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Week of Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Nativity scene highlights court Tommy Mann Jr. For The Record

After hours of specially called meetings and the review of numerous applications, Orange County has a new human resources director.

Orange County Commissioners met Tuesday afternoon in a regular session to discuss a variety of topics. One of the leading items on the agenda was the possible hiring of a new human resources director for the county.

The previous human resources director, Minnie Hightower, resigned from her posi-

tion earlier this fall and left to take a position “in the private sector,” according to Orange County Judge Brint Carlton.

“We received Carlton 10 applications for this position,” Cartlton said. “And we reviewed all of them extensively, and, after discussing several of the candidates, we believe Lori Ardoin is best suited for the position.”

Ardoin currently works in the Orange County Sheriff’s

Office as a human resources specialist and will take over as director of Human Resources for Orange County very soon.

“I’m really looking forward to this opportunity,” Ardoin said after the announcement.

“I’m excited to get started and I look forward to doing this for the next several years. I just can’t thank Sheriff (Keith) Merritt enough, or my husband, Joel (Ardoin), for supporting me.”

In other news, commissioners discussed whether or not to continue funding the Orange County Economic Develop-

ment Corporation from Jan. 1, 2016 through the end of the fiscal year, which is Sept. 30, 2016.

According to Judge Carlton, the executive committee could hire a new executive director of the Orange County EDC as early as Wednesday, Dec. 16, during a public meeting of the executive group.

“We hope to have more success and build upon what our EDC has already accomplished,” Carlton explained.

“Bobby Fillyaw (outgoing EDC

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Shirley Roccaforte is seen here with her husband Mayor Kirk Roccaforte during the Bridge City Chamber Commerce “Celebrity Roast” held in the mayor’s honor. The event took place on October 22. Mrs. Roccaforte passed away at her home on Monday.

PHOTO: Chris Slaughter

BC mourns loss of Shirley Roccaforte

Tommy Mann Jr. For The Record

The woman affectionately known as the “First Lady of Bridge City” has died.

Shirley Roccaforte, wife of Mayor Kirk Roccaforte and a business owner in Bridge City, passed away Monday morning at her home. She was 67.

Shirley, although the wife of an elected official, was equally well known in her own right for her strong sense of fairness, her “straightforward” opinion, love of animals, sense of humor and colorful vocabulary.

One of Shirley’s closest friends is Bonnie Burgess, the former Mayor of Bridge City and friend of nearly 40 years.

“I didn’t see her everyday or talk to her everyday, but we could pick up the phone any-

time and it was just like it always was with us,” Burgess said. “That’s true friendship.

It’s still kind of hard to believe that she’s gone. She was just such a remarkable person.”

Burgess accepted Shirley for who she was, as did most people, which was one of the qualities that made her so unique.

“I had a party one time, a long time ago, with a lot of my female friends,” Burgess explained as she started laughing. “I had to warn them in advance about her. I said, ‘I’m not apologizing for her. Just don’t be surprised and don’t take offense to how she talks.

It’s just how she is.’ And everyone accepted that once they got to know her.

“She had choice pet names for everybody too,” Burgess

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The Orangefield Christmas Parade was held on Saturday, December 12, 2015. The parade traveled down 105 through Orangefield. The parade was organized by Wendee Jenkins. Several student organizations, including the high school band, Sophisticats, cheerleaders, and Ag programs marched in the parade. Many community businesses and volunteers contributed to making the parade a success.

RECORD PHOTO: Jennifer Clarke

Season of giving is all year for local soup kitchen Debby Schamber For The Record

Christmas is known as the season of giving, but one local soup kitchen is the recipient of gifts throughout the year.

Sometimes the gifts may be of someone’s time, food items among other things. But, each is still valuable nonetheless.

“The Christmas season celebrates the life of our Savior and the principles He taught and the sacrifice which is our heritage,” said Glenda Lucia, of the soup kitchen at St. Mary’s Church. “We are so blessed and we should want to pay it forward.”

The soup kitchen at St. Mary’s began about 40 years ago by Rosalie Lakin. For the last nine years, Johnny and

Glenda Lucia have devoted their time and efforts. They do things such as the grocery shopping and planning the meals.

About an average of 125 people line up outside the doors on Wednesday ready for the hot meal. On other days they go to other area churches. For some this is the only meal they will have that day. The Lucias don’t see this as a chore, but the opportunity to help someone.

Not only do they serve deli-

cious food prepared with love, but the people who go there are greeted with a smile and made to feel welcome.

“We are one of the few soup kitchens who through the ministry counsel people less fortunate,” Glenda Lucia said. “Part of the giving spirit is giving without judging them.”

