation, the better the booth location.

The city reserves the right to the sale of all carbonated beverages. No alcohol of any kind will be sold at, or allowed on the festival grounds.

Rules and regulations, as well as site maps and registration form can be found at www.cityofwestorange.com. For more information, or to reserve a booth space, call City Hall at 8833468.

Liberty Baptist Church holds Grand Opening

Liberty Baptist Church of Bridge City will hold their Grand Opening for the new Children’s Wing, Sunday, November 6, beginning at 9:15 am. The church is located at 2717 W. Roundbunch Rd (FM 1442).

Students to honor Veterans

On Monday, November 7th between 1 - 2:30 p.m. several area middle/junior high schools, National Junior Honor Societies and Student Councils, will be coming to Hillcrest Memorial Gardens and Orange Forest Lawn Cemeteries to place a flag at every veteran’s grave.

Scottish Society to meet 11/10

The Scottish Society of Southeast Texas will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2016 in the Parlor at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1350 N. 23rd St. @ Gladys, Beaumont, Tx. A 30th Year Celebration of the Society’s founding(1986-2016) will commence with our usual good food (some Scottish) accompanied by bagpipe melodies, stories of an active participation in many multicultural festivals and education programs throughout the Golden Triangle, and the photos of colorful members. Guest are invited to attend. If you are interested in Scotland, its history and culture, call 409-898-4986 for more information.

Good Shepherd Chili Meal fundraiser

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church(Bridge City) is conducting a Chili fundraiser on Wednesday, November 16th from 11am to 1 pm. We are using our famous chili recipe that we used in the past, of which all of you gave us Thumbs up. The chili meal is the first part of our annual Christmas Bazaar. All proceeds from this fundraiser go toward our Music Scholarship Program which provides $1000.00 scholarships each fall and spring semester to two music major students at a local college and/or university.

Our menu selection is listed below for your convenience: Chili Meal (1 pint chili, 1 cup rice, 1 small bag of Fritos, cheese, onions, dessert) $8.50 1 Quart frozen Chili, $12.00 1 Pint frozen Chili, $6.00 Tickets can be purchased by calling the church office @ 409735-4573 On the day of this event (Nov. 16th) the meal and/or frozen orders can be picked up, delivered, or you may dine in. Tea will be provided for those who wish to dine in. Please call the church today to purchase your tickets in order to guarantee your meal.

The Christmas Bazaar is Saturday, November 19th from 9am2pm. There will be 7 local vendors all selling various items for Christmas gifts. The church will be selling home-made basket items, Rada Cutlery, Durham-Ellis nut products. The nut products can be purchased now by calling the church. Thank you so very much for your support, and may god bless you,

Golden K Kiwanis Club of Orange host a Retirement Reception

Golden K Kiwanis Club of Orange will host a Retirement Reception for our two retiring members, Bessie Mae Ford & Dolores Cleaver, at 10 a.m. on Wed., Nov. 9, at the Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange.

Bessie Mae has served as a faithful member for 27 years, in every office, & several times as Lt. Gov. of the Regional Kiwanis & higher. Dolores has also been a loyal member, serving for 17 years as the local club secretary & in other offices.

You are invited to honor them by attending this important event in their lives. A Dutch treat breakfast buffet of scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, grits, gravy, biscuits, orange juice, coffee, & water will be served. Then, cake and ice cream will be offered, & a plaque will be presented to each of the retiring ladies.

Friends & family of Bessie Mae & Dolores are encouraged to attend. The media is requested to be present at this worthy event.

Please RSVP by Nov. 4th to Karen McKinney, Kiwanis Regional Lt. Gov., at 409.988.3240 or 409.746.3730.

American Legion Invites you to Racing Into CASA Christmas

American Legion Post 49 Orange, Tx Invites you to Racing Into Casa Christmas. The 2nd Annual Adult Tricycle Racing Tournament. November 12, 2016, Registration Starts at 4:00 pm, Racing Begins at 5:00 pm. $5.00 Entry Fee Per Driver, For More Information Contact Deborah 409-886-1241

The Texas Red Flashers Meeting

The Texas Red Flashers have changed their meeting date to Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at 11:30 a. m. at the Sunset Grove Country Club.Special guests will be Prince Malak and Prince Darius. They will be accompanied by Princes Diane and Lady Vi. Get in line to hold them and take pictures. We have waited nine months for them to make their appearance.Birthday ladies are: Lady Sunshine, Bobbie Johnson: and Lady Diane, Rose Smith.

For information call 409-886-1609 All ladies are welcome.

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Entertainment for the week

By Tommy Mann Jr. The Record The end of the year is fast approaching and that means a lot of busy weekends filled with music and other forms of entertainment from now through the end of December.

Visit www.localmusicguide. net for information on area venues and local artists.

Wednesday, Nov. 2 David Joel @ Cafe Del Rio Chester Daigle @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Alex Rozell @ Rikenjaks The Head, Here/After @ Texas Rose Saloon Thursday, Nov. 3 Curse and the Cure @ Cafe Del Rio Blake Sticker @ The Grill John Teague, Tyler Darby and Pug Johnson @ La Cantina -PA Danny Dillon @ Luke’s Ice-

house Beaumont Alex Rozell @ Luke’s Icehouse Mid-County Rob Copeland and Danny Broussard @ Madison’s Jared Reed @ Neches Brewing Company John Cessac and the Texas Outlaws @ Orange VFW Hall Total Strangers, Mangata @ The Red Room Nathan Horton @ Rikenjaks Zach Gonzalez @ The Rodair Roadhouse David Lee Kaiser @ Tradewinds Tavern Friday, Nov. 4 Tommy James and the Shondells @ Golden Nugget Casino Bayou Rush @ Cafe Del Rio John Cessac and the Texas Outlaws @ Cottons Cay Dustin Sonnier @ Cowboys Tyler Darby @ Dylan’s Curse and the Cure @ Groves Pecan Festival Zach Gonzalez @ Luke’s Icehouse Mid-County Rainy and The B-Sides @

- OC Happenings from 5A Meeting Of The Friends of the Orange Depot

The board and volunteers of the Friends of the Orange Depot will be held on Thursday, November 10, at 5:00pm for refreshments, 5:30pm, meeting, at Grace Lutheran Church, 2300 Eddleman Road in Orange. There will be important updates on the Depot renovation and the gala, Denim and Diamonds, coming up on November 19 at the VFW Hall on Highway 87. Tickets for sale by calling 409-886-1970 or at Lookin’ Good Salon on 16th Street.

ELF THE MUSICAL to play LUTCHER THEATER on November 12, 2016

(ORANGE, TX, 10/25/16)- NETworks Presentations, LLC, WarnerBros. Theatre Ventures andUnique Features, bring the Broadway musical ELF to the Lutcher Theater in Orange, TX, Saturday, November 12, 2016 for two performances at 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Tickets ranging from $45-$65 are available now at Lutcher.org or by calling the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409-886-5535.

From the producers that brought Shrek the Musical, Annie, and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to the Lutcher, ELF is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the

Entertainment Mackenzie’s Pub Alter Ego (Houston) @ Madison’s Rick Danna @ New York Pizza - Neches St. Tim Burge @ Pine Tree Lodge John Guidroz, Unkle Jam @ Rikenjaks Alex Rozell @ The Rodair Roadhouse Saturday, Nov. 5 Rick Springfield @ Golden Nugget Casino Center Stage @ Cafe Del Rio Rob Copeland and The Outsiders @ Dylan’s The Kingdom Mafia, Lifeless Empire, AEP, City Freaks, Hotel Dieu, Chalkline Empire, Semon Demon, Bellweather @ The Gig Chad Richard @ The Grill Frayed Soul @ Loggerheads John Cessac @ Lucky Longhorn Tyler Darby @ Luke’s Icehouse Mid-County Encore @ Madison’s Rick Danna @ The Neches

truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner ELF. Based on the beloved 2003 New Line Cinema hit, ELF features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklarand Chad Beguelin (The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) andBob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone). The production will feature direction bySam Scalamoni and choreographyby Connor Gallagher.

The New York Times says that ELF is”A SPLASHY, PEPPY, SUGAR-SPRINKLED HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT!” USA Today calls ELF “ENDEARINGLY GOOFY!” Variety proclaims, “ELFis happy enough for families, savvy enough for city kids and plenty smart for adults!”

ELF THE MUSICAL is sponsored locally by MCT Credit Union.

