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Week of Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Grant funds to be available for waste water systems Tommy Mann Jr. For The Record

Another round of grants funding will soon be available for residents of Orange County who qualify for improvements to their property’s sewer system.

Joel Ardoin, the Orange County Environmental Health and Code Compliance director, announced during Tuesday’s meeting of the Orange County Commissioners Court that funding from a Texas Community Development Block Grant would soon be available for the county to use to help Orange County residents install aerobic systems or tie-in to existing sewer systems.

“These funds are for those with a failed system,” Ardoin said. “A failed system is one

that is not working the way it was designed or is illegal, like one that drains into a ditch.”

The latest round of funding, Ardoin which the county applied for late last year, is approximately $275,000 and will help install approximately 25-to-28 systems in Orange County. Currently, there are enough remaining funds from the previous grant to allow for the installation of up to four more systems, according to Ardoin.

Ardoin presented information to Orange County Commissioners on Tuesday, who approved changes to guidelines and action on advertising

for the application process.

According to Ardoin, the guideline changes were done by the State of Texas after receiving information from the

Federal government on changes it had made.

Applications will not be available to the public until mid-June, and, for those who

apply, there is a long, but manageable list of requirements to be met in order to qualify.

Some requirements include proof of residency, proof of

taxes being current, proof of income, drivers license and many others which will be

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‘Free Comic Book Day’ in the county Tommy Mann Jr. For The Record

A national event which occurs annually each May is helping bring attention to one business in Orange County.

Lyons Den Comic Book and Game Store, located at 365 N. Main St. in Vidor, will participate in the 15th annual “Free Comic Book Day” event from noon to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 7. The event is held annually at thousands of participating comic book shops across the county and around the world as businesses give away select free comic books to any person who comes into the store.

Owned by brothers Kelly and Leonard Lyons, this is the fourth year the locally owned business will participate in the “Free Comic Book Day.” The event, which is held on the first Saturday in May of each year, has continually grown each year at the Vidor business.

In 2013, the first year Lyons Den participated in the event, approximately 500 people attended the “Free Comic Book Day” event. The event has con-

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tinued to grow in popularity and this year the comic store expects to give away approximately 3,000 comic books.

“This is our fourth year celebrating ‘Free Comic Book Day,’ offering the community a fun, family-oriented event where everyone can find a comic they will enjoy,” said Kelly Lyons. “We want to spread the word that comics are perfect for today’s times.

Recently, comic books and graphic novels have been propelled to the front ranks of pop culture, many being adapted into movies.”

“Free Comic Book Day” is designed to appeal to people with a broad range of tastes, whether it is the traditional action-packed superhero stories or science fiction adventures. The event is made for children of all ages, including pre-teens through comic books offered in previous years such as SpongeBob SquarePants, The Smurfs and Strawberry Shortcake.

The store will have a big sale to celebrate the event and to coincide with the event, including many items at 50 percent off. Also on tap are door prizes throughout the afternoon and costume contests for Cosplayers. A child’s costume contest will be held at 3 p.m. and a costume contest for adults will be held at 4 p.m.

Lyons, an educator with a local school district, said the original intent of “Free Comic Book Day” was to create a fun way to promote literacy. He still believes that to be a valid reason for the event each year.

“Comics are a fun and enduring form of entertainment for readers to dive into as imagination comes-to-life with the turn of every page,” Lyons added. “The variety of stories told in modern comics ensure that readrs of all ages children, teens and adults can find something appropriate to stir their imaginations.”

Lyons Den is open from noon - 10 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and noon - 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.

The store is closed on Monday.

It didn’t take long for a huge grin to fill WOS Coach Cornel Thompson’s face when he opened the ring box to see his state football championship ring.

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Senior Malacci Hodge was one fo the first football players to pick up his 2015 state championship ring Tuesday, May 3. Over $4000 was donated by community members to help every player purchase a ring.

LCM senior Brooke Manuel awarded Miss Dance of Texas title Jennifer Clarke For The Record

Local LCM student, Brooke Manuel, 18, was recently awarded the title Miss Dance of Texas through Dance Masters of America (“DMA”). DMA is a national organization comprised of “professional, certified membership . . . of artists and educators committed to the elevation of the art of dance and to provide innovative artistic experiences for the advancement of dance worldwide” (http://www.dma-national. org). Manuel is a competitor in Chapter 3 of the organization, the South Texas Association of Dance Teachers, Inc. Brooke Manuel attended competition for the title where she participated in several dance classes in which she learned a combination, or short routine, and then performed for the judges. She was also required to perform a solo in front of the judges, and participate in an interview that addressed a resume she provided, her dance history, and personal characteristics she possesses. Scholarships are provided based on highest scores in various dance genres in addition to the title of Miss Dance of Texas.

Manuel has competed in DMA competitions through her membership in Lorna Badon’s School of Dance, in Orange, Texas. She has danced for 16 years, and this was her second year to compete for the title. “It is a huge honor to win,” says Brooke, “because I get to represent my studio and the state.” In addition to the scholarships awarded to her through this title, Manuel will go on to compete at the national level this summer for the title of Miss Dance America. The competition is much the same format as the Texas, Chapter 3,

competition, but is more intensive.

In addition to the scholarship opportunity, Brooke values the opportunity to dance with others in recitals, and competitions. While she is unsure what she will choose as a career, though she is leaning toward education, she intends to teach dance in the future. This title will provide her opportunities to attend dance schools and qualify for additional scholarship opportunities. “I may go into education, I currently teach at the studio, and this has allowed me to focus on my skills as a dancer, but also given me the opportunity to teach children,” says Manuel.

Winning the title of Miss Dance of Texas requires that Manual represent herself well as a representative of her studio and DMA, Chapter 3. She will go on to compete for the title of Miss Dance America in July at Nationals which is located in Nashville, Tennessee. She is looking forward to the competition. Her final requirement as Miss Dance of Texas will be to attend next year’s competition for her Chapter and pass down the title.

Dancing has provided many opportunities for her. “It is very good exercise,” she notes, “and it allows me to express myself.” Manuel is dancing or teaching dance every day of the

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New survey for rock art begins at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site Staff Report For The Record

EL PASO — A new two-year survey for Native American rock art is now underway at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site. The park is a significant cultural site and home to a variety of rock imagery, some of which may be several thousands of years old. It is also known as a destination for rock climbing and bouldering.

“The world class cultural resources of Hueco Tanks compels us to seek out and use the best available technology to protect this site,” said Brent Leisure, Texas State Parks Director. “There is one thing that all people can agree upon; the expressions of people on the rocks at Hueco Tanks and the deep and meaningful connection we all have for this site demands our full commitment as guardians and stewards. I am excited that we can apply this new technology to achieve this standard.”

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has devoted considerable efforts to document the cultural resources at Hueco Tanks. Past projects include a comprehensive ground survey for archeological deposits around the base of the mountains by the TPWD Archeology Survey Team in 1999 and 2001, and a large rock art inventory project by outside contractor, Rupestrian CyberServices, in 1999 and 2000.

Although NASA had used a similar program for analyzing aerial photographs, the program was not modified for use in rock art investigations until 2005 and has undergone further refinements since that time. This technology, which has now been used on a number of rock art sites around the world, greatly improves on previous techniques for detecting

faint pictographs that may be nearly impossible to detect with the unaided eye. Recent use of DStretch at Hueco Tanks has already led to the discovery of previously unknown rock imagery at the site.

Versar, Inc., a nationally known cultural resource management and engineering firm, has been enlisted to complete the survey. Versar has also recruited the help of local climbers to locate and access the nearly 2,000 climbing routes at the park.

“Hueco Tanks is steeped in

over 60 years of climbing history,” said Ian Cappelle, chairman of the Climbers of Hueco Tanks Coalition (CHTC).

“Climbers travel from every corner of the world to experience and connect to the recreational, cultural and natural resources that Hueco Tanks provides.”

CHTC’s mission is to preserve rock climbing and its history at Hueco Tanks by working cooperatively with TPWD to proactively assist in the management of climbing areas while conserving cultural and

natural resources of Hueco Tanks.

“The new survey and use of the Dstretch technology will provide TPWD a definitive accounting of any previously unidentified rock art in conjunction with climbing routes in the park,” said Cappelle. “As a result, climbers can be educated as to where they are able to climb without harming the cultural resources of Hueco Tanks all the while preserving the history of everyone that passes through this park.”

“People have been drawn for

thousands of years to the site’s diverse plant and animal resources, and especially the natural rock pools of water, or huecos, for which it is named and which inspired others to settle in the Chihuahuan desert oasis of Hueco Tanks,” said state Sen. Jose Rodriguez. “This is more than just a wonderful natural playground — this is sacred ground. I appreciate TPWD’s efforts to recognize its unique place in the parks system and to work toward greater community inclusiveness in its operation.”

“I am pleased to see TPWD begin to use cutting-edge image enhancement programs in the conservation of cultural resources at Hueco Tanks,” said Rep. Mary E. Gonzalez. “Programs like these help us document and share our story with the world. I look forward to the results of this project, and to continuing our work for a Visitor’s Center and World Heritage Site designation.”

For more information about Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, visit the park’s page on the TPWD website.

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Election day is Saturday; early voting concludes Tommy Mann Jr. For The Record

With early voting now officially over, election day looms ahead for this Saturday.

Election day for the uniform election is from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday, May 7, for several local races involving officials with school boards, city councils and a water district.

The Bridge City Independent School District election has generated the most turnout of all local races for the May 7 election. A total of 731 ballots have been submitted during the early voting period through Monday, May 2. A final early voting figure was not immediately available before press time on Tuesday evening.

The races on the ballot include Rebecca Rutledge, the Place 3 incumbent, who is being opposed by Bryan Gremil-

lion, and Place 4 incumbent, Thad Hill, who is opposed by challenger Bryant Champagne. In Place 5, incumbent Jerry McInnis is opposed by candidate Brandy Slaughter.

The City of Bridge City has three races on the ballot this Saturday, and these races have generated a sizable turnout as 509 ballots have been submitted in person and through the U.S. mail through Monday, May 2. A final early voting figure was not immediately available before press time on Tuesday evening.

Mayor Kirk Roccaforte and Place 2 councilman Mike Reed have reached term limits and cannot seek re-election for those respective positions.

Roccaforte has filed for the Place 2 council position and is being opposed by challenger Carl Harbert.

In Place 4, incumbent Eric

Andrus is seeking re-election and is opposed by candidate Phillip Todora Jr., while Place 6 councilman Danny Cole is opposed by former Bridge City councilmembers, Lucy Fields and Kevin Mott, in his bid for re-election.

Current Place 1 councilman David Rutledge filed for the open position of Mayor and is unopposed on Saturday’s ballot.

The Bridge City Independent School District and City of Bridge City will share the Bridge City ISD Administration Building, 1031 W. Roundbunch Road in Bridge City, as a voting location on Saturday, May 7.

The City of Orange has only one race on the May ballot. Incumbent Mary McKenna of District 4 is being opposed by former councilmember Annette Pernell. Incumbents Dr.

Wayne Guidry, District 2, and Bill Mello, Place 5, are unopposed.

A total of 179 ballots were submitted in person and through the U.S. mail through early voting following Monday, May 2. A final early voting figure was not immediately available before press time on Tuesday evening.

The City of Orange will utilize West Orange-Stark Middle School, 1402 Green Ave. in Orange, as its voting location on Saturday, May 7.

The election for the West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District whas five candidates seeking three at-large positions on the Board of Trustees.

Incumbent Linda Platt-Bryant is seeking re-election to the Board of Trustees and is being opposed by four candidates, including former WO-C

CISD Trustees Ricky Jacobs and Tony Dallas, as well as new candidates Demetrius Hunter and Bonnie Moses.

Bryan Thomas Muhammad initially filed for re-election but withdrew following the filing deadline and prior to the withdrawal deadline in late February.

After Monday’s (May 2) early voting, a total of 527 ballots had been submitted in person and through the U.S. mail. A final early voting figure was not immediately available before press time on Tuesday evening.

The West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District will utilize four voting locations on election day, Saturday, May 7. Locations are West Orange-Stark Middle School, 1402 Green Ave. in Orange; North Early Learning Center, 801 Cordrey

Miss Dance Texas supported and mentored Manuel in helping her achieve this goal. “Ms. Lorna was my biggest influence,” Manuel asserts. “She taught me everything I know, since I was little,” and Manuel was saddened by this loss earlier this year. “I would have loved to share this year with her.” Brooke has also been influenced a great deal by dance instructor, Kristin Lyons, who has helped her since she was young, choreographed her solos, and is “an

Karen McKinney, at left, of Orange Golden K Kiwanis, was re-elected as the Lieutenant Governor of Region II, Division 10 on Saturday during a Region II meeting held on Saturday, April 23, at Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange. At right, is Walter Land, Trustee of Region II, who was also in attendance.

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available on the application.

Ardoin stated if there are more applications received than funding can accommodate, a committee will review applications and determine those who best meet requirements.

Applications will be made available at the Orange County Health Department on FM 1442, after the application process opens to the public next month.

In other news, Orange County Commissioners approved the appointment of Mike Hale as the interim director of the Orange County Parks Department following a recommendation by Barry Burton, Orange County Commissioner of Precinct 2.

Burton stated the filling of the position with an interim person was needed in order “to take care of work orders and requisitions for supplies, which have been stacking up” since the position became vacant.

Donna Scales, the previous director of the Orange County Parks Department, retired on March 31 after 20 years as director.

Orange County Judge Brint Carlton proclaimed the month of May 2016 to be Elder Abuse Prevention Month on behalf of Adult Protective Services.

According to Cecilio Lopez, the Adult Protective Services supervisor for Orange County and Southern Jefferson County, the agency looks out for adults who are ages 65 and older, and for adults ages 18 and older who are disabled.

In 2016, Lopez stated there were 78,000 reports of adult or elderly abuse in the State of Texas and 44,000 of those reports were validated, including many in Orange County.

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The Orange County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2 is having an election for the first time in several years for its Board of Directors as incumbents Jerry Foreman and Linda Primeaux, who are seeking re-election, are being opposed by new candidate, Grayling Mouton.

A total of 71 ballots have been submitted in early voting through Monday, May 2, which includes ballots submitted in person and ballots received in the mail.

Voters in the water district will be able to submit ballots on Saturday, May 7, at West Orange City Hall, 2700 Western Ave. in West Orange.

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awesome dancer herself,” notes Brooke. She is grateful to her teachers at the studio for their support and was also greatly impacted by Alice Grimes and Cheyenne McClarty.

Additionally, Brooke suggests that she could not have experienced this level of success without her parents.

“They pushed me to be the best I can be,” she says. Her parents have spent countless hours at the studio and com-

petitions, and both have been present to see her perform every time. Her parents encourage her to continue even when the trials are difficult. “They are always there,” says Manuel, “and remind me to get back up, even if I fall.”

Manuel worked very hard for this title, and looks forward with excitement for the next level of competition this summer.

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From The Creaux’s Nest DEAR OLD MOM What I believe is one of the most important days of the year is coming up this Sunday. It’s Mother’s Day. No one deserves more to have a day of their own named after them than a Mother. In most cases, no one in your lifetime will help make your load lighter.

A Mother’s love is irreplaceable, her loyalty can always be counted on. She will help cushion some of the hard knocks. If you are fortunate enough to still have your Mom you are truly blessed.

Some day when she’s gone you will fully realize how much she really loved you and how that love never wavered. This Mother’s Day, tell Mom thanks and that you do appreciate her. To all you mothers from us at The Record, “Happy Mother’s Day.*****I’ve got to get going. Come along, I promise it won’t do you no harm.

REMEMBERING JAMES “CROCODILE” FONTENOT James Fontenot had been our friend for over 50 years. He was a proud Cajun who never let anyone forget he was from the “Motherland,” Washington, Louisiana. James and his family moved to Orange when he was 6-years-old but his roots were important to him. He attended Catholic school and met and married the prettiest girl in town, Janet Crew, a downtown Orange girl.

They would have been married 61 years in August. Together they made Orange their home and raised a family. James was very community conscience and was involved in many endeavors that would improve the quality of life in this area. He was a people’s person; no one was a stranger for long. He enjoyed his friends, both in his social circle and on the job. He retired from DuPont with over 30 years service. Cooking was his passion; he could talk the lingo of a certified chef. He was one of a kind. James passed away Friday, April 29, at age 81. His body was brought home from Georgetown for services at St. Mary Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 4; at 1 p.m. Visitation was held at Claybar Funeral Home May 3. A gathering of family and friends will be held at St. Mary Parish Hall after the burial. If you ever knew James, you will never forget him.