But, they could not do it without volunteers and donations. The wonderful volunteers come from all of the area churches and businesses. Some

Betty Harmon and Cecil Broom of the Mardi Gras Krewe da Bayou gives a check to Johnny and Glenda Lucia of the St. Mary Soup Kitchen. The Mardi Gras Krewe da Bayou gives an annual donation so needed items can be purchased. This year they also gave a donation to the Rainbow Room. Also pictured is Alysa Camp, Doyle Perkins, Angie Vincent, Pat McCall, Gary Hale and Mary Lou Lanning.

RECORD PHOTO: Debby Schamber

volunteers are retired while others volunteer their time outside of their job.

First Financial Bank has been a dedicated contributor for a while. They initially started a project six years ago to collect canned goods and help serve the food. But over the years, it has changed. Now every Wednesday they bring all kinds baked goods such as cookies and cakes to be served.

The delectable desserts are a welcome treat.

Also there to help are the students from St. Mary’s School. Students from the Honor Society and Student Council go to the soup kitchen and give up their own lunch time to help others. Other St.

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Julie Rogers ‘Gift of Life’ recognizes BBVA Compass thank (Gift of Life) for what you do. We want to support causes such as this when we can.”

According to its official website, The Julie Rogers “Gift of Life” Program was established in Beaumont, Texas, in 1994 by Regina Rogers as a tribute to her mother, Julie, a breast cancer survivor, who had a double mastectomy in 1988 and who died following complications from a stroke and heart attack in 1998. Originally dedicated to providing free mammograms for medically underserved women, in the past twelve years, the organization’s services have multiplied and the agency has grown into one The Julie Rogers “Gift of Life” Program recognized its community of the largest cancer screening partner, BBVA Compass, during a special luncheon event Thursday initiatives of its type in the at Baptist Hospital Orange. Pictured, from left to right, are Norma state of Texas.

Sampson, Julie Rogers “Gift of Life” Program; Todd Senters and In 2000, the “Gift of Life” Becky Trahan, Baptist Hospital Orange; Will Leonard, BBVA Combroadened its breast cancer pass, Lana Thibodeaux, BBVA Compass; Regina Rogers, Julie Rogmission to include prostate ers “Gift of Life” Program; and Christi Moerbe, BBVA Compass. cancer, offering free screenings RECORD PHOTO: Tommy Mann Jr. and educational presentations started, Orange has been one for men.

Tommy Mann Jr. of the cornerstones of our sysRogers, a well-known philanFor The Record tem and BBVA is a big part of thropist and community activthat.” ist across Southeast Texas, was A local financial institution According to a press release on hand Thursday also. was recognized for its commu- prepared by the “Gift of Life” “Orange has always been nity support and partnership Program, BBVA Compass, the very important to us,” Rogers with a renowned regional agen- fourth largest bank in Texas, said to the crowd in attency during a special event has annually supported the dance. “It’s always had a special Thursday.

“Gift of Life” Women’s Health place in our heart. And the The Julie Rogers “Gift of Program since 2000. support of BBVA means so Life” Program held a special This program provides un- much to us, and the communiluncheon event Thursday compensated healthcare ser- ty as well.” morning at Baptist Hospital vices through seven counties in Todd Senters, Service Line Orange as a show of gratitude Southeast Texas, which in- Administrator of Baptist Hosto the BBVA Compass branch cludes the provision of free pitals of Southeast Texas, in Orange for its support of the clinical breast exams, mam- praised “Gift of Life” for its efagency’s efforts to save lives. mograms and diagnostic test- forts to save lives and BBVA “BBVA Compass of Orange ing, when needed.

Compass for its support of the has been a long-time supporter Will Leonard, Beaumont city agency’s mission. of our initiatives,” said Normal president of BBVA Compass, “Baptist Hospitals partnerSampson, director of Julie Rog- was humbled by the director’s ship with ‘Gift of Life’ goes ers “Gift of Life” Program. “The remarks and gratitude. back a couple of decades, and ‘Gift of Life’s’ sustainability is “It’s an honor to support a their reach goes beyond what dependent upon such support- program like the ‘Gift of Life,’” we can do here in a brick and ers. Every since the ‘Gift of Life’ Leonard said. “And I want to mortar facility,” Senters ex-

Soup kitchen Mary groups who make donations are the St. Mary Catholic Daughters, Knights of Columbus and the Altar Society.

In addition, the students and staff from Lamar State CollegeOrange collect canned goods and clothing for donation purposes. But, not to be outdone, the staff at the Orange County Probation office also collects items to be donated.

