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FOR SHERIFF - ORANGE COUNTY Pol. Adv. Paid For By Deanna Boudreaux, Treasurer for Campaign to Elect Robert T. Strause

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Vol. 60 No. 38

Week of Wednesday, February 26, 2020

The Community Newspaper of Orange, Texas

Councilman asks TxDOT to re-think Adams bridge DAVE ROGERS For The Record

Orange City Councilman Brad Childs was not shy about voicing his frustration about reconstruction plans for the Adams Bayou bridge proposed by the Texas Department of Transportation.

At an informational meeting put on by TxDOT at West Orange-Stark Elementary Thursday, Feb. 20, plans were unveiled for completing the widening of Interstate 10 from four lanes to six across Orange County to the state line.

The meeting concerned the last four-lane stretch, from just east of Martin Luther King, Jr. (FM 3247) to the Sabine River bridge.

At a meeting a year earlier at the same spot, many citizens who feel the current “ground level” feeder road bridges on either side of the elevated bridge flood easily and cause snags that back up water on the north side of the Interstate were in favor of an “alternate version” that completely lifts the feeder road onto the overhead bridge.

But many at that 2019 meeting decried the removal

of the turnarounds, saying without them, they couldn’t access their property and emergency vehicles would be forced to use turnarounds farther down the highway to

reach their properties.

Thursday night, TxDOT unveiled a compromise design at the same WOSE cafeteria with redrawn schematics posted along the walls.

The service road traffic wishing to cross Adams Bayou can take the “high road” as an add-on to the existing elevated I-10 bridge.

And the turnarounds

would be left for those homeowners needing them.

Flood gauges would be added so drivers could easily see IH-10 WIDENING Page 3A

Recycling Focus to the 25th Annual Trash-Off

Petition asks OF board to honor Coulter

Orangefield School board president Dr. Ron Risinger, left, listens as Superintendent Shaun McAlpin gives his monthly report on the state of the district during the Monday, Feb. 24 meeting.

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DAVE ROGERS For The Record

Chad Coulter, all-state football player, teacher and coach, offered “the best of what Orangefield has to offer” and exemplified “the true meaning of Bobcat Spirit,” 2017 Orangefield High graduate Emily Graffagnino said Monday night.

The night Coulter died at age 48 after a lengthy fight with cancer, Jan. 6, Graffagnino posted a change. org petition to rename Orangefield’s football stadium in Coulter’s honor.

More than 1,300 people have signed the petition, she said Monday as she presented a copy to school district trustees at Orangefield’s monthly board meeting.

Her request was altered, though, to have the district name the football field, the track, or the road behind the high school after Coulter.

“Originally, I wanted to rename the stadium in his honor, but that was too much,” she said.

Orangefield’s football stadium has been known as F.L.

McClain Stadium for about four decades. McClain was named Orangefield’s principal in 1957 and served as schools superintendent there from 1963 to 1988, overseeing much of the district’s campus construction.

The board, led by Dr. Ron Risinger, accepted the petition, with Risinger promising that the elected school officials would schedule a vote on how to honor Coulter at an upcoming meeting.

Coulter was an all-state lineman for Orangefield High and was recruited to Kilgore Junior College. He completed his schooling at Stephen F. Austin State University and taught and coached for one year at Deweyville before returning to Orangefield schools as a science teacher and coach.

He coached football, basketball, track, powerlifting and softball for the Bobcats.

In other action Monday, Shaun McAlpin, the district’s new superintendent, reported that enrollment is at 1,819 for the district and COULTER HONOR Page 3A

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Building community partnerships across Orange County to improve our local environment and reduce litter is what the 25th Annual Trash-Off is all about. On Saturday February 22, Keep Orange County Beautiful collaborated with Shangri la Gardens to add recycling to the 2020 Trash-Off. Superior Tire and Service of Orange, and D&D Scrap of Bridge City collected abandoned tires and scrap metal, at no charge to county residents. New this year, was a chance for Trash-Off teams to collect plastic bottles and aluminum drink cans in blue Recyclops bags for recycling.

Over 280 tires were collected during the 5-hour event at the Orange Boat Ramp according to Mike Hughes of Superior Tire & Service. Tire recycling is paid for through a partnership with SE Texas Resource Conservation and Development using enforcement funds from Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ). D&D Scrap from Bridge City also collected scrap metal during this event. This is the first tire recycling KOCB has sponsored in 2020. One-thousand tires and over 10,000 lbs. of scrap metal were collected and recycled in Orange County in 2019. KOCB will sponsor additional recycling events during the year.

Ex-wife boosts Strause sheriff campaign DAVE ROGERS For The Record

Janois Strause Grizzaffi has worked for three different Orange County sheriffs but says she won’t work for her ex-husband if Rob Strause is elected this year.

That’s because she’s retiring in less than a month to be a full-time grandmother.

But she is helping Rob Strause run his campaign for Sheriff.

March 3, Super Tuesday, is election day. But early voting in the Sheriff’s race between Rob Strause, like Janois a deputy sheriff, and Precinct 4 Constable Jimmy Lane Mooney is ongoing through Friday.

Some may have been surprised recently to see the county’s veteran public information officer ask her online friends to vote for her ex-husband.

But a divorce and Janois’ subsequent marriage to former Port Arthur policeman Mark Grizzaffi don’t mean

Sheriff candidate Rob Strause, left, ex-wife Janois Grizzaffi and her current husband, Mark Grizzaffi have teamed up in the life of Bridge City student Cody Strause and now Janois is helping her ex-husband in his political campaign.

everybody can’t still be friends.

“My current husband and ex-husband are good friends,” she said.

“You know what people think is really weird? We all sit on the same row at church, and it’s Mark, me, either my son or my daughter, and Rob.”

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Janois and Rob were married in 2002 and divorced 10 years later. Their son, Cody, is 15 and attends Bridge City schools. They all attend church at Bridge Point Fellowship in Bridge City.

“We were friends before we were married, and we’ve remained friends,” she said.

“I think the main reason is

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Cody. We knew that whatever decisions we had made should not affect his upbringing.

“And I think Mark’s had a lot to do with it. Not many husbands would be supportive but I think it’s Mark’s love for me and my children that allows me to have such a mutual respect for Rob. “There’s nothing wrong with having friendship and mutual respect.”

With no one having filed for county-wide office representing the Democratic party, Tuesday’s winners will face no opposition in November.

While the list of names are long on the party ballots for national and state offices, Orange County’s only five contested races are on the Republican ballot on the ballot.

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Hackbarth welcomes Edgerly to practice in Bridge City there. It makes it easier, makes it a little less shocking.”

“Dr. Hackbarth always enters the room with me and introduces me to the patients. They are used to seeing him there, so we want to make sure they still see him,” said Edgerly. “He’s not going anywhere.”

Edgerly will be taking on all the new clients and general dentistry needs as Hackbarth focuses more on orthodontics and implants as

he reduces his hours.

“We just want to assure all our patients that Dr. Hackbarth will still be here, just on a limited basis,” said Hackbarth. “I intend, hope, if all goes well, to be here for quite a while.”

“I think Doc’s got a few more years in him,” Edgerly joked. “He’s ready to slow down and I’m ready to hit the ground running.”

“I enjoy what I do,” said Hackbarth. “Dentistry has been good to me, it’s just

Alex Edgerly, D.D.S. (Left) was welcomed by John Hackbarth, D.D.S. (Right) into his dentistry practice in Bridge City in January.

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PENNY LELEUX For The Record

Alex Edgerly, D.D.S., an Orange County native, was welcomed home in January.

He joined the Bridge City dentistry practice of John Hackbarth, D.D.S. “I am beyond thrilled to be given the opportunity to work alongside Dr. Hackbarth,” stated Edgerly in a letter going out to the entire practice. “After years of private practice in Port Arthur, Texas, I am finally returning home to care for my community.”

Edgerly graduated from Orangefield High School in 2009 and did his undergraduate studies at Lamar University, before going to the University of Texas Health Science Center School of Dentistry at Houston. Edgerly earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in May 2017 and has been in private practice in Mid-County the last two and a half years.

Ready to grow his practice, Edgerly approached Hack-

barth about joining him in Bridge City to be closer to home.

“My wife and I, we are getting close to preparing for a family, so this is where we wanted to be to raise a family,” said Edgerly. “We’ve started those conversations, but we wanted to be established and be back home before we started.”

The timing was perfect.

Hackbarth had been looking for the right person to join the practice.

“I’m just at a point in my life, it’s time to slow down,” said Hackbarth. “I’ve been practicing since ’78. I really wanted somebody local to continue the practice.” Hackbarth said he had been looking for the right partner for about a year to a year and a half.

“Being from here, it was always my goal to return home,” said Edgerly. “Even in dental school, I talked to everyone in the area, including Orange, so I kind of knew everybody’s timeline. I just cold called him and said,

‘Hey, can I come talk to you?’.”

“We have a very similar treatment philosophy,” said Edgerly.

“We are not a clinic,” said Hackbarth. “This is quality, patient centered, individualized care. We really cater to the patient’s needs. Clinics get caught up in volume. We aren’t that way. It’s a big difference,” said Hackbarth.

“These are people I see at St. Henry’s, Market Basket and so the experience is a big deal for us,” said Edgerly.

The partnership has gone well so far.

“It’s been more than I hoped for, actually,” said Hackbarth. “The patients have been very, very receptive.”

“Fantastic, I would say,” said Edgerly. “My dad works at a plant in Orange, my father-in-law works at a plant in Port Arthur. My wife is from Bridge City, my grandma, Flo…most people know of somebody on my in-laws side or my side, so I try to find some kind of relation

It’s a Matter of the Heart 1K, 3K Make a promise to your heart, a promise to eat more healthy, get more active and say No to smoking, including vaping. Join us for our 2nd Heart Walk at Lamar State College Orange on Saturday, February 29th from 8 am to 2 pm. We will have a 1K and 3K walk, blood pressure checks, presentations of healthy smoothies, heart healthy meal preps, hands on CPR training, family photos, a balloon release and special speaker, Dr. Clare from VA Houston Hospital.

Volunteers and Vendors are welcome, everything is free. For safety, no pets except for service dogs. For more information please contact Ebony Mitchell at 281-450-2391 or Deborah Mitchell at 409-779-1744.

4th Annual Swamp Pop Blowout The 4th Annual Swamp Pop Blowout will be held March 28th at the VFW Hall on North Hwy. 87 in Orange. Tickets will be sold at Granger R.V. Sales on MacArthur Drive. Ticket cost is $20.00 a person. Must be 21 years or older to attend. Tickets will go on sale Feb. 25th through March 28th, and sold Monday through Friday from 10 am to 2 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm on 3-28 with bands starting at 8 pm and going till 12 am. It is open to public and will be BYOB. For tickets or information please call 409-738-2294.