Wesley UMC Christmas Bazaar

Come ready to shop our Christmas Bazaar at Wesley Methodist Church, located at 401 37th Street in Orange on November 12, from 9 am to 4 pm. You will find unique gifts, Christmas decorations, a sweet shop, crafts, jewelry, pecans, walnuts, taco soup (frozen to go), links, door prizes and much more. Contact: Doris @ 409-670-7703

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River Wheelhouse Crossroads @ Pine Tree Lodge Brian Wayne and the Bluesbenders, Paul Gonsoulin @ Rikenjaks Adrian and the Sickness @ Texas Ave. Tavern Observation, Ryan Gist @ Victoria House Sunday, Nov. 6 Catch Fever, Quincey @ The Publicity Street Side Jazz Band @ Rikenjaks Tuesday, Nov. 8 Brad Brinkley @ Dylan’s Alex Rozell and Tyler Darby @ Madison’s Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Right - Rock star Rick Springfield returns to the region this Saturday night for a performance at the Golden Nugget Casino in Lake Charles, La for ages 21 and older. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets.

ary/Artistic Journal Contest

LSC-O’s Cypress Branches Literary/Artistic Journal is now taking entries for the annual publication scheduled for release in the spring of 2017. A contest to award prizes to the winners in each category has begun with an entry deadline of December 1. The contest is open to all LSC-O students. Faculty, staff, and members of the community are encouraged to enter but are ineligible for prizes.

Contest rules and entry applications can be found on the Lamar State College-Orange website at: Cypress Branches App and Rules. For additional information, contact Dr. Arlene Turkel at arlene.turkel@lsco.edu or call 409882-3902.

Hunter Education Safety Class

Texas Parks & Wildlife Hunter Education Enhanced Safety Course 4 hr. Field Part will be taught Monday Nov 14, 2016 from 6:00 Pm Till 10:00 Pm. You must complete the FREE enhanced Hunter Ed on line home study computer sections, print completed test and bring them to class. This Class is not for just hunters but, anyone who handles forearms can benefit from it. Lass class for this year. Call Danny Odom for more Information and register at 883-8118

Food Handlers Course

This course is required (effective September

2016) for all food service employees to help promote the service of safe food. It is a basic overview of food safety principles and practices that are necessary to ensure you serve safe food at your establishment. The course will be held November 3 at 6 pm at the Texas A&M AgriLIfe Extension Office, 11475 FM 1442 Orange.

Cost for the course is $20 per person and payable to FPM Account 230202 by check or money order the day of the class. No cash will be accepted. This will be the last time this class is offered this year. To register contact the Extension Office 409-882-7010.

Altar Society “Holiday Extravaganza” And Luncheon

You are cordially invited to the Altar Society “Holiday Extravaganza” And Luncheon At : Saint Mary Church Parish Hall 912 West Cherry, OrangeTexas Thursday, November 17, 2016 from 9:00 am-2:00 pm.

Homemade baked and canned Goods, Crafts, Christmas Gifts, Frozen Entrees, Jewelry, Silent Auction including Gift Baskets and more. Mrs Santa’s Workshop Specialty Gifts.

Gumbo Luncheon-$8.00 Served 11 am-1Pm, Meal Tickets Purchased at the door, Take out Available(Containers furnished) No Delivery For large orders FAX orders by noon, November 16th, to 409-883-3547, stating how many and time you are to pick up.

Liberty Baptist Church 2717 W. Roundbunch Rd. ~ Bridge City

www.libertyontheweb.com (409) 735-8721

Hayrides, Games Live Music, Bats Bugs & Owls Nov. 5 (9am - 4pm) Adults: $8, Seniors/Students: $5 Toddlers free & SCV Members free

2111 W. Park Ave., Orange, TX shangrilagardens.org

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Deaths & Memorials Shirley Marie LeBlanc-LeLeux, 73, West Orange Shirley Marie LeBlanc-LeLeux, 73, of West Orange, passed away on October 24, 2016.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00PM, Shirley Thursday, October 27, 2016, LeLeux at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

A separate visitation and Memorial services will be 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Saturday, October 29, 2016, at Stevens Funeral Home in Coleman, Texas. Burial of cremated remains will follow at Coleman Cemetery in Coleman, Texas.

Born in Coleman, Texas, on June 12, 1943, she was the daughter of Otto Rackow and Catherine Annie Boyd. Shirley liked crocheting, gardening, and collecting knick-knacks. She also always talked about her time working as a nurse. Shirley will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents. e She is survived by her sons; Clinton E. Thompson and his wife Tammy of Coleman, Texas, Jimmy Lee Thompson of West Orange, Douglas Wayne Thompson and his wife Jackie of Granbury, Texas, Justin Thompson of Clearwater, Florida, Steven Thompson of Austin, Texas, and Juan Gomez of Pereyra; her daughter, Sharman G. Badley of Canyon Lake, Texas; she is also survived by her 13 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Serving as pallbearers will be Clinton E. Thompson, Jimmy Lee Thompson, Douglas Wayne Thompson, Justin Thompson, Sharman G. Badley, and Steven Thompson.

Eric Ashly Stansbury, 61, Vidor Eric Ashly Stansbury, 61, of Vidor died Tuesday, October 25th, 2016 in Abbeville, Louisiana.

A native of Port Arthur, TX, he was raised in Eric Port Acres and was a longtime Stansbury resident of Vidor. Eric was a pipefitter for RCI in Beaumont and worked in the construction field for over 40 years. He enjoyed shooting pool, listening to music and the rodeo. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am and funeral services at 2:00 pm Sunday, October 30, 2016 at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor, with cremation to follow. Eric was preceded in death by his parents Norwood and Myrtis Stansbury. He is survived by his wife of 6 years Darla Stansbury of Vidor, TX, daughter Kourtney Nix of Vidor, TX, sons Michael Leatherwood and his wife Ann of Vidor, TX, Cody Chartin of Vidor, TX sister Paulette Powell and her husband Jerry of Houston, TX, brothers Bryce Stansbury and his wife Marilyn of Port Neches, TX, Daryl Stansbury and his wife Judy of Sour Lake, TX, Nathan Stansbury and his wife Melissa of Beaumont, TX, Troy Stansbury and his wife Maryann of Vidor, TX, and 4 grandchildren.

Kimberly Ann Lovell, 19, Orange Kimberly Ann Lovell, 19, of Orange, Texas, passed away on October 27, 2016, at her home, surrounded by loved ones.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, October 30, 2016, at Claybar Funeral

Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Melvin Payne, of St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange.

Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Ceme- Kimberly Lovell tery in West Orange.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 12:00 p.m.

Born in Beaumont, Texas, on December 1, 1996, she was the daughter of Tommy and Gloria Lovell. Kimberly was born a special needs child. She loved people and animals and always did the best she could. She enjoyed going to the deer camp and loved digging for “treasures,” no matter how minor they may be, it meant something to her. Kimberly was very much loved and will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Joe and Antoynette Young and Beamon and Wilma Lovell; and her uncle, Joe Larry Young.

Kimberly is survived by her parents; sister, Christina Taylor; brother-in-law, T.J. Taylor; niece; Destiny Taylor; uncles, Paul Young, Bobby Young, Steve Lamar, Joe Lovell, and James O’Quinn; along with her aunt, Debbie Battles.

Pallbearers will be T.J. Taylor, Steve Lamar, Joe Lovell, Terry Wayne Cooper, Don Paster, and Kenneth Anderson.

Terry Lee Culp, 59, Orange Terry Lee Culp, 59, of Orange, passed away on October 29, 2016.

Funeral services will be 7:00 PM, Tuesday, November 1, 2016, at Claybar FunerTerry al Home in Culp Bridge City.

Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Cremation will be under the direction of Haven of Rest Crematory.

Visitation will be prior to service starting at 4:00 PM. Born in Mt. Clemons, Michigan, on July 7, 1957, he was the son of Gerald Trouse and June Trouse. Terry Loved fishing and crabbing in his spare time. He was known as the “crabman” down on Bailey’s. He was very close with his family; he loved his parents, children, and especially his grandchildren. He never met a stranger and had many friends. Terry will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Culp.

He is survived by his parents; his children, Keli Hodge and her husband, Larry of Bridge City, Texas, Connie Ytuarte of Orange, Texas, Arthur Thornell of Lumberton, Texas, Eastwood Almazan of Freeport, Texas, Heather Quinn and her husband, Ben of Groves, Texas, and Krista Almazan of Louisiana; his grandchildren, Brittney, Colbin, Serenity, Dillon, Veyllin, Alora, Joel, Johnny, Emma, Layla, Madison, Annabel, and Xander; and his great-grandchildren, Chloe and Mariela

Emma Justine Boswell Pachar, 92, Orange Emma Justine Boswell Pachar was born on June 23, 1924 in Orange, Texas and passed away on October 29, 2016 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.

She fought the

Emma Pachar

battle of cancer several times over with strength and dignity.

She passed away with her five children by her side. She married the love of her life, Max A. Pachar, Sr in 1947 and spent the rest of her life doing what she loved best, being a wife, mom, grandmother and great grandmother. Everyone who knew her knew that she never met a child that didn’t love her immediately.

Animals, babies, and children gravitated to her like a magnet.

Her greatest accomplishment in life was easy for her because she had a natural gift of taking care of all those around her.