Area businesses such as Palais Royal held a clothing drive and donated the collected clothing while Walgreen’s donates their after holiday items.

In traditional holiday fashion, Southeast Texans are

“There are not enough words to say how much the ‘Gift of Life’ is appreciated,” Banken stated. “It’s takes special people to do this, and I feel God has made it your calling to help.”

“Anything we can do to get the word out, we will gladly

do,” Burton added. “The ‘Gift of Life’ touches so many lives and saves lives. There is no greater calling than that.”

For more information about the Julie Rogers “Gift of Life” Program, visit www.giftoflifebmt.org online.

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The soup kitchen is always happy to receive the generous donation of turkeys and hams for the holiday meals from Print Pac. The Mardi Gras Krewe da Bayou gives an annual donation so needed items can be purchased. Other local donations are from the families of Ike Hubert, Dr. Miller, Stephen Lee, Harry Langston and April Waguespack. Doyle Perkins with WB&B donates food items. He recently gave a large bag of rice which will be used Wednesday when a hearty bowl

of gumbo is served.

The gift of time is just as important. Family Pharmacy and some local nurses go to the soup kitchen to give flu and pneumonia shots. For some who feel trapped because they are without financial resources, the gift of health is priceless.

There may be other donations that were not mentioned, but it does not mean they are not valuable.

“We are very grateful for everything we receive,” Glenda Lucia said.

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plained. “All of us working together to eliminate cancer really is a team effort.”

County officials Barry Burton and John Banken, Commissioners of Precinct 2 and Precinct 3, respectively concurred.

bringing the outdoors inside by decorating homes with evergreen trees both artificial and real. This year Entergy Texas, Inc. customers and community

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advocates can share this love of the outdoors with lasting, free holiday gifts for family and friends.

The gift is the dedication of a tree in someone’s honor or memory, a program made possible through Entergy’s partnership with the Texas chapter of The Nature Conservancy.

Tree dedications honor recipients while also creating awareness of an initiative to bring longleaf pine trees back to their historic Southeast Texas home in the Big Thicket’s Roy E. Larsen Sandyland Sanctuary.

Since the program began last spring, more than 250 trees have been dedicated in honor or memory of a special someone, all free of charge. The program recognizes a $500,000 grant from Entergy to support wetland restoration and reforestation in the four states the electric utility serves—Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Dedications can be made from a computer, smartphone or tablet using the following URL: entergytexas.com/sandyland.

Once there, provide the name of the person you wish to honor and an email address to notify the person or his or her family. A keepsake certificate can be generated from the email notification.

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County races set for March Primary elections Tommy Mann Jr. For The Record

The filing deadline has passed and the races for the March Primary elections are now set.

This past Monday evening was the deadline for filing for a place on the ballot for those interested in running for office next March. After the deadline, a total of seven races will be on the Orange County Republican ballot and one on the Orange County Democratic ballot.

Last minute filings by several new Republican candidates have set up races for the posi-

tions of Orange County Constable in Precinct 2, County Clerk and expanded the field of candidates for Orange County Commissioner in Precinct 1.

On the last day of filing, three new candidates have come forward for the Precinct 1 seat on Orange County Commissioners Court. New candidates include Gary Hinote, Bobby Manshack and Ryan Peabody. These three men will join Johnny Trahan and Shirley Zimmerman for what will be a highly contested race for the Precinct 1 seat, which is currently held by Da-

County business director) has done a great job with the current EDC set-up, but we want to improve upon that as we go forward.”

Along with having a new executive director in place by Jan. 1, 2016, plans include having the new director develop a mission statement, a countywide master plan and a fiveyear strategic plan for the EDC. Earlier this summer, Orange County and the Orange County Navigation and Port District, along with the cities of Orange, West Orange, Pinehurst, Bridge City and Vidor all opted to withhold funding for the 2016 fiscal year from the EDC. Reportedly, all contributing entities were unhappy with results from the EDC. Since that time, some of the contributors have opted to resume funding the EDC once changes were made.

Orange County approved continuing to contribute and approved its annual amount of $68,000 to the EDC during Tuesday’s meeting. Later that after, the City of West Orange followed suit and agreed to contribute its portion, approximately $4,600, as did the City of Pinehurst later that night, which contributes approximately $2,800.

Although the City of Bridge City has not officially committed, Carlton said indications are it will. However, cities such as Orange and Vidor, plus the Orange County Navigation and Port District, have not committed to any course of action at this time.

Carlton said approximately $140,000 would be available for the EDC for the remainder of

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the fiscal year, which should be enough to allow the EDC to function adequately.