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time to slow down, that’s all.

There is a lot of benefit to having two doctors here.”

“I think it has been very beneficial for both of us,” said Edgerly.

The practice has been at its current location, 825 West Roundbunch Road, Bridge City, since 2003.

Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. The phone number is 735-2401.

They also have two fulltime hygienists on staff.

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Orange City Councilman Brad Childs explains his opposition to the way the Texas Department of Transportation is dealing with the Adams Bayou Bridge in the department’s expansion of Interstate 10 from four to six lanes.

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the depth of the water.

“I disagree with plans for the Adams Bayou Bridge,” Childs said at the public hearing in the school’s gym-

nasium, which was headed up by Adam Jack, TxDOT’s director of transportation planning and development.

“If you leave the Adams

Coulter honors contractors reported that the district’s security project is near completion.

The district’s three campuses are being monitored by 111 video cameras and access to the buildings is via keycards.

Amanda Jenkins, principal of Orangefield Elementary, reported that the PTA and families and friends of students in grades pre-K through 5 and life skills classes raised $43,580 for school improvements during their two-week Adventure Dash Feb. 12-21.

Not long after, the board approved the expenditure of more than $30,000 for playground upgrades at the Elementary campus. Those

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Bayou Bridge like it is, your turnaround will go underwater with six inches of rain.

We would like that the bridge be rebuilt properly.”

Childs, owner of Childs Building Supply and Ace Hardware at I-10 and 16th Street, is one of a group of property owners who live near Adams Bayou that want TxDOT to tear down the current bridge and replace it with one like the one over Cow Bayou, a few miles to the west.

“Even with the service road bridges gone, you still will have 28 pilings into the water at Adams Bayou. There are no pilings in the water at Cow Bayou,” Childs said.

“And we are getting snags [on the pilings] every time it rains.”

Childs told Jack, three other TxDOT staffers and project engineering consultant Greg Jacobs, “I don’t speak on behalf of the city of Orange staff, I speak on behalf of the citizens of Orange I represent and we would like that bridge to be rebuilt properly, not just added on to.

“We do appreciate you taking out the feeder road bridges. We see that like a run batted in. A home run would be to rebuild the whole bridge.”

Bob Baptista, a North Orange resident who has spo-

ken out often for the need for a new Adams Bayou Bridge saw the new presentation as a “wild pitch.”

“It’s just back to the original plan,” he said. “When they postponed this meeting in December, I thought there was a chance they’d adapt it to the Cow Bayou plan.

“But they didn’t. Orange got the shaft, again.”

Fred Avant, Jr., Sharon Odegar and D.D. Terry followed Childs to the podium.

Avant complained that he has no access to his property now when the turnaround is flooded.

Odegar said the entrance lane from the Texas visitor’s center westbound toward 16th Street was too short for trucks to build their speed to safely merge into traffic coming from Louisiana.

Terry said he was worried about how emergency vehicles would be affected by the change.

“To me, it’s a little dicey,” Terry said. “I’d like to see a bridge that looks like the Cow Bayou Bridge.”

During follow-up discussions with TxDOT officials and vendors who were stationed around the cafeteria

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were paid for partly from funds raised through last year’s Adventure Dash, partly by grants from the PTA and the J.J. Watt Foundation.

There was enough Adventure Dash cash from 2019 to fund a new sound system for the cafeteria.

This year’s $43,000-plus in donations met several challenges offered by staff and administration.

Once the drive topped $40,000, teachers had to take a ride down a slime-covered slip-and-slide.

For his part, McAlpin, the superintendent, had to eat a cricket.

“I don’t know if everybody eats crickets, but mine tasted like bacon,” McAlpin said.

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tested, as are Precinct 3 elections for Commissioner and Constable.

In the hard-to-escape 163rd District Judge race, Michael Catt has now raised $33,228, including $21,000 in mostly $1,000 checks from Beaumont lawyers or their firms and Rex Peveto has spent $33,959, according to Monday’s final pre-election campaign filings.

While Peveto is mostly self-funding his campaign, his Feb. 24 report acknowledged a $25,510 payment to DDM Marketing of Lumberton, his one-stop marketing shop.

In the Sheriff ’s race, Mooney reported $15,284 in contributions for the period from Feb. 4 through 24, boosting his total reported fundraising to $24,695.

Big donations included a $5,000 check from Chad Havens and a $4,442 in-kind gift of television advertising from Brad Taylor and Brad Rutledge of Bridge City.

But Strause reported $11,465 of donations, pushing his campaign contributions to $30,186. Brad Taylor donated $4,700 to Strause’s run, according to Feb. 24 filings.

Incumbent County Judge John Gothia is taking on Vidor blueberry farmer Ernest Bayard for the top county government job.

Gothia neared $30,000 in contributions, with $2,900 in new money reported for a campaign total of $28,100 in contributions.

His report included a $2,500 contribution from the Houston-based International Union of Operating Engineers Local 250. It also showed that Gothia still has $22,223 of his contributions on hand, as of Feb. 24.

Bayard did not file a Feb. 24 report. His only filing so far listed no contributions and about $4,000 in political expenses paid from personal funds or by credit card.

Precinct 3 Commissioner Kirk Roccaforte also received support from Local 250, a $2,000 check, according to the latest filing.

Reports show Roccaforte with $8,800 in total contributions for the campaign against $11,077 in campaign expenses. His challenger, Carl LeBlanc, took in $557 during the most recent reporting period and spent $1,068. That gives him $607 in contributions versus $2,211 in expenses for the campaign.

For Precinct 3 constable, Brad Frye filed a report showing $100 in contributions in February and $755 in expenses, for a total raised of $3,350 and a total spent of $4,388.

Opponent Sam Carpenter marked his Jan. 15 report as final, showing $1,943 in expense and no contributions.

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to answer questions about the plans, Childs pointed out that the only way to keep the turnarounds from flooding was to raise their elevation and that was not possible without raising the main bridge.

He was answered by someone saying TxDOT was restrained by budgets, and besides, emergency vehicles could drive the wrong way down service roads to get where they needed.

The budget for this project has gone up from $47 million to $50 million since the informational meeting a year ago.

Childs advocated for TxDOT to “use your slush fund,” which he later explained.

“There’s a fund they have that they can go to to get the bridge finished the right way,” the councilman said.

“There’s a contingency fund for things you forget.”

According to a timeline shown during the public hearing Thursday, environmental approval is expected in the spring with construction set to begin in the fall.

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crowd what made her husband special off the court and why they admired daughter “Gigi” one of their four daughters. Vanessa said, “God knew they couldn’t be on this earth without each other, He had to take them both.” Her 25 minute speech prompted ripples of laughter and left some people wiping tears from their eyes. Seven other friends and family members, en route to an amateur Athletic Union game, along with pilot Ara Zobayan, were killed in the crash on Jan. 26. The memorial service was held on 2-24-2020 in honor of Gigi’s number 2, Koby’s number 24, his 20 years with the Lakers and Kobe and Vanassa’s 20 years marriage. A practicing Catholic, Vanessa and Kobe and their daughters were often seen attending Mass. Vanassa’s faith may be one of the most important resources that she has. Among those attending were Beyonce, Jay-Z, Jennifer Lopez, Lakers GM Jerry West, Lakers legends Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Shaquille O’Neal, Lakers coach Phil Jackson, Spurs Tim Duncan and Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, Olympian Michael Phelps, NBA legend Bill Russell, Dwyane Wade and wife Gabrielle Union and a very tearful Michael Jordan, who said Kobe was like his little brother.

From The Creaux’s Nest COUNTY ONE OF MOST POLARIZED Next Tuesday is Election Day but a lot of voting has been going on in early voting. Over the years voting in Orange County has been polarized, in fact Orange County might be the most polarized county in the state. It all began with the “Tea Party” movement. Ten years ago, every Orange County elected official was elected under the Democratic Party banner. No matter which national party the candidates sign up under their duties will be the same. I’ve never heard a sheriff saying, “Don’t arrest him, he’s a Democrat.” Neither have I heard a judge ask a defendant their party affiliation. Judge Carl Thibodeaux, Judge Buddie Hahn, Judge Pat Clark all were elected as Democrats. Some still serving, who were elected to the office as a Democrat, are still in office, Dist. Attorney John Kimbrough, Sheriff Keith Merritt & Judge Dennis Powell. By the way, the race between Powell and Alan Sanders was the most expensive race ever run in Orange County. Others are Constable Mark Philpott, who replaced John Ford, a lifelong Democrat. Also still serving is Christy Khoury, county treasurer and Vickie Edgerly, district clerk. If anyone voted for a local candidate ten years ago, they voted for a Democratic candidate. If they tell you different they are not being truthful. So you see it is dirty pool to claim a person should or should not be elected because they voted for one party or the other in the past. Example: If a voter today votes for a local candidate, he will vote the Republican ticket. If the tide changes and ten years from now the Democratic Party is the popular party, would you blame the voter for voting Republican 10 years earlier? I tell you what polarization has done; it has driven down the votes. Today, because of so much local partisanship, voters are staying away from the polls. In the Merritt/Mark White race for sheriff, 20,000 votes were cast. In this Primary, the total in any race will not exceed 12,000, even in a presidential election year. Local voters are being driven away from the polls. There is only one answer. Instead of inviting voters to join in on the voting, polarization deems that if you ever voted for one party, you are not welcome in the other. They don’t want competition. I bet you will find that Orange County is one of a few in the state that has candidates in only one party. Whoever wins March 3rd is elected with no opposition in the General Election. If Orange County had a two-party system, twice as many people would vote. Over 50,000 citizens are registered, unfortunately only a fraction will vote. It’s a right we should all observe. Locally we have some good candidates running. Take time to vote, plus it’s also a National Primary for the Democratic Party. One or the other.

Please vote.

CITY MANAGER KNUST WELCOMED The Wednesday Lunch Bunch had a great outing at Robert’s last week. The occasion was to welcome the new Orange city manager Mike Knust. Judge John Gothia introduced Mayor Larry Spears, who in turn introduced Knust. The large crowd included longtime friend Beth Rach, who has been battling cancer over the past eight months. She’s lost a lot of weight but is as pretty as ever.