Next to loving her family was her love for First Christian Church of Orange, Texas. She was a lifelong member of First Christian Church and a proud member of the church choir for eighty plus years. During her sixty five year marriage to Max A. Pachar, Sr she supported him in his veterinary practice while raising five children at home. Among the many activities they enjoyed in their long marriage they most especially loved to square dance, traveling in their motorhome and keeping a home that was open to all who wanted to visit. Visitation on Tuesday, November 1 from 5-7pm and Funeral on Wednesday, November 2 at 2pm. All services at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas.

Preceding her in death were her husband, her parents, Earl and Ophelia Boswell and her only sister, Earline Boswell Griffin.

Left to celebrate her life are her five children; sons, Max A. Pachar, Jr and wife, Grace, Randall L. Pachar and wife, Connie, Brinson E. Pachar and wife, Laura, daughters, Jane Pachar Stephenson and Mary Pachar Gonzalez and husband, Charles.

Eight grandchildren, Jason Pachar, Robyn Rice, Clint Pachar, Daniel Pachar, Craig Pachar, Rachel Pachar Gillespie, John Michael Gonzalez and Max A. Pachar III. Great grandchildren; Greek Rice III, Maggie Prouse, Jackson Pachar, Max Daniel Pachar, Caroline Pachar, Logan Pachar, Brinson Pachar and Georgia Gillespie. Other survivors are sister in laws and brother in law; Arthur Gayle and Nancy Pachar, Carol Sue Granger and Marilou Gunn as well as a host of nieces and nephews The family would like to honor our mother by requesting that in lieu of flowers, donations and memorials be given to any of the following: First Christian Church of Orange, Orange County Community Partners Rainbow Room, Southeast Texas Hospice and Orange Christian Services. The family would like to thank Dr. Jay R. Schachner of Texas Oncology, Beaumont and his longtime nurse, Shele Eason and all of the other loving support staff at Texas Oncology in Beaumont. The family is grateful for the caregivers who loved and cared for our Mother during the last three months of her life, Crisha Whitehead, Marisa Cooper, and Martha Kelly.

Daniel D. Dewitt, 88 Vidor Daniel D. Dewitt, 88 of Vidor died Friday, October 28, 2016 at Oakwood Nursing Home in Vidor.

Daniel was a native and a lifelong resiDaniel dent of Vidor.

He was a memDewitt ber of the Church of the Nazarene in Vidor and was a self employed painter for years, retired from St Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont as a painter. He was a member of the Painters Local Union#328 and was even a home builder for a while. Daniel enjoyed fishing and gardening. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor with buri-

5 Annual Luminary Remembrance Service th

Saturday, December 3rd Memorial Service will begin at 4:00 P.M. at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Lighting at each cemetery will follow service.

Luminaries will glow throughout the night.

Bring a chair for outdoor service.

Light refreshments will be served. *Bad Weather Day December 10th For More Info Call: 409-735-7145

Hillcrest Memorial Gardens 4560 South Hwy 87 Orange, TX Orange Forest Lawn 2312 Irving St Orange, TX

al to follow at Del Rose Cemetery in Vidor. Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at Memorial Funeral Home. Daniel was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Dewitt and his son Alan Dewitt. He is survived by his sons Daniel Dewitt and his wife Laura, Larry Dewitt and his wife Carrie all of Vidor, TX, 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Max J. Goza, 85, Vidor Max J. Goza, 85 of Vidor died Friday, October 28, 2016 at Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. A native of Mena, AR, he was a longMax time Galveston Goza and Bridge City resident , before moving to Vidor a couple of years ago. Max retired from Bethlehem Steel at 34 years and ran a lawn service in Galveston for several years. He served his country in the US Army. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, November 5, 2016 at Restlawn Memorial Park in Vidor. Max is preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Jaunita Goza, brothers Tommy Goza and Gene Goza, sisters Carolyn Sewell and Martha Boutwell. He is survived by his sister Polly Lowry of Katy, TX and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.

Mary Irene Aldredge, 93, Orange Mary Irene Aldredge, 93, of Orange, passed away on Friday, October, 28, 2016, at The Meadows in Orange, Texas.

She was born on October 8, Mary 1923 in Barnes, Aldredge Texas, she was the daughter of Roy Jesse Burden, Sr. and Marion Trellis (Jones) Burden. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Barry Bradley of First Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Irene was married to Bryant E. Aldredge for 46 years before his death in 1992, Irene was a loving wife, mother, grandma, and G. G. She loved her family and will be greatly missed, but sweetly remembered. Irene was a faithful member of First Baptist Church and she loved her class members. She was also a member of the Ramblin Rose Garden Club. Irene was known for her pound cake, wonderful sugar cookies, Thanksgiving dressing and pecan pies.

She enjoyed her house work, ironing, sweeping her porch and sidewalks. She always enjoyed having friends over to drink coffee and visit. Irene was very talented in crocheting and made many gifts for family and friends.

She loved her family reunions and sharing recipes with others.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; her sister, Lois Havis; her brothers, Travis Burden, June Burden, Bill Burden, and infant brother Edward Burden. She is survived by her sons, Ken Aldredge and his wife Peggy of Houston, and Glynn Aldredge and his wife Nita of Orange; her grandchildren, Amy Rincon and her husband Casey of Cypress, Texas, Cliff Aldredge and his wife Kristen of Murphy, Texas, and Scott Aldredge of Dallas, Texas; and by her great-grandchildren, Caroline and Mallory Rincon, & Jake, Kinsey and Ellie Aldredge. Serving as pallbearers will be Cliff Aldredge, Scott Aldredge, Casey Rincon, Wayne Burden, Steve Havis, and Troy Brown. The family would like to thank the staff of The Sabine Place for the loving care they gave to our mother for the last two years. Also, thank

you to the staff of The Meadows and Gentiva Hospice for the wonderful care during her final weeks. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to First Baptist Church, 7637 MLK Dr., Orange, TX.

Rodney Edward Fields, 71, Vidor Rodney Edward Fields, 71, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on October 27, 2016, in Vidor. A memorial service will be held at a later date with burial of Rodney his cremated Fields remains at Del Rose Cemetery in Vidor. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on September 11, 1945, he was the son of Edward Alfred Fields and Minnie Vatter Fields.

Rodney enjoyed riding horses, fishing, and mowing his grass.

He lived life to the fullest and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Barbara Jean Fields; sons, Pete Hayes and Mark Hayes; daughter, Glenda Wellons; randdaughter, Heather Watson; and his grandson, Chris Longmire. Rodney is survived by his children, Rodney A. Fields and wife Stephanie, of Nederland, Debbie Mooney and husband Buford, of Orangefield, Roberta Coward and Husband Tommy, of Vidor, and Teresa Hayes, of Vidor; 15 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and his sister, Gloria Tomplait, of Groves.

Gracie Mozell Rutland, 96, Orange Gracie Mozell Rutland, age 96 of Orange, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 in Beaumont, Texas. A memorial service Gracie will be held at Rutland 2:00 PM on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at the Meadows of Orange, 4201 FM 105 Orange, Texas 77630 with Rev. K. Ray McDowell officiating. Internment will follow at a later date at Forest Park Lawndale in Houston, Texas.

Gracie was born in Franklin County, Texas on April 28, 1920 to Floyd H. and Gracie Rowden.

She was a hard worker all her life. Together with her husband they owned a gas station, grocery store and small cafe known as “Mozie’s Grill” .

Latter she worked in food service at Dow chemical plant and then Bayshore Medical Center. Gracie loved being “Mamaw” to not only her grandchildren but to anyone she was around. Gracie’s favorite past time was cooking and crocheting. She spent countless hours crafting items to give away or sell for fundraisers at church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband James Garnett “J.G.” Rutland , her son Kenneth Ray Rutland, grandson M. L. McDowell, former son-in-law Marvin H. McDowell, and son-in-law James Bean. Four brothers and one sister.

Survivors include her daughter, LaNell Bean of Blue Ridge, TX and sister Melba Jean Jenkins of Pasadena, TX. Four grandchildren; Rev. K Ray McDowell and his wife Vicki of Orange, TX, James McDowell and his wife Laura of Pasadena, TX, Sherry Gooden and her husband James of La Porte , TX and Mitchell Foreman and his wife Alice of Pasadena, TX. Ten great grandchildren; Christa McDowell Weaver and her husband Shane of St. Peters, MO, Abi McDowell of Crowley, TX, Nathan McDowell and his wife Abby of Ft. Smith, AR, Kalah McDowell of Orange, TX, C. J. Curry of Orange, TX, J.R. McDowell of Pasadena, TX, Junior Gooden of La Porte, TX , Ricky Gooden of La Porte, TX , Nicki Snyder of Dallas, TX, and Ryan

Foreman of Dallas, TX. Five great great grandchildren; Nadalee Weaver, Gracelyn Weaver, Kyndall Weaver, Christian Weaver, and Elijah Ray McDowell.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Children’s Ministry at the First Church of the Nazarene, 3810 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Orange, TX 77630.