“This is a vital part of our county,” said Barry Burton, Orange County Commissioner of Precinct 2. “The EDC is vital to our growth, and it is a tool in our tool box that we need to use. I think funding it is important for all of Orange County.”

After handling remainder of court business, Joshua Hammers, spokesperson of the Orange County Atheist Group, addressed commissioners and the audience. Earlier this week, the atheist group requested to have a holiday banner placed on the property of Orange City Hall adjacent to the Nativity scene, which is on the city property. The city opted to take down the Nativity scene instead of allow the group to place its banner.

On Tuesday, the Nativity scene was reconstructed on grounds of Stark Park, which is private property owned by the Stark Foundation and next door to City Hall in Orange.

“We never asked the city or intended for the city to take down their Nativity scene,” Hammers said. “We wanted to show our support of the holidays by placing our own banner.

“We would like for the city to keep its Nativity scene. We 100 percent agree they should,” Hammers continued. “We just wanted to share our message of ‘Happy Holidays’ with the public.”

Part of Hammers purpose for addressing Orange County Commissioners Court on

Shirley Roccaforte said with a chuckle. “She didn’t try to put on airs for anyone, and I think people liked that.

There won’t be anyone to replace her.”

Brandy McPayne Slaughter met Shirley through the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce and convinced Shirley to join, while she was president of the chamber and remained friends with the family since then.

“Shirley had a great big heart, and she was an awesome person,” Slaughter said with a laugh. “She liked to call everyone names, but, with Shirley, if she didn’t call you names, then she didn’t know you or didn’t like you.”

Slaughter said Shirley had a gentle side that many people may not have experienced, but she had witnessed it on more than one occassion.

“Just this past Thanksgiving, Shirley had contacted me and asked if I knew anyone who needed some help at Thanksgiving,” Slaughter explained. “She ended up contacting some churches and was able to help out some people. She was that kind of person and just wanted to make sure people could have a happy Thanksgiving.

“She acted hard-nosed and tough, but she really wasn’t like that,” Slaughter continued. “You didn’t want to cross her, but if she was your friend, then she was your friend. I’m really going to miss her.”

vid Dubose. Dubose announced earlier this year he would not seek re-election.

In the race for Orange County Constable in Precinct 2, incumbent Constable David Cagle will be opposed by Jeremiah Gunter, who filed prior to the deadline. Also, in the race for Orange County Clerk, appointee Brandy Robertson will be opposed by new candidate, Trish Williams.

Other races on the Republican ballot will include Orange County Sheriff as incumbent Keith Merritt faces opponent David Smith, plus incumbent John Banken will be opposed

Tuesday involved the county’s Nativity scene display, which is located on the corner of the Orange County Courthouse property at Border and Division in downtown Orange.

“We have not filed a motion about the county’s Nativity scene, but we intend to do so,” Hammers added.

Prior to Hammers comments, obviously in anticipation of such a comment and pending request for the placement of the group’s banner, Commissioners stood unified in their beliefs.

“We are blessed to live in a nation that is free,” Carlton said. “And I hope everyone keeps in mind the reason for the season. There are a lot of ways to say greetings to one another during this time of year, and I choose to say Merry Christmas.”

Burton, along with Commissioners David Dubose, John Banken and Jody Crump, who represent Precincts 1, 3 and 4, respectively, all made various comments echoing Carlton’s statement.

Since the Nativity scene was not listed as an official agenda item, no formal discussion from the commissioners could be made in response to Hammers comments.

Many people, including elected officials, have come out in vocal support of the City of Orange to continue its Nativity scene display.

“I stand behind the City of Orange’s initial decision to display the nativity scene of Christ outside City Hall,” said Dan Patrick, Lt. Governor of Texas, in a statement. “In fact, I en-

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Judge Joy Dubose Simonton, Orange County Justice of the Peace in Precinct 3, Roccaforte was called to the Roccaforte’s home in Bridge City shortly after 10 a.m., Monday, after she was found unresponsive. Simonton ordered an inquest.

Shirley’s passing will leave a large void in the lives of her family and friends. Although Shirley may be gone, she is definitely one who will not so easily be forgotten.

“Everybody knew her, and she knew how to make an impression,” said son Aaron Roccaforte with a laugh. “Her charming personality really stood out. So many people knew her and liked her. It’s been amazing at the outpouring we have received. We’ve had phone calls and texts and people stopping by. It’s amazing to know how many people liked her and cared about her.

I still can’t believe she’s gone.”

Shirley was born Dec. 15, 1947 to parents Paul and Betty Jo Potter in Phoenix, Az., where she attended and graduated high school. She soon moved to Southeast Texas with her first husband, Harry

Land.