Attending also was Pearl Harbor survivor, 98 year old Cedric Stout and wife Cherry, who were greeted with a standing ovation. The place was loaded with office holders including all four of the Justice of the Peace officials, Judge Stagner, Judge Jenkins, Judge Simonton and Judge Price. Also attending were tax assessor Karen Fisher, county treasurer Christy Khoury, commissioner Kirk Roccaforte and from the city of Orange attendees were councilman Brad Childs and Paul Burch. Constable candidate Brad Frye, who was running a little late because of a four year old boy found walking alone in the middle of the street. He was wearing girl’s shoes on the wrong feet.

Brad had to see about this little one before coming to the meeting. Others I recall attending were Lamar’s president Dr. Tom Johnson, wearing his Wednesday bowtie, Van Choate and candidate for judge Rex Peveto, former peace officer David Bailey, Marlene Merritt, Robert Simonton, Pam Honeycutt, port commissioner Keith Wallace and Stephanie Roberts, who was recently honored by Bridge City Chamber of Commerce, I know I’m missing some. Sorry I didn’t have a list. Some footnotes: The City of Orange is in good hands with Mayor Spears, who is really a class act. Larry told an emotional story about Judge Chad Jenkins, who preformed the inquest when Larry’s dad passed away a few weeks ago. It was a very difficult time for the family and Judge Jenkins embraced the entire family. Larry said through tears, “He had given them comfort and had treated him like a son.” That really doesn’t surprise me about Chad. Roy gave a historical look at how the city manager form of government came about in Orange and who the players were. Judge Gothia gave an optimistic view of the future of Orange County. I apologize to those I missed. This week the Bunch dines at Southern Comfort. Next week, the day after election, the Lunch Bunch will dine at Robert’s. That should be lively get together. Everyone always welcome.

KOBE REMEMBERED BY MILLIONS Millions of people around the world used Social Media to express shock and sadness over the tragic death of Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, who died in a helicopter crash. Tens of thousands of people flocked to the Staples Center to pay their respects where Bryant had starred for the Lakers during a 20 year career that included five NBA championships. Monday, 20,000 people filled the Center for a memorial service. I t was noted that this was probably the greatest amount of talent ever assembled under one roof. Kobe’s wife, Vanessa, shared with the

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2010 We were sorry to hear of the death of Wendy Zavada Scow, only 38 years old. She passed away Feb. 26 after a lengthy illness. Services were March 2. The Orange native was the daughter of Darlene and Bob Zavada. To her husband Joe, daughter Madison and the entire family we extend our deepest sympathies.***** H.D. and Pat Pate traveled the back roads last weekend through Lake Arthur, Pecan Island and other small towns to make their way to Abbeville. A nice trip and they claim they had the best food they had ever eaten at Shucks. H.D. said “Sassy Shrimp” is a special treat, dipped in Steen syrup and hot sauce and broiled. I’ve personally found all the items on the menu I’ve tried are hard to beat. By the way, happy birthday this week to Pat Pate. Going to Abbeville was a birthday trip.*****Other folks celebrating this week are former sheriff Mike White, Cathy Kimbrow, Rick Trahan and Carolyn Sheppard.*****The Monday Houston Chronicle carried a great story on Earl Thomas, a West Orange-Stark grad. Thomas has left the University of Texas football team with two years left to join the NFL draft. Since childhood he has been a Cowboy fan and would like to play in Texas; if he does it will likely be with the Houston Texans who have the 20th pick. His decision was all about family and getting his parents out of his grandparent’s home. Earl said, “They have taken care of me all my life, it’s going to feel good to finally be able to take care of them.” University of Texas tackle Adam U. Latoski said, “People look up to Earl, he’s a great player who’s smart and has a good attitude.” Colt McCoy said, “Earl’s going to be one hell of a player in the NFL.” Tuesday Earl went through the NFL Combine seen on the NFL Network.*****Buckshot” Winfree was at the hospital Monday getting his sinuses fixed.

He wasn’t getting the full aroma of good food. He’s fixed now and he and Montaigne are ready to get back on the restaurant tour. *****Jay Leno slipped back into his old NBC 10:30 p.m. time slot. He started off Monday with two extremes, Sarah Palin from the radical right and Adam Lambert, from the extreme left.*****Saturday night found an overflow crowd at Peggy’s on the Bayou. Spotted was pretty Robin Lusignan, who recently celebrated a birthday. In her group was her mom Edna, with her husband and a group of friends including longtime friend Janice Overman. Janice’s husband Lyle provides the great music at Peggy’s. Richard was out back cooking hundreds of pounds of nice sized crawfish. Tuesday he was in bed with walking pneumonia.***** The Orange County sheriff’s office, along with other agencies, made a big drug bust Monday night between Vidor and Orange. Homes, autos and weapons were seized. A release from the sheriff’s office was being held up by U.S. Marshals making it too late for my deadline.

GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Obituaries 10 Years Ago-2010 Amelia Jean Swearingen, 87, of Orange, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 23. She had lived in Orange since 1947. She is survived by sons, Stephen K. Swearingen and David S. Swearingen, 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. *****Penny Anne Franklin, 51, of Orange, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 17. Service was held Feb. 20. She was employed as a math teacher at Westbrook High School in Beaumont where she had also coached soccer and swimming. She enjoyed martial arts and was a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. She had been recognized as Teacher of the Year

by Sam’s Club. She is survived by her parents, Earl Franklin Jr. and Carol Franklin; sister, Donna Lee Harris; brother, Michael Franklin; nieces and nephews. *****Bernard “Jiggs” Pinder, 54, died Tuesday, Feb. 23. A visitation only was held Feb. 26. Jiggs was a lifelong resident of Orange.

He worked as a ship fitter at various ship yards. Jiggs was survived by his wife, Ethel Pinder; parents, Arthur and Diane Pinder; son, Daniel Pinder; daughter; Jennifer Pinder; and grandchildren.

40 Years Ago-1980 The building has arrived for the Bridge City/Orangefield Community Center. According to publicity chairman Roy Dunn, “We are just waiting on good weather so the foundation can be laid, then the building will be erected.” Dunn and his partners have donated the property that will house the community center baseball fields and other projects. *****Walmart opens its doors in Bridge City on March 4. Frank Boren of Atkins, Ark. is the manager. He is being transferred from Crockett, Texas.

He and wife Brenda have one son, Brant. Sam Walton was in attendance to open his 280th store. Over 100 city, county and area dignitaries attended the ribbon-cutting.

Bridge City Mayor Gordon Harvey and County Judge Pete Runnels assisted in the ribbon-cutting with Miss Bridge City, Teresa Hearn. Roy Dunn was master of ceremonies. “Mr. Sam” commented that this was one of their finest stores and the response to the opening was the best they ever received throughout their chain. (Editor’s note: The Bridge City store was the very first Walmart store in the area. The other Triangle stores came later. It was the 280th store with locations only in Arkansas and Texas. Now Walmart is worldwide with thousands of stores. *****Betty and Corky Harmon will host a birthday party for Uncle Jim McKay’s 95th birthday. Jim “The Fisherman” McKay, lives alone, does his own cooking and shopping and anything he wants to do. He is famous for his pie baking and catfish catching. (Editor’s note: Jim lived to be 101 and is buried in Orange. He had no family and counted as one of his many friends, “Pretty Boy Floyd’s” family. Floyd’s brother was a sheriff and Jim visited him often. He told many stories and could entertain for hours. Many families around Orange befriended him. He lived in the Opportunity Valley News office building where he prepared meals for the

staff.)*****While visiting in Talcahuano, Chili, Joe Romano took a picture of a car that had a Harmon Chevrolet sticker on it. He brought the picture back to show that the Orange auto dealer is truly international. *****Happy birthday this week to the lovely Vickie Drake Brown. Also celebrating is Truby Shelton, Elaine Stansberry, Nita Williams, Alveda Williams and Nancy Staudt. *****Doing well is Maurice Gillet who had part of one thumb removed at M.D. Anderson. The thumb was removed due to diseased cancer tissue. *****The Orange Service League sponsored an old fashion western party at the Old Timer’s Pavilion. Some of the cow pokes and their cowgirls were Earl and Pat Geis, Barbara and Larry David, Diana and Brooks Hill, Bette and Phil Honeycutt, Karen and Bill Slade, Barbara and Jim Dawes, Elizabeth and Dr. Howard Williams and Fran and Hugh Meindl.

A FEW HAPPENINGS Wednesday, Ash Wednesday, marks the beginning of Lenten season which will last 40 days until Easter. Some Christians, throughout this religious season, give up something special to them as a sacrifice. *****Judge Derry Dunn was in New York last week. A Mauriceville boy in New York, that should be a good story. I wonder if he visited his cousin at Dun and Bradstreet. *****A few folks we know celebrating birthdays this week. On Feb. 24, port commissioner Carroll Holt, celebrates. Here’s a guy that has had many accomplishments in community service.

When he believes in a project he doesn’t let go. *** Feb. 27 is our friend Anna Belle Rost, who reaches the “Golden” age of 85. She’s a wonderful, Christian woman. Also celebrating on this day are these good folks David Claybar, Butch Choate and Darrel’s better half Gretta Brinson. ***On Feb. 28 finds Ginger Romero celebrating. ***On Feb. 29, longtime buddy Logan Dubose celebrates. ***Craig Nugent has a birthday on March 2. ***Election Day is March 3. *****I enjoyed Joe Kazmar’s column last week on his grandson Logan Smith, a pitcher at West Point. Over the weekend, Joe and Susan attended the A&M/Army game at College Station where Logan was due to start either Friday or Saturday. I look forward to Kaz’s Corner this week. *****It’s hard to believe Bridge City Walmart turns 40 years old this Wednesday. I believe there is a special celebration going on. Forty years ago, Roy and Pete Runnels, just youngsters at the time, participated in the grand opening. Roy tells the story about him and Mr. Sam Waldon visiting in the lounge for an hour before the celebration. A visit Roy never forgot. For years a picture of Mr. Sam and Roy hung in the store.