May he rest in peace. Our sincere condolences to Janet, family, friends and his 93-year-old brother Ray. Please see obituary.

CONDOLENCES We were saddened to learn that Mary Ann Scofield couldn’t outrun the battle with cancer. She passed away last week at age 69. She was the twin sister of Rosalie Todaro Clark. The sisters both married on the same day, at the same time, on August 31, 1969. Rosalie married Patrick Clark and Mary Ann became the bride of John Scofield. They had three daughters. Our condolences to John and the girls and Rosalie and Pat and their families.

Services were held Monday, May 2, at St. Mary Catholic Church.

May she rest in peace. Please see obituary. *****Also our sincere condolences to the family of Marjorie Hatton, 91, who passed away April 26. Services were held May 1 at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. The longtime school employee was married to the late Frank Hatton, who was from the Hatton pioneer Bridge City area family. To their sons Frank and Terrell and their families we send our condolences. May she rest in peace. See obituary.

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2006 The Bridge City UIL math team competed at state competition and came home with the Class 3-A Gold in calculator, the toughest of the competitions according to coach Faye Parish. The team of four include seniors Andrew Havens and Leah Moss and sophomores Nick Robertson and Randy Dupuis. Havens also won the gold individually in calculator. *****Bob Peeples retired from Lamar State College in Orange after 36 years at the school. Peeples began his teaching career at what was then known as “Tilley Tech” in the Riverside housing addition. It didn’t have air conditioning, mosquitoes buzzed around him and the students sweated the summer heat with open windows. Last week Peeples was named the first Professor Emeritus for Lamar State College-Orange In honor of his years of service. *****Democratic chairman Marc Carter had back surgery and hopes to recover by state convention time.

(Editor’s note: I’m not sure he’s recovered yet.)*****Constable Parker Thompson had surgery in Houston for an infected graft that was poisoning his system. His brother Harold reports that “PT” is very ill and remains in ICU. (Editor’s note: Our friend “PT” has since passed away but not forgotten.)*****Hayworth Hudson, 67, died of a heart attack in South Carolina on May 2.

He was a longtime area peace officer. *****Since hurricane Rita, a few months ago, attorney Sharon Bearden has lost 35 pounds and four inches in the waist. He is hoping to lose 15 more. (Editor’s note: Bearden has lost two thousand pounds in his life but always found them. Not this time however, it’s been 10 years and Bearden is at his high school weight.)*****Gary Platt, a Bridge City boy, has landed the bailiffs job in Judge Troy Johnson’s court. *****Tyler Reves makes Orange County proud. He is on the Texas Tech baseball team hitting over .300, nine doubles, 10 homers and 44 RBI’s.*****Ron and Jean Moreau will celebrate 37 years of marriage in a few days. (Editor’s note: Now 47 years have gone by. I’m sure very interesting years for Jean.)*****Cody and Laurene Knight welcome new son Jonah, who was born

Sunday, May 7. He weighted in at 6 pounds, 1 ounce and was 18 inches long. (Editor’s note: Time flies, now Jonah is 10 years old and has grown a bunch.)*****Little Cypress-Mauriceville’s Lady Bear pitcher, Cody Trahan struck out 44 batters in 20 innings, as the Bear advanced in Class 4-A Region III quarterfinals. (Editor’s note: Ten years later, we’ve learned that Cody and Micah Tant have just applied for a marriage license. Best wishes to the happy couple.) *****GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN: Mike Hill, 50, of Bridge City died May 5. He served as an Elder at Fellowship Church of Christ in Orange, worked 27 years as a Mechanical Engineer for Valero and was a member of the Golden Triangle Rose Society. He is survived by wife Joanne Hill, parents Roy and Jewel Hill and sons Justin Hill and Andy Hill, daughter Kay Hill, several siblings and their families. *****Randy Tankersley, 49, of Orangefield, died Saturday, April 29 at his home. Services were held May 3 at Claybar Funeral Home. He is survived by his mother Mary Granger, son Justin Tankersley, brothers Michael Tankersley, Robert Tankersley, Raymond Granger, Larry Granger, Todd Granger, Troy Granger, and Pete Granger all of Orangefield.*****Billy Joe “BJ” Campbell, 53, of Deweyville, died Sunday, May 7. A resident of Deweyville since 1964 and was a retired painter and sandblaster and an Army veteran. He is survived by Barbara Stout, his mother Pauline Campbell, daughters Ronda Steil, Billie Jo Campbell and Elizabeth Keith and seven grandchildren.*****Raymond Wayne LeDoux, 60, of Orange, died May 6. Services were held May 9. He worked for Brookshire Brothers for over 18 years and was an avid golfer and bowler. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Gerrie, father Vernon, daughters Tanya and Michelle, son Ray LeDoux, and their families.*****James “Slugger” Fredrick Freeland III, of Orange, died Sunday, April 30. He was a former police officer, owner of Maintenance Outsource Construction Company and was a veteran of the United States Army. He enjoyed boating and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Bridget Kaye, son Bailey Austin, daughter Jada Elise, brother Robert and sister Stacy.*****Ennis Montgomery Jr., 87, of Orange, died Monday, May 1. Services were held Saturday, May 6. He was a member of St. Paul Episcopal Church. Ennis is survived by his sons, William Ennis Montgomery, Robert Wells Montgomery, nephew Dr. Marty Rutledge and niece Laura Johnston.

40 Years Ago-1976 Mark Dunn covers Austin concert for The Opportunity Valley News. The show featured Midnight Special’s Wolfman Jack as master of ceremonies for artist Peter Frampton, Gary Wright, Santana and Cecilio and Kapono. Mark also took dozens of pictures backstage. Mark wrote “Under a clear, blue Austin sky, there couldn’t have been a better way to celebrate the first day of May and life itself.”*****Citizens of the Bridge City School District present Bicentennial program May 7, at Cardinal Stadium.

Over 900 students participated in the salute to America’s 200th birthday. The program featured various school musical groups depicting America’s past and present in song. Costume replicas of early America were worn. John Bell, student council chaplain, Randy Degner, Eagle Scout, BCISD Supt. Glenn Pearson and Bridge City Mayor P.M. “Red” Wood all spoke. Over 4,000 people attended.

A FEW HAPPENINGS Last Sunday, McDonald Memorial Baptist Church celebrated it’s 85th anniversary. The occasion drew a capacity attendance. One of the members at the service was Ms. Pearl Myers Burgess, 95 years of age. The church was established in 1931, Ms. Pearl was there on that first day. She is a charter member and the church’s oldest member. Her daughter, Beverly and son-in-law Jody Raymer, attended with her. The food was great and everyone had a good time. I understand our buddy, “Sleepy” Smith wasn’t there.

I hope he’s doing okay.*****Speaking of doing well, Judge Pete Runnels, mayor of Pinehurst, was having an arteriogram done Tuesday. He has been having some ticker problems lately. Hope everything checks out fine.*****Saturday’s Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs is not likely to produce another Triple Crown winner. Trainer Bob Baffort, who has won four Derby’s and was last year’s Triple Crown winner, with American Pharoah, has a high priced, three-year old “Mor Spirit” that is not expected to finish above eight out of the 26 horses. The fields favorite is “Run Runner,” second, “Nyquist, third, “Exaggerator,” fourth, “Outwork,” and fifth, “Brody’s Cause.” “Creator” is a long shot, listed sixth going in.*****TheWednesday Lunch Bunch is dining at PK’s Grill this week and will be at JB’s Barbeque next week.

Everyone always welcome.*****Monday, Sean Gros flew home from New York where he is stationed with the U.S. Coast Guard.

He says he’s glad to get back to Bridge City. Ms. Phyl fixed him Crawfish Etouffee for his first meal. Boiled crawfish, shrimp, crabs and fish along with boudin balls are what he’s looking forward to the rest of his stay. On his return he will drive cross-country to San Francisco for two months training and then will be reassigned. He’s hoping it’s somewhere on the Gulf Coast. Mom Karen, brothers Collin and Garrett, along with nephew Leland and all the family are planning a great week.*****A few folks we know celebrating their birthday in the next few days. On May 4, Julia Hoke, Jenna Dismukes and MacAlan Trammell celebrate. Celebrities having birthdays on this date country singers Raelynn, 22 and Randy Travis, 57 and Michael Jackson’s mother Katherine Jackson, 86.*****On May 5, pretty Bridget Gunn Toohey, daughter of Dayle and the late Buzzie Gunn, marks another birthday. Also Eziquiel Mendez, Lindsey Dardeau, Butch Myers, Brad Broussard, Susan Spencer and Amanda Dumesnil. They are joined by pop singer Adele, 28 and TV show host Brian Williams, 57. May 5 is also Cinco de Mayo and National Day of Prayer.*****On May 6, our buddy, the “Pride of Rayne, LA.,” Mayor Essie Bellfield celebrates. She would appreciate hearing from her friends. Art teacher Debbie Gregg, Doris Raynor, Beverly Millsap and Mary and Neal’s boy, Brandon Bond all celebrate. This would have been the birthday of longtime BC teacher the late Carolyn Bourque. Celebrities celebrating today are actor George Clooney, 55, football player Jason Witten, 34, rock singer Bob Seger, 71 and world leader Tony Blair, 63.*****On May 7, our longtime friend, former Bridge City educator, Joe Chenella, celebrates. Joe had a lot to do with the growth of BCISD over the years. Celebrating also on this day are Josh Sanders and Connie Angelle. They are joined by Seahawk player and hometown boy, Earl Thomas III, who celebrates number 27 and children’s author Michael Rosen, 70.******May 8, Mother’s Day, also marks the end of the Holocaust in 1945. Celebrating on this day are Debra Truncale, Ginger Hogden, Patty Cook and Arlon Fields. They are joined by pop singer and Julio’s son, Enrique Iglesias, 41,

Little House on the Prairie’s Melissa Gilbert, 52 and comedian Don Rickles, 90.*****On May 9, Justin Dupuis is a year older as is Lynn Scales, Doug Havens, Mary Callahan and Trudy Blair. Celebrities celebrating are rock singer Billy Joel, 67, actors Albert Finney, 80 and Candice Bergen, 70.*****Celebrating on May 10 are Katie Hubbard, Sharon Woolley, Candace Miller, Gerald Taylor, Preslea Thibodeaux and Stacie Dryden. They join rock singer Bono, 56 and Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson.*****Orange native Adam Calliavet has been an avid golfer since the age of 8 years old. Last Monday, May 2, while playing golf in Corpus Christi where he now lives with wife Shanna and three children, Adam made his first Hole-in-One, using a 7-Iron on a Par 3, 160-yard hole. Congrats Adam.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK MacAlan Trammell, Jenna Dismukes, Julia Hoke, Brad Broussard, Matt Williams, Butch Myers, Bridget Toohey, Ricky Zirlott, Lindsey Dardeau, Susan Spencer, Travis Coffey, Amanda Dumesnil, Ashley Eby, Clint Blackwell, Beverly Millsap, Murdock Havard, Deborah Gregg, Doris Raynor, Mayor Essie Bellfield, Brandon Bond, Carolyn Bourque, Josh Sanders, Charles Slusher, Clint Vidrine, Glory Burke, Jessica Hughes, Joseph Chenella, Michael Psencik, Norma Cummings, Sherri Thompson, Caitlin Allen, Connie Angelle, Debra Truncale, Patty Cook, Ginger Hogden, Julie Allensworth, Alan Bates, Arlon Fields, Lee Legate, Doug Havens, C.L. Armstrong, Kevin LaRose, Lynn Scales, Justin Dupuis, Kelly Brown, Ken Reeves, Mary Callahan, Trudy Blair, Anna Hughes, Dalton Gilliam, Janice Wilkinson, Gerald Taylor, Gordon Brown, Jacqueline McGee, James Rogers, Johnnie Mae McKuster, Katie Hubbard, Patricia Williamson, Preslea Thibodeaux, Sharon Woolley, Stacie Dryden, Stacie Teaff, Candace Miller and Chuck Williams.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Joe Comeaux walks into Tee-Boy’s Bar & Grill wit his dog. TeeBoy says, “Comeaux, you can’t bring dat dog in here no.”

Joe says, “You don’t understand, dis is no regular dog, he can talk him.”

Tee-Boy answer, “Listen Comeaux, if dis dog can talk, I’ll give you a hundred bucks me.”

Comeaux put his dog on a stool and axe him, “What’s on top of a house?”

“Roof.”

“Right,” said Comeaux, “And wats on da outside of a tree?”

“Bark.”

Comeaux said, “Very good, now who’s the greatest baseball player of all time hanh?”

“Ruth,” said his dog.

“I guess you heard enough,” said Comeaux, “I’ll take da hundred in twenties me.”

Tee-Boy him is furious, “Listen Comeaux, get out of here, you and dat dog, before I belt you me.”

As soon as dey got on da street dem, da dog turns to Comeaux and says, “Do you tink I should have said Dimaggio.”

C’EST TOUT Saturday was a great day for former County Commissioner Donald Cole, who celebrated his 90th birthday. Twenty-three relatives drove down from Mississippi which included his three brothers and two sisters. A private family gumbo gathering numbered over 50 people. Nearly 200 attended a surprise party held afterwards at the K.C. Hall. Spending a lot of time with Don was Karen Jo Vance, who said he always took up for her and looked out for her on the Court. Bobby and Doris Simon came from Nederland, Bobby and Don go back to Bobby’s Bridge City police days. He helped the Coles rebuild after Ike. Former mayor Kirk Roccaforte and incoming B.C. mayor David Rutledge and wife Becky visited with Don and old friends. Incoming tax assessor Karen Fisher helped with the serving. Judy Cole, daughter-in-law, stayed busy as a bee, daughter Mary Alice greeted all the guest and told her dad who each guest was. Don’s eyesight is very weak. School Board member Thad Hill seemed to know and enjoy visiting most of the guest. Judge Jimmy Scales and Donna knew everyone in the room. Donna claims to be sleeping until 11 a.m. since retiring.

Terry and Ella Stuebing stopped by. Terry said he’d never forget the help Don had given them 36 years ago. It was nice to see Virgie Moreland. She and her hubby have been traveling a lot since retirement. She’s as pretty as ever. Unless he’s using Botox, at age 90, Don still doesn’t have any wrinkles. Wife Alice says it’s all that good treatment over the last 68 years. There’s probably a lot of truth to that. There’s much more but I’ve run out of space. It was a great party for a great guy.*****If you haven’t voted early in the school board and city races, you can still do so. Saturday is Election Day. Most people take these local elections for granted. These are thankless jobs. A school board member or city councilperson puts in countless hours at no pay, yet they have a big responsibility. In the case of the BCISD, they deal with over a $20 million annual budget. The school district is Bridge City’s biggest employer. A healthy school district is good for everyone, not only the students.

The business community depends on it. The leadership for the city is also very important; they are responsible for maintaining a city we can all be proud of, good roads, good drainage, good city services, including the police department all of those things for fair taxation. It’s important, please take time to vote.*****I’ve got to shut down. I’m making reservations to take mom to Peggy’s on the Bayou for Mother’s Day but I plan to eat Mexican food Thursday in honor of Cinco De Mayo Day. I haven’t decided where I will dine yet, somewhere I can get a Mexican beer with lime and plenty of chips. Take care and God bless.

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BCLL holding officer, board elections Bridge City Little League will be holding elections for its 2016-17 board/officers on Saturday, May 14, in the board room upstairs at the main ballpark, 305 Parkside Dr. from 8-11 am. ose interested in running for office should sign up at the main concession stand anytime before May 14.

Orange Library set for annual book sale

e Orange Public Library’s annual used book sale, sponsored by Friends of the Orange Public Library, is scheduled for 5 pm, Tuesday, May 10. e first evening is for Friends members only, however memberships will be available at the door. ere is no location requirement for membership and a library card is not required. e event will be open to the public 10 am-4:30

pm on Wednesday, May 11; ursday, May 12, from 10 am-6 pm and Friday, May 13, 10 am-noon.

Anyone interested in working with the sale may contact committee chairperson, Jennifer Wood at the library - 883-1086.

Benefit link sale for LCI Stay and Play

A link sale, benefitting the Little Cypress Intermediate Stay and Play, will be held on Saturday, May 7, from 10 a.m. -1 p.m. in the parking lot of LCM High School. A link on a bun, chips, a cold drink and dessert are $5.