Shirley later married Kirk Roccaforte, her husband of 37 years, the current Mayor of Bridge City. Together they owned the family business, Bridge City Radiator, where Shirley regularly provided her opinions and humor on a variety of subjects.

Preceded in death by her father, Paul Potter Sr., and a daughter, Robin Lynn Hand, Shirley leaves behind her husband, Kirk; son, Aaron Roccaforte and his wife, Chrisleigh; daughter, Cristal Land DuBois, and her husband, Dwayne; her mother, Betty Jo Potter; brother, Paul Monroe Potter Jr.; and three grandchildren, Camden and Caleb DuBois and Trent Roccaforte, along with many other relatives.

Visitation services will be held from noon - 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 18, at Winfree Baptist Church, 19525 State Highway 62 in Orange. Memorial services will be held starting at 2 p.m. at the church with graveside service to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens on State Highway 87 outside of Bridge City.

The family has requested, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to PAWS Pet Rescue, which can be mailed or delivered to Dr. Albert Pugh, 2832 Texas Ave. in Bridge City, due to Shirley’s kindness to animals.

by challenger John Gothia for the Precinct 3 seat on Orange County Commissioners Court.

The Orange County Constable race for Precinct 4 will have incumbent Weldon Peveto being contested by Jimmy Lane Mooney, and the race for Tax Assessor-Collector will feature candidates Debbie Meaux and Karen Fisher on the ballot.

“Anytime you have this many people file for a county office, that means people want to step up and get involved,” said Shelia Faske, chairperson of the Orange County Repub-

lican Party. “The county level is where it all starts at. It’s easy to sit on your couch and complain, but these people want to be involved, and that’s a good sign.”

Unopposed races on the Orange County Republican ballot will include Chris Humble, Precinct 1 Constable; Mark Philpott, Precinct 3 Constable; John Kimbrough, Orange County Attorney; Troy Johnson, Orange County 2nd Court at Law; Courtney Arkeen, Orange County 128th District Court; Dennis Powell, Orange County 163rd District Court; and Sheila Faske, Or-

courage the City of Orange to put the nativity scene back on display and not succumb to those who threaten to silence what many of us hold so dear to our hearts - religious liberty.

“Religious liberty is the foundation of our nation,” Patrick’s statement continued. “If the City of Orange is worried about litigation, I am happy to make the first donation to their legal defense fund.”

Texas Governor Greg Abbott also stated his support for the City of Orange earlier Tuesday.

“As the U.S. Supreme Court has continually held, public acknowledgement of our religious heritage is entirely consistent with the Constitution.

The Constitution commands accommodation of religion rather than hostility towards it,” Abbott stated in his press release. “I strongly encourage

ange County Republican Chairperson.

The Orange County Democratic Party has seen very little movement during the monthlong filing period, unless it was candidates switching from Democrat to the Republican Party, as did Sheriff Keith Merritt and District Attorney John Kimbrough.

For the Orange County Democratic Party, there is only one contested race on the ballot and it will feature Deborah Mitchell, the incumbent Chairperson of the Orange County Democratic Party, and challenger Don Brown.

the City of Orange to stand up to the demands of a select few who wish to see God thrown out of the public square, embrace the season of Christmas and restore the Nativity scene immediately.”

As of press time late Tuesday, Orange County Commissioners had not considered any action with the county’s Nativity scene display.

Go Mustangs!

Bring home the 2015 state football championship.

Orange County

Sheriff Keith Merritt

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TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2005

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WO-S returns to the state final for the second year in a row.

They have been to five state finals, won two and lost three. The Mustangs look for number six on Friday to make them three for three and bring home the first state championship title since 1987. The ‘Stangs’ must bring their “A” game offensively, defensively and special teams. There will be no room for mental lapse. If the Mustangs hit on all cylinders they can’t be stopped. The extra point might be big in this one. My guess is that the Mustangs will stampede, run wild and bring home the championship. A great 17th birthday gift for quarterback Jack Dallas. Make an effort to attend the game and support the Mustangs.****I best be going. I’d be proud if you came along, I promise it won’t do you no harm.

CONDOLENCES Shirley Roccaforte, 68, passed away at her home Monday morning, December 14, a day before her birthday. Justice of the Peace Joy Simonton did the inquest and ordered an autopsy. Shirley, the ‘First Lady’ of Bridge City, was the wife of longtime mayor Kirk Roccaforte. Throughout Kirk’s long political career in Bridge City, Shirley was his most trusted friend and supporter. She was politically savvy and always involved. She was very well liked by many. I have been surprised many times by the death of people I knew but Shirley’s death shocked me and many others. You just believed Shirley would be around always. It’s hard to imagine a world without her.