BREAUX BIRTHDAYS Folks celebrating birthdays in the next few days. Feb. 26: Betty Sherman, Claudia Williams, LeeAnn Fuselier and Amanda Beeson all celebrate today.*****Feb. 27: Celebrating on this day are Pamela Buchfield, Butch Coate, Lindsey Moreau.*****Feb. 28: Kurt Reeves and Royce Pendergast all celebrate today.*****Feb. 29: Tabitha Iles, Kevin Jones and Will Brinson are a year older on this day.*****March 1: Having birthdays today are Deedra Black, Jill Culp and Robert Foster.*****March 2: Kay Butler and Tommy Andrus celebrate on this day.*****March 3: Lori Bonds, Joan Broussard, Donna Sullivan and Carolyn Miller are a year older today.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS Feb. 26: Rock singer Michael Bolton turns 66, actors Teresa Palmer, 33 and Carlos Esparza, 29.*****Feb. 27: Pop singer Josh Groban, 36, actors Timothy Spall, 62 and Kate Mara, 36.*****Feb. 28: Country singer Jason Aldean, 43, chef Ainsley Harriott, 62 and Rock singer Patrick Monahan, 50.*****Feb. 29: Motivational Speaker Tony Robbins, 60 and actor Ken Foree, 72.*****March 1: Pop singers Justin Bieber turns 25 and Kesha is 32, movie director Ron Howard will be 65.*****March 2: Rock singer Jon Bon Jovi will be 57, actress Rebel Wilson, 39 and football player Reggie Bush, 34.*****March 3: actors Julie Bowen, 48, Christian Oliver, 47 and Nathalie Kelley 34.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Poul-Do Babineaux sent his boy Gater to Baton Rouge, da Capital, for to get Poul-Do’s birth certificate. Him, he wants to apply for some benefits. In about one hour Gater him, return to Breaux Bridge.

His Papa is upset and he axe Gater, “Why don’t you go to Baton Rough like I toll you, hanh?” Gater answer, “Mais Papa, da bridge at Whiskey Bay, it was raised straight up on boat sides. I couldn’t cross me. Tee-Tom Comeaux, da bridge operator toll me dere was no use waiting, a tug pushing a barge full of Viagra had turned over in da river.

Dat Viagra in da water had drawn boat’ of dem bridge spans straight up towards da sky and it could last for up to four hours. Tee-Tom say if dey don’t come down by den, dey would call da bridge doctor to take necessary steps to try and bring dem down.”

C’EST TOUT HOW YOU CAN TELL WHEN IT’S GOING TO BE A ROTTEN DAY • You wake up face down on the pavement.

• You put your bra on backward and it fits better.

• You call Suicide Prevention Hotline and they put you on hold.

• You see a “60 Minutes” news team waiting in your office.

• Your birthday cake collapses from the weight of the candles.

• You want to put on the clothes you wore home from the party and there aren’t any.

• You turn on the news and they’re showing emergency routes out of the city.

• Your twin sister forgot your birthday.

• You wake up and discover your waterbed broke and then realize you don’t have a waterbed. ********** Thanks for your time, mine is up. Here’s hoping your candidate wins but remember he can’t if you don’t vote.

Take care and God bless.

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Bridge City Public Library offers income tax help AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) 2019 tax filing assistance will be offered by IRS-certified volunteers at the Bridge City Public Library on ursdays beginning March 5 th and ending April 15.

Reservations are available from 1:30 through 5:00 by calling the library at 409735-4242.

Bring the following to the appointment: 1. A photo identication.

2. Social security cards and Birthdates: yours, your spouse, and any dependents.

3. Wage and Income state-

ments: Form W-2, Social Security, 1099-R, W2G. 4. Interest and Dividend statements from banks: Forms 1099.

5 Records of any Capital Gains and Losses: Forms 1095-A, B or C. 6. Affordable Health Care Statements.

7. A copy of last year’s federal and state returns.

Computers are also available for anyone wanting to do their own tax filing during normal Library hours: Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., ursday, 1 to 7 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce named Commonground Church its February member of the month. Pictured, from left, are Angel Shaffer, Financial Secretary Courtney Johnson, Lead Pastor Bud Davis, Eric Ellison, and Scot C. Shaffer.

Commonground Church named BC Chamber February member e Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Commonground Church has been named Member of the Month for February 2020.

Lead Pastor Bud Davis accepted the award from Lifetime Ambassador/Board Member Scot C. Shaffer, Owner of the Scot C. Shaffer Insurance Agency, at the chamber’s February Networking Coffee hosted by Candace Aras, RE/MAX One. Commonground Church received an acrylic award sponsored by Energy Country Ford and gifts from Sabine Federal Credit Union, Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, Wellspring Credit Union, Mary Kelone of Barefoot Souls, Neches Federal Credit Union and

5Point Credit Union.

Commonground Church was established in 2005. rough the years, they have met in a home, two Bridge City schools, Bridge City Community Center, batting cages, before building a new facility located at 1115 West Roundbunch Road in Bridge City, in December 2011.

Commonground Church takes a creative approach to ministry as this church was created to reach people who don’t go to church or feel that church isn’t relevant in today’s culture.

Everyone is invited to attend their Sunday Service at 10:30 am. For more information on Commonground Church, call (409) 697-2422 or visit their website: www.cgcc.org

Deaths and Memorials

Shelba Jean Forse, 80, Orangefield Shelba Jean Forse, 80, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away on February 25, 2020, in Port Arthur, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 28, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Mark Bunch.

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

Born in Bayou Scie, Louisiana, on May 11, 1939, she was the daughter SHELBA JEAN of Cleveland George Campbell and FORCE Ruby Inez McFerrin. Shelba graduated from Orangefield High School in 1957. She attended St. Paul United Methodist Church in Bridge City. Shelba enjoyed crafting and gardening. She was a loving wife, sister, and aunt, and she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cleveland and Ruby Campbell; her sister, Barbara Coulter; and her nephew, Chad Coulter.

She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Forrest Kermit Forse of Orangefield; her brothers, Troy Campbell and wife Joanne of Austin and James Campbell of Bridge City; her siblings-in-law, Howard Forse of Midland, Marilyn Allen of Cypress, and Alice Rhodes and husband Joe of Granbury; her nieces and nephews, Heggie Coulter of Orangefield, Hollie Erickson and husband John of Kingwood, Jason Campbell and wife Tara of Dallas, Christopher Campbell of Sacramento, California, Brandon Campbell of Austin, Rachael Russell and husband Alex of San Francisco, California, and Kim Cooper and husband Jim of Bridge City; and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Cole Coulter, Coby Coulter, Jordan Ruff, Ian Erickson, Nicholas Erickson, Gage Campbell, Makayla Cooper, and Waverlee Cooper.

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Golden K Kiwanis Club meetings Golden K Kiwanis is a non-profit group for ages 50 and above that has as its mission, children. Golden K meets each Wednesday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in the Salvation Army Building, 1950 MLK Drive, Orange 77630. Coffee and light refreshments are always served. The following programs are now in place: Wed., Feb. 26: Claire Smith will update Golden K members on her beekeeping business. Anne Payne - refreshments, Wed., Mar. 4: Orange County Commissioner Johnny Trahan will update Golden K on recent happenings with the Commission. Anne Payne - refreshments.

Then on Wed., Mar. 11: Debbie from Cottage Cuttings, 1315 Bancroft Road, Orange 77632, will suggest plants for a customer's flower beds based on direction beds face the sun, soil type, and layout of beds. Some cuttings will be distributed and then Wed., Mar. 18: No meeting, Spring Break. For further Golden K information, email: annieoakley1116@gmail.com.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Ash Wednesday On February 26, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Bridge City will be celebrating Ash Wednesday with "Ashes on the Run" at Noon. Then in the evening at 5:00 pm, we will have a Pancake Supper and at 6:00 pm, we will have a worship service to include the imposition of ashes. Come and join us for the celebration of the beginning of the Lenten season. The address is 945 W. Roundbunch Road, Bridge City.

It’s a Matter of the Heart 1K, 3K Make a promise to your heart, a promise to eat more healthy, get more active and say No to smoking, including vaping. Join us for our 2nd Heart Walk at Lamar State College Orange on Saturday, February 29th from 8 am to 2 pm. We will have a 1K and 3K walk, blood pressure checks, presentations of healthy smoothies, heart healthy meal preps, hands on CPR training, family photos, a balloon release and special

speaker, Dr. Clare from VA Houston Hospital. Volunteers and Vendors are welcome, everything is free. For safety, no pets except for service dogs. For more information please contact Ebony Mitchell at 281-4502391 or Deborah Mitchell at 409-779-1744.

OCF Book Club to meet OCF Book Club will meet at 2 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 27, at Luigi's Restaurant, 3105 Edgar Brown Drive, West Orange, TX 77630, to discuss the book, SEA GLASS by Anita Shreve. The review will be presented by Diane Sturdivant of Orange, President of the Friends of the Orange Library. The Book Club will meet in the private meeting room at Luigi's and order food, Dutch Treat. President of OCF is Debra McCombs, and OCF Book Club Chair is Diane Grooters.

LCMISD Kindergarten Roundup If you have a child or know of a child who will begin kindergarten in the fall, please take note of and share these dates. Little Cypress Elementary, 409-886-2838: April 2, 9:00-10:00 a.m. or 6:00-7:00 p.m. Mauriceville Elementary, 409-745-1615: April 2, - 8:30-9:30 a.m. or 5:30- 6:30 p.m. prekindergarten sign up will also be this day at MVE, for those who meet the requirements.

LCE will hold a Pre-K roundup at a later date. Those with questions should contact the school your child will attend by calling the number listed beside the school’s name above. Important: Parents or guardians must provide the following when registering their children: The child’s birth certificate, child’s social security card, child’s shot record, parent's driver’s license, and a proof of residence, such as an electric or other utility bill.

Lenten Fish Fry Knights of Columbus 13825 St. Francis of Assisi, Knights of Columbus Council 13825 is selling fish dinners in the San Damiano Center (behind the Church) located at 4300 Meeks Drive from 4:30PM to 6:30PM on the following Lenten Fridays:

February 28, March 6, March 13, March 20, March 27 and April 3. Dinner includes two pieces of fish, french fries, hushpuppies, coleslaw, drink and dessert for $10.

4th Annual Swamp Pop Blowout The 4th Annual Swamp Pop Blowout will be held March 28th at the VFW Hall on North Hwy. 87 in Orange. Tickets will be sold at Granger R.V. Sales on MacArthur Drive. Ticket cost is $20.00 a person. Must be 21 years or older to attend. Tickets will go on sale Feb. 25th through March 28th, and sold Monday through Friday from 10 am to 2 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm on 328 with bands starting at 8 pm and going till 12 am. It is open to public and will be BYOB. For tickets or information please call 409-738-2294.

Jackson Community Center offers tax help The Jackson Community Center will be offering fast tax refund and electronic filing to eligible families and individuals earning up to 54,000 or less by appointment only.

This service will continue start February 3rd and go through April 15. The JCC is located at 520 W. Decatur Ave in Orange and is open Mon. thru Fri. from 10 am to 5 pm, and every other Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm. Please call to schedule an appointment and for additional information contact Elizabeth Campbell at 409-779-1981 or email jccorange@gmail.com.