Elton Ray Hodge, 64, Orange Elton Ray Hodge, 64, of Orange, passed away on October 26, 2016, in Orange.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 Elton p.m. Saturday, November 5, Hodge 2016, at In His Steps Ministries, 2656 B MacArthur Dr. in Orange. The church is located behind the old Sears store. Officiating will be Pastor Steve Neal.

Mr. Hodge was born in Orange on May 21, 1952. He was the son of Richard Boyd Hodge and Abbie Rose (Lott) Hodge.

He is survived by his wife, Connie Marie Hodge; son, Corey Lynn Pitman and his wife, Tonya Ann; granddaughter, Kristin Pitman and her boyfriend, Isaac Gonzales and their children, Gracelyn Gonzales and Gavin Gonzales; granddaughter, Taylor Pitman; and grandson, Colten Watley.

He is also survived by his brothers, Tommy Britton and his wife, Diane, Richard Hodge and his wife, Darlene, Patrick Hodge, Gary Hodge and his wife Pamela and their daughter, Lana Hodge, David Hodge and his wife, Carolyn and their son, Aaron Hodge.

Cremation arrangements were under the care of Claybar Have of Rest Crematory.

William H. Owens, Jr. 76 Orange William H. Owens, Jr., age 76 of Orange, Texas, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2016 in Port Arthur, Texas.

Services will be at 2:00 PM on WednesWilliam day, NovemOwens ber 2, 2016 at Dorman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Eric Coley officiating. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at Dorman Funeral Home.

Billy was born in Palestine, Texas on December 8, 1939 to Pearl Kennedy Owens and William Harold Owens, Sr. He graduated from Bridge City High School, where he was the quarterback for the football team.

Billy competed on the state level in pole-vaulting for Bridge City and held the school record. Billy served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a very athletic, loved sports of all kinds and enjoyed being competitive.

Billy was a master pool player and competed in National Competitions for many years. He retired from DuPont after 34 years as a Lab Analyst. While working at DuPont he played golf in the DERA Championship and won several years.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Bonita Owens.

Those left behind to share his memories is his wife of 34 years, Judy Robison Owens. His daughter, Sherri Jones, six step children; Judy Arnold, Donna Carrier, Junior Richard, Chad Taylor, Kelly Taylor and Terri Taylor and two brothers, Guy T. Owens and Johnny Owens. Two grandchildren, Kerri Jones and Justin Owens. As well as many other family members and friends.

Pallbearers will be Kerri Jones, Justin Jones, Bobby Thrailkill, Deon Burnette, Jimmy Vincent and Kenny Elliot

Multiple Areas Closed to Oyster Harvest in Five Texas Bays Staff Report For The Record AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is closing designated Approved and Conditionally Approved Areas in four Texas bays to all oyster harvest effective Tuesday, Nov. 1, due to low abundance of oysters in these areas. Copano Bay will close on Saturday, Nov. 5.

Areas affected by the closure include: Galveston Bay: TX-1; TX-4; TX-5 and TX-6 Matagorda Bay: TX-13 and TX-15 Tres Palacios Bay: TX-14 Lavaca Bay: TX-19; TX-20 and TX-21 Copano Bay: TX-32 (TPWD closure on Nov. 5) These closures are based on

samples collected by the TPWD Coastal Fisheries Division in September and October and after consultation with the department’s Oyster Advisory Workgroup, a stakeholder group comprised of Texas commercial oyster fishermen and dealers.

Under state law, TPWD has the authority to implement emergency closure to oyster harvesting when it can be shown that an area is being overworked or damaged. TPWD and the Oyster Advisory Workgroup have established criteria based on the abundance of market-sized oysters (3 inches and larger) and the percentage of small oysters (2-2.9 inches) for determining when an area should be closed.

TPWD sampling during the last two months found conditions in these areas did not meet

the criteria for opening. This closure is designed to provide some protection to undersize oysters so they can reach legal sizes. The closed areas will be monitored by TPWD and will reopen when criteria thresholds are met.

Approved and Conditionally Approved areas not listed above will remain open to oyster harvest Monday through Saturday under a 40 sack per day limit, however, other areas may also be closed for human health and safety purposes by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Oystermen are urged to check the DSHS toll-free number (800-6850361) for updated information on openings and closures. Maps showing closed areas can also be found on the DSHS web site http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/

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YOUR HOMETOWN FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD

Matt Bryant Atlanta Falcons

BC’s Bryant tops Falcon’s kick charts

LCM quarterback Beau Bickham drops back to pass in the 42-6 vivtory at home over Cleveland.

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Another spectacular catch by LCM receiver Katon Brown against the Cleveland Indians.

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LCM Bear offensive lineman Brandon Jenkins blows open a hole for runningback Christopher Winters.

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LCM runningback Christopher Winters rambles for yardage against Cleveland.

LCM reaped a 42-6 victory.

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Dave Rogers

For The Record

Bridge City High grad Matt Bryant became the Atlanta Falcons’ all-time kick scorer in last Sunday’s National Football League game against Green Bay. With 4:28 left in the first quarter of Sunday’s contest against Green Bay, Matt Bryant broke Morten Andersen’s franchise record in points by notching his 807th point as a Falcon.

It took Bryant 103 games to reach that mark; Andersen gained 806 points in 124 contests.

“It’d be awesome,” Bryant said last week about breaking the record “It’s not something you really set out to accomplish, but when it gets closer, I guess other people will tell you what’s going on. So yeah, it’d be neat to have that feather in your hat, so to speak.”

Bryant has made 16 of 17 field goals this season and all 25 extra points. His field goal percentage as a Falcon (88.1) is the highest in team history among those who made 50-plus attempts.

Now 41, Bryant has spent 15 years in the NFL, eight in Atlanta. He has played for five teams in all, hitting on 317 of 371 career field goals (85.4 percent). He has 1,407 career kick-scoring points in the NFL. He began his NFL career with the New York Giants in 2002 after a standout career at Baylor University. Besides the Giants, he played for Indianapolis, Miami and Tampa Bay before signing with the Falcons in 2009.

He is No. 2 all-time kick scorer for Tampa Bay after playing just four seasons there.

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LCM Bears set for playoffs after big win Dave Rogers

For The Record

A .500 or better record and improved playoff seeding will be at stake Friday when Little Cypress-Mauriceville travels to play Navasota.

The two squads are currently tied for third in Dis-

trict 10-4A Division I with league marks of 2-2.

Overall, LC-M is at 4-5 while Navasota’s Rattlers, state champions in 2012 and 2014, are 2-7.

“It’ll be a tough test,” Bears coach Randy Crouch said. “Their record is very deceiving. Early in the season they played several big-

ger schools out of their classification.”

The Bears were on the winning side of a mismatch last week, downing lastplace Cleveland 42-6 to clinch its third playoff berth in the last four years.

“Cleveland has some good players, a lot of athleticism,” Crouch said. “We

played really well. I’m very pleased with how we played.”

Senior Beau Bickham completed 12 of 18 passes for 248 yards and three touchdowns. The six-pointers covered 85 yards to Katon Brown, 45 yards to Mark Netherly and 32 yards to Keegan Sonnier.

“Our defense got some stops and some turnovers.

The offense played very well as far as moving the ball,” Crouch said. “We rushed for 260 yards and passed for 250.”

But nine games into the season, why shouldn’t

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UNDEFEATED BRIDGE CITY CARDINALS BLAST NAVASOTA 49-31

WOS volleyball ousted in close loss Staff Report For The Record

The West Orange-Stark volleyball team went down fighting to end its 2016 season, falling to Diboll in five sets in a Class 4A bidistrict match at Kirbyville Monday.

Both Little Cypress-Mauriceville and Bridge City played their bidistrict matches Tuesday nights and results were unavailable at press time.

West Orange-Stark rallied from the brink of extinction to win a fourth-place tiebreaker with Hamshire-Fannett last Friday to qualify for the playoffs.

That one also went five sets, with WO-S winning 23-25, 19-25, 2523, 25-14, 16-14.

Against Diboll, the Lady Mustangs had to go to extra points to win the first and fourth sets 2624. But they trailed 2-1 after losing the second and third sets 2125 and 10-25. After knotting the match 2-2, they fell 10-15 in the final set.

Ja’Tayah Vital had 24 kills, Shatrya Allen and Elecia Barlow had 17 kills, with Barlow garnering 30 digs and Gabriel Robinson logging 87 assists.

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Bridge City quarterback Byron Trahan hands off to fullback Casey Draper in the spectacular 49-31 victory over Navasota. RECORD PHOTO: Tishy Bryant.

Hunter Denton carries the ball for the Bridge City Cardinals as Big Red rolls through district undefeated knocking out Navasota.