She was one of a kind that can’t be replaced. Shirley had a nickname for most everyone she liked and harsher names for those she didn’t care for. Her great personality was such that she could get away with anything and the people loved her for just being Shirley. Our condolences to Kirk and his family and all of Shirley’s friends. Heaven will never be the same again. Rest In Peace. Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 18, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Winfree Baptist Church, with a memorial service starting at 2 p.m., graveside service to follow.

BEARDEN HUNG SHINGLE 50 YEARS AGO Fifty years ago, Dec. 16, our friend, Attorney Sharon Bearden, hung up his shingle to start practicing law. It doesn’t seem possible but I remember that exact day in 1965, He opened his office just a block down Border Street in a one-room office that was part of Bernard Abrego’s grocery store. Ironically, in 1962, Roy Dunn operated Orange County’s first Bail Bond business in that same office until Bearden came. Sharon went on to become county and district attorney before making the choice to return to private practice. There wasn’t much pay for a DA back then. During his stay, he upgraded the office, hired assistants and investigators. Over the years Bearden has built a reputation as one of the best criminal attorneys around.

Almost everyday, seven days a week, he can be found at his office. If I needed a criminal attorney, which hopefully I won’t, he would be my choice. He’s dedicated to the practice of law.

One of his happiest moments was when his son Jim Sharon became a lawyer and joined his dad at the Bearden Law Firm in the Border Street office JUDGE HAHN IN LAST TERM Judge Buddie Hahn celebrates a birthday Dec. 21. This birthday takes him closer to his time of retirement. After this term he will be ineligible by law to run for another term as district judge. We first were introduced by Harold “Rodney” Beeson over 35 years ago. Over the years I’ve gained a lot of respect for him. In fact, there is no one I have more respect for. He and his lovely wife Carol will celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary three days after his birthday on Dec. 23.

They will start on their 50th the next day. Their lives have had the great times and the very sad moments. Through all of it Buddie and Carol have remained the constant great couple. Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary and a Merry Christmas. I won’t mention his jumping political parties.

President Thrump? Go figure.

Orange County may set Jan. 16 deadline to get Hurricane Rita debris on the road for pickup. However, Judge Carl Thibodeaux told the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that he wants an extension if necessary. The Corps said about 91 percent, 1.78 million cubic yards of debris has been picked up. Orange County now has 445 families with travel trailers from FEMA to live in. The Blue Tarp program will end this week. County Emergency Management director Chuck Frazier said only four sites nearby are qualified to take the debris. Temple Inland donated $125,000 to the county and same amount to the City of Orange. Thibodeaux said county money will be divided with $64,250 to Bridge City, $16,250 to Pinehurst, $2000 to Pine Forest and $2000 to Rose City. West Orange, $7,500 and Vidor $21,250. Chief Deputy John Tarver, for the sheriff’s office, said Vidor deputies have been assigned to the Mauriceville office because of extensive damage to the Vidor office. (Editor’s note: Rita caused massive damage. We were fortunate to have the leaders we had during this disaster.)*****Cops raid six game rooms. Deputies confiscated about 350 Eightliners along with cash. Owning gambling paraphernalia and operating a gambling establishment is either a Class B or Class A misdemeanor.*****Officers at Bridge City Bank are Jerry Davidson, president, Keith Fontenot, vice-president, Phyllis Brint, vice-president/mortgage lender and Keith Doucet, credit officer.*****Danny’s and K-Dan’s specials: Boston butt pork roast, 1.39 lb., smoked turkeys, $29.95, Blue Bell ice cream, half gallon, 3 for $10.*****Employees at First Realty are owner, Sleepy Smith, Gale Beckett, CRS, Marie Trimm, Bill Rigby and Tari Brister.*****Harmon Chevrolet “Red Tag Sale.” 2006 Chevy Impala, $19,814, new 2006 Silverado Crew Cab, $22,528, 2006 Chevy Cobalt, 2 dr., $13,283.