Sponsors are the Orange Rotary Club and LCJH Interact Club. Pre-orders can be placed by contacting Cowling & Burtsfield at 886-5315.

BC Boys Basketball Camp scheduled

Bridge City Boys Basketball Camp will be held

Cardinal Theatre worked with Mrs. LeBleu’s fourth grade class this week. Bridge City High School went into the classroom to teach an interactive playwright workshop called Kidwrites.

Cardinal Theatre vists 4th grade Cardinal eatre had the privilege to work with Mrs. LeBleu’s fourth grade class this week. Yesterday, BCHS went into the classroom to teach an interactive playwright workshop called Kidwrites. e workshop is designed to emphasize the importance of an author, “You can’t have a play without a playwright!”

With BCHS guidance, the BCI children generated ideas of setting, characters, conflict, resolution and dialogue.

Together they verbally created a class play while some of the

BCI students acted. e actors used the dialogue that was being made up on the spot. In other words, a few BCI children acted, while the rest of the class shouted the dialogue to them. ey were a blast!

Mrs. LeBleu said, “ey immediately began to write their own plays when y’all left the classroom.” What a treasure that is. It was apparent that Mrs. LeBleu has cultivated a creative environment for her students. Her class’s knowledge of plot structure and vocabulary was obvious. What a treasure

BCISD has in her.

Today, HS students went back into the classroom to scaffold the BCI children in creating their own plays.

Many of the BCI kids had already brainstormed, and had rough drafts prepared before we got there. Pictures of today are attached.

BCI children will be able to see their plays come to life when the HS performs them on May 17th.

It was a blessing to hear so many positive remarks from all ages of BC children regarding writing!

Adopt a manatee for your Mom Celebrate mom or anyone who’s been like a mom with a thoughtful and unexpected gift for Mother’s Day. Adopt-AManatee® from Save the Manatee Club, who will send an adoption certificate with a color photo of a real, living manatee, a biography, and a membership handbook. A newsletter subscription is also included, where members can read about and follow their manatee’s progress. Funds from the adoption program go toward efforts to help protect manatees and their habitat.

The Club offers 34 manatees for “adoption,” and favorites are selected by visiting the Club’s website at . Whether the choice is Gator or Electra– two of the newest additions to the program – or Rocket, Phyllis, Deep Dent, or Doc, adopting a manatee helps them all.

Krista Benes, who lives north of Chicago with her husband and young son, adopted Lily from the Blue Spring State Park adoption program for her mother-in-law for sentimental reasons. She also adopted Lily for herself as her grandmother’s name was Lillian. “A manatee adoption is a unique gift to give, and for a fellow manatee lover, it’s the perfect gift,” says Krista.

“Manatees are special to our family. The Benes family have enjoyed Florida and its wildlife for four generations. My inlaws live in Bradenton, Florida, and we go look for the mana-

tees whenever we are down there.”

In 1981, Save the Manatee Club, a nonprofit advocacy group, was formed by singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett and former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham to protect manatees for future generations.

Collisions with boats remain the largest known cause of human-related manatee deaths, whether from the hull’s impact or from the sharp blades of a boat’s propeller. Most living manatees bear the scars from these collisions, and researchers identify individual manatees using scar patterns.

Cold stress, toxic algae blooms, ingestion of fish hooks and other human debris, and entanglement in crab trap and monofilament line also take a heavy toll on the manatees.

“Florida would not be the same without manatees,” says Krista. “I am grateful for what Save the Manatee Club does to preserve something I care about, and I support their efforts.”

For more information on adopting a manatee for Mother’s Day, visit Save the Manatee Club’s website at savethemanatee.org, or call 1-800-432-JOIN (5646). Also, visit e Manatee Store, the Club’s online shopping center, for more appealing gift ideas at shopsavethemanatee.org.

Follow the Club using Twitter twitter.com/savethemanatee,

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June 6-9. ere is a Little Man’s Camp for incoming K - 3rd grade; 4th - 6th grade and 7th - 9th grade divisions. e camp is open to all schools and players.

Flyers can be printed out from Bridgecityisd.net - Athletics - Boys Basketball. All campers will receive a T-shirt and ball.

For questions or more information, please contact Coach Sterling at larry.sterling@bridgecityisd.net.

Starks Mayhaw Fest scheduled for May 20

e Starks Mayhaw Festival will be one day only with a “Gospel Singing” on Friday night, May 20. e music starts at 4 PM and continues until 11 PM. ere will be food booths, informational and some arts and crafts. ere will also be door prize drawings. Some of the booths will have items for a silent auction. ere will be a “Scavenger Hunt” for the kids starting at 4:30 PM, along with games for the students to participate in. e poster contest will also be held at Starks High School. Students should see their teachers for poster board and rules.

Posters will be judged ursday, May19 at the school. Winners will be announced on Friday. e annual T-shirts are now on sale. Mr. Smith has given permission for the students to wear these

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shirts on Mondays and Fridays. Anyone wishing to purchase a t-shirt may see Chel Pinder or Jennifer Phillips at Starks High School, or call Evelyn White at 337-743-6297.

OC Retired Teachers will meet e May meeting of the Orange County Retired Teachers Association will be held on Monday, May 9, at 10:30 am at Wesley United Methodist Church, 401 37th St., Orange. President Harvey Wilson will share with the group information from the 2016 Spring TRTA Convention. Carolyn Williams and Glenda Dixon will conduct the Installation of Officers for 2016-2018. Finger foods and light desserts will be served. Glenda Dixon is the Hospitality Chairman for this meeting with Mary Dixon, Cheryl Linscomb, Yvonne Fisher, Jane Bonnin and Wanda Wood serving as hostesses. Visitors are always welcome.

Bromeliad Society holds Mother’s Day sale e Golden Triangle Bromeliad Society will hold it’s Mother’s Day bromeliad sale Saturday, May 7, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Central Mall. We will be located in the center aisle of the mall between T.J.Maxx and Bed, Bath and Beyond.

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Stark Museum of Art Gallery Conversations are designed to offer interactive learning between esteemed guest speakers and Museum guests. Experience this opportunity, Saturday, May 7, 2016 with Dr. Katie Robinson Edwards, Author of Midcentury Modern Art in Texas and Curator of the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum in Austin, Texas.

Austin author, curator speaks at Stark Museum of Art Gallery Stark Museum of Art Gallery Conversations are designed to offer interactive learning between esteemed guest speakers and Museum guests. Experience this opportunity, Saturday, May 7, 2016 with Dr. Katie Robinson Edwards, Author of Midcentury Modern Art in Texas and Curator of the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum in Austin, Texas. Dr. Edwards will present Modernism in the Stark Museum of Art Collection.

Discover the role of Western and Texan artists in American Modernism. Learn to identify and connect regional developments in art by artists such as Alexandre Hogue and the Taos Society of Artists with greater national movements within modern art. Develop a deeper understanding of the modern artists represented in the Collection of the Stark Museum of Art with intriguing conversations.

Baylee Whitley was recognized as the Student of the Month by the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce.

Baylee is a senior at Orangefield High School where she is a member of the National Honor Society and FFA. Once Baylee graduates high school she plans to attend Sam Houston State University to receive a bachelors in Animal Science with a focus in Pre Veterinary Medicine. She then plans to further her education and receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University or Oklahoma State University. Baylee hopes to open her own practice one day and work on livestock, horses and small animals.

“Gallery Conversations are a great way to connect with regional experts, and we are thrilled to have Dr. Katie Robinson Edwards joining us on Saturday. Dr. Edwards is renowned for her work and publication on Texas Mid-Century Modernism, and we are thrilled to explore the topic of modernism as it relates to our collection,” stated Jennifer Restauri, Stark Museum of Art Curator of Education.

Joseph Tran dips his fingers briefly into the bowl of liquid nitrogen to test how different it feels to dipping your fingers in water, while classmates wait their turn.

Chemistry lead to ice cream at LCM

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce recognized Charlsie Haley as the School District Employee of the Month. Charlsie is currently the Secretary to the Director of Support Services at Orangefield ISD. Over the years she has held a number of different roles for the district. She has done such a great job that she was brought out of retirement to continue working for Orangefield ISD. Mrs. Haley is a friend to all and personifies what a Bobcat employee is all about: Hard working, dedicated, loyal and above all committed to student success.

What’s more fun than a co-enrolled chemistry class? It’s a chemistry class with a demonstration that ends in everyone getting ice cream, of course.

Students in Jane Dunn’s classroom at Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School were introduced to liquid nitrogen on ursday when Amber Hawk, with Sub Zero Ice Cream and Yogurt, brought her tools of the trade to school to show students some of the properties of liquid nitrogen. e presentation included discussions of solids, liquids, and gases, the atmosphere, condensa-

tion and evaporation, the Ideal Gas Law and the Leidenfrost Effect. Students were able to see and feel the liquid oxygen that condensed on the bowl holding the liquid nitrogen and saw the flaring effect it had on the flame of a Bunsen burner. e favorite part of the demonstration came

when Hawk poured the element into a bowl of flavored cream to instantly freeze it. One of the effects is that the texture is more creamy and smooth than traditional ice cream due to the crystals being smaller. ere was no problem with participation during that class.

Little Cypress-Mauriceville secondary schools have had another successful competition season. From the High School, both the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Bands received Superior, the highest rating possible, in both Stage and in Sight-Reading portions of the contest. e Little Cypress Junior High Symphonic Band received an Excellent Rating on Stage and Superior in Sight-Reading. e Concert Band also received an Excellent in Stage and Superior in Sight-Reading.

Mauriceville Middle School also took two bands to contest,

with the Symphonic Band receiving Superior Ratings in both Stage and Sight-Reading. e LCJH Concert Band received an Excellent Rating on its Stage performance.

Steve Schoppert is the Director of Bands for the District and directed the Wind Ensemble.

Jose Ochoa directs the Symphonic Bands at LCM High School and LCJH and Kathy Smith directs the MMS Symphonic Band. is is the first year that Concert Bands from MMS and LCJH have competed. ey were directed by Assistant Directors, Jesse Winecoff and Justin Hargraves.

LC-M bands see yet another great year

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The 2016 Student Organization Community Service Award was presented to the Criminal Justice Society of Lamar state College-Orange on Thursday, April 21. The organization completed 536 volunteer hours which included events with the Lions Club Carnival, Special Angel Rodeo and Art in the Park. Student members of the CJS can be seen around campus and the local community giving of their time and talent to promote the campus as well as the mission of LSC-O in serving the community. Shana Sellers, Program Director for Criminal Justice, serves as sponsor of CJS. The group attended a dinner sponsored by the Student Activities Office and were presented with a plaque honoring their achievement. The plaque, which will be located in the Student Center, will bear the name of the Criminal Justice Society as first recipient. Student organizations have the opportunity during the Fall and Spring semesters to earn community service hours. The organization completing the most hours will be presented with the award each year at the end of the spring semester.

BCES’s Coach Pittman, who is a cancer patient, won by a landslide the chance to kiss a pig after students raised money for the school’s Relay for Life team. Coach Pittman thanked all the students for their help in battling cancer.

Coach Pittman kisses pig for Relay for Life This past week at Bridge City Elementary students were asked to bring their change and donations to raise money for the Cardinal Cancer Crushers Relay for Life team. The students could put their donation in the bucket of their choice with the picture of the person they wanted to kiss the pig. The contestants were Mr. Gaspard, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Smith and Coach Pittman.

At the end of the week students had donated $535.47 and had chosen Coach Pittman to Kiss the Pig by a large margin.

All the students came to the gym to witness the kiss and join in the fun. ey were also thanked by Coach Pittman for raising the money because he said they were helping him because he has cancer.

BCES would like to thank all students and parents who helped in this effort.

Happy 17th birthday my baby boy!!!

We are so, so proud and we love you so, so much!!!!

MARRIAGE LICENSES e following marriage licenses were issued by the office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk, for the week of April 25-29: Charles T. Conley and Rachel M. Moore Cody R. Gage and Kari L. Heath

Ronald M. Gardiner and Shelia K. Garrett Micah C. Tant and Cody M. Trahan Bret R. Chipman and Kelsey E. Hollier Joseph M. Paul and Windi R. Solis Jesse W. Durden and Maurena F.

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PINEHURST POLICE REPORT e Pinehurst Police Department responded to the following calls from April 10 - April 16, 2016.

Sunday, April 10 • Criminal mischief in the 3500 block of Warbler.

• Alarm in the 2500 block of MLK. Monday, April 11 • Alarm in the 2500 block of MLK. • Disturbance in the 2400 block of MLK. • Alarm in the 1900 block of Strickland.

Tuesday, April 12 • Report of deceased person in the 3800 block of Pheasant.

Wednesday, April 13 • Suspicious activity in the 4100 block of West Park Avenue.

• Burglary in the 4100 block of Sparrow.

• Suspicious activity in the

area of Strickland and Lark. ursday, April 14 • Assist other agency in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive.

Friday, April 15 • Informational report in the 2400 block of MLK. • Assist other agency in the 2300 block of South Street.

Mauriceville Elementary has chosen officers for the 2016-17 Student Council. They are, President Luke McDow, Vice President Mia Sunderland, Secretary Rayna Christy, Treasurer Marshall Oldbury, Historian Lily Harvey, Parliamentarian Emma White, Head Senator Chase Deets and Senators Jacelyn Cook, Raygen Dunwoody, Abigail Shelly and Kayleigh Sunday. Mary Kay Berndt is the sponsor for the Student Council.

Saturday, April 16 • Alarm in the 1800 block of 30th Street.

• Informational report in the 3300 block of Pheasant.

• Assist other agency in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive.

• Disturbance in the 3400 block of Lark Street.

• Disturbance in area of 35th Street and West Park Avenue.

• Missing person in the 3500 block of Mockingbird.

Source: Pinehurst Police Department

WEST ORANGE POLICE REPORT

e West Orange Police Department responded to the following calls from April 10 - April 16, 2016.

Monday, April 11 • Person arrested for assault/family violence in the 900 block of Elkport.

Tuesday, April 12 • Criminal trespassing in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive.

Friday, April 15

• Disturbance in the 2300 block of South Avenue.

• Forgery reported in person at West Orange Police Department in the 2700 block of Austin.

Saturday, April 16 • Informational report in the 1000 block of Western Avenue.

• Person arrested for theft in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive.

Source: West Orange Police Department

ORANGE POLICE REPORT Officers with the Orange Police Department responded to the following calls on Tuesday, May 3: Assault, 501 Knox Ave. Traffic accident, 7112 IH-10 Public service, 201 8th St. Terroristic threat, 11 Circle R Traffic accident, 3704 N. 16th St. Traffic accident, 12099 FM

1442 Criminal trespass, 111 Pine Ave. Assist public, 3118 Edgar Brown Dr. Public service, 401 37th St. Family disturbance, FM 1136 underpass Runaway, 1817 Decker Ave. Warrant service, 2080 Lutcher Dr.

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Deaths & Memorials Manuela Pachuca Orange Manuela Nellie Pachuca, 91, of Orange, passed away May 2, in Beaumont. A Mass of ChrisManuela tian Burial will Pachuca be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, May 6, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be the Rev. Sinclair Oubre. Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 pm, Thursday, May 5, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Summersville, on June 30, 1924, she was the daughter of Juan Sanchez and Nicholas Soto Sanchez. Nellie was a very faithful Christian woman who loved her family with her whole heart. She was a seamstress and worked at Peter Pan Childcare.

She was also an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and loved Elvis Presley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marcelino Pachuca; children, Wynona Halliburton, and Marcelino Pachuca, Jr. and siblings, Sammie Sanchez, Jesse Sanchez, John Sanchez, Henry Sanchez, Pearl Colburn and Deloris Monceaux.

She is survived by her children, Herman Pachuca and wife Dorothea, Johnny Pachuca and wife Ada, George Pachuca and wife Mary, Margaret Pachuca and partner Pat Sandifer and Steven Pachuca and wife Valerie; siblings, Thomas Sanchez, Juanita Costello; 22 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mark Pachuca, Herman Pachuca, Jr., Joseph Pachuca, Chris Pachuca, Michael Pachuca, Adam Pachuca and Garrett Halliburton.

Brenda Wilbur Deweyville Brenda May Wilbur, 55, of Deweyville, passed away Saturday, April 30, in Lake Brenda Charles, La. A Wilbur gathering of family and friends will be held at 12:00 PM Friday, May 6, at Dorman Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Damon Bickham officiating. Interment will follow at King Cemetery. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service on Friday.