RECORD PHOTO: Tishy Bryant

Bridge City’s Tyler Tran finds running room against Navasota as the undefeated Cardinals claim another district win.

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Bridge City’s Max Baker jets down field against Navasota in district action on Friday. The Cardinals finish the district season against Huffman before headinging into the playoffs.

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The Orangefield defense brings down a Hardin-Jefferson ball carrier with Aaron Galitz on the tackle followed by a swarm of Bobcats. Orangefield defeated the Hawk 17-15.

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Orangefield’s Blake Bradley trudges for yardage with Hardin-Jefferon Hawks on his heels.

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Bobcats gear up for No. 1 WOS Dave Rogers

For The Record

Orangefield’s fast-rising football fortunes don’t have the Bobcats playing for the state championship yet.

But Friday, with the District 12-4A Division II title at stake, they’re hosting a team that knows a lot about state championship games.

“West Orange-Stark is who’s next on the schedule and it’s a challenge, no doubt about it,” Orangefield coach Josh Smalley said.

“They’re the No. 1 team in the state and they’ve proved

it.”

The 9-0 Mustangs have outscored opponents 461-30.

They have allowed just four touchdowns while scoring 66 six-pointers.

“I called Vegas this week and they didn’t’ have us as favored to win,” Smalley said.

“But our kids are going to practice and prepare to win the game. That’s why you play the game.”

The Bobcats downed Hardin-Jefferson 17-15 last week to improve to 5-4 overall and 2-1 in 12-4A-II. But the ending was ragged.

“It was weird to be part of

that game,” Smalley said. “For the first three and a half quarters I felt we dominated the game. We were up 17-0.

“But then we had to hang on to win 17-15.”

First, the highlights: Christopher McGee rushed 25 times for 224 yards and touchdown runs of 27 and 75 yards.

Jacob Rainey booted a 22-yard field goal and two PATs. Hardin-Jefferson did all its scoring in the final three minutes of the game.

Smalley said the problem came when he started trying

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Orangefield’s Wesley Frillou intercepts a pass against the HJ as the Bobcats post a 17-15 victory.

RECORD PHOTO: Darren Hoyland

Trustees plan ahead for football team Staff Report For The Record

The high school football playoffs don’t even start until next week but you can’t fault the West Orange-Cove school trustees from looking ahead.

They voted at last week’s meeting to OK a contingency school calendar that will close schools on Friday, Dec. 16 if the high school football team makes it to the state championship game.

The Class 3A Division II state championship game is set to begin at noon Dec. 16 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, home of the Dallas Cowboys.

West Orange-Stark High’s football team has played in the last two state championship games, losing to Gilmer two years ago in Arlington then winning over Celina last year, when the title game was played in Houston.

If the Mustangs, unbeaten and ranked No. 1 in the state all year, do make it to the state final, school officials would declare it a “bad weather day.”

Students would be required to make it up Jan. 9, a day originally declared a “staff development day.”

Also at the meeting, trustees approved the district’s annual financial audit.

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teams play well?

“Everybody hopes you play your best football at this time of year,” the LC-M coach said.

“Hopefully you’ll build on what you’re doing from week to week. But there are still things we have to clean up, things to improve on.

“We’re young, and striving to get better.”

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Mustangs eye Bobcats in district finale

Quarterback Jack Dallas played the entire game Friday night, but only orchestrated 28 plays as Liberty played keep away all night. Dallas finished with a touchdown and 178 yards in passing with 4 passing touchdowns.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

MUSTANG INSIDER MERI ELEN JACOBS For The Record The Liberty Panthers planned an ambush on the Mustangs last week, by completely changing their offense to a “scrum/rugby-style.” Although the Mustangs didn’t score as many points as they have been, they were able to walk away with a 32-7 victory.

The Panthers put together a great game plan to try to slow down the Mustangs and keep them off of the field. The Mustangs had 28 offensive plays to Liberty’s 63 and the Chain Gang defense spent almost double the time on the field as the offense.

“It’s been a long time since we’ve played a game like that,” Head Coach Cornel Thompson said. “They were playing scrum football, rugby style.

Not really trying to win the game but trying to keep it away from our offense.”

Liberty ate 5.15 off the clock after the opening kick-off before the Chain Gang defense held on fourth and 4, giving the ball back to the Mustangs.

It only took two plays and 24 seconds for the Mustangs to put six on the board. Jeremiah Shaw ran for 37 yards, setting up the 17 yard Jack Dallas to Keion Hancock pass for the score. Chad Dallas’s kick was good and the Mustangs led, 7-0.

The Panthers ate over 7 minutes off of the clock on their next drive, moving the ball down the field before Liberty’s Tyris Williams scored from just two yards out. The Panther PAT was good and the

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Carrying the ball for 80 yards on just 6 carries, Jeremiah Shaw hit the endzone on a 47 yard Dallas to Shaw pass. Shaw leads the running game with 806 yards.

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score was knotted at seven.

Recovering the on-side kick, the Mustangs took their time moving down the field. Hancock fumbled at the 30 yard line and KJ Miller was able to

Bobcats, Cardinals to tack on a late score to help his team in possible tie-breaking scenarios.

“We were forced to keep trying to score points, which got us out of plays we’d normally run,” the coach said. “We were trying to pass and score, not running the clock out.”

Smalley said that depending on the outcomes of the three final-round 12-4A-II games, Orangefield could finish in a three-way tie for district runnerup but wind up as the fourth playoff seed.

That would pit the Bobcats against the District 11-4A-II champ in bidistrict, either Bellville or Shepherd.

If Orangefield were to lose to WO-S, it could end up in a three-way tie at 2-2 with Hardin-Jefferson and Liberty, and would get the fourth seed by virtue of common points. If Orangefield finished in a 2-2 tie with just Liberty, it gets the third seed because it lost headup to Liberty.

Or the Bobcats could just beat the Mustangs Friday and claim the first seed.

“That’s what you hope for,” Smalley said. “At the start of the season, all you can ask for is a chance to compete for the district title.

“We understand the challenge that’s ahead of us.”

Sharing crown not enough for Cards With a perfect 4-0 record in District 12-4A Division I and

las’ PAT was no good but the Mustangs still had the lead heading into the locker room, after De Morris Thibodeaux intercepted a Liberty pass on the 5, squashing the Panthers’ opportunity to score.

“We had some people that fought hard all four quarters,” Thompson said. “Their offensive line was bigger than I thought they were so that gave us some problems.”

To begin the second half, the Mustangs recovered another on side kick by the Panthers and took four plays for Dallas to hit Jeremiah Shaw from 47 yards out for a touchdown.

After Liberty’s Jeremiah Guillory broke for 38 yards, the defense held before Williams coughed up the ball to Mustang Morris Joseph.

Six plays later, on fourth down and 16, Dallas hit KJ Miller for the fourth touchdown. Chad Dallas’s PAT was no good, but the Mustangs led, 25-7. The Mustangs hit pay dirt with 1.21 left in the game when Dallas connected with Dominique Tezeno on a 40 yard pass for a score. Chad Dallas’s PAT was good and the Mustangs won the game, 32-7.

One more team stands in the way in order for the Mustangs to claim their district title-the Orangefield Bobcats, whose only district loss is to Liberty. Orangefield beat Hardin Jefferson Friday night, 1715. The two teams will face off Friday at 7:30 at McLain Stadium in Orangefield.

“We may have the same thing Friday night with them trying to control the ball,” Thompson said. “They run the Slot T, which is the seventh one we have seen this year so we should be able to get lined up better. Coach (Josh)Smalley and his staff do a great job

get his hands on the ball and bring it to the two to set up the second touchdown. Dallas did the honors by keeping the ball and running it in from just three yards out. Brother Dal-

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its first district title since 2002 assured, the Bridge City football team still isn’t satisfied.

“There hasn’t been a lot of talk about the district championship yet,” coach Dwayne DuBois said. “The one thing we’re focusing on is we want to win an outright title.”

Wrapping up their regular season at fifth-place Huffman Hargrave Friday night, the Cardinals want to keep 3-1 Silsbee from catching them for a co-championship.

So BC, which beat Silsbee 42-41 two weeks ago and Navasota 49-31 last week, is keying on Hargrave’s Falcons.

“They’re a spread offense that likes to throw the ball around,” the Card coach said.

But he also acknowledged that the team he’ll be most concerned with Friday night will be his own.

“We had a few turnovers late

against Navasota to allow them to score,” DuBois said, noting BC had second-half leads of 35-10 and 49-17. “We didn’t punt all night and our defense played better than we did against Silsbee.

“But we’ve got to cut back on the turnovers.”

Cayce Draper (143 yards, 3 touchdowns), Patrick Morris (131, 0) and Byron Trahan (106, 1) all went over the century rushing mark.