40 Years Ago-1975 Carl Thibodeaux was presented a plaque naming him outstanding new member of the Orange County Bass Club. three school teachers finished first, second and third in Bass Club competition for 1975, they are; Willie Hayes, Troy Woodall and Tommy Humphrey. Preston Prince caught the largest bass fish of the year for OCBC. It weighed in at 8 pounds, 3 ounces.*****Roy and Phyllis Dunn will celebrate their 21st wedding anniversary on December 31. Meanwhile, their oldest son, Mark, is on a photography expedition, shooting scenery around Deadwood, South Dakota and headed to Wyoming and Colorado.*****MondayNight Football on ABC features Frank Giffard, Howard Cosell and Alex Karras. Don Meredith is expected to rejoin the crew, replacing Karras in 1976.*****The Stark High football coach, Dexter Bassinger, looks ahead to next season.*****Tom Landry is coach of the Dallas Cowboys.*****Jimmy Conn to make New Year’s resolution that he will refrain from calling Doug Harrington “Simple,” just because he’s an Aggie pharmacist.*****Gordon and Diane Baxter will celebrate their 2nd anniversary on December 28.*****Dennis Hall will celebrate his 34th birthday on January 2.*****United Liquor, on Green Ave. in Orange, will close its doors after 37 years in business. Owner Charles Zeto will be entering a new business.*****Ruth “Bear” Corder to get an outboard motor for Christmas. From guess who?

A FEW HAPPENINGS Judge Derry Dunn took a fast weekend trip to Portland to visit his doctor son Mark and his family. He left Friday and was back Monday. We asked him why so short a trip and he responded that he had to get back to his JP office. That’s dedication. Like most every other gardener, he didn’t do well raising tomatoes in the spring but will make a good crop in the fall. I never had any luck in fall gardening but like I predicted, it’s been a mild winter, just one light frost.*****Just want to mention a new book out by local author Kay Williams, of Bridge City, called “Who Else is Listening?” The book weaves a web of deceit and treachery when a university student uncovers a plot to destroy our nation. It’s a great read. I recommend it.

The book can be purchased at Amazon.com.*****Brandy Slaughter showed up at the Lunch Bunch dinner last week after being away awhile. Also Johnny Dubose, Jr. showed up with his brother-in-law Robert Simonton. Johnny is the new purchasing agent at Crown. Robert’s wife, Judge Joy, was attending JP school in Austin. The Lunch Bunch will hold its Christmas gathering and annual picture taking next week,Dec. 23, at Robert’s. Everyone welcome.*****Meanwhile, Brandy and her family are homeless due to a kitchen fire. They are staying in a motel for now and next week will vacation in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. They are building a new home that was started a longtime ago and is expected to be ready by the end of the year.*****A few folks celebrating their special day in the next few days. On Dec. 16, our longtime buddyJames Brabham celebrates as does Elizabeth Uzzle, Carol Allen, Michael Terry and Michelle Gephart. They join celebrities journalist Lesley Stahl (“60 Minutes”) 73. Actors Benjamin Bratt is 52. Amanda Setton is 27 and Guitarist/ZZ Top Billy Gibbons, 66.*****On Dec. 17, former Orange Mayor, a guy we’ve known since he was a pup, Brown Claybar celebrates. Also celebrating is Chris Chambless, Martha Taylor and Jeremie Delano. They join Pope Francis, 79, actors Eugene Levy, 69 and Bill Pullman, 62. This would have been the birthday of two wonderful women I’ve known.

The late Inez Hearn, who died on Jan. 16 of this year and our late friend Betty Lou Womack.*****Dec. 18 Tracey Lynn Broussard, Julia Alleman, Daniel Brocklehurst and Jill Vaughn all celebrate. Celebrities celebrating this day are actor Brad Pitt, 52, singer Christina Aquilera, 35 and wrestler Steve “Stone Cold” Austin, 51.*****On Dec. 19, Mitch Hidalgo celebrates as does Stacey Bates, Bill Cardner,

Ruth Fournier and Raymond Hughes. They join actors Jake Gyllenhaal, 35, Cicely Tyson, 82 and country singer Janie Fricke, 68.*****Dec. 20 finds some great folks we know celebrate birthdays. Annie Hargrave, longtime Market Basket employee; Kenny Pigg, longtime labor leader and drainage district board member, Phillip Welch, former O.F. superintendent, now at Hardin Jefferson, is a year older, as is coach Steve Griffith. Celebrities celebrating this day are actor Jonah Hill, 32 and producer Dick Wolf, 69.*****On Dec. 21, Buddie Hahn celebrates. I find it funny he shares a birthday with Jane Fonda. Also celebrating are Glenda Granger, Daniel Perry, Rachel Guidry and coach Rick Deutsch.