Brenda was born in Orange, March 27, to Marie Richter Tompkins and Tom Tompkins.

She led a joyous life and touched the hearts of many. She saw the good in everyone, and her cup was always half full.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her son Michael Wilbur.

She is survived by her husband

of 40 years, Lester Wilbur; son, Daniel Wilbur and his wife Ashley and three “grandwonders,” Brenlea, Cole and Ember.

Jesse Sastre-Mayo Orange Jesse Sastre-Mayo, 88, of Orange, passed away May 2, in Beaumont.

A Mass of Christian burial will Jesse be at 10:00 a.m., Sastre-Mayo Thursday, May 5, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be the Rev. Urbano Saenz Ramirez, of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Port Arthur. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m., with a Rosary at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.

Born in Leon, Spain, April 21, 1928, he was the son of Migual Sastre and Esperanza Mayo.

Jesse was a forest assistant for Owens Illinois and formerly a park ranger for Texas Parks and Wildlife. In his retirement he had many interests. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and most of all, fishing. He was a member of St. Helen Catholic Church in Orangefield and a former member of St. Michael Catholic Church in Jasper.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Vann Sastre-Mayo; parents; siblings and other relatives in Spain.

He is survived by his children, Irene Navarro and husband Pete, of Bridge City, Norma Barnett, of Orangefield, Delia Muckelrath and husband Phillip, of Bridge City and Joe Vann and wife Suzonne, of Orange; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces and nephews in Spain.

Serving as pallbearers will be Joe Vann, Justin Navarro and Donovan Weldon, II. Honorary pallbearers are the Reverend M. Rodriguez, the Reverend Clemente Iglesias, Juan Cantu and the late Jonathan Navarro.

Robert Watkins Orange Robert Watkins, 53, of Orange, passed away April 30, at his home.

A graveside Robert service will be Watkins held at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 4, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Officiating will be the Rev. Mike Leonard. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 12:30 p.m. at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, June 20, 1962, he was the son of H. R. Watkins and Josephine Watkins.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his children Dale Scarber and fiancée Desiree, Greg Watkins and wife Christina and Seth Watkins and wife Amber and his grandchildren, Dayton Sterling, Dixie Scarber, Bentley Watkins, Marlee Watkins, Bailee Watkins, Ally Trero and Carley Watkins.

Bessie White Vinton, LA. Bessie Juanita (Ellis) White, 83, of Vinton, passed away May 1, in Sulphur, La. Funeral services will Bessie be held at 2:00 White p.m., Thursday, May 5, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Walter Clark. Burial will follow at Ida Wilson Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12:30-2:00 p.m.

Born in DeQuincy, La., June 14, 1932, she was the daughter of Arthur Monroe Ellis and Annie Mae Edgerton.

She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Fannie Clark, Arthur Ellis, J.C. Ellis, Lois Asbury, Buddy Ellis, Richard Ellis and Leo Ellis.

She is survived by her children, Gene Allen Ellis and wife Thelma, Susan Gail English and husband Keith, Jesse Gerald White and wife Mary, Donna Kay Ross and husband John, Jeffrey Glenn White and wife Elizabeth; James Gregory White, Tammi Michelle Borel and husband David and Jerry George White; grandchildren, Chad Ellis, Brad Ellis, Kellie Maynard, Jeremy English, Jesse White, Kristi Smith, Lisa Farzad, Jacob Ross, Garrett Ross, Toby White, Chelsy White, Megan White, Jaimie White, Rachel Martin, David Borel, Jr., Bradley Borel, Dusti Latham, Joshua White, Jonathan White and Makenzie White and 14 greatgrandchildren.

Serving as pallbearers will be Jesse White, Bradley Borel, Josh White, David Borel, Toby White, Jonathan White and Jeremy English.

Katheryn Duncan Orangefield Kay Duncan, 59, of Orangefield, passed away Friday morning, April 29, at the Medical CenKatheryn ter of Southeast Duncan Texas. A graveside service was held Tuesday, May 3, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City.

Born in Jennings, LA on April 6, 1957 she was the daughter of Clifford John and Betty Lois (Fontenot) Swiere. She was a homemaker who loved flowers and animals but most of all she loved her grandbabies and spending as much time with them as she could. She was a generous person and enjoyed

making sweets for many different people. Anyone who met her loved her and she will be missed.

Kay is preceded in death by her parents and grandson, Mason Toups.

She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Myron Duncan of Orangefield; daughter, Megan Burleigh and husband, Chris of Orangefield; son, Brian Toups and wife, Beth of Bridge City and grandchildren, Madelyn, Lillyn and Camryn Burleigh all of Orangefield. Kay is also survived by her siblings, Michael Swiere, Allen Swiere, Elaine Marie Clinton and David Swiere.

Johnny Worthen Orange Johnny Geland Worthen, 84, of Orange, passed away Friday, April 29, at his home. The Johnny funeral service Worthen will begin at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 4, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Officiating will be Pastor David Milner of Calvary Baptist Church of West Orange. Entombment will follow at Orange Forest Lawn in West Orange.

There will be a gathering of family and friends prior to the service beginning at 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Born in Elizabeth, LA., Aug. 3, 1931, he was the son of Joseph T. and Lydia (Dugus) Worthen. He was a welder for the Pipefitters Local 195 and was always a hard worker. He was a member of First Baptist Church of West Orange and enjoyed listening to Bluegrass music. In his younger years he enjoyed fishing and duck hunting but more recently he enjoyed working in his yard and spending time with his family.

Mr. Worthen is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Lydia Worthen; wife, Donna Worthen; son, Geland Worthen; brothers, Hebert Worthen, Wendell Worthen and Little Joe Worthen and sister, Mary Crooks.

He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Meritta and Danny Kennedy and grandchildren, Shannel Taylor, Meritta Taylor, Tasha Baumgartner and husband, Tony, Lydia Broussard and husband, Joel, Bryan Worthen, Jimmy Owens and Monica Smith and husband, Luke. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Matthew Broussard, Madison Dyson, Davian Courmier, Ashtyn Jenkins, Garin Broussard, Emily and Brie Worthen, Brooke Smith, Jacie Hyatt, Rena Owens and Hanna and Alexis Baumgartner and one great-great grandson, Kylor Hyatt.

Mary Allen Bridge City Mary Nell Allen, 69, of Bridge City, passed away April 29, at her residence. Funeral services

will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m., May 4, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Mary Born in Beaumont, Allen Oct. 4, 1946, she was the daughter of Johnny Daniels and Annie Wilhelm. She loved shopping and traveling, especially on cruises. She was a retired nurse from St. Mary Hospital in Port Arthur and was a life-long member of St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City.

She was preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her spouse, Mike Allen, Sr.; mother, Annie Wilhelm; children, Eddie Laughlin, Mike Allen, Jr. and wife Jessica, Bryan Allen and fiancé Jeana, Michelle LaCombe and husband Kyle; grandchildren, Paige, Blake and Luke Laughlin, Kylie and Quaid LaCombe and Mackenzi, Claire, Caleb, Natalye, Azalie, Michelle and Lily Allen; siblings, Margaret Ann Fox, Steve Bagley, Roy Wilhelm; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Laughlin and close friend, Diana McLean.

Serving as pallbearers will be Jacob Worster, Mike Allen, Jr., Bryan Allen, Kyle LaCombe, Blake Laughlin, Joshua Norton, Ron Allen, Roy Wilhelm and Steve Bagley.

James Arlen Fontenot Orange Passed away peacefully the evening of Friday, April 29, in Round Rock, James Arlen to the sound Fontenot of his favorite Hank Williams song, “Fun on the Bayou.” He was a loving and devoted husband, adoring father, grandfather, great grandfather and intense lover of life.

James was born in Washington, La., Oct. 17, 1934 to the late Raul Simon “RS” Fontenot and Ada Brignac Fontenot. He was the third and youngest of their children. RS and Ada moved James, his brother Ray and sister Wilana, “Willie,” to Orange in 1940 where James attended St. Mary’s Catholic School.

James and the love of his life, Janet, were married in August of 1955. James and Janet were the proud parents of three children, Rhonda, Richard and April.

James was a hard worker and stayed active throughout all of his life. He served in the Texas National Guard, owned The Shoe Castle, a local Orange business, with his wife Janet and was an employee at the DuPont Sabine River Works Plant for 33 years.

James often gave selflessly and tirelessly to individuals in need and to local community organizations such as being the driving force behind what has now

become the City of Orange boat ramp.

James was known for his enthusiasm for life and love of celebrations. He often quoted the French saying “Laissez les bon temps rouler!” or “Let the good times roll!” James loved dancing, cooking and spending time with family and friends. Never meeting a stranger, he introduced himself as, “James ‘Crocodile’ Fontenot, from Washington, Louisiana!”

Always, with a big smile.

Upon retirement, James and Janet traveled the world together.

The two enjoyed experiencing the cultures of each place they visited. James loved to share their adventures through photos and stories. He always encouraged fellow travelers to take the “scenic route” and enjoy the view.

When they were not traveling, James and Janet enjoyed tending to their garden which was filled with beautiful flowers, delicious vegetables, herbs and teeming with wildlife. James enjoyed sharing his garden with guests who were invited to visit on the back porch.

James truly cherished his relationships with his friends and family and he made a concerted effort to keep his loved ones connected. James enjoyed sharing photos and sending news of family updates through phone calls, emails, Facebook and Facetime.

James was a supportive presence for his children, grandchildren and great grandchild with his calm demeanor and listening ear. James’ zest for life will truly be missed and carried on in his family’s hearts.

James is survived by his wife, Janet Crew; daughter, Rhonda Hohmann and her husband, Rusty; son, Richard Fontenot and his fiancé, Rose Smith; daughter, April Carroll and her wife, Lee; grandchildren, Gerald Riedmueller, Jr. and his wife, Amber; Warren Riedmueller; Leslie Edwards and her husband, Joseph; Haley Peck and her fiancé, Derek Law; Elissa Fontenot; Taylor Yarbrough and great grandchild, Noah Peck.

A funeral Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday, May 4, at 1:00 p.m., at St. Mary Church with burial at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. A gathering of friends and family will be held at St. Mary Parish Hall after the burial.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary School Foundation at 912 W. Cherry St., Orange, Tx., 77630.

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- OBITS cont from 8A Dorothy Sonnier Orange Dorothy Evelyn Sonnier, 93, of Orange, passed away April 3, at Harbor Hospice Dorothy in Beaumont.

Funeral services Sonnier were held April 8, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. With the Rev. W.W Smith and the Rev. Lynn Ashcraft officiating. Burial followed at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange.

Born in Henderson, on August 19, 1922, she was the daughter of Ed Wright and Roxie Flora Parker. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her. She had a passion for her nursing profession and caring for her patients. She had served as a nurse for 38 years and retired from Orange Memorial Hospital after 25 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her children, Joe Brown, Porter Brown, Marcia Hryhorchuk, Wanda Brown, Roy Roger Brown; her grandchildren, Rachel Shields, Gerald Hryhorchuk, Christina Savage.

She is survived by her daughters, Marilyn Schmidt of Deweyville, Paula Robertson of Vidor, Sandra Kay Lutz of Bridge City; and her son, Buddy

Brown of Huffman, Texas; 22 grandchildren and 29 greatgrandchildren.

Serving as pallbearers were John Maness, Alan Glisson, John Lutz, William Schmidt, Michael Conley and Leigh Barrett.

Mary Scofield Orange Mary Ann Scofield was welcomed into the world on Jan. 30, 1947 in Orange. Born to Mary Frank and Sarah Scofield Todaro, she was the second of five beautiful girls; the oldest, her twin sister Rosalie, out-nudged her by five minutes.

Growing up in a loving, tightknit Italian family, her lifelong values of family, church and community were instilled at an early age. The Todaros were one of the pioneers of familyowned supermarkets in Orange, and Mary Ann was a permanent fixture in their store, Save-Way, from age four until 1985 when the store was sold. She loved visiting with the customers and employees, as well as working in the meat market, where she inherited her tireless work ethic from her parents.

She attended St. Mary Catholic School, where she participated in many sports and developed a passion for writing and creative talents, not to mention a

remarkable set of social skills.

She enjoyed dancing and family time and held the honor of being chosen homecoming queen her senior year.

Mary Ann went on to study Education and Art History at Stephen F. Austin University. While there she met her beloved husband and lifelong companion, John. On Aug. 31, 1969, she and her twin had a grand double wedding in Orange. Yes, those inseparable girls did everything together – including getting married.

The twins would often joke of that overwhelming day for their father, “We had to carry our daddy down the aisle!” Mary Ann and John lived briefly in Dallas, where she worked for First National Bank in their first ever Mastercard division. In 1973 her father “made her an offer she couldn’t refuse” to return to work at the grocery store in Orange.

John and Mary Ann followed her parents’ lead on a happy home full of girls and had three wonderful daughters of their own. To say that she lived for her children is an understatement. She raised them to be as full of love and life as she was.

A source of endless support and encouragement, she nurtured them to chase dreams, seek adventure and travel the world. One of her favorite destinations was the Scofield family’s home on the beach in Grand Cayman. As her children grew, she constantly sought

opportunities to remain close to them. Over the years she worked as Director of Camp Fire Boys and Girls, even employing her daughters and their friends to work as camp counselors during the summers. She was a substitute teacher and started her own business for teens’ fashion. A staunch supporter of Catholic education, she also worked as a CCD and Vacation Bible School teacher.

Mary Ann was fiercely dedicated to making her home beautiful and welcoming. She was an excellent and creative cook, combining old world traditions with delicious inventions of her own. She had a true appreciation for art and also loved music.

She was an amazing hostess and true entertainer, always able to make everyone laugh and feel welcome! She could truly do a little bit of everything.

She had Southern charm and knew proper etiquette, but her mischievous side led her to make her own rules on occasion. Her sisters and lifelong friends tell stories of how her instigations led to their greatest adventures in life. Her outlook remained optimistic at all times – her mom would tell her, “Mary Ann, you are always looking up.”

Volunteering her time for those in need was very important to her and she held various positions in Service League of Orange, Catholic Daughters of America – Court of St. Cecilia, served as docent for the Catholic Women’s Home Tour. She was very active in her beloved St. Mary Church, serving for years as Eucharistic Minister and in the Altar Society.

She is preceded in death by her parents Frank Jasper and Sarah Lucia Todaro.

She is survived by her husband John Beall Scofield, daughter Rosalie Rebecca and Rory Roemisch of Austin, daughter Francella Reynee Scofield of Santa Monica, Ca. and daughter Sendy Marie Scofield of Austin; grandchildren Edwin Michael Scofield and Rosemary Beall Roemisch; her identical twin sister Rosalie and husband Judge Pat Clark, sister Sendy and husband Larry O’Keefe, sister Sarah and husband Billy Berryman sister Antionette and husband Wayne Peveto, all of Orange and a number of nieces and nephews and friends who consider her their mother too.

In celebration of Mary Ann’s life, a rosary was said Monday, May 2, followed by a funeral Mass of Christian burial at St. Mary Church. Burial followed at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary Joseph Altar or to St.

Mary School Foundation at 912 West Cherry St., Orange, Texas, 77630.

Amy Copeland Orange Amy Patnaude Copeland, 53, of Orange, passed away April 26, in Beaumont.

Amy Funeral services Copeland were held Saturday, April 30, at First United Methodist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating was the Rev. Sharon Sabom. Burial followed at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Born in Ishpeming, Mi., May 18, 1962, she was the daughter of Edward Henry Patnaude, Sr. and Brenda Beard. Amy was the owner of Kid’s and Co. Day Care in Orange for 15 years.

Amy was a 1980 graduate of Bridge City High School. She enjoyed camping, being with her friends and family, taking care of children and her dog Nemo. Amy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her mother, Brenda Patnaude, of Bridge City; husband, Larry Copeland, of Orange; children, Josh Copeland and wife Kora, of Houston and Courtnie White and husband Dereck, of Vidor; granddaughter, Adisen White and soon expecting two more grandchildren Ella White and Ford Copeland into the family; sisters, Teri Ridley, of Bon Weir and Kim Reeves, of Bridge City and her brother, Chip Patnaude, of Sulphur, La. Serving as pallbearers were Michael Alsop, Jake Miles, Tim Reeves, Tony Miller, Dereck White and Joshua Copeland.

Juanita Wallace Orange Juanita Lee Wallace born June 2, 1928, in Orange, died April 26, at 87 years of age.