Orange County Master Gardeners plant fair The Orange County Master Gardeners are holding their 7th Annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair Saturday, March 14, 2020, 8AM - 1PM at Cormier Park, 8235 FM 1442, Orangefield. Hundreds of nursery and member grown plants will be for sale including many varieties of citrus, berries, Texas Superstars, perennials, natives, annuals, house and tropicals along with succulents, lilies and many other hard to find and unusual plants. Plant specialists and members will be available to answer questions and to assist you selecting your plants. Specialty booths will be set up with unique gardening and craft items. For more information check out http://txmg.org/orange or contact us at sheribethard@yahoo.com.

American Legion Post 49 Officer Elections The American Legion Post 49 in Orange is seeking officer nominations at our meetings on March 14th at 2pm and April 11th at 2 pm. The officer elections will be held on May 9th at 2pm. all members should attend these meetings. The American Legion Post 49 is located at 108 Green Ave in Orange.

Orange County Beekeepers Group Meetings The Orange County Beekeepers Group meets the first Tuesday of each month 6 pm at La Cantina Restaurant 2709 McArthur Drive in Orange. Anyone interested in Honeybees or Beekeeping is welcome to attend our meeting. We are a group of local beekeepers interested in spreading information about honeybees and the pollination service they perform. This group works with the Orange County Ag Agent to expand beekeeping opportunity in Orange. We also strive to aid and assist fellow beekeepers, any new beekeepers and the general public.

Officers of the Orange County Apiary Committee are normally in attendance to answer questions and assist Orange County residents. For information or assistance with Honeybee removals please contact the Orange County Agrilife office 409-882-7010, Len VanMarion 409-728-0344 Texas Master Beekeeper, Christie Ray 409-550-9195 owner of QueenBee Supply in Orange or Brian Muldrow 713-377-0356, owner of Muldrow Bee Farm.

Community Christian School Golf Tourney Community Christian School has rescheduled their Golf Tournament at Sun-

set Grove Country Club to April 4th. The tourney will cost $100 per player / $350 foursome and the deadline to enter is Nov. 9th. There will be a $50 Ball Drop, $25 Strokes, $1200 Grand Prize, a Hole in One for hole #14 sponsored by Sabine River Ford with a new truck the prize with other prizes as well. Please call 409-883-4531 or email karad@ccorange.org for registration details.

Dementia Care Givers' Support Group The Dementia Care Givers' Support Group meets at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Canticle Building, 4300 Meeks Drive in Orange on the following days and times: Second Wednesday of every month at 10:00 a.m., and Second Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m..

Seek & Find Resale Store The Seek & Find Resale Shop is open on Thursdays from Noon to 6:00 pm, Fridays from 12 noon to 3:00 pm and Saturdays from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm. We are selling all types of used items - clothes, toys, books, household items,etc. Our proceeds help fund our music programs at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Please come and see us at 985 W. Roundbunch Road, next to Happy Donuts.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Fundraiser Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is currently selling Durham Ellis Nuts. Pecan halves are $10.00/lb, Pecan Pieces are $9.75/lb and walnut pieces are $8.25/lb. We also have delicious chocolate covered pecans for $9.25. Come and check out our inventory of nuts. Our phone number is 409-735-4573. We are selling these nuts to further our music ministry by offering music scholarships to two Lamar University students.

Pinnacle Music Academy Pinnacle Academy offers private music lessons for Piano, Vocal, Guitar, Drums, Bass Trumpet, Ukulele, and more for all ages. Learn all musical styles including Pop, Rock, Country, Metal, Jazz, Blues, and Hip Hop. Pinnacle Academy is located at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 945 W. Roundbunch, Bridge City. Come and discover this opportunity to learn an instrument in the local area. For more information, call 409241-3920 or visit www.PinnacleMusicAcademy.com.

Orange County Beekeeping Group The Orange County Beekeepers Group is a group of local beekeepers interested in spreading information about honeybees and the pollination service they perform.

The group also strives to aid and assist fellow beekeepers, any new beekeepers, and the general public. For information or assistance with honeybee removals, please contact Len VanMarion 409-728-0344 or Brian Muldrow 713-377-0356.

Orange Al-Anon meetings Al-Anon can help if someone close to you has a drinking problem. Al-Anon meets Sundays & Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., North Orange Baptist Church, 4775 N. 16th St. (Rear), Orange, TX 77632. Call 474-2171 or 988-2311 for more info. Calls are kept Confidential.

Bridge City Al-Anon Meetings Al-Anon meetings are held on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Library at St. Henry's Catholic Church Education building, located at 475 W. Roundbunch Road, Bridge City. For more information, please contact Cindy at 409-749-9036 or Mike at 409-718-0333.

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KAZ’S KORNER JOE KAZMAR

FOR THE RECORD

Over the years major league baseball has attempted to shorten the length of nine-inning regular-season games.

A couple of years ago a rule was tried in spring training whereby the pitcher had a certain number of seconds to make the next pitch.

Wife Susan and I were at College Station last weekend to watch the series between Texas A&M and Army.

In all three games pitchers had 20 seconds to make the next pitch ONLY when there were no runners on the basepaths. en the clock was off. Teams also had two minutes to get off the field after the third out and the other team to do their between-inning warm-up throws.

is really helped speed up the games

without anyone expiring the 20-second or two-minute clock.

On Friday we watched Texas Aggies All-American left-hander Asa Lacy pitch five innings and get 14 of the 15 outs via the strikeout route with his 94-97 mph fastball.

Saturday afternoon our grandson Logan Smith started for Army against the Aggies and neither pitcher in the two games violated the 20-second clock.

But this idea apparently was pooh-poohed by major league baseball for use in the regular season.

However, this year MLB went ahead with its planned rules changes for this season, including the requirements a pitcher must face at least three batters or end the halfinning, unless he is hurt, according to last week’s issue of USA Today

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DICKIE COLBURN Bryant is suing the helicopthe regular season. “e lady at the tackle shop FISHING REPORT If a game gets one-sided ter company for flying in untold us not to worry about the and the manager decides to safe weather conditions and FOR THE RECORD weather and that we would use a position player to pitch, bad judgement by the pilot “For more than two months my probably do better on Rayburn he will not count against the for violating their own flight fishing partner and I planned a fishthan Toledo Bend. Two guys team’s pitcher limit. Position rules by taking off in exing trip to Toledo Bend hoping to players are prohibited from tremely foggy conditions. had just won a tournament catch a bass over seven pounds,” said pitching through the ninth For the handful of boxing with five bass weighing almost Paul Degeter. “We decided back in inning unless the player’s fans besides myself, last 50 pounds the weekend before,” December to fish the Bend because team is winning or losing by weekend’s highly anticipated said Degeter. all the good reports were coming six or more runs when he bout between undefeated “We bought the crankbaits and lizards she from there.” takes the mound. mammoth heavyweights ey planned their trip around everything suggested and drove over to the Twin Dykes “What had been a 26th Tyson Fury and Deontay from high school proms to dance recitals, launch. We didn’t even get out of the truck,” player for certain day-night Wilder at Las Vegas resulted booked a room in Jasper and spent the past added Degeter. “I’ve seen a few big boat double-headers through in Wilder’s corner throwing two months reading reports and buying wakes, but never a real wave in the Basin Aug. 31 will become a 27th in the towel in the seventh baits they had never fished. “Toledo Bend and there was no doubt that we needed a lot player in those situations. round after Fury dominated didn’t look a whole lot like the Atchafalaya,” more boat just to get to the area she sugat player won’t count every minute of every round, gested we fish.” pointed out Degeter. against the pitcher limit,” the knocked down Wilder twice e weather only worsened so they When the duo left New Iberia it was 70 USA Today article pointed and landed 58 punches to 18 launched at Fin and Feather and pinned degrees with a light south wind.

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Hunting, fishing regulation changes up for comment The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is now accepting public comment on proposed changes to saltwater fishing regulations for 2020-2021. These changes are focused on the recreational and commercial flounder fishery and paddle craft licenses.

TPWD will be taking public comment on the following proposed changes to the 2020-2021 Statewide Recreational Fishing Proclamation, with input to be considered before any action by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission at its March 26 public hearing: • Increasing the minimum size limit for flounder to 15” • Closing all flounder fishing from Nov. 1 to Dec 15.

• Changing the course requirements to include a paddle craft leading course from the American Canoe Association or another TPWD approved course.

The public is encouraged to provide comment on the proposed changes. Opportunities to provide comments for or against these proposals include: • Facebook Live Webinar: TPWD Coastal Fisheries staff will present proposed fishing regulation changes and answer questions in a Facebook Live webinar at noon on Friday, Feb. 28 on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Facebook page.

Public hearings: TPWD Coastal Fisheries staff will be hosting several public hearings on the coast to receive input from stakeholders and constituents concerning the proposed changes.

• Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30pm at Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Dr, Port Arthur, TX 77642 Online: Once the proposed regulations are published in the Texas Register, comments on each component of the changes can be provided on the TPWD public comment page until March 25.

Phone or Email: The Coastal Fisheries Division at 512-389-2011 or cfish@tpwd.texas.gov ••• The TPWD is also accepting public comment on proposed changes to hunting regulations for 2020-2021.

The proposed changes include amending definitions, application requirements and conditions for pronghorn and antlerless mule deer permits; and specifying season dates and bag limits for the 2020-2021 migratory game bird seasons.

• Implement rules to administer an automated process for the application and issuance of pronghorn and antlerless mule deer permits • Establish seasons and bag limits for the take of migratory game birds for 2020-21

• Decrease the daily bag limit for scaup from three to one in all zones • Decrease the daily bag limit for light goose daily bag limit from twenty to ten during the regular season in both zones • Shift goose seasons (and light goose conservation season) in the Western Zone one week later than in previous years • Shift snipe hunting season dates two weeks later than in previous years The public is encouraged to provide comment on the proposed changes. Opportunities to provide comments for or against these proposals include: Facebook Live Webinar: TPWD staff will present proposed hunting regulation changes and answer questions in a Facebook Live webinar at noon Feb. 28 on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Facebook page.

In writing: To TPWD, attn. Hunting Regulations Public Comment, 4200 Smith School Rd., Austin, TX 78744.

Phone or Email: Comments on the proposed pronghorn and antlerless mule deer permit changes may be submitted to Mitch Lockwood at 830-792-9677, mitch.lockwood@tpwd.texas. gov. Comments on the proposed migratory game bird changes may be submitted to Shaun Oldenburger at 512389-4778, email: shaun.oldenburger@tpwd.texas.gov.