Cardinal blockers Joseph Adams, Zayne Trahan, Alex Lara, Nick Menard, Trace Moore, Chase Boneau and Seth Martin paved the way for six touchdowns and 574 total rushing yards, including 93 and a score by Max Baker.

Hunter Denton scored one touchdown rushing and returned a kickoff 80 yards for another score.

In the play-in match with Hamshire-Fannett, Allen had 18 kills and Vital 17. Natiyah Brumfield had 50 digs and Robinson had 67 assists. Allen had eight solo blocks and Vital seven.

When LC-M rallied for a five-set win over Silsbee on the regular season’s final day, Oct. 25, it left LC-M and Silsbee tied for the District 22-4A championship. Silsbee won a playoff for seeding 3-1. LC-M faced Jasper Tuesday night at Buna.

Third-place Bridge City played Huntington at Kirbyville.

over there. They are an overachieving ball club.”

The Bobcat offense is run by quarterback Caleb Kress with backs Wesley Frillou and Christopher McGee to carry the ball. The offense is averaging 285 yards a game, while the defense, according to Thompson is pretty good. Orangefield has a number of guys going both ways.

“In order to be district champs, we have to defeat Orangefield,” Thompson said. “If we win then we will be finalizing arrangements for the playoffs.”

The sub varsity teams beat Liberty, with no team allowing the Panthers to score. The WOSMS 7th grade team won, 42-0 and the 8th graders won,

28-0. The combined 9/JV team beat the Panthers in Liberty, 38-0. Offensive standouts were Shemar Manaway, Jaylin Mims and Ja’Vonn Ross.

Defensive standouts were Javeen Wood, Lande Butler and Herzel Washington.

The combined 9/JV team will play their last game at home Thursday night, tentatively set for 5:30, while the middle school teams will travel to Orangefield with a 5 pm start.

Due to our district rules, all tickets for the WOS vs. Orangefield football game, have to be purchased at the gate the evening of the game. Ticket prices are Adults $5 and Students $3.

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Imagination required: ‘think outside of the box’ COLBURN: FISHING Capt. Dickie Colburn For The Record

“We had a really good year two years ago fishing right here around the camp with a Catch 2000 and a MirrOdine when no one else could make the school bass bite,” said Warren Evans.“I think the one with the silver sides and green back worked the best, but we didn’t experiment much with other colors after it worked so well!”

“The 2000 fishes much like the old Near Nuthins which you can’t find anymore,” added his fishing buddy, Len Peavey.“You can throw it a mile, it sinks slowly and you can work it as fast as you need to.”

Both anglers also turned to saltwater lures to catch bass over eight pounds drifting the shallow moss flats last February. Their lures of choice were Corkies and Mirrodine XLs.“They are easier to keep just above the grass than a Trap and you don’t need a bunch of different colors,” said Peavy.“If they aren’t biting that copper colored slow sinking Fat Boy then I figure they just aren’t biting that day.”

We are blessed to have such a terrific and diversified fishing hole at our back door. Taking full advantage just requires a little imagination.

For years the trout and redfish enthusiasts have gotten it done with lures as well as tackle designed to catch bass. A large percentage of them catch trout on everything from topwaters to plastic worms and the redfish just can’t turn their backs on a spinner bait or a shallow diving crankbait.

Right here on Sabine you would be hard pressed to nail a local angler down on what species he is targeting for the day based on what is in his

tackle box. The same lure fished in the same water could dupe a bass, red, flounder, trout or even a striper on occasion.

I was helping a visiting pro angler scouting for an upcoming tournament earlier this year and the first three fish we caught were all redfish. I was throwing a Whacky worm and he was throwing a chatter bait.

We even caught bass on a Vudu shrimp under a cork that day and he eventually decided

to hang his hat on pitching a pegged craw worm under the docks in Cow bayou!

Not surprisingly, while some lures are exceptional cross over baits, they require a modest amount of tweaking to render them even more effective.“The number one topwater lure in my box is a bone colored She Dog and it has been for quite a while. I finally quit trying to hide it after sharing the secret with so many friends, but you have to

LCM Bear runners advance to state Rounding out the Lady Bobcat finishers were Mackenzie Davis (127), Melayni Wilson (134), Cheyenne Durio (147) and McClane Downs (149).

The LCM boys cross country team qualified for the Nov. 12 state meet with a third-place finish at last weekend’s Region III meet.

RECORD PHOTO: Dave Rogers

Dave Rogers

For The Record

The Little Cypress-Mauriceville cross country team is headed to the Nov. 12 state meet.

The Bears finished third in the Class 4A team competition at last weekend’s Region III meet in Huntsville, behind winner Liberty Hill and runnerup China Spring.

Eli Peveto led the way for LC-M, finishing third, but teammates Jackson Baeza (12), Blake Kresser (19) and Rayce

Piper (23) weren’t far behind.

Braden Bridges (59), Trevor Turner (137) and Stephan Kusek (144) rounded out the squad.

The state meet will be held at Old Settler’s Park in Round Rock. The Class 4A boys meet begins at 9 a.m.

Bridge City’s boys finished in 19th place among the 22 teams and 159 runners in the regional meet.

The Card finishers were Ruben Vallencia (74), Kyler Moore (96), Drew Walker

(120), Nolan Moore (128), Kollin Smith (138), Alex Miller (146) and Alex Williams (148).

Bridge City’s girls finished 15th among the 23 teams in 4A girls, which featured 159 runners.

Caitlin Denison’s 64thplace finish led the Cardinals, with Brooklin Sheffield (103), Katy Torbett (117), Hannah Huff (139) and Catherine Alvarez (140) following.

Orangefield’s girls finished 16th, led by Maddison Helm (28) and Victoria Welch (37).

doctor it up a little.”

It is an easy lure to walk the dog with and as noisy as you want it to be,” but it comes right out of the box like that.

To make it even more productive I make a few minor changes.

The best color for me is the base bone color of the lure underneath the flashy paint job.

My second choice is the painted bone/silver, but it doesn’t work quite as well for me.I always have several scarred up She Dogs lying around that I eventually scrape the remaining paint off of while watching football on television!

Once the entire lure is that flat bone color I swap the treble hooks out for single hooks and add a white bucktail to the rear hook.I put the hooks on with the barb facing to the rear so I can more easily work it through the floating grass and there isn’t a bass in Rayburn or Toledo Bend that can resist a bucktail.It was equally deadly on the trout and redfish after Ike floated all of the marsh grass and root balls out into the lake.

I initially took a page from the lower coast trout fishermen in swapping out the hooks as they have to deal with the grass every day and that adaptation solved the grass issue for them. There is also no need to worry about losing more fish due to removing the treble hooks. I don’t waste my bucktails in saltwater, but I do fish single hooks and find that they work just as well as the stock treble hooks.

The largest trout I ever caught ate the front half of a jointed Redfin. Brian Sandow told me about the altered bait and it was a simple adjustment that worked very well at least once for me. He simply removed the rear section at the joint, added a hook and bucktail and fished it just like that.

It was a shortened topwater that not only had a bucktail, but would dive as well.

We are blessed to have such a terrific and diversified fishing hole at our back door. Taking full advantage just requires a little imagination.

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Orange Lutcher Stark Class of 1956

The Lutcher Stark Class of 1956 held their 60th Class Reunion on Friday and Saturday. Classmates came from as far away as Colorado, Illinois, El Paso and points in between. The 60yh Class Reunion was held at the Masonic Lodge #126 in Orange.

RECORD PHOTO: Lawrence Trimm

Prospects Remain Excellent for Deer Season Staff Report For The Record AUSTIN – Record high temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s from Amarillo to Austin left ardent bowhunters sweltering in their deer stands throughout October; a trend weather models project could come to a welcome end heading into Saturday’s general rifle season opening day. Unseasonably hot weather over the last month may have hampered hunting during the archery-only deer season, but Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists maintain that prospects remain excellent.

“I’m still expecting an excellent deer season,” said Alan Cain, TPWD deer program leader. “It has been warm and a bit dry in October, which may have impacted early MLD (Managed Lands Deer) harvest and archery harvest. The deer are still there but some of the hunters I talked to said it wasn’t much fun sitting out in 80-90 degree weather, especially the afternoon hunts, so they’re waiting for the cooler weather. I expect hunting to pick up in

November as cooler temps become more of the norm.”

Extended forecasts call for a reversal in weather patterns by mid-November, but even moderate temperature drops this weekend should be a welcome reprieve for hunters. The general deer season opens statewide Saturday, Nov. 5 and runs through New Year’s Day in the North Zone and through Jan. 15 in the South Zone (see the TPWD Outdoor Annual of Hunting and Fishing Regulations digest for county-specific bag limits and season dates).

Printed copies of the digest are available at hunting license sales outlets and in digital format as a free mobile app download on iOS and Android platforms at www.txoutdoorannual. com/app .