Juanita She was preWallace ceded in death by her father, Theodore Grant Wilson; mother, Lucy Eve Frederick Wilson; sister, Loretta Siebert; brother, Theodore Grant Wilson, Jr. and her granddaughter, Carrie Renee Wallace-Walpole.

She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Glen Dean Wallace.

She was a resident of Bridge City for almost 60 years.

She and Glen have five children, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. They are Alan Wallace and wife Elizabeth Wallace, of Brownwood and their daughter, Elisa West and husband Clay, (their two children, Maryn and Kyler) and son, Jesse Wallace (his two children, Sydnee and David); Alisa Chapmond and husband, Ron Chapmond, of Boyd; Randy Wallace and wife Ruth Wallace, of Bridge City and their son, Bradley Wallace and grandsons Billy Walpole and Tommy Walpole, who are the surviving children of Carrie Renee WallaceWalpole; Renita Wallace-Ely, of Bridge City and her daughter, Amber Ely and Miles Wallace, of Austin and his daughter, Nicole Wallace.

Juanita Wallace was a lovely, Christian wife, mother and “Granny”. She dearly loved her family, immediate and extended and her church family of Old First Orange Baptist Church.

She certainly had the gift of hospitality. Relatives and friends loved to spend time at the Wallace house. She was an excellent cook and extremely talented seamstress. Her years of sewing included alterations, making wedding dresses with all the beading, long train and vail, bridesmaids dresses, clothes for children, grandchildren and so much more. She had a competitive spirit and quick wit. She was an intelligent woman, having worked as a secretary and financial secretary and was often involved in church activities and committees. She loved music and for many years was part of the church choir. She really enjoyed listening to her children sing and singing with them.

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Funeral services were held Friday, April 29, at Old First Orange Baptist Church in Orange.

Officiating was the Rev. Keith Meyer. Burial was to follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange.

Serving as pallbearers were Darrel Wallace, Ted Wilson, Brad Wallace, Jesse Wallace, Clay West, Kyler West, Charles (Chuck) Osborne and Ronnie McKay. Honorary pallbearers were Jim Wallace, David Osborne, Randall Klein, Jimmy Franklin, Billy Walpole and Tommy Walpole.

Services under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Marjorie Hatton Bridge City Marjorie Joyce Hatton, 91, of Bridge City, passed away April 26, in Port Arthur.

Marjorie Funeral serHatton vices were held Sunday, May 1, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City.

Officiating will be the Rev. Doug Shows. Burial followed at Turner Cemetery in Bridge City.

Born in Reddell, La, on July 26, 1924, she was the daughter of Alex Avery Parker and Lucille Grace (Ridgeway) Parker. Marjorie was the attendance clerk for Bridge City High School.

She was a member of First Baptist Church in Bridge City where she was also a member of the Golden Harvest Senior Group.

She was a member of Good Sam Travel Club as well as Cut Ups Craft Group. She enjoyed fishing and loved to travel, where she got the nickname Marjorie “Go” Hatton.

She was preceded in death by parents; her husband, Frank S. Hatton; and her daughter, Barbara Jane Hatton Ray Walters.

She is survived by her sons, Frank Avery Hatton and wife Janice Elaine Freuden Hatton, of Buna and Terrell Glenn Hatton and wife Mildred Milstead Hatton, of Bridge City; grandchildren, Sherry Lynn Ray Brown, Frank Steven Hatton, Lainey Kay Hatton Brittnell, Brooke Shondel Hatton, Terrell Keith Hatton and wife Renea Burr Hatton, Summer Dawn Hatton, Jesica Dawn Hatton, Robyn Lejune Hatton, Derek Paul Milstead and wife Angel; along with 18 great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Steven Hatton, Keith Hatton, Derek Milstead, Buddy Fuselier, Phillip Clark and Hiram Clark.

Services were under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Kenneth Bryan Orange Kenneth Emmitt Bryan, 66, of Orange, passed away April 11, at his home surrounded by loved Kenneth ones.

Bryan Funeral services were Friday, April 15, at First Baptist Church of West Orange.

Officiating was the Rev. Michael Procella. Burial followed at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Born in Orange, Nov. 20, 1949, he was the son of William Ellison Kershaw Bryan and Edna Lona (Rehling) Bryan. Kenny was a custodian at West Orange Stark School District and a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of West Orange. He enjoyed spending every chance he could with his family.

Materialistic things weren’t important to Kenny, as he was happy to have his faith and his family.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew Timothy Lackey.

He is survived by his wife, Diane Bryan; children, Dena Bryan, David Bryan and wife Rachel, and Robert Bryan; grandchildren, Emily Bryan, Katelyn Keneson and William Messick; sisters, Charline Watz and Carolyn Boudoin, along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

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High Winds And Rain Thwart Pros COLBURN-FISHING CAPT. DICKIE COLBURN FOR THE RECORD

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urrounded by lightning and miserably engulfed by a driving rain, Redfish Elite officials and the seven finalists patiently sought cover while hoping to out wait the storm and get Day 3 of the tournament under way.To avoid having to cross the open lake, the anglers had trailered around the lake to a more protected launch in the back of Johnson’s Bayou.

If anything, the conditions the prior day had proven even more precarious as a full field of anglers found themselves struggling to safely return to the weigh-in site on Pleasure Island.Jimmy Lloyd, a Lumberton pro emphasized just how dangerously rough the open lake was when he pointed out that he was taking spray off the white caps over the windshield on his tower boat.That windshield rests atop the tower which is six feet above the deck of the boat!

Nearly two hours later, the weather had gone from “no show” to absolutely perfect and the pros quickly scattered all over the surrounding marshes in search of clearer water and hungry redfish.When all was said and done, Charlie Barton returned with a 22.48-pound stringer anchored with a 9.42 kicker fish that enabled him to nudge Kevin Aiken for first place by less than a pound.

The series next stop is Port Aransas in May and there is no doubt that they are hoping for better weather following the two recent Sabine Lake tournaments.To the pro, they love fishing this area, but they have had enough wind and high water to last them a while!

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In the girls pole vault, it was Brooklyn Goldsmith of Orangefield who claimed second place with a jump of 10-09 and secured a trip to Austin. Above: Goldsmith clears 10-feet on her way to take second place in regionals.

Local Athletes Advance To State Track and Field Championships TOMMY MANN FOR THE RECORD

Austin is calling for several local boys and girls track athletes as several qualified to advance to the Class 4A UIL State Track and Field Championships following this past weekend’s results at the Class 4A Region III Track and Field Championships held at Bower Stadium on the campus of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville.

The top two finishers in each event will advance to the State track meet to be held at

the University of Texas in Austin on May 12-14.

Although the Hardin-Jefferson Lady Hawks claimed the Region III title in the girls division, the West Orange-Stark Lady Mustangs finished third in the team standings with 50 total points thanks to a strong showing in the running events.

Aaliyah Teel of West Orange-Stark won the girls 100 meter dash with a time of 11.99 seconds and will advance to the State meet in Austin on May 12-14. Teel, along with Betty McDonald,

Shavontae Thomas and Diamond Judge, helped propel the Lady Mustangs 200 meter relay team to a second place finish in a time of 1:41.72 and advance to the State meet.

The Lady Mustangs 400 meter relay team of Mercedes Fezia, Taylor Colbert, Shavontae Thomas and Aaliyah Teel advanced to the State meet as well with a second place finish in a time of 3:57.29 in the girls 400 meter relay.

In the girls 100 meter relay, the Lady Mustangs relay team of Betty McDonald, Shavontae Thomas, Andre’Yana Thomas

and Diamond Judge finished in fifth place with a time of 49.20 seconds.

In the Girls 800 meter run, Brittany Fonville of Bridge City finished in 11th place with a time of 2:37.71 and Abby Overman of Orangefield placed 13th in 2:42.76.

Taylor Colbert of West Orange-Stark finished in fourth place in the girls 400 meter dash in a time of 1:01.11.

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Baseball playoffs Lady Cards advance to face Caldwell begin Friday

TOMMY MANN

FOR THE RECORD

The softball season continues for one local team and has concluded for another following the first round of playoffs.

The Bridge City Lady Cardinals advanced to the Area round of the high school softball playoffs following a 8-0 victory over the Cleveland Lady Indians in a one-game series.

Kassidy Wilbur was dominant from the mound as she held the Lady Indians to two hits while striking out 14 batters in a complete game.

The Lady Cardinals, which

finished the regular season at 12-0 in District 24-4A and currently have an overall record of 29-2, are currently ranked at No. 3 in the state in the latest softball poll and will face the Caldwell Lady Hornets in the Area round of the playoffs. Caldwell, which finished the regular season at 26-6 and ranked No. 12 in the state poll, defeated Houston Wheatley 20-0 in the first round of the playoffs.

The Lady Cardinals and Lady Hornets will square off in a three-game series beginning at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 6, Grand Slam Park in Livingston. Game 2 and Game 3,

State Track And Field Orangefield who will represent Orange County schools at the State meet.

Kaitlin Thayer of Bridge City advanced to the State meet in Austin in the girls shot put with a second place finish courtesy of a toss of 3904.50 feet. She finished in fourth place in the girls discus with a throw of 114-09. Madison Neal of West OrangeStark placed 14th in the girls shot put with a throw of 32-06.

In the girls pole vault, it was Brooklyn Goldsmith of Orangefield who claimed second place with a jump of 10-09 and secured a trip to Austin. Her Lady Bobcats teammate, Mackenzie Davis, finished in fifth place with a jump of 9-06.

Bailiee Click of Orangefield placed seventh in the girls high jump with a leap of 5-feet.

Bridge City finished 19th in the Region III contest with 12 team points, and Orangefield finished in 20th place with 10 team points out of more than 30 teams participating in the Region III Track and Field Championships.

BOYS Hunter Denton of Bridge City is headed to Austin as he placed second in the boys 200 meter dash at the Region III Track meet with a time of 22.06 seconds. Dylan Westbrook of Orangefield finished in sixth place in the event with a time of 22.69 seconds.

In the boys 100 meter relay, the Mustangs relay team of Keion Hancock, Jaron Morris, Teshaun Teel and Kavyn Cooper finished in 10th place with

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if necessary, will be held starting at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 7.

However, despite cliniching the final spot for the playoffs in District 24-4A this past week with a 3-2 victory over the LC-M Lady Bears, the Lady Bobcats fell to the champions of District 23-4A, the Liberty Lady Panthers, by a score of 9-2 this past Thursday (April 28) at Baytown Lee High School.

Orangefield pitcher Kaylee Ancelot pitched a complete game and retired five batters in the process, but allowed 10 hits against a powerful Lady Bobcats lineup as Liberty jumped out to a quick 3-0 lead

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a time of 43.94 seconds.

The Mustangs relay team of Hancock, Morris, Chaka Watson and Antonio Richard finished in seventh place in the boys 200 meter relay in 1:31.98.

In the boys 800 meter run, Bridge City’s Edward Doan finished in 12th place with a time of 2:07.74 and Kevin Richard of West Orange-Stark finished in 16th place in a time of 2:16.21.

Rufus Joseph of West Orange-Stark placed 10th in the boys 110 meter hurdles with a time of 15.84 seconds.

In the 100 meter dash, Dylan Westbrook of Orangefield placed eighth overall with a time of 11:23 seconds.

Hunter Denton finished in fifth place in the boys 400 meter dash with a time of 50.40 seconds, and Antonio Richard of the Mustangs placed 10th with a time of 52.52 seconds.

Rufus Joseph placed third in the boys 300 meter hurdles with a time of 40.28 seconds, just ahead of teammate Chaka Watson who finished in sixth place with a time of 42.11 seconds.

In the boys 3200 meter run, Eli Peveto of LC-M finished in sixth place with a time of 10:21.83, while teammate Rayce Piper placed ninth in 10:44.28. In the boys 1600 meter run, Peveto of LC-M finished in seventh place in 4:43.68 and Piper of LC-M was ninth in 4:47.52.

In the boys 400 meter relay, the Orangefield Bobcats relay team of Julian Montoya, Ryan Deustch, Dylan Westbrook and Zach Patronis placed

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teams and Game Wardens at a boat launch.The victim’s partner reported that he fell overboard while they were fishing the bayou just south of MacArthur drive.

While weather and boat operation are major considerations for all fishermen, even the most minor misstep is magnified when on or near the water and you don’t have to be in a boat for things to go south.

When my daughter was very young, she was walking on a dock with a big group when she suddenly slipped in and disappeared in the murky water.My sister immediately jumped in, found her and had her back on the dock before most of the group even realized what had happened.While fishing a dirt pit lake as a youngster, a friend slipped off the bank and was quickly in more trouble than either of us realized.

After a minute or two of laughing at his misfortune while watching him dive in search of his rod and reel, the situation unexpectedly became more somber when we discovered that the bank of the pit was too steep and slippery for him to climb out.A ten foot piece of hose that I found in the nearby weeds changed the mishap from a possible disaster to something we had forgotten about by the time he dried off.

The number one mistake you can make before even hooking your tow vehicle to the trailer or walking the bank of a tranquil pond is taking anything for granted.There is no substitute for fishing with a friend, but the ultimate life line is your life jacket.

Before spending big bucks on your next rod and reel, take the time to purchase a quality life jacket for you and the kids that fits properly and wear it.Discomfort is no excuse as there are jackets available that are so light that the only inconvenience is taking the time to snap the belt.

Bob Crew and Gene Locke have fished together for years and while their non-stop heckling easily garners them far more attention, the first thing I noticed was that they always wore their life jacket regardless of the time of the year. Even if they never catch another fish they are guaranteeing themselves another shot tomorrow!

I personally have at least a dozen excuses for not wearing a PFD at all times and, no pun intended, not one of them holds water.I have gotten better, especially when running in bad weather or fishing alone, but that definitely leaves room for improvement.

Unfortunately, it usually takes incidents like this to remember……”Returning safely will always rank ahead of catching!”

ninth in 3:33.25, while the Mustangs relay team of Kevin Richard, Antonio Richard, Jaron Morris and Malick Phillips finished in 10th place in 3:33.39.

In the field events, Jared Dupree booked his trip to the State meet in May as he won the boys high jump with a leap of 6-07 at the Region III track meet.

Hunter Denton added a second event for himself when he heads to Austin as he won the boys long jump with a leap of 22-05.75. Weston Floyd of LC-M finished in sixth place with a jump of 21-04.

Trey Guillory of LC-M qualified for the State meet as well as he finished in second place in the boys triple jump with an overall leap of 45-08. Hunter Denton of Bridge City finished in fifth place with a jump of 42-11.

Isiah Reagins of LC-M finished in sixth place in the boys discus with a throw of 145-02, while, in the boys pole vault, Tyler Jenkins of Orangefield placed eighth with a jump of 13-00.

In the boys division, Bridge City finished in 12th place with 22 team points, West Orange-Stark finished in 15th place with 17 team points, LC-M was 20th with 11 team points and Orangefield finished in 32nd place with 1 team point out of more than three dozen schools at the Region III track meet.

in the top of the first inning and never looked back.

The Lady Bobcats scored both runs in the bottom of the fifth inning and trailed 8-2 at that point, but the Liberty added another run in the top of the sixth inning, which proved to be the final score.

The Lady Panthers, which finished the regular season ranked No. 15 in the state at 21-4, will advance to the Area round and face the Giddings Lady Buffaloes, which is ranked at No. 23.

The Lady Bobcats finished the 2016 softball season with a 6-6 record in District 244A.

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The regular season is over and, for three local baseball teams, the road to Austin begins this weekend.

The Class 4A high school baseball playoffs get underway for the District 24-4A Bridge City Cardinals, West OrangeStark Mustangs and Little Cypress Mauriceville Battlin’ Bears this Friday and Saturday as each team will face an opponent from District 23-4A. The Bridge City Cardinals are the runner-up in District 24-4A and will take on the Liberty Panthers, the third place team from District 23-4A, in a best of three-game series.

Game one is at 7 p.m., Friday, May 6, in Liberty, while game two will start at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 7, in Bridge City. If necessary, game three will begin approximately 30 minutes following the end of game two.

The West Orange-Stark Mustangs, the third place team representing District 24-4A, will take on the Splendora Wildcats, the second place team in District 23-4A, at 6 p.m., Friday, May 6, in Jasper in a winner-take-all game.

The Little Cypress-Mauriceville Battlin’ Bears will have a one-game series as well, which will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 7, against the District 23-4A champion HuffmanHargrave Falcons.