On February 7, Evan Barborek and Chrisleigh Longlois brought home the Gold Medal in Mixed B Doubles at the Kountze Varsity Invitational. On February 14, more shiny medals were won at the Vidor Varsity Invitational. Gold medal winners were Colton Smith, for Boys Singles, Gavin Fountain and Dakota Posey won the Boys Doubles and Dax Rodgers and Jenna McCorvy won Mixed Doubles. The next game is February 28 at Kelly. Jenna McCorvy and Dax Rodgers, Colton Smith, Dakota Posey and Gavin Fountain. Coach Brett Nicholson is in front.

Colburn “but Lawrence caught a 7pounds 3-ounce fish.”

“We were too embarrassed to weigh it at the Marina, but our friends at home think it was a big deal.” His final assessment of their wellplanned, but disappointing adventure, was that Lawrence’s fish was at least big enough to earn them another trip next year.”

Rayburn got the nod for next year after they learned on the way home that Anthony Sharpe had won a tournament with 40-pounds on the last day they fished Toledo Bend. “I don’t know what we are going to do with these big crankbaits and half pound slip sinkers until then,” concluded Degeter. "Our poor little bass in the Basin would run from a bait that big!”

Judging by the information shared by the anglers that posted both the five fish 49pound catch and the five fish 40 pound catch, there are still a lot of impatient big bass camped on deeper staging

From Page 1B areas. Carolina rigged plastics and deep diving crankbaits accounted for all of those big fish.

Even more encouraging is the fact that so many of those big sows came out of very tight areas. When you are catching 8 to 12½ pound bass cast after cast without burning gas, it would lead you to believe that the big bass population is in good shape on Rayburn. e deeper pattern is very much the same on Toledo Bend as well. While covering as much 3 to 7 feet of water will occasionally produce a shot at a lifetime best, your odds increase dramatically when fishing deeper staging area.

Remember, these bass haven’t even decided where to build their beds. ey are just ganging up in small areas waiting to start their search.

When they are holding on these deeper breaks, a Carolina rigged lizard or brush hog is hard to beat. When they move up in the nearest

Korner those who played on the 2017 World Series Championship team that are receiving death threats to themselves as their families and said so during last week’s annual meeting with the Major League Baseball Players Association that lasted more than three hours. e team wants the MLBPA to provide adequate protection for the players and their families when the team is on a road trip.

JUST BETWEEN US… Our grandson Logan Smith, who was named Pitcher of the Week by the Patriot League and Outstanding

shallow water to hunt, a deep diving crankbait or larger lipless crankbait gets the nod.

Properly fishing either of these techniques is best learned fishing with someone that has fished them for a while. Giving yourself the best chance of success includes choosing not only the best lure, but rod, reel and line as well.Both size and type of line are critical and this certainly is not a case of “one size fits all.” Braid has its advantages when fishing the Carolina rig or a jig while mono or fluorocarbon will breathe life into a Crankbait.

I would recommend shopping a more fishermanfriendly tackle shop like Rambo’s to minimize the learning curve. e anglers shopping these smaller more personalized stores are not simply killing time while the wife mills through less appealing aisles and, at the very least, the person manning the cash register can tell you what folks are spending their money on!

From Page 1B Player of the Week by West Point for his shutout of Duke last week, started against Texas A&M Saturday afternoon and pitched great, but didn’t get any support from his defense in that tragic fifth inning. Army was leading 2-1 in the bottom of the fifth, surrendered a legitimate sacrifice fly by the Aggies to tie the game and then was victimized by three physical errors and two mental boo-boos which led to four more unearned runs.

All five of the Aggies hits were ground balls. Logan was replaced in the sixth inning trailing 6-2 and was the

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losing pitcher of record despite his teammates adding three runs in the last four innings with the final score 65. Logan’s two-game totals are two earned runs in 12 innings, six hits, 14 strikeouts and two walks. His earned run average is still a minuscule 1.67 as he gets ready for two games each against Air Force and Campbell at Fayetteville, N. Car. this weekend. e undefeated Texas Aggies (8-0) moved up 2 spots from 20 to 18 in this week’s Division 1 College Baseball poll after sweeping Army (1-5) last weekend.

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GAME WARDEN FIELD NOTES The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife law enforcement reports.

Drunk in Love An Atascosa County game warden was on routine night patrol when a dark colored, full sized dually truck pulled onto the highway in front of his patrol unit without headlights almost causing a major accident. The warden initiated a traffic stop for not having headlights on at night, an expired vehicle registration and defective tail lamps. Upon making contact with the driver, he detected a strong odor of alcohol. The driver’s license had been suspended and expired since 2012. The warden asked for assistance from a nearby DPS Trooper and the driver was ultimately arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and an open container. Felony charges are pending.

Caught in a Bad Romance A Bexar County game warden was checking fisherman on the southside of San Antonio when he heard gunshots coming from near IH-35. The warden patrolled the area looking for vehicles parked on the side of the interstate when he saw a grey Ford Focus with the driver’s side door open and a woman sitting in the passenger’s seat. The driver was not in the vehicle and the woman had multiple butane lighters on her lap.

The driver then emerged and was walking back to the vehicle from a wooded area but exhibited signs of a person under the influence of narcotics. The warden asked the driver if they had any weapons and he said he had a .22 in the vehicle. The warden then asked if he could search for contraband and the driver consented.

During the search, he discovered 2.3 grams of crystal meth and a .22-caliber semi-automatic rifle. The driver admitted he had shot at a fox but had missed. He was arrested for possession of controlled substance and transported to the Bexar County Jail.

Rollercoaster of Love A Sabine County game warden received a call from a neighboring Louisiana State game warden looking for information about a Texas resident that had been hunting ducks in Louisiana. The warden found some posts on Face-

book from the suspects that could lead to potential cases in Texas. After contacting the suspect and their spouse about the pictures and posts on Facebook, wardens discovered that the pair had hunted several white-tailed deer without a hunting license. The suspect was also cited in Louisiana for hunting ducks without a license, no state migratory stamp, hunting over bait and placing bait to attract ducks. The individual and his spouse were also issued several citations and warnings in Texas including hunting without a license, improperly tagged deer, criminal responsibility of minor and harvest log violations. Cases and restitutions are pending in both states.

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A McMullen County game warden received an anonymous call about a man that was hunting without landowner consent. The man worked at a drilling site on a ranch and had posted a picture on Facebook posing with a deer on a production site near where he worked. The caller noted that the picture was posted several weeks ago but had since been deleted. Over the next week, the warden gathered enough evidence to have a warrant issued for the suspect’s arrest. The issue, at that time, was that the suspect was out of state. During the course of the investigation, the warden gained the cooperation of the company the suspect worked for and they told him the suspect was scheduled to work at the same drilling site and would be arriving to the location soon. The company added that they did not want the suspect on the property but would put off firing him until the arrest was made.

When he arrived on the property, the suspect was placed under arrest and transported to jail where he later confessed to hunting without landowner consent.

Cases for hunting without landowner consent, hunting at night and hunting with artificial light are pending.

The assistance and advice of La Salle, Duval and Atascosa County game wardens, along with McMullen County Sheriff ’s Office, were crucial in these cases being filed.

Fly Like an Eagle A Comanche County game warden was contacted by a concerned fisherman about a possible injured bald eagle near the dam at Lake Proctor. The warden arrived on scene and contacted the fisherman who confirmed through a photograph that it was in fact a bald eagle. The warden contacted the veterinarian at the Abilene Zoo and they agreed to take the eagle in for treatment of its injuries.

The eagle was severely dehydrated and had an infected wound on one wing.

The next day the eagle was transported to South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center where it will stay until it can be released back at Lake Proctor.

Crazy in Love A Tyler County game warden was flagged down by a Jasper County Sheriff ’s Deputy that was responding to a call from a landowner about a trespasser on an ATV that had just stolen six game cameras. The warden, deputy and a DPS officer followed the ATV tracks and were able to locate where the subject lived. The landowner’s property was located and after a short interview, a full confession was obtained from the subject. He had just gotten out of jail a few days prior for theft of property and was currently on probation. He was arrested for felony theft and trespassing and transported to the Jasper County jail. Cases are pending.

We Belong Together Two Throckmorton County and Haskell County game wardens were patrolling near Lake Stamford when they saw a truck suspiciously parked on the county road with its doors open. From a distance, the wardens saw a man walk out of the bar ditch and get into the truck. They approached the vehicle and saw a rifle in the passenger’s seat and nearly a dozen snares in the bed of the pickup. The man was interviewed and admitted that he was placing snares and hunting from the county road. A dead coyote that was caught in his snare was discovered a short distance away. The man was also a convicted felon. In addition to multiple class C misdemeanors, cases were filed for hunting from the public road and the man was arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

The Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School boys golf team, from left, are Jack Burke, Wyatt Wozniak, Mason Sterling, and Travis Love.

The Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School girls golf team, from left, are Neely Wozniak, Montana DiLeo, Jaycie Benton, and Trinity Williams.

LC-M Bears golf fares well at regional preview tournament e Little Cypress-Mauriceville boys and girls golf teams traveled to Huntsville over the weekend and had a great showing in the Regional Preview Tournament at Raven Nest Golf Club. e boys took second place in the team division behind the solid play of Jack Burke and Wyatt Wozniak.

Burke was the Individual Champion as he fired a 73-76/149 while Wozniak followed up a 91 on day one with a solid 77 on Day Two. Mason Sterling shot a 96-94/190 and Travis Love finished with a 108-103/211.

Montana Dileo led the Lady Bears with an 87-81/168 to take second place individually and help the sophomore foursome take third in the team division.

Neely Wozniak fired a 101-96/197, Jaycie Benton finished with a 138-111/249, and Trinity Williams shot a 132-147/279.

Bart Williams and Johnny Harrell are coaches for these teams.

BOYS TEAM DIVISION 1, Midlothian Heritage; 2, LC-M; 3, Madisonville.

BOYS INDIVIDUAL 1, Jack Burke, LC-M; 2, Seth Campbell, Lovelady; 3, Cade Allison, Robinson.

GIRLS TEAM DIVISION 1, Midlothian Heritage; 2, Huffman; 3, LCM. GIRLS INDIVIDUAL 1, Kate Adelmann, Midlothian Heritage; 2, Montana Dileo, LC-M; 3, Maddie Sanders, Midlothian Heritage.

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All Precision Machining students received blue ribbons and will advance to state competition in Corpus Christi April 2‐5. Precision Machining: back from left, Rayne Vance, Paulino Santos, Ja’Marrion Thompson, and Jeremy Ruiz. Not Pictured: Pedro Mayo (also received “Best of Show”) Instructor: Carlo Paulino The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce had the honor of presenting a certificate for Student of the Month for Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD to Zoe Levens.