What can hunters anticipate seeing in the field during the early part of the season? According to TPWD field observations, acorns have been prevalent in October and will persist into early November and may influence deer movements, but as dry as it has become in the last month or so deer are still coming to deer feeders.

“Antler quality is excellent,” Cain noted. “I’ve seen photos of several big deer, including a low-fenced buck harvested in Webb County with a gross B&C (Boone & Crockett score) of around 198. Deer are in excellent body condition. I’ve seen a number of harvested deer with 1-3 inches of fat on their rump and across the back.”

Texas boasts a whitetail deer population in excess of 4 million and those numbers are climbing across much of the state due to high fawn production and survival this year. Parts of East Texas that have experienced extended flooding conditions over the last two years may be the exception. Changes to deer season regulations this year include new provisions for the special late season in January, which now restricts harvest to antlerless and unbranched antlered deer. An unbranched antlered deer is one that has at least one antler with no more than one point. An additional 14 Panhandle counties were added to the general season, along with additional “doe days” in 26 East Texas counties. Hunters are also reminded of new

chronic wasting disease (CWD) carcass movement restrictions and testing requirements for hunter harvested white-tailed and mule deer this season. For details visit the CWD informational page online.

TPWD reminds hunters to check out the “My Texas Hunt Harvest” mobile app that allows Texas hunters to voluntarily report and track their harvested game from a smartphone or tablet. Hunters can log harvest for all resident game species, including white-tailed deer. The information collected will help TPWD biologists assess annual harvest and manage healthy game populations across Texas.

Hunters should note that electronic reporting using the app does not fulfill tagging requirements for any game required to be tagged or requirements for the completion of the harvest log on the back of the hunting license as it applies to whitetailed deer. The app is available at the App Store for IOS devices and Google Play for Android devices. Harvest can also be reported online at https://apps. tpwd.state.tx.us/whs/.

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Orange County Church Directory

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MCDONALD MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH 104 Broad St. • West Orange • 883-3974 Sunday Bible Study 9:45 a.m., Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Evening: Youth & Children 6 p.m.

Adult Prayer Service 6:00 p.m.

Pastor: Tommy Anthony

Minister of Music: Pam Nugent / Youth Minister: Brandon Swarers

mcdonaldmemorialbaptistchurch.com

First United Methodist Church Orange 502 Sixth Street 886-7466 8:00 a.m. Traditional Worship in the Chapel 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Praise Center 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary Sunday School For All Ages 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. John Warren Director of Music and Fine Arts: Doug Rogers In Bridge City 118 members of First Baptist Church and St. Henry Catholic Church participated in the Bridge City Life Chain. The Life Chain is a pro-life social movement organization, one of the largest in the America. There are 14 participating locations in Southeast Texas. The turn out for the Bridge City Life Chain was larger than events in Beaumont. The Bridge City Life Chain is held each year on the last Sunday of October.

RECORD PHOTOS: Darrell Segura

Saint Mary Catholic School names Honor Roll recipients

St. Paul United Methodist Church

1155 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409.735.5546 Sunday Morning Worship Experience: 8:30 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

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH

945 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409-735-4573 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., Thursday Bible Study 10:00 a.m.

Pastor Paul Zoch 409-988-3003 - golutheran.org Our church family invites you to join us. We are a friendly, caring church of the future.

Orange First Church of the Nazarene 3810 MLK Drive, Orange

St. Mary Catholic School Honor Roll Distinguished recipients scoring 95 and above are: Kirra Jaarah, Abigail Bodin, Preston Ewing, Evalen Rincon, Paige McKee, Ty Butler, Kiera Howington, Maggie Granger, Jagger McCullum and Mark Pesek. Honor Roll recipients scoring 90 and above: Paris Dugas, Conner LeJuhn, Brooklyn Stokey, Paisley Lenz, Josephine Riedel, Tristan Tran, Grace Wimberley, Hannah Allison, Lauren Corrao, Beonca Harvey, Abigail Broussard, Kyden Lyon, Madelyn Smith, Bella Tran, Jacob Gonzalez, Aidan McAllister, Jessica Hughes, Sarah Kusek, Lillian Riedel, Ethan Smith, Caleb Granger, Olivia Grant, Mallory Huggins, Sydney Schmitt and Dayne Seay.

Holiday Extravaganza at St. Mary’s Catholic Church The Altar Society of Saint Mary Catholic Church is having its Annual “Holiday Extravaganza” and Luncheon on Thursday, November 17th, from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. at 912 Cherry Avenue.

The menu includes gumbo, prepared by Larry David, potato salad, and homemade cake for $8. Eat at the parish hall or take it out (containers provided), from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. FAX in an order by noon on November 16th and we will have the order ready for you. FAX number 409-883-3547.

There will be crafts, homemade frozen entrees and goodies, a silent auction, Mrs. Santa’s Workshop gifts, and much more.

Come shop and enjoy a delicious lunch. Bring a friend!

for $8.75; trash mix, one pound bag for $3.50; peanut brittle, 7 ounce bag for $3.50; frosted praline pecans and frosted cinnamon, 12 ounce bags for $8.75.

The church is located at 945 W. Roundbunch Road, Bridge City.

Come ready to shop our Christmas Bazaar at Wesley Methodist Church, located at 401 37th Street in Orange on November 12, from 9 am to 4 pm. You will find unique gifts, Christmas decorations, a sweet shop, crafts, jewelry, pecans, walnuts, taco soup (frozen to go), links, door prizes and much more. Contact: Doris @ 409-670-7703.

9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield 409.735.3113

Living Word Church Highway 87 & FM 1006 • Orange • 735-6659 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Wedensday evening 7 p.m.

Pastor: G.K. Samual

Come as you are!

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

Pastor: Randy Branch Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 6 p.m.

www.orangewesley.org

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGE 1819 16th Street • Orange • 886-1333

Pastor Gary Price, Worship Leader Dan Cruse Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Nursury Provided

First Baptist Church of Bridge City

The church’s 2016 Music Program Fundraiser is currently underway. Orders for pick-up and/or delivery can be placed by calling the church at 735-4573, or Pat Greene at 626-2585.

The church will be selling pecan halves, one pound bag for $9; pecan pieces one pound bag for $8.75; raw almonds and roasted cashews, one pound bag for $6.75; hot and spicy peanuts, one punned bag for $2.50; walnut chunks and pieces, one pound bag

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

Wesley United Methodist Church

Wesley UMC Christmas Bazaar

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Annual Fundraiser

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGEFIELD

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.

200 W. Roundbunch • 735-3581

Faith United Methodist Church 8608 MLK• Orange • 886-1291

Rev. Keith Tilley Sunday Morning Worship 10:50 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Nursury Provided

Harvest Chapel 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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Interim Pastor Rev. Lynn Ashcroft Pastor Douglas Shows 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.

COWBOY CHURCH

OF ORANGE COUNTY 673 FM 1078 • Orange • 409-718-0269 E. Dale Lee, Pastor Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

“Round Pen” (Small group) Studies: Ladies and Mens Group: 7 p.m. Monday

Come as you are! Boots and hats welcome!

West Orange Christian Church

900 Lansing Street • West Orange • 882-0018 Sunday school 9:30 a.m. / Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Bible Study Sunday and Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Pastor: Dr. C. W. Starr

“Our church family welcomes you!”

www.westorangechurch.org

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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

“Our church family welcomes you!”

www.westorangechurch.org

• The Record • Week of Wednesday, November 2, 2016 7B

THE RECORD

• Just $10 For A 30 Word Ad In Both Papers And The Web • Classified Newspaper Deadline: Monday 5 P.M. For Upcoming Issue • You Can Submit Your Ad ANYTIME Online At TheRecordLive.com

Community Classifieds Call 735-5305

Your ads published in both newspapers, the County Record and the Penny Record plus on our web site TheRecordLive.com APPLIANCES 30 GAS DRYERS, $100 to $200 USED APPLIANCES starting at $99.95 at Harry Appliances, 302 10th. St. (10th. & main) Orange, We buy used appliances, 409-886-4111.

GARAGE SALES ESTATE SALE 1874 West Round Bunch Road, Bridge City Saturday, November 5 from 7am to 2pm. Lots of furniture in excellent condition, along with washer and dryer.

Lots of vintage glassware and cookware.

Mikasa crystal. Lots of kitchen items. Twin, Full and King size sheet and comforter sets. Lots of Christmas items along with other gift items and home décor, including pictures frames.

Lots of home office items, printer, and computer monitor and

very nice computer desk chair. Left over inventory of craft business, so lots of unfinished and finished wooden crosses, craft supplies, and lots of scrapbook paper, and scrapbook paper books 2 Slice die cut machines, one never used, along with cartridges and cutting board.