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West Orange - Stark High School’s Taylor Colbert signed a track and field scholarship with Lamar University Friday. She is pictured with WOS High School Assistant Girls Track Coach Gwen Kelly-Hall. Head Girls Coach Desiree Boxie is not pictured.Â

GAME WARDEN REPORTS e following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.

The Astros didn’t get off to the start they’d hoped for as the season opened back in April. Maybe May will be better?

Month of May merry for some KAZ’S KORNER JOE KAZMAR FOR THE RECORD

e merry month of May has sloshed into Southeast Texas and Southwestern Louisiana with hopes that things will get better for our Houston Astros, Houston Texans, Dallas Cowboys and Kentucky Derby fans wanting another Triple Crown winner.

As far as the Astros are concerned, their month of April went almost exactly opposite as it did last year, with Houston ďŹ nishing the month with a mere seven wins and a whopping 17 losses. e Astros were 15-7 at this time last season.

What ails the team so far this year is very correctable—being more selective at the plate when there are runners in scoring position. e Astros were miserable at driving in runs which partially led to their April woes.

Another problem was the starting pitchers gave up too many ďŹ rst-inning runs.

Sunday the ‘Stroes salvaged the ďŹ nal game of their series at Oakland winning 2-1 on Jose Altuve’s lead-o homer and a sacriďŹ ce y by Colby Rasmus. But they only got TWO HITS!!!

Teams aren’t going to win many games with just two hits. Maybe they need to ďŹ re their hitting coach to stir things up a little. e 8-17 Astros came home Sunday night and began a 10game home stand Monday. ey are playing three games against the Minnesota Twins, four against Seattle and three against the Cleveland Indians.

Perhaps playing 10 games at home will get them moving in the right direction.

It appears the Houston Texans fulďŹ lled their objective in the draft by upgrading their team speed immensely and grabbing a slew of skill position players. ey picked up free agents quarterback Brock Osweiler and running back Lamar Miller before the draft. eir ďŹ rst-rounder is wide receiver Will Fuller of Notre Dame who has world class speed (4.32)

along with fourthround running back Tyler Ervin (4.41). Ano t h e r speedy pick was Ohio State wide receiver Braxton Miller (4.41) in the third round who also played quarterback in college.

But getting these new players is like a foreign country getting a dozen of the most modern jet ďŹ ghter planes and not having any pilots who know how to y them.

Texans’ head coach Bill O’Brien and general manager Rick Smith are ecstatic about the players they drafted, but the hard job comes between May and September when these new players must learn Houston’s oense and defense and their personal assignments on each play.

Rookie camp begins this week and the OTAs start later this month. e Dallas Cowboys also went after skill personnel, taking Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott, the fourth overall pick in the ďŹ rst round—the highest spot for a running back in the 26 years that Jerry Jones has been the team’s owner and general manager. e Cowboys also drafted quarterback Dak Prescott from Mississippi State with the 135th pick in the fourth round. It marked the ďŹ rst time the Pokes drafted a quarterback since 2009 (Texas A&M’s Stephen McGee). e Cowboys have had problems rushing the passer and hope that by drafting Nebraska defensive tackle Maliek Collins in the third round and Oklahoma defensive end Charles Tapper in the fourth round might somewhat address that situation.

Although Dallas has ďŹ nished in the bottom third of the NFL in sacks, team owner Jerry Jones said the team has ruled out bringing back troubled defensive

end Greg Hardy.

And the ďŹ rst Saturday in May is always reserved for the Kentucky Derby as 20 three-year-old horses compete in the annual Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs.

Getting most of the early attention is Nyquist, an undefeated California-based horse that has won seven straight races and is a heavy favorite Saturday. His owner Paul Reddam named the horse after Gustav Nyquist, a Swedish hockey player who plays for the Detroit Red Wings, according to Sunday’s edition of the Albany Times Union.

Nyquist, the richest horse in the Derby ďŹ eld, will be ridden by Mario Gutierrez, who has not yet had to ask the colt for everything he has. He has earned $3.2 million and was purchased for $400,000. e next richest horse in the event is Gun Runner, the Derby leader with 151 points earned in prep races. He has four wins in ďŹ ve starts and was earned $1.6 million. He scored victories in the Louisiana Derby and Risen Star this winter for trainer Steve Asmussen.

Another horse to watch is Exaggerator, son of two-time Horse of the Year Curlin, who is trained

by Keith Desormeaux and ridden by Kent Desormeaux, the Hall of Fame jockey who is Keith’s younger brother. Exaggerator has three wins worth $1 million, but has lost to Nyquist three times.

KWICKIES‌e Lamar Lady Cardinals softball team will end the regular season this week with three Southland Conference games against Nicholls State. e Lady Cards (17-7 SLC, 31-18 overall) lost two-of three last weekend to the leagueleading Cowgirls from McNeese State (20-4 SLC, 35-12 overall) and are three games behind with three to play.

With or without Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors seem to be the team to beat in the NBA playos. However, the San Antonio Spurs could throw a monkey wrench into the

Warriors’ plans in the near future. It may even get interesting!!

Blackie Sherrod, whose sports columns were revered by most in the business, died last week at his Dallas home. He was 96 and was named Sports Writer of the Year a record 16 times. He took his popular column to the nowdefunct Dallas Times Herald in 1958 and was hired away by the Dallas Times Herald in 1985 and continued his column until retiring in 2003. e University of Idaho will drop to the Football Championship Subdivision beginning in 2018 and intends to join the Big Sky Conference. e Vandals will remain at the Football Bowl Subdivision level the next two seasons as part of the transition to the lower division. Idaho has gone 71-162 in its 20 seasons playing at the FBS level and has only reached a bowl game twice. e San Diego Chargers drafted Wisconsin fullback/tight end Derek Watt in the sixth round. He is the younger brother of Houston Texans’ defensive star J.J. Watt. “I think my brother is a very good football player,� J.J. Watt said prior to last week’s NFL draft.

JUST BETWEEN US‌e Lamar Cardinals’ baseball team barely missed a sweep over Incarnate Word last weekend in Southland Conference action, losing Sunday 3-2 after crushing UIW 20-6 Friday and winning 31 on Saturday. e Cards (16-5 SLC and 31-11 overall) play at Rice today at 6:30 p.m. before taking on Southeastern Louisiana, the SLC leader, this weekend at Vincent-Beck Stadium in Beaumont.

A Turkey Vulture Does Not a Totem Pole Make While searching for an armed robbery suspect’s campsite, the Mount Pleasant Police SWAT team entered a ranch on which the suspect was believed to be hiding. e SWAT team discovered the hidden campsite and found drug paraphernalia and a dead turkey vulture staked to the ground with its wings spread apart like a totem pole ďŹ gure. e SWAT team didn’t ďŹ nd the suspect at the campsite, but they later found him at his girlfriend’s apartment. e girlfriend was arrested for harboring a felon. e following day, a Titus County game warden went to the campsite to seize the vulture as evidence. e warden researched the suspect, who did not have a hunting license, and found he had posted three photos of dead white-tailed deer on his Facebook account. e warden interviewed the suspect at the jail and identiďŹ ed two more suspects.

After taking statements from the other suspects, the warden issued citations for hunting under the license of another, allowing another to hunt under his license, no hunter education and untagged white-tailed deer.

Caught In the Act Bowie County game wardens apprehended an individual for trespassing and deer poaching after the landowner captured evidence on game trail cameras he had placed on his property last November after multiple tres-

passing incidents. e landowner forwarded photos of the suspect, his vehicle and a harvested white-tailed deer to game wardens. e landowner also had pictures of the suspect with a gun and deer stand walking on his property and of the suspect loading a deer into a truck. Several cases are pending against the individual, who does not have a hunting license.

Two Wrongs Don’t Make a Right A Red River County game warden got a call from a Clarksville police oďŹƒcer about a man with a deer in the bed of his truck. During the investigation, the warden discovered the young suspect had unintentionally hit the deer with his vehicle, circled back to pick it up and then taken it down the road and disposed of it illegally. e suspect then used the gearshift from his manual transmission to strike the deer over its head to kill it. After discussing what the young man should have done if he was worried about the deer suering or the meat going to waste, the warden issued citations and warnings for possessing white-tailed deer parts taken from a public roadway, illegal means and methods for taking game, possessing deer in closed season and untagged deer. e meat from the deer was salvaged and donated.

Aggravated Carjacking An Atascosa County game warden was returning from patrol when he heard a BOLO (be on the lookout) warning broadcast over the radio about an ag-

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4B • The Record • Week of Wednesday, May 4, 2016 Pictured, top row, from left- Haley Powell, Evvy Champagne, Coach Christi Wiegreffe, Kaylea Smith, Valerie Graham, Katelyn Green, Mia Simon, Whitleigh Moreau, Shay Fredeck, Austyn Daniels, Larae Mirabella, Adrienne Cunningham, Waverlee Cooper, Ashley Gerald, Destiny Block, Coach Renee Knuth and Chloe Huff. Bottom row: Cadence Underwood, Aubrey Moore, Kaelyn Smith, Courtney Ball, Mckenzie Jackson, Ruth Hamilton, Kyler Myers, Gabby Honeycutt and Natalie Varney

BCMS 7th graders district champs Bridge City Middle School would like to congratulate the 7th grade girls track team on becoming District Champs. is group of girls won all four of their track meets this season.

Highlights were:

First place: Katelyn  Green, pole vault; ďŹ rst place: Kaylen Smith, 2400; ďŹ rst place: Kaylea Smith, 100 and 200 dash; ďŹ rst place: Destiny Block, Kaylea Smith, Adrienne Cunningham and Aubrey Moore, 400 Relay; ďŹ rst place: Destiny Block, Whitleigh Moreau, Kyler Myers and Kaylen Smith, 1600 relay.

TPW adopts fish reg changes AUSTIN — e Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission today adopted a series of ďŹ shing regulation changes aecting bass and catďŹ sh in speciďŹ c fresh waters, and clarifying saltwater length limits on black drum and amberjack, and rules prohibiting snagging of ďŹ sh with pole-and-line. e changes to the 2016-17 Statewide Recreational and Commercial Fishing regulations take eect on September 1, 2016, and include: Modifying harvest regulations for largemouth bass on Lake Naconiche (Nacogdoches County)

from an 18-inch minimum length limit to a 16-inch maximum.

Modifying harvest regulations for smallmouth bass on Lake Meredith (Hutchinson, Moore, and Potter counties) from a 12to 15-inch slot and 3 per day bag to a 14-inch minimum length limit and 5 per day bag.

Modifying harvest regulations for channel and blue catďŹ sh bass on Lake Tawakoni (Hunt; Raines, and Van Zandt counties). e new proposal would remove the current 12-inch minimum length limit, but with a modiďŹ ed

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25 ďŹ sh daily bag (blues and channels combined). Within the 25 bag, only seven ďŹ sh could exceed 20 inches in length and of those seven ďŹ sh, only two could exceed 30 inches.

Modifying harvest regulations for largemouth bass on the Sabine River in Newton and Orange counties, and in Chambers, Galveston, JeďŹ&#x20AC;erson, and Orange counties. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;is proposal would reduce the minimum length limit for largemouth bass to 12 inches. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e daily bag limit would remain at ďŹ ve ďŹ sh in the four counties and at eight ďŹ sh for the Sabine River (same as limit for waters shared with Louisiana).

Modifying saugeye harvest regulations to remove the current 18-inch minimum length limit and change the daily bag limit from three to ďŹ ve, only two of which may be greater than 16 inches (same as walleye harvest regulations).

Clarifying the recreational maximum size limit for black drum is 30 inches, and the recreational minimum total length limit on greater amberjack is 38 inches to align with new federal regulations that utilize a diďŹ&#x20AC;erent measurement guideline.

Clarifying that snagging or foul hooking any ďŹ sh using poleand-line in fresh and salt water is prohibited.

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Bret Johns, Matt Purgahn, Shane Johns and Brad Rutledge of Team Mann Insurance placed first in the fourperson scramble of the Kiwanis â&#x20AC;&#x153;Glowâ&#x20AC;? Golf Tournament.

Night golf brings glow to Kiwanis An exciting night of golf took place on the greens of Sunset Grove Country Club for the 3rd Annual Kiwanis â&#x20AC;&#x153;Glowâ&#x20AC;? Golf Tournament on Saturday, April 23.

Bret Johns, Matt Purgahn, Shane Johns and Brad Rutledge of Team Mann Insurance placed ďŹ rst in the four-person scramble with an overall score of 61.

Two-time reigning champs, Team First Financial Bank, placed 2nd with a score of 65. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e First Financial Bank Team

included Curt Leger, Dale Dugas, Dennis Sparks and Jerrod Dugas.

Mike Hughes, Keith Robichau, Tommy Keraus and Ross Robichau of Team Superior Tire/R & P Employer Solutions placed 3rd with a score of 66.

One of the stars of the evening was young Mattie Purgahn, daughter of Matt and Jodi Purgahn, who competed in the golf pong game and impressed the crowd with her remarkable chip shot.

Warden gravated carjacking nearby. Dispatch told oďŹ&#x192;cers to be on the lookout for a suspect driving a beige vehicle allegedly headed toward Houston. About 20 minutes after the BOLO was broadcast, the vehicle was found in East Bexar County parked on the side of the road. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e warden made contact with three individuals who had stopped to help untie a woman near the car. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e warden took the female victim to safety and broadcast a description of the suspect, as told to him by the woman. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e victim said she was told at gunpoint to drive the suspect to Houston. When the suspect realized she did not have enough gas to get all the way there, he made her pull over and was then picked up by someone else. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e suspect tied the female up with nylon rope and bound a jacket around her head.

Several local, state and federal agencies are assisting with this ongoing investigation. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;is Game Warden Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Going Anywhere A game warden was contacted by a local business owner about a mule deer doe carcass that was dumped with the hindquarters and back straps removed near his property. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e warden responded to the dumpsite but did not ďŹ nd any incriminating evidence. He patrolled through a trailer park a few blocks away and found a back leg and some hide from the hindquarters of a doe outside one of the trailers.

After inspecting the bed of the pickup truck parked outside the trailer, in which he found blood and deer hair, the warden tried to make contact with the truckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owner, but no one answered the door of the trailer. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e warden parked his patrol truck beside the trailer and waiting about 10 minutes for the suspect, who, after realizing the warden wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going anywhere, ďŹ nally came

Mattie Purgahn competed in the golf pong game and wowed the crowd with her remarkable chip shot.

Continued from Page 3B outside. After a short interview, the warden determined the man was responsible for killing and dumping the mule deer. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e case has been ďŹ led and restitution has been paid.

Wardens Lend a Helping Hand Two Llano County game wardens put together a food drive for a family in need after a family member contacted one of the wardens. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e family member said they needed meat to feed their family of 15. Within days, the wardens delivered processed deer hamburger and steaks, cooked pulled pork, sausage, ďŹ sh and other items to stock the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freezer.

Caught In the Dark A Lee County game warden and a Burleson County warden checked on a tip they had received about people catching ďŹ sh with nets at the spillway of Lake Somerville after dark. At the spillway, they saw two diďŹ&#x20AC;erent groups keeping game ďŹ sh they had caught with cast nets. After making contact with both groups, the wardens seized 13 ďŹ sh and wrote multiple citations.

Missing Boaters Found Safe A Lee County game warden got a call about a missing boat that was last seen operating on Lake Somerville. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e boatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s occupants were already two hours late getting home. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e wind was blowing over 30 miles an hour that day, and the waves were over four feet. Working with the Lee County SheriďŹ&#x20AC; â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OďŹ&#x192;ce and the Burton Police Department, the warden found the missing boaters. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e high waves had caused the boat to take on water and sink, forcing the occupants to swim to shore. One of the occupants was taken to the hospital for hypothermia, but they were otherwise okay.

Clean Up, Clean Up, Everybody Clean Up A San Patricio County game warden, with help from Judge Duncan Neblett Jr. of Port Aransas and a TPWD coastal ďŹ sheries biologist, picked up 74 crab traps from the Light House Lakes and Kayak Trails near Port Aransas in RedďŹ sh Bay. Cases on the illegal traps are currently being investigated.

Catch and Release Four Aransas County game wardens apprehended two commercial oyster boats in Aransas Bay with 30 percent and 21 percent undersized loads of oysters, respectively. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ey found another commercial oyster boat in Copano Bay with a 26 percent undersized haul of oysters. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e wardens issued the captains of each boat a citation and returned 43 sacks of oysters to the water.