Levens LCM Student of Month

These students competed at Lamar Institute of Technology, where they displayed the projects they had been working on since September. Students must complete a notebook documenting their progress and planning.

Photography: back from left, Luis Mata, Dax Fregia, Nia Hodge, Angel Gaitan, and Dace Lowe; middle from left, Jazmine Verdine, Anahi Davila, and Imely Estrada; seated from left, Kassidy Vasquez, Noe Lara (also received “Best of Show”) , Chattoria Wade, and I’nestee Judge. Not Pictured: Jazmin Rico Instructor: Lacey Hale Students competed in Portrait and Digital Photography, Digital Image Manipulation, Digital Illustration, and Advertising Design Campaign. Blue ribbon winners advance to state competition in Corpus Christi April 2‐5.

Youth Leadership Southeast Texas students from Orangefield High School participated in a community service project with a monetary donation and a gift of baby supplies to the Birthright of Orange. The students sold baked goods and held a mock baby shower in order to collect money, diapers, and baby items to support Birthright. Pictured from left, Hadley Psencik, Hannah Francis, and Gracie Donnaud

e Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce had the honor of presenting a certificate for Student of the Month for Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD to Zoe Levens.

“Whether in the classroom or on the court, Zoe is always a hard worker that finds success in both places.

“She is a very positive young lady, often carrying a smile wherever she goes.” --Jeff Collier AP Stats Teacher.

“One word, GENUINE. Zoe has a genuine love for her team. She works hard without being asked to and without complaints. Her sacrifice for her teammates during practice and play naturally comes out day after day.

She is a model student and a model athlete.

She is what I would describe as a coach’s dream athlete. Zoe’s love for her teammates is unconditional and that love is what makes

her something special, GENUINE.” --Coach Rhonda Williams.

She is characterized as self-motivated, kind, passionate, and caring. Accomplishments include: District 22-4A All-District Honorable Mention and was recognized by Orange Leader for volleyball.

Ranked 6 th out of 231 in senior class, All A Honor Roll for grades 9-11, Outstanding achievement in multiple classes including college algebra, AP US History and AP English III, and Freshman Star Student.

She is a member of the National Honor Society, Bear Believers, Interact, FFA, and Church Youth Group.

After graduation she plans to attend McNeese State University majoring in General Studies with applied and natural sciences concentration.

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce recognized Mrs. Carla Jordan as the outstanding Employee of the Month for Deweyville ISD. She is a proud Louisianan with 28 years teaching experience, all of which has been in Deweyville, Texas. She is currently the department head of the ELAR department. She is an excellent teacher and is a great cook. She is married with two children, Nick and Skylar. Skylar attends the University of Texas. Congratulations Mrs. Jordan for being and exceptional teacher.

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The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for new member Darling Orange Boutique at 2339 MacArthur Dr in Orange on February 20, 2020. Kimberly Scott is the new owner of the previous Asher Luis Consignment and Resale Boutique. The store has a new name, a new look, and will feature more boutique items that are new as they continue the consignment portion of the store as well.

For more information call: 409-883-5847 or follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/darlingorangeconsignment.

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Rylen Mirabella was awarded the Criminal Justice Level 2 Certification.

This was the First Criminal Justice Certification and was presented by Mike Blakeney, Criminal Justice Teacher for Bridge City High School.

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce had the honor of presenting a certificate for Student of the Month for Deweyville ISD to Anthony Lane Totino. He is characterized by is teachers as an all around nice guy who is trustworthy and fun to be around. He makes good grades and is a very polite and is a respectful young man. Anthony is a member of the National Honor Society, UIL, and Basketball team. After graduation he plans to attend Texas State. Congratulations Anthony on being an exceptional student!

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce recognized Angela Jones as the outstanding Employee of the Month for Little Cypress Mauriceville CISD. Angela is a genuinely kind, caring, loving individual. She displays Christ’s love in all she does. She goes out of the way to serve others by bringing food to your home when you’re sick and a thoughtful gift when you’re feeling down.

She always has an encouraging word. Congratulations Mrs. Jones for being and exceptional teacher!

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ORANGE COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

These 17th Century Monks Did A Beer Fast For Lent MATT HADRO The Catholic Telegraph With the Lenten season near, Catholics immerse themselves in 40 days of abstaining from sweets, technology, alcohol and other luxuries.

But did you know that Catholic monks once brewed beer specifically for a liquid-only Lenten fast?

Back in the 1600s, Paulaner monks moved from Southern Italy to the Cloister Neudeck ob der Au in Bavaria. “Being a strict order, they were not allowed to consume solid food during Lent,” the braumeister and beer sommelier of Paulaner Brewery Martin Zuber explained in a video on the company’s website.

They needed something other than water to sustain them, so the monks turned to a common staple of the time of their region – beer.

They concocted an “unusually strong” brew, full of carbohydrates and nutrients, because “liquid bread wouldn’t break the fast,” Zuber noted.

This was an early doppelbockstyle beer, which the monks eventually sold in the community and which was an original product of Paulaner brewery, founded in 1634. They gave it the name “Salvator,” named after “Sankt Vater,” which “roughly translates as ‘Holy Father beer,’” Zuber said.

Paulaner currently serves 70 countries and is one of the chief breweries featured at Munich’s Octoberfest. Although its doppelbock is enjoyed around the world today, it had a distinctly penitential origin with the monks.

Could a beer-only fast really be accomplished? One journalist had read of the monks’ story and, in 2011, attempted to re-create their fast.

J. Wilson, a Christian working as an editor for a county newspaper in Iowa, partnered with a local brewery and brewed a special doppelbock that he consumed over 46 days during Lent, eating no solid food.

He had regular check-ups with his doctor and obtained permission from his boss for the fast, drinking four beers over the course of a work day and five beers on Saturdays and Sundays. His experience, he said, was transformative – and not in an intoxicating way.

Wilson learned “that the human body is an amazing machine,” he wrote in a blog for CNN after his Lenten experience.

“Aside from cramming it [the body] full of junk food, we don’t ask much of it. We take it for grant-

ed. It is capable of much more than many of us give it credit for. It can climb mountains, run marathons and, yes, it can function without food for long periods of time,” he wrote.

Wilson noted that he was acutely hungry for the first several days of his fast, but “my body then switched gears, replaced hunger with focus, and I found myself operating in a tunnel of clarity unlike anything I’d ever experienced.” He ended up losing over 25 pounds over the course of the Lenten season, but learned to practice “selfdiscipline.”

And, he found, one of his greatest challenges was actually fasting from media.

As he blogged about his fast, Wilson received numerous interview requests from local and national media outlets, and he chose to forego some of these requests and step away from using media to focus on the spiritual purpose of

his fast.

“The experience proved that the origin story of monks fasting on doppelbock was not only possible, but probable,” he concluded.

“It left me with the realization that the monks must have been keenly aware of their own humanity and imperfections. In order to refocus on God, they engaged this annual practice not only to endure sacrifice, but to stress and rediscover their own shortcomings in an effort to continually refine themselves.”

Catholics are not obliged to give up solid food for Lent, of course, but they must do penance during the season of Lent in the example of Christ’s 40-day fast in the wilderness, in commemoration of His death, and in preparation for Easter.

Catholics in the U.S., if healthy adults aged 18-59, must fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, and are encouraged to continue the Good Friday fast through Holy Saturday to the Easter Vigil.

“No Catholic Christian will lightly excuse himself from so hallowed an obligation on the Wednesday which solemnly opens the Lenten season and on that Friday called ‘Good’ because on that day Christ suffered in the flesh and died for our sins,” the U.S. Catholic bishops wrote in their 1966 pastoral letter on fasting.

Fasting is interpreted to mean eating one full meal and two smaller meals that, taken together, do not equal that one full meal. There may be no eating in between meals, and there is no specific mention of liquids in the guide-

lines.

In their pastoral letter, the bishops also maintained obligatory abstinence from meat for all Catholics on Fridays in Lent, and “strongly recommend participation in daily mass and a self-imposed observance of fasting” on other Lent-

en days, as well as almsgiving, study of the Scriptures, and devotions like the rosary and the Stations of the Cross.

This article was originally published on CNA March 1, 2017.

Triangle Baptist Church 6446 Garrison at Hwy. 408 Orangefield “Come Worship With Us” 409-735-2661 Pastor: Bobby Oliver 409-659-5027 Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

We are a KJV independent Baptist Church

Winfree Baptist Church 19525 Hwy 62 S • 409-735-7181 Jon Brinlee, Pastor

Sunday:

Wednesday:

Sunday School for all ages - 9:15 am Morning Worship - 10:30 am Evening Worship - 6:00 pm Mid-Week Service - 6:00 pm Children & Youth Activities - 6:00 pm

Nursery Provided

St. Paul United Methodist Church

The Tabernacle

First United Methodist Church Orange 502 Sixth Street 886-7466

3212 Concord Drive Orange Tx 77630 Pastor Carol Lee Sunday Worship 10AM Friday Bible Teaching 6PM

9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Family Life Center 11:00 a.m. Service - Traditional Worship in the Slade Chapel Sunday School For All Ages 10:00 a.m.

www.fumcorange.org

Sunday Morning Traditional Worship: 8:30 a.m., Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Praise Worship 10:45 a.m.

(Nursery provided) Wednesday SPICE 5:30 p.m. Includes meal, bible studies, children and youth activities. (Nursery provided).

Rev. Mark Bunch Email: office@stpaulfamily.org

COWBOY CHURCH

West Orange Christian Church

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH

“Full Gospel Church”

Pastor: Rev. Lani Rousseau Director of Music and Fine Arts: Caroline Dennis

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673 FM 1078 • Orange • 409-718-0269 Sunday Services: 10:30 AM

Bible Studies for Men and Women • Monday 6 p.m.

Co-Ed Bible Study • Sunday 9:15 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study • Tuesday 10:00 a.m.

Bible Studies & Youth Activities • Wed. 6:30 p.m.

Cove Baptist Church 1005 Dupont St. • Orange

Sunday: Life Groups 9:15 AM / Worship 10:30 AM Sunday Evening: 5 PM Wednesday Evening 6 PM / Wed. Youth Meeting 6 PM Charles Empey - Interim Pastor We Love You And God Loves You.