They join actors Samuel L. Jackson, 67, Kiefer Sutherland, 49, Ray Romano, 58 and Jane Fonda 78.*****On Dec. 22, Phyllis Broussard, Rodney Harmon, Yvonne Veillon, Clevie Fontenot and Debi Foster all celebrate. Celebrities celebrating this day are news anchor Diane Sawyer, 70, politician Ted Cruz, 45 and singer Meghan Trainor, 22.*****A special Happy Birthday to Cecile Forman who celebrates her 100th this week, Dec. 15. She’s a very interesting lady. See story by Jennifer Clarke in this issue.*****It was nice to hear from Regina Harrington, who is now living in Magnolia near her daughter and grandkids. She sold the home in Spring that she and Doug built. They had a good life and she took great care of him through all his sickness. She misses him a lot.*****I found it interesting that Michael Cole, a school teacher, writer, who ran for United States Congress in Dist. 36 is now running in Jefferson County, Congressional Dist. 14, against incumbent Randy Weber, Republican, who I think is one of two worse congressmen in the country. Cole is running as a Democrat.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK Kitty Martin, James Brabham, Michelle Gephart, Bobby Adaway, Carol Allen, Elizabeth Uzzle, Michael Terry, Natalie Nimitz, Beatrice Cortez, Jeremie Delano, Nathan Applebach, Betty Lou Womack, Brown Claybar, Chris Chambless, Martha Taylor, Mandy Hoffman, Tracey Lynn Broussard, Webster Trahan, Daniel Brocklehurst, Dyann Schiler, Gloria Brown, Jill Vaughn, Julia Alleman, Dan Brocklehurst, Ellisia Smith, Christina Carpenter, Marcu McLellan, Mitch Hidalgo, Raymond Hughes, Ruth Fournier, Bill Cardner, Janet Holland, Shelby Vogt, Stacey Bates, Andrew Havens, Jeremy Granger, Jeffery Huebel, Elizabeth Parish, Kenneth Pigg, Majed Jaarah, Marion Martin, Matt Reeves, Daniel Perry, Buddie Hahn, Rick Deutsch, Bill Bailey, Glenda Granger, Paula Hal, Rachel Guidry, Donny Robbins, Phyllis Broussard, Rodney Harmon, Yvonne Veillon, Clevie Fontenot, James Robbins, Charlee Lemons, Dale Burns and Debi Foster.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Old man Maxie Premeaux was traveling down da interstate to M.D. Anderson in Houston from his home in Kaplan. He stopped to use the bash room at a rest area. Premeaux had jus barely sat down wen someone in da next stall say, “Hi, how are you?”

Premeaux, him is not the type to start a conversation in da rest room, but he answer, a little embarrassed, “Doin jus fine me.”

Da utta person say, “So what are you up to?”

Premeaux tink dis is too bizarre, so he say, “Me, I’m like you, just traveling.”

At dis point Premeaux wants to get his business over wit and get out of dare. He hear anutter question, “Can I come over?”

Dis is just too weird for Premeaux but to be polite and end da conversation he answers, “No, I’m a little busy right now.”

As Premeaux was pulling his britches up he hear da utta person say, “Listen, I’ll have to call you back, dere’s an idiot in da utter stall who keeps answering all my damn questions.”

C’EST TOUT Local political race Set There was a few local candidates sweating out Monday’s filing deadline but none more than District Judge Dennis Powell, who came out early and scared off the opponent. Pct. 2, David Cagle, drew an opponent. Cagle is doing a fine job and hasn’t created any negatives. His opponent is Jeremiah Gunter, a former deputy sheriff, who was released by Sheriff Keith Merritt. Gunter is suing the county. There were no other surprises in last minute filings.*****I believe Democrats might have missed a great opportunity to get a free ride all the way to November’s General Election. With Obama not at the top of the ticket, and Republicans fielding a weak candidate that doesn’t fit the values of Orange Countians, will make for a lower turnout by Republicans and a lower straight party vote.

There is a good chance Sec. Hillary Clinton will carry Orange County. If not, it will be close. The March Primary will tell us a lot. If only 10,000 or less vote in the Republican Primary, that means a low GOP vote in November. I’m sure I’ll have plenty more to say as we move toward elections.*****My time is up, thanks for yours. A big thanks also to our family of advertisers for their sponsorship. Take care and God bless.

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Latham receives 5 year sentence on lesser charge Debby Schamber For The Record

Joshua Latham, 28, of Mauriceville, was sentenced to five years in prison for failure to appear charges in Newton County when he failed to show up to face allegations of murdering Tami Higgenbotham in February 2015.

“It’s a sorry verdict,” said Linda Maudlin, Higgenbotham’s mother. “We are not satisfied.”

However, Maudlin admits it could have been worse and Latham could have gotten probation or lesser time in prison.

The trial began Monday with Latham pleading guilty to the charges, but chose