Darting through TraďŹ&#x192;c After nearly a year of investigation, Texas game wardens ďŹ led charges against a Comal County man for hunting an exotic animal from a public roadway without the landownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s consent. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e man allegedly shot a blackbuck antelope with a tranquilizer dart containing a controlled substance â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Telazol â&#x20AC;&#x201D; while purportedly attempting to steal the antelope from the Las Lomas gated community in Hays County. Several charges were ďŹ led against the individual, including three Class A misdemeanors (hunting an exotic animal from a public roadway, hunting an exotic animal without the expressed consent of the landowner, and possession of controlled substance penalty group 3) and one Class B misdemeanor (attempted theft of the blackbuck antelope). Charges are pending in Hays County District Attorney.

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Watch for motorcycles out there!

On average, a motorcyclist dies in a crash on Texas roads every day. To mark Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May – and to remember the 455 motorcyclists lost in crashes last year – the Texas Department of Transportation is launching its “Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles” campaign.

“Motorcycles can be difficult

to see so it’s important for drivers to look twice, especially before turning at intersections or changing lanes,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass.

“Motorcyclists are extremely vulnerable because they don’t have seat belts, airbags and surrounding steel doors to protect them.”

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Melanie Lee has been selected as a scholarship winner from Lamar State College – Orange by the Teachers of Tomorrow. Lee is pictured with her husband, Justin.

times more likely than car or truck occupants to be injured in a crash and 26 times more likely to be killed. Besides last year’s 455 fatalities, another 1,867 motorcyclists were seriously injured in 2015. About half of fatal motorcycle crashes result from a collision with a car or truck.

Drivers cite not seeing the motorcycle or misjudging how fast it is traveling as the reason for the collision.

Each year at the end of April, many Texas cities issue proclamations that observe May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. During this period, TxDOT’s “Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles” will make stops at baseball games and festivals in Texas communities where guests can participate in activities that highlight motorcycle safety. e campaign reminds drivers to: • Look twice for motorcycles, especially at intersections.

• Use turn signals when changing lanes.

• Check your mirrors before changing lanes.

• Don’t follow a motorcycle too closely.

• Always assume motorcycles are closer than they appear.

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The Stark Museum of Art is offering a special suite of programs just for Cub and Girl Scouts on Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Scouts and leaders who are in uniform will enter the Museum free of charge and the activities available will allow scouts to complete requirements for specific badges. An activity patch will be awarded for participation and everyone can enjoy the special exhibition, BUGS with their troop or den. Badges that can be earned: Girl and Cub Scouts can complete the requirement of visiting an art museum. Webelos can expect to participate in activities relating to the Into the Wild and Aware and Care badges.

Bears can expect to check off a requirement for the Roaring with Laughter badge. Wolves will learn about local wildlife on route to completing the Paws on the Path badge. Tigers will learn about abstract art and create their own in line with requirements for the Stories in Shape badge. Brownies can participate in the scavenger hunt in line with the Make a Game requirement for the A World of Girls skillbuilding badge. Juniors will learn drawing techniques and skills in line with requirements for the Artist Legacy National Proficiency badge. Cadettes will become Comic Artists in line with requirements for the Artist Legacy National Proficiency badge. Seniors can expect to explore a collage and create a unique work of their own in line with requirements for the Artist Legacy National Proficiency badge.

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Johnnie Hinson, a recent recipient of the Teachers of Tomorrow scholarship award is pictured here with her fiance, Jamie Nevill.

Scholarship winners picked by ‘Teachers of Tomorrow’ e Teachers of Tomorrow (TOT) organization at Lamar State College – Orange have selected two scholarship winners with presentations made at their annual spring banquet on April 14. e group includes Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) education majors. e sponsor of the group is long time educator Dorraine Babcock. Melanie Lee and Johnie Hinson, education majors, both received scholarships. e TOT organization scholarship co-winner, Melanie Lee, is past vice president and current president. She is a 1993 graduate of Redbank Valley Jr./Sr. High School in New Bethlehem, Pa. While in high school Melanie served as vice president of the Library Media Club. She plans on getting her bachelor’s degree in elementary education at Lamar University. Melanie and her husband, Justin Lee have four children, Louis Bazan, Jr., Izabella Lee, Alexander Lee and

Elizabeth Lee. Melanie is the daughter of Ruth Marie Spencer and James Kovach. e co-winner of the scholarship, Johnie Hinson, is a past historian for the TOT organization.

She graduated from Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School in 2007 where she was active in the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) organization. Hinson plans on obtaining her bachelor’s degree at Lamar University and eventually teach kindergarten.

She is the daughter of John Hinson and Susanna White. Johnie and her fiance, Jamie Nevill, have four children. ey are Aden Mitchell, Caleb Mitchell, Jacob Mitchell and Easton Nevill.

If anyone would like information about the TOT organization or the associate of arts in teaching degree plan, they can contact Suzonne Crockett, Education and Mathematics Division Director at Lamar State College – Orange at 882-3053.

BRIDGE CITY POLICE REPORT e Bridge City Police Department responded to the following calls from April 10 - April 16, 2016.

Sunday, April 10 • Disturbance in the 600 block of North Inwood.

• eft in the 700 block of Texas Avenue.

• Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle in the 10 block of Court Drive.

Monday, April 11 • Suspicious activity in the 100 block of Tenney.

• Disturbance in the 800 block of Center.

• Disturbance in the 3000 block of Texas Avenue.

• Disturbance in the 500 block of Shannons Way. • Disturbance in the 1000 block of Texas Avenue.

Tuesday, April 12 • Suspicious activity in the 1900 block of Texas Avenue.

• Disturbance in the 500 block of Shannons Way. • Suspicious activity in the 500 block of North John.

• Alarm in the 300 block of Bell.

• Suspicious activity in the 500 block of Lake.

• Disturbance in the 100 block

of Charles.

• Suspicious activity in the 200 block of Rose Street.

Wednesday, April 13 • Burglary in the 1500 block of Texas Avenue.

• Animal call in the 700 block of West Roundbunch.

• Disturbance in the 100 block of Hazel.

• Alarm in the 300 block of Texas Avenue.

• Suspicious activity in the 700 block of Texas Avenue. ursday, April 14 • Suspicious person in the 1500 block of Texas Avenue.

• Assist other agency in the 300 block of Holly.

• eft in the 3100 block of Texas Avenue.

• Disturbance in the 100 block of Pine.

Friday, April 15 • Assist other agency in the 1700 block of Texas Avenue.

• Alarm in the 2400 block of Texas Avenue.

• Assist other agency in the 5400 block of Highlander.

• Disturbance in the 900 block of Dugas.

Saturday, April 16 • Welfare check in the 1500 block of Texas Avenue.

Cheddar Chicken Artichoke Melts

Fruit Pizza EVY’S CAJUN KITCHEN Evelyn Brandon e Record e first time my mama asked me if I wanted to try some fruit pizza, I thought she had surely gone off the deep end. All I could picture was traditional pizza with fruit on it. I wasn’t having any of it; I think my exact words were “ewww, that’s nasty.” e she showed it to me and of course, I had to try it, because I love fruit and anything with cream cheese. Naturally, I fell in love with it. is is a great after school snack. It keeps the kids eating healthy and it certainly is a fun dish! It’s also a great dessert for a covered dish luncheon or any other function. e possibilities are endless on the kinds fruits you can add to it as well. I would like to try it with blackberries and raspberries. But use your imagination and make it your very own creation. I think you’ll like it.

Bon appétit!

Fruit Pizza 1 16.5 ounce roll Pillsbury refrigerated sugar cookies

1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 2 kiwifruit, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 cup halved or quartered fresh strawberries 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 1 cup grapes 1 small can drained mandarin oranges 1/2 cup apple jelly Heat oven to 350. Spray pizza pan with cooking spray. Spread cookie dough out and press into pizza pan to form crust. Bake 1620 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 30 minutes, or until crust is cool to the touch.

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Spread mixture over cooled crust. Arrange fruit over cream cheese. Stir jelly until smooth, brush over fruit. Refrigerate until chilled - usually about an hour. Cut into pie shaped wedges and serve cold.

Remember to refrigerate any leftovers.

NANCY’S KITCHEN Nancy McWhorter e Record e weather is just too hot to spend much time in the kitchen so I eat a lot of sandwiches in the summer. I like to keep a variety of different flavored sliced cheeses in my refrigerator. is KEEPER recipe was taken from a plastic bag of Sargento Deli Style Sliced Sharp Cheddar Cheese.

My sister-in-law, Ava McWhorter and I both like recipes that include artichokes hearts. As soon as I read the recipe, I knew she would like it so I invited her to join me for an evening meal. For accompaniment, I served slices of watermelon. e sandwich is so tasty, I just had to share it with the Record. *I found the instructions a bit confusing so I have included the way I prepared the sandwiches.

Cheddar Chicken Artichoke Melts 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 1 (6 oz.) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained, finely chopped 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise 2 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion

1 Tbsp. Dijon or grainy mustard (I used the Dijon) 8 slices sourdough bread or rye bread (I used rye), lightly toasted 8 slices Sargento Deli Style Sliced Sharp Cheddar cheese, diagonally cut in half Combine chicken, artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, onion, and mustard; mix well. Spread mixture evenly over toast; top with cheese. Bake in preheated 375� oven until hot and cheese is melted, about 6 minutes. Top with remaining toast.

Prep time: 10 minutes. Bake time: 6 minutes serves: 4 *Prepare the mixture as directed in original instructions. In my toaster oven, I lightly toasted two slices of the rye bread. I then evenly spread the chicken mixture on those two slices of toasted bread, topped each piece of the toast with a slice of the Cheddar cheese and baked them in the preheated oven for 6 minutes. While these were toasting in the oven, I fully toasted 2 more slices of the rye bread in my toaster oven. I removed the cheese toast from the oven and topped each with the toasted bread from the toaster oven.

6B • The Record • Week of Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Haynes joins City of Orange Hillary Haynes has been appointed as the new Social Media Coordinator for the City of Orange effective April 4. Haynes is an Orangefield High School graduate and holds an Associate of Science in Business from Lamar State College-Orange as well as a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Marketing from Lamar University. Haynes’ previous work experience includes marketing for IBEW Community Federal Credit Union in Beaumont and Heather MontagneState Farm Insurance in Orange. “e City of Orange is pleased with the appointment of Hillary Haynes in the newly created position of Social Media Coordinator. Her educational credentials and marketing experience will serve the city well as staff works

Hillary Haynes to have more of a presence from a social media perspective,” says Jay Trahan, Assistant City Manager for the City of Orange.

“I appreciate this opportunity to be appointed as the Social Media Coordinator for the City of Orange. is career gives me the opportunity to use my creativity from a social networking standpoint while connecting with those in the community. My immediate goal is to maximize community awareness through the Web by sharing information through city social media sites. I am excited about the City moving forward with Facebook and other social media platforms, and I look forward to working with City staff to make it informative and beneficial for residents and visitors,” says Haynes.

Haynes may be contacted at the Orange CVB office at 883-1010 or by email at hhaynes@orangetx.org.

BC Library awarded grants The Bridge City Public Library has recently been awarded two grant towards its expansion project. e Tocker Foundation of Austin has awarded the Bridge City Public Library a grant for the building addition for a total of $49,678.85. e grant will be used for shelving and furniture in the new addition. e City of Bridge City is in the process of getting the building ready to take down the wall separating the current library from the new addition.

In addition to the Tocker Foundation, the Ladd and Katherine Hancher Library Foundation awarded the Library $11,300 toward the flooring in the new addition. e Hancher Foundation is based in Columbus, Texas and bases its contri-

K’Lynn Ess butions on the level of educational contribution to the community.

Linda Dubose, the Friends of

the Library’s president, states that she is excited that the new section which includes a new children’s room, will soon be ready for the public. e Friends have been seeking funding for the addition for the past 10 years.

“It’s so exciting to see our efforts come to be realized ” Linda stated. “We are so grateful to the Tocker Foundation for enabling us to purchase shelving in the new children’s room and furniture throughout the rest of the addition.”

K’Lynn Ess, the children’s librarian, says that funds are still being sought through raffles and auctions at the library. “We are now having a silent auction with a Disney figurine of Elsa,” she said. “Come by the Library and see what we have to offer.”

Debris cleanup still ongoing Breanna Mays and Malachi Dumas were unable to attend the gala due to a conflict with the LCJH Eighth Grade Banquet. All four students will be recognized during the May 9, Board of Trustees regular meeting.

Students do the ‘write thing’ Eli Hughes and Faith Stanley from MMS were both finalists in the “Do the Write ing” challenge. In the photo they are on either side of their teacher, Julie Pelt, and Judge Randy Shelton at the DTWT gala.

Students from both Mauriceville Middle and Little Cypress Junior High Schools were

recognized for their essays in the 2016 Do the Write ing Challenge. e contest, which takes place all across America, encourages students to rise to the challenge of doing something to end violence among young people.

Seventh graders Eli Hughes and Faith Stanley from MMS were finalists and Faith’s essay is

going to the State Contest for judging. Faith will also be invited to a summer institute at Lamar University because of her accomplishment. LCJH students are Malachi Dumas and Breanna Mays, both eighth graders. eir teachers are Julie Pelt, MMS and Stephanie Lyons, LCJH. e Challenge gives middle and junior high school students an opportunity to examine the impact of violence on their lives and communicate in writing what they think should be done to change the culture of violence.

Personal responsibility is emphasized. By encouraging students to make personal commitments to do something about the problem, the program ultimately seeks to give them the opportunity to break the cycles of violence in their homes, schools and neighborhoods.

e City of Orange has begun picking up damaged debris as of Monday, April 4, in areas within the city where homes were affected by the recent Sabine River flooding. is service will continue to run for an additional 30 days to give citizens in the City of Orange who were affected by rising water more than a single opportunity to have damaged materials and debris removed.

Any flood related materials that citizens may want removed from the area must be separated into four distinct categories.

FEMA requirements for separation of debris and damaged material are as follows: C&D Pilesconstruction and demolition

materials; Green Waste Pilestree limbs, branches and cuttings; White Goods- refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, etc. and finally, Hazardous Waste- paints, household chemicals, etc. e City of Orange Office of Emergency Management would

like to remind the citizens of Orange that all debris to be removed must be separated into their proper piles and placed curbside no later than Friday, June 3.

If you have any questions, please call 883-1900 for further assistance.

Nudd at BCMS top in sales with recent fundraiser Bridge City Middle School students, along with its PTA recently sold boxes of World’s Finest Chocolate as the annual fundraiser.

Students were very willing to participate, with monies earned supporting student education and incentive activities.

Total profits exceeded $6000, with help from this year’s top seller, sixth grader, Ayden Nudd.

Buy Classified 409-735-5305

Carly Garrett, an 8th grade student at BC Middle School, recently had her art work chosen for a festival t-shirt design. Her artwork from the Stark Museum’s Buggin’ Out Art Exhibit was chosen as this year’s EcoFest t-shirt for Shangri La. The t-shirt will be on sale at Shangri-La later this month.

Also congratulations to Marc Story. His Buggin’ Out artwork was chosen to be published as the cover of Shangri La’s class catalog. Marc’s artwork also achieved a Merit Award at the Stark Museum’s juried show, along with Kaitlyn Lawrence, Ashlyn Dunigan, and Sam Carpenter. This was the highest honor awarded, and the Bridge City Middle School art students swept the category.

• The Record • Week of Wednesday, May 4, 2016 7B

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

Mother’s Day Sunday Staff Report-For The Record It started in Rome and became a United States national holiday less that 100 years ago.

You may think it was all started by Hallmark in an effort to sell cards, but that’s not the case at all. Mother’s Day dates back to the ancient Romans and made its way to the United States in the early 1900’s and finally became a national holiday in 1914.

The earliest tributes to Mother’s Day date back to the annual spring festival the Greeks dedicated to Rhea, the mother of many deities and to the offerings ancient Romans made to their Great Mother of Gods, Cybele. Christians celebrated a Mother’s Day of sorts during a festival on the fourth Sunday in Lent in honor of Mary, mother of Christ. In England the holiday was expanded to include all mothers.

It was then called Mothering Sunday.