200 W. Roundbunch 735-3581 www.fbcbc.org

Sunday schedule: Bible study 9:15 a.m., Sunday worship: 10:30 a.m., Adult, Youth, Children Discipleship Classes, Sun. 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Schedule 6:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting Youth & Children’s Activities Pastor: Keith Royal

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGEFIELD 9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield 409.735.3113 Sun: Bible Study 9:30 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Wednesday evening services: Youth and Children 6:00 p.m., Praise and Prayer 6:00 p.m., Pastor Cody Hogden Email: office@fbcof.com / Website: www.fbcof.com

Colony Baptist Church

900 Lansing Street • West Orange • 409-670-2701

Sunday school 9:30 a.m. / Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Bible Study Sunday and Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Pastor: Dr. Dusty Garison

“Our church family welcomes you!”

In His Steps

Not Your Average Church 2656B Mac Arthur Dr. • Orange • 409-221-2431 Saturday (Sabbath Day): 10:00 am Bible Class 11:00 am Worship / 6 pm Worship Tuesday: 7:00 pm Open Bible Study PASTOR: STEVE NEAL “We are here for lost souls, not noses and nickles.”

PASTOR SAM ROE Music Director: Tim McCarver Sunday School: 9:30 am Sunday Service: 10:30 am / Sunday Evening: 6 pm Wednesday Bible Study: 6 pm

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., Tuesday Bible Study 10 a.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

Lead Pastor Rev. Brad McKenzie Worship Director: Alyssa Click Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m. / Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Ofcnazarene.org or find us on Facebook

Starlight

First Christian Church Disciples of Christ

Church of God in Christ 2800 Bob Hall Road • Orange • 886-4366

611 N. 9th St. • Orange

Pastor: Ernest B Lindsey

Sunday School 9 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Supper 4:45 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 5:30 p.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Wed. Bible Study - 6 p.m. Worship 7:30 p.m. VIM Youth 6 p.m.

Intercessory Prayer Daily 9:00 a.m. www.slcogicorange.org

Faith United Methodist Church

8608 MLK• Orange • 886-1291 Pastor: Keith Tilley Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Nursery Provided. (www.faithorange.org)

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGE 1819 16th Street • Orange • 886-1333 We Welcome You To Join Us. Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Nursury Provided

CORNERSTONE

Harvest Chapel

2537 FM 1078 • Orange • 883-8835

1305 Irving St. • West Orange •409-313-2768

BAPTIST CHURCH

13353 FM 1130 • Orange

1155 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409.735.5546

A Full Gospel Church

Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Nightly Service 6 p.m.

Wednesday Night Service: 6 p.m.

Sunday School 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Services: 10:50 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Pastor: Ruth Burch

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HARRY’S APPLIANCES - Used appliances starting at $99.95, 302 10th. St. (10th. & main) Orange, We also buy used appliances, Call or come by 409-886-4111.

Estate Sale this Fri., Feb. 28 - Sun., March 1 from 8 am to 6 pm at 188 Lafitte St. in Bridge City. No early birds.

70 yrs worth of antiques, furniture, household items & elderly homecare.

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Free Scrap metal removal.

Do you have any old appliances? We will haul them away at no charge. Please call leave message at 409-330-1422.

SPACE FOR LEASE

For Lease, 1301 South MLK, 1800 Sq. Feet, ample parking, excellent appearance, very safe, near Interstate 10. Will negociate lease. Please call 409-351-0089

HELP WANTED US Food is hiring Class A CDL Delivery Drivers. Beaumont, TX Excellent Hourly Pay & Full Benefits Package.

Apply on-line at www.usfoods.com/jobs

FOR RENT House for rent NOW, 2 BR/1 BA w/ LR, K, DR & AC/H. Hardwood floors, freshly painted, quiet area, LCM Schools, bus stops out front & never flooded.

2578 FM3247 (Elmira Rd.) Little Cypress area, attached carport, storage room w/ WD hookups.

Stove, Fridge, water, trash & yard work furnished. NO Smoking/No Pets Call 409-883-3619

RV FOR SALE New 29 ft. RV for sale. Call 409-2384279 for the good news.

TRUCK FOR SALE 2002 F-150 XL 4.2L extended cab Ford pickup.

Standard shift, lots new parts on it. Call for more info 409-920-1474

CEME TERY PLOT If you need place/ places in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Bridge City, TX, call 832-707-0083

FOR SALE 409-735-5305 409-886-7183

Financial Services Administrative Assitant wanted at Capital Financial Group’s local office for full time employment.

Insurance or securities license not required, but is a plus. Please email resume to cupid@225wealth. com

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

NOTICE: Vehicle stored at Gilbeaux’s Towing and Transport Inc. 058449 VSF 16527 Hwy 62 S. Orange, TX 77630 PH (409) 886-0007 Total charges cannot be computed until the vehicle is claimed, storage charges will accrue daily until the vehicle is released. Must demonstrate proof of ownership and pay current charges to claim vehicle. www.tdlr.texas.gov

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

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Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of HYMAN K. TAYLOR, Deceased, were issued on the February 14, 2020, in Cause No. P18629, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: MARTHA R. TAYLOR. 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.

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of EL S I E MAR I E TARVER, Deceased, were issued on the February 18, 2020, in Cause No. P18619, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: JOHN LOY TARVER. 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.

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of OLGA F. POWELSON SLIMP, Deceased, were issued on the February 18, 2020, in Cause No. P18604, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: WILLIAM FRANK ELLISON. 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.

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of JERE’ RAY HEBERT, Deceased, were issued on the 18th day of February, 2020, in Cause No. P18581, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, Probate Division to: CHERLYN ANN HEBERT.

c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630

c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of EDGEBERT C. JOWELL , JR., Deceased, were issued on the February 18, 2020, in Cause No. P18603, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: BETSY ANN JOWELL PEVEY, f/k/a BETSY ANN JOWELL RASH. 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.

Dated the 18th day of February, 2020.

Dated the 18th day of February, 2020.

Tommy Gunn

Tommy Gunn

Tommy Gunn Attorney for:

Tommy Gunn Attorney for:

State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)882-9990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email: tommy@gunnlaw.org

State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)882-9990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email: tommy@gunnlaw.org

c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Dated the 14th day of February, 2020.

Tommy Gunn Tommy Gunn Attorney for:

Martha R. Taylor

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State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)882-9990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email: tommy@gunnlaw.org

John Loy Tarver

NOW HIRING all

Cherlyn Ann Hebert 8514 Stone Village Lane

Houston, TX 77040

DATED the 19th day of February, 2020.

Rex Peveto Rex Peveto Attorney for: Cherlyn Ann Hebert

State Bar No.: 00791437 118 Border Street Orange, TX 77630

Phone: (409)883-0220 Fax: (409)883-0259

Email: liz@pevetolawfirm.com

The State of Texas To any and all Unknown Heirs and all Persons Interested in the Estate of

positions!

RICHARD DURA YAW, Deceased Cause No. P18681 in County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas

NO PHONE CALLS!!!

The alleged heir(s) at law in the above numbered and entitled estate filed AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP in this estate on FEBRUARY 20, 2020 requesting that the Court determine who are the heirs and only heirs of RICHARD DURA YAW, Deceased, and their respective shares and interests in such estate.

Apply in person at 1265 Texas Ave, Bridge City

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 County Courthouse, 801 W. Division., Orange, Texas 77630.

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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.

CITATION BY PUBLICATION

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All persons interested in this case are cited to appear before this Honorable Court by filing a written contest or answer to this Application should they desire to do so. To ensure its consideration, you or your attorney must file any objection, intervention or response in writing with the County Clerk of Orange County, Texas.

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Given under my hand and the seal of the County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas at the office of the Orange County Clerk in Orange, Texas on February 20, 2020.

BRANDY ROBERTSON, By:

AREA BUSINESS CARD LISTINGS

County Clerk, Orange County, Texas

Samantha McInnis, Deputy

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c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Dated the 18th day of February, 2020.

Tommy Gunn Tommy Gunn Attorney for:

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State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)882-9990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email: tommy@gunnlaw.org

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8B • The Record • Week of Wednesday, February 26, 2020

The Farmer’s Wife

February the time to get ready vegetables, lawn, fruit Lou Harris For the Record

again, this helps keep pest off fruit and citrus trees Fertilize with Pecan and Fruit Tree Fertilizer or 1313-13 Water once or twice a month, depending on the amount of rainfall

It's that time year again to start planting your vegetables, fruit and citrus trees along with fertilizing your established ones.

February - Vegetables, Lawns, Fruit and Citrus Trees Feb 23-24 above ground crops, such as lettuce, mustard , english peas, spinach etc.

Feb 24 Transplanting is okay for a good yield Feb 14-29 good for planting potatoes Feb 26-28 Do Not Plant.

Good for cultivating, also a good time to kill pests.

February - Lawns Time for Herbicide such

Lou Harris

as Barricade Granules or Pre Emergence February 15- March 15 Good for Weed N Feed

February - Fruit and Citrus Trees / Established Trees Spray with dorment spray After blooms drop, spray

Fruit and Citrus Trees / New Trees Plant in early spring.

Make sure you do not cover graft with soil Fertilize every month till September Use Pecan and Fruit Tree Fertilizer or 13-13-13 First year take small fruit that may appear off this lets all the nutrients go to the root for strong root system.

Water the same as the established trees.

BC Wal-Mart celebrates 40th with customer appreciation Wal-Mart Store #0283 will have cake and punch for its customers as the store celebrates 40 years in Bridge City on Wednesday, February 26, 2020. e celebration is just a small way of saying thank you so much for all of the support the store has received through out the years, according to Store Manager Robert Sullivan. "e management and associates would like to thank the community for such great support of out store. I have been blessed to be at this store for over 10 years and during that time we have went through hurricanes remodels and upgrades," he said.

"After Hurricane Ike, I saw a community that pulled together and would come in our store, thrown together as it was and trying to operate with a skeleton crew and have nothing but kind words to the associates and what they were doing." "e community was awesome, in how they understood, all that was taking place to try and be here for everyone in our community."

"We were asked right after I got here, if we could step up and take over as one of the sponsors for the senior of the month for the two local high schools. We have been blessed to be a part of this ever since."

"Our company has allowed us to do com-

‘After Hurricane Ike, I saw a community that pulled together and would come in our store, thrown together as it was and trying to operate with a skeleton crew and have nothing but kind words to the associates and what they were doing.’

Store Manager Robert Sullivan munity grants to our police department, fire department, library, local schools and chamber. In return the community has given as much back to our store in support."

"I had the opportunity to be part of the Chamber right after I arrived here and met and got to know a lot of great people that were owners, merchants, and city leaders of Bridge City. I can honestly say that even though I have been privileged to be in some very good stores, I do not think I could have been put in a better store in a more supportive community than Bridge City, Texas. I would like to thank everyone for the support, help, and friendship you have shown to me and my associates," Sullivan said.

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