Sat. Nov. 5th 7-Noon 4809 Westmore, Orange Help a young lady get her Wedding Dress out of Lay-A-Way Fri Nov. 4th & Sat Nov. 5th 8-1pm 2634 Oilla R.D. Orangefield Glass & brass. This & that filing cabinets, neoprene, black tape, dog house, jewelry, weed burner, 10x10 Gazebo w/mosquito net, solar lights, rolling computer desk, toys, books, Christmas, quality & new items. Come on by you

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of James Franklin Bray, Deceased, were issued on September 14 2016, in Cause No. P17594, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: Rebecca Lynn Flurry.

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.

Rebecca Lynn Flurry c/o: Stephen C. Howard 903 W. Green Avenue Orange, Texas 77630 DATED the 14th day of September, 2016

Stephen Howard

Stephen Howard Attorney for: Rebecca Lynn Flurry 903 W. Green Avenue Orange, Texas 77630 Phone: (409)883-0202 Fax: (409)883-0209 Email: steve@stevehowardlaw.com

Friday Nov. 4th 4905 Yaupon St, Orange 7:30am-11:30am FM 1442 to Bessie Heights, to Tanglewood to Yaupon, Mens Big & Tall clothes, ladies clothes and other misc. items.

Sat. Nov 5th 8am-2pm 240 Quincy St. B.C. Bird cages, mini stepper exerciser, bedside commode, aluminum Christmas tree, queen size quilted bedspread, household misc and more.

Fri & Sat. 7am-2pm NO EARLY BIRDS PLEASE! 4874 Yaupon St. Orange HUGE 2 FAMILY GARAGE SALE! Multi Family Yard Sale at 215 Henrietta St., Orange.

Thursday 11/3, Friday 11/4 and Saturday 11/5 from 8

JAN’S

VOTERS BE AWARE

1. HRC- What Difference Does it Make?

2. 4-AmbassadorsBENGAZY 3. B.C. What is is is?

4. Monica Lewinsky’s Where A-bouts

do not want to miss this sale!

LAWN CARE NOW HIRING

Flower Beds

all positions

Light House Cleaning

Apply in person at 1265 Texas Ave, Bridge City

NO PHONE CALLS

FOR SALE!!!

HARLEY DAVIDSON

FOR SALE 2011 Harley Davidson Super Glide Custom Less than 6K miles, oil cooler with chrome HD cover, forward foot pegs, HD cushion grips, special root beer paint color, well maintained (scheduled maintenance), garage kept.

One owner/rider. Paid $14K, asking $9,500 firm. No holds, payments or trades.Cash only.

(409)221-8969.

Will provide References

409-988-9232 Marlan’s Lawn Care Serving Bridge City & Orangefield for 20 years Your Complete Lawn Service

• Penny Record Office: 333 West Roundbunch, Bridge City • County Record Office: 320 Henrietta, Orange Note: Offices Closed On Wednesday

am to 3 pm. Tools, mens & womens clothes, household items, toys, purses, shoes, Christmas decor, plus much more.

Garage Sale at 740 Young Dr. Bridge City .

Saturday 11/5 from 7am to 1pm. Everything from decor and clothes to a trampoline, Excursion and Rv. Garage Sale this Friday, 11/4 and Saturday, 11/5 from 8 am to 5 pm each day at 3930 Whippoorwill St. in Pinehurst.

Clothes, electronics, hand tools, glassware, books, toys, bicycles and more.

Garage Sale this Saturday, 11/5 from 8 am to 1 pm. At 2005, 2008, 2009 Thousand Oaks.

Clothes, Shoes, Jewelry, Books, Household Items, Gift Items, Decorations, Large Variety of many items, Good Bargains, Price to Sell

First Baptist Church Mauriceville is having a Garage Sale, Some Of Everything, All Proceeds go to Local Missions. Friday 11/4 from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday 11/5 from 9 am to noon. Located 11540 Hwy 12 FOR RENT RV Camper & CAMPER Space For Rent at Peggy’s on the Bayou.

Call for more info .....409-988-2232.

FOR SALE 3 Bedroom 2 baths CA/Heat. 2 car garage Open living area plan, Dinning room, large family room, Fans in each room, Large living room, Garden room. Brand new hot water heater. New roof put on in 2009. Selling due to illness. Corner lot. Located in Oak Creek Village in the New part. Call for

HELP WANTED FULL TIME AND PART TIME GROCERY STOCKERS GROCERY CHECKERS - DELI WORKERS APPLY IN PERSON ONLY NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

K-DAN”S SUPER FOODS _ 9604 FM 105 DANNY’S SUPER FOODS 2003 Western

(*References available*)

more info. Motivated seller 409-670-9272

Beige Queen Bed Spread W/ruffles around it. $15.00 A lot of different Bed skirts 5.00 each Glass Coffee table With Gold/white legs Very nice table 20.00 2 Very Nice Bookshelves 80.00 for both or 50.00 each 409670-9272

Friday, Nov. 4, 4pm to 6pm; Saturday, Nov. 5, 9am to 6pm; Sunday, Nov. 6, 12 to 6pm, located at 1604 Buckingham Dr. in Orange, 77632. Serious buyers only, call 409-779-6657. Early Orange and Beaumont memorabilia, Antique Hand carved Mahogany Wing Back Chair w/ silk fabric, Jewelry, knives, swords, bottles, old US Coins, 1939 Kay Bass, 1940’s Gibson LG2, 1950 national Double Neck Steel Guitar, Hohner French Accordian, 1930’s dining set w/ leaf, 5 chairs & buffet, French dressing table, Hand made walnut spinning wheel, Collectable toys, Texaco Planes, Confederacy currency, Love seat sofa, tools and much more.

Like new cashier with scan bar Call for more info 409-746-9735

TRACTOR WORK BY DANNY COLE

MISC

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Must demonstrate proof of ownership and pay current charges to claim vehicle. www.tdlr.texas.gov 2005 Ford F150 Vin #1FTPW12515FB18381 Owed $1,094.45 2016 Great Dane Trl Vin #1GRAA0621GB705579 Owed $761.54 2014 Peterbilt Vin #1XPBD49X3HD297742 Owed $1,711.54 2010 Honda Accord Vin # 1HGCP2F37AA154658 Owed $630.65 2014 Ford Fiesta Vin #3FADP4BE9EM174365 Owed $740.40

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NOTICE: Vehicle stored at Gilbeaux’s Towing and Transport Inc. 058449 VSF

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Meet Cleo,

She is a black mouth cur that is almost 2 years old.

Cleo is a parvo survivor and she was in a not so good foster home and is now back with us at the West Orange Animal Shelter. She is looking for a loving home with kids to play with, a fenced yard where she can run off some energy.

Her adoption fee is 50.00 which would be refunded once you show proof of a rabies shot and a spay surgery ( must be done within 10 days of adoption).

Please consider Cleo for your new furbaby, she deserves a good loving home and not stuck in a shelter.

The West Orange Animal Shelter has not put a dog down since November of 2014 !!! you can contact

Debbie @

931-472-9003 for more details.

Citation By Publication

To any and all Unknown Heirs and all Persons Interested in the Estate of: Dorothy Marie Browning, Deceased Cause No. P17670 in County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas The alleged heir(s) at law in the above numbered and entitled estate filed an Application to Determine Heirship in this estate on November 21, 2016, Requesting that the court determine who are the heirs and only heirs of Dorothy Marie Browning, Deceased, and their respective shares and interests in such estate.

The court may act on this application at any call of the docket on or after 10:00 a.m. on the Monday next after the expiration of 10 days from the date of publication of this citation, at the Orange County Courthouse, 801 W Division, Orange, Texas 77630 All persons having claims against this Honorable Court by filing a written contest or answer to this application should they desire to do so. To ensure it’s consideration, you or your attorney must file any objection, intervention or response in writing with the County Clerk of Orange County, Texas.

Given under my hand and the seal of the County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas at the office of the County Clerk in Orange, Texas on October 24 , 2016.

Brandy Robertson County Clerk, Orange County, Texas

Kevin LeBoeuf Kevin Leboeuf

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“Let me find your dream home!”

490 Bridge City, Texas 77611 (409) 735-2378

Crystal Kibodeaux, REALTOR

832-418-9033

kibodeauxcrystal@yahoo.com

ORANGE’S OLDEST HOMETOWN APPLIANCE DEALER

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Free Entrance to Texas State Parks Nov. 13 in Honor of Veteran’s Day

Staff Report For The Record AUSTIN— In honor of both active and retired military, daily entrance fees at Texas State Parks will be waived for all visitors Sunday, Nov. 13.

“This is our way of giving thanks to the service that veterans and active military personnel have dedicated to our country,” said Brent Leisure, director of the State Parks Division for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. “We hope that Texans everywhere

will make Texas State Parks part of their celebration this Veteran’s Day.” Parks will be hosting guided hikes, bird walks and other programs throughout the day.

Camping and special activity fees will still apply.

For a full list of events, visit the Texas State Park calendar page.

A map of all Texas State Parks is available on the TPWD website.

409-738-2070