In the United States it started with one woman named Anna Jarvis. Jarvis was an Appalachian homemaker and she organized a day to raise awareness of poor health conditions of her community. She thought the day would be best advocated by mothers and called the day “Mother’s Work Day.” When Anna Jarvis died in 1905 her daughter, also named Anna, began a campaign to memorialize the life work of her mother. Anna remembered that her mother said there were many days dedicated to men but not for mothers. Anna then began to lobby the politicians of the time to support a day dedicated to mothers. Anna Jarvis talked to many politi-

cians including Presidents Taft and Roosevelt hoping they would support her campaign.

Jarvis organized a church service to celebrate her mother in 1908 and Anna handed our white carnations to those in attendance because the white carnation was her mother’s favorite flower. Anna Jarvis’ hard work to pay off five years after that service in 1913. The House of Representatives adopted a resolution calling for officials of the federal government to wear white carnations on the day many began calling Mother’s Day, the second Sunday in May. Finally on May 8, 1914 President Woodrow Wilson signed a joint Resolution designating the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day. “Now, Therefore, I, Woodrow Wilson, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Joint Resolution, do hereby direct the government officials to display the United States flag on all government buildings and do invite the people of the United States to display the flag at their homes or other spottable places on the second Sunday in May as a public expression of our love and reverence for the mothers of our country.”

That was the first official Mother’s Day and the tradition carries on to this day. In fact, Mother’s day has flourished in the United States. The second Sunday in May has become the most popular day of the year to dine out and telephone lines record their highest traffic, as sons and daughters everywhere take advantage of this day to honor and to express appreciation of the mothers.

A Prayer For Mothers God our Creator, we pray: for new mothers, coming to terms with new responsibility ; for expectant mothers, wondering and waiting; for those who are tired, stressed or depressed; for those who struggle to balance the tasks of work and family; for those who are unable to feed their children due to poverty; for those whose children have physical, mental or emotional disabilities; for those who have children they do not want; for those who raise children on their own; for those who have lost a child; for those who care for the children of others; for those whose children have left home; and for those whose desire to be a mother has not been fulfilled.

Bless all mothers, that their love may be deep and tender, and that they may lead their children to know and do what is good, living not for themselves alone, but for God and for others.

Amen.

Benefit scheduled to help church damaged in flood

Maple Crest Baptist Church to host Fathers Day Car Show

There will be a benefit garage sale for the Pocket Community Church Saturday, May 7, from 9 am-3 pm, in the parking lot of the New Anointing Church, 10681 N. Hwy. 87, Orange.

There will be household goods, pictures, VHS tapes, purses and miscellaneous items. Most of the clothes will be priced .25 each.

There will also be dinners served for $5 each. They will include, links, drink, chips and dessert, as well as a cake sale.

All proceeds will benefit the church which was damaged in the recent flooding in March.

Donations may be made to any Wells Fargo Bank, worldwide, or to Pocket Church ℅ Edgar Hennigan, account number 1204780595.

There will be a car show from 9 am-3 pm, at the Maple Crest Baptist Church, 1005 North St., Vidor, June 18. Lunch will be served at 12:30 in the gym.

Entry fees will be $15. Classes will be Best of Show, Best Rat Rod, Best Unfinished, Best Truck and Best Car. Each entry will receive a free meal.

The event is co-hosted by Southeast Texas Vintage Cruisers.

For more information, contact David at 673-7016 or Barron at 223-9152.

BC/OF Ministerial Alliance to host prayer event There will be a gathering at the Bridge City Park Pavilion, Corner of Roundbunch and Parkside for the National Day Of Prayer, Thursday, May 5, at 11:30 am. The community is invited to join as we pray for our elected leaders, community and nation.The event is sponsored by the Bridge City/Orangefield Ministerial Alliance.

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

Wednesday Evening: Youth & Children 6 p.m.

Adult Prayer Service 6:00 p.m.

Pastor: Tommy Anthony

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

mcdonaldmemorialbaptistchurch.com

Faith Baptist Church of West Orange

Faith United Methodist Church

Pastor: Michael Procella

Pastor Barbara Robberson Sunday Morning Worship 10:50 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Nursury Provided Wednesday

608 Dayton St. - 409-886-4167

Sunday Service 11 a.m. Wednesday Service 6 p.m.

Email: fbcofwo@gmail.com

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

Wedensday evening 7 p.m.

Pastor: G.K. Samual Assistant Pastor: Joseph Samuel

Come as you are!

8608 MLK• Orange • 886-1333

Harvet Chapel

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

Wednesday Night Service: 6 p.m.

Pastor: Ruth Logan Burch

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGEFIELD 9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield 409.735.3113

Sun: Bible Study 9:15 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Evening Worship 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday evening serviceS: Youth and Children 6:30 p.m., Praise and Prayer 6:30 p.m., Choir practice 7:30 p.m.

Pastor Cody Hogden Email: office@fbcof.com / Website: www.fbcof.com

St. Paul United Methodist Church

1155 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409.735.5546 Sunday Morning Worship Experience: 8:15 a.m., Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Sunday worship 10:45 a.m. (Nursery provided).

For middle and senior high youth 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Taize’ service for children 6:30 p.m. “Kids For Christ” Wednesday 6 p.m.-7 p.m. For information on pre-school enrollment 409-735-5546 Rev. Mark Bunch Email: office@stpaulfamily.org

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

Celebration Service in Praise Center 9 a.m. Sunday School (All ages) 10 a.m. Worship in Sanctuary 11 a.m.; UMYF & Kids 5 p.m.

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

www.fumcorange.com

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH 945 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 735-4523

Worship Services: Tradition 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15 a.m., Contemorary Service 11 a.m., Monday ‘Compassionate Friends’ 7 p.m., Wednesday ‘Compassionate Friends’ 10 a.m.

Pastor Paul Zoch 409-988-3003 Our congregation welcomes the community to join us for all our services. We are a friendly, caring church of the future.

Orange First Church of the Nazarene 3810 MLK Drive, Orange

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

Home Group 6 p.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Wesley United Methodist Church

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

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

Bible Study Wednesday 6 p.m.

www.orangewesley.org

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

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

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Nursury Provided

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

Interim Pastor Rev. Lynn Ashcroft Sunday schedule: Bible study 9:15 a.m., Celebration service 10:30 a.m., Youth bible study, dicipleship classes 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m. Children’s activities.

COWBOY CHURCH

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

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

Come as you are! Boots and hats welcome!

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West Orange Christian Church

900 Lansing Street • West Orange • 882-0018 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Wedensday evening 6 p.m.

Pastor: Kurtis Moffitt

COLLISION SPECIALIST

“Our church family welcomes you!”

19805 Highway 62 • 735-7126

www.westorangechurch.org

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May 4, 2016

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of MICHELLE DENISE ANDERSON Deceased, were issued on February 5, 2016, in Cause No. P17407, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: BENNY ANDERSON. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Benny Anderson 610 Alexander Lane Bridge City , TX 77611 DATED the 29th day of April, 2016

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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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JAN’S LAWN CARE

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SAT., 2654 NORMAN CIR., ORG. (77630} off Hwy 105 between Hwys 62 and 87, 7 till noon.

Yard and house things!

Large beautiful pictures, mice wood CD cabinet, all sizes of nice men’s T-shirts, misc.

May 7, 8-12. Mens, Womens clothes, toys, baby items, jenny linn white crib w/ mat, safari crib set, nautical crib set, misc. home items.

For Rent - 2919 Byley 4/1.5 Fenced yard.

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Lawn Person Needed: Duties include mowing, trimming, blowing, and pulling weeds as asked. Only the serious need apply. Call 409886-7223

HOMES FOR RENT

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SAT., 10681 N. hWY 87, ORG. (77632), in the Pocket Church parking lot,9 till 3. sale and benefit for Pocket Community Church. LOts of good stuff! Also drinks, links, and cake sale!

THURS FRI & SAT 8am-2pm, 200 Rachal Bridge City 77611.

Tires, Clothes. Fill a bag $5. Too much to list.

L-C-M Orange 6303 Tanglebrush Trail Sat.

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 2004 JH Performance Vin#E404 Owed $1318.63 1994 Chrysler Vin#5579 Owed $779.45 1999 Honda Accord Vin#0678 Owed $1152.00 2003 Chevy Astrovan Vin#8862 Owed $603.65

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The Record • WEEK OF WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2016 9B

Entertainment Southeast Texas

By Tommy Mann Jr. The Record

Fair weather has arrived and there are plenty of great opportunities to get outside and enjoy quality events and festivals, as well as live music, which can be found across the region in the normal outlets as well. Visit www.localmusicguide.net or on Facebook for information on artists and locations on venues.

Wednesday, May 4 Pug Johnson @ Bar Local Lee Pelly @ Buffalo Wild Wings - Bmt Heart and Soul @ The Boudain Hut Jimmy Kaiser @ Cafe Del Rio John and Thomas Teague @ The Capri Club Chester Daigle @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Jason Stringer @ Luke’s Icehouse Beaumont Chinatown @ Rush Lounge Tim Burge @ Tradewinds Tavern Thursday, May 5 Jerry Mullin @ Bar Local Zach Gonzalez @ The Bayou Cafe #2 Swagger @ Blue Martini Heart and Soul @ The Boudain Hut David Joel @ Cafe Del Rio The Katelyn Johnson Band @ Caribbean Cove Dead or Alive @ Dylan’s Bryan Trahan @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Skeeter Jones Trio @ Good Times Pub Jimmy Kaiser @ The Grill Katie and The Draw @ Katherine and Company Rob Copeland and Company @ La Cantina - PA Brian Kalinec and Jim Jones @ The Logon Cafe

Bronco Jr. @ Luke’s Icehouse Beaumont Tyler Darby @ Luke’s Icehouse Mid County Sensamotion, Inner Gee @ Luna Live BB and Company @ Mackenzie’s Pub Kollider Unplugged @ Madison’s The Cadillacs @ Orange VFW Hall JAG @ Rancho Grande Chinatown @ Rush Lounge The Kings of Mojo @ Sawdust Saloon Buffalo Paws @ Tacos La Bamba - Bmt David Lee Kaiser @ Tradewinds Tavern Strategy @ White Horse Bar and Grill Friday, May 6 Creedence Clearwater Revisited @ Golden Nugget Casino Wayne Toups, Curtis Braly, Haley Comeaux @ Texas Crab Festival - Crystal Beach Swagger @ Blue Martini Creole Cookin’ @ The Boudain Hut Rainy Kimbrough and Erik Ellington @ The Boudain Hut North The Bogarts @ Cafe Del Rio David Joel Band @ Caribbean Cove Keith Kire @ Cecil’s Rock Alley @ Cotton’s Cay Tim Burge and The Reckoning @ Dylan’s Bryan Trahan @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar The Kings of Mojo @ The Embers Club City Heat @ Gator Lounge Lee Pelly @ Hardheads Old Trick @ Honky Tonk Texas Ward, Bowen and Steinman @ The Logon Cafe Reagan Kendle @ Luke’s Icehouse Beaumont

Alex Rozell @ Luke’s Icehouse Mid County Oh Rhein, Viridian, Black Rain Rebellion @ Luna Live Mixx Fixxer @ Mackenzie’s Pub American Kids @ Madison’s Wayne Cook @ New York Pizza & Pasta - Calder Ave. Rick Danna @ New York Pizza & Pasta - Neches St. Curse and the Cure @ Pine Tree Lodge Total Strangers, Bantam Foxes, Hello Nomad @ The Red Room Chinatown @ Rush Lounge Bryce Shaver @ Sartin’s West Peace and the Chaos, Socially Awkward, Chalkline Empire @ Texas Rose Saloon Danny Dillon and Old Union Southern @ White Horse Bar and Grill Carlos Castellanos, Courtney Hale Revia @ WinnieStowell Park Saturday, May 7 Paul Anka @ Golden Nugget Casino Mark Chesnutt, Derek Spence, The Chris Brade Band, Andy and the Dreamsicles, Drugstore Gypsies @ Texas Crab Festival - Crystal Beach Kenny and the Klassics, Pea Patch Orchestra, Mama Earl and Jagged, Bayou Sound, Bigg Redd, Longneck Road, Jerry Mullin @ Boys Haven Crawfish, Food & Music Festival Parkdale Mall Swagger @ Blue Martini Creole Cookin’ @ The Boudain Hut Center Stage @ Cafe Del Rio Curse and the Cure @ The Capri Club Herbie Stutes and the Grand Shin Band @ Caribbean Cove Zach Gonzalez @ Cecil’s Hear N Ade, Vection, Pulse Rate Zero @ The Center Stage

Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Local classic rock and southern rock outfit Mixx Fixxer, featuring Wes Day, at left, and Dickey Woodard, will perform at Mackenzie’s Pub in Beaumont on Friday night for ages 21 and older. Admission is $7 at the door.

T-Broussard @ Chocolate City - Orange Louis Adams Band @ Dylan’s Bryan Trahan @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar City Heat @ Gator Lounge Cody Schaeffer, Half Man, Red Feather Tribe @ The Logon Cafe Ryan Rosson @ Luke’s Icehouse Beaumont Caylan Daughrity @ Luke’s Icehouse Mid County The Tugboats @ Luna Live The Ruxpins, Jefferson Revival @ Madison’s A Night Like This (The Cure tribute), The Gentleman Commoners (The Smiths tribute) @ My Place American Pub Tin Pan Alley @ Pine Tree Lodge Press 1 for English @ Rush Lounge

Lee Pelly @ Stingaree Down Under Buggaboo @ Texas Ave Tavern Julian Primeaux, The Burnpile @ Texas Rose Saloon Crossroads, John Cessac and The Outlaws, Courtney Hale Revia @ Vidor VFW Hall Crossroads @ White Horse Bar and Grill Sunday, May 8 Jerry Diaz and Hanna’s Reef, Bris “Cool Breeze” Crider, Haley Comeau @ Texas Crab Festival - Crystal Beach Honey Jar @ 171 Junction Roadhouse Tim Burge @ The Boudain Hut North Rusty Yates @ The Country Club at Golden Nugget Casino The Kings of Mojo @ The Hole

Chester and Jairus Daigle @ Jack Daniels Bar and Grill Ken Marvel Band @ Jefferson County Singles Club Bayou Sounds @ Pine Tree Lodge Wayne Cook @ Pompano Club Monday, May 9 Stacy Bearden @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Tuesday, May 10 Caleb Williams @ Dylan’s Kevin Lambert @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Pug Johnson and Zach Gonzalez @ Madison’s Kris Harper and Matt Moss @ Rush Lounge Tim Burge @ Tradewinds Tavern

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, May 4, 2016

TPWD Taking Public Comment on Proposed Deer Movement Rules

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is taking public comment on proposed rules that would implement the department’s comprehensive chronic wasting disease (CWD) management plan with respect to the artificial movement of deer under TPWD permits, including Triple T (trap, transfer and transplant), DMP (deer management permit), TTP (trap, transport and process) and deer breeder.

Current deer movement rules (proposed for repeal) were intended to function on a temporary basis for the 201516 deer season and the period immediately thereafter. As stated in previous rulemakings and numerous press releases,

TPWD’s intent was to review the current rules following the hunting season and, based on additional information from ongoing epidemiological investigations, disease surveillance data collected from captive and free ranging deer herds, guidance from the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) and input from stakeholder groups, present proposed changes to the TPW Commission at the May 25-26 commission meeting for possible adoption.

To ensure that the concerns and interests of all stakeholders were fully understood and considered, TPWD engaged the Center for Public Policy Dispute Resolution at the University of Texas School of Law

to provide facilitation services for the spectrum of interested groups, including landowners and land managers, hunters, veterinarians, wildlife enthusiasts, deer breeders, TAHC and TPWD. The facilitator’s official report is available on TPWD’s website http://tpwd. texas.gov/huntwild/wild/diseases/cwd/ .

In addition to the facilitated process, the proposed new rules are also a result of extensive cooperation between TPWD and TAHC to protect susceptible species of exotic and native wildlife from CWD. TAHC is the state agency authorized to manage any disease or agent of transmission for any disease that affects livestock, exotic

livestock, domestic or exotic fowl, regardless of whether the disease is communicable, even if the agent of transmission is an animal species that is not subject to the jurisdiction of TAHC. Proposed rules are available for review in the April 22, 2016 issue of the Texas Register http://sos.state.tx.us/texreg/ pdf/backview/0422/0422is. pdf and public comment may be made online at http://tpwd. texas.gov/business/feedback/ public_comment/ , in writing to TPWD Public Comment/ Wildlife, 4200 Smith School Rd., Austin, TX 78744 or in person at the same address during the TPW Commission meeting on May 26 at 9 a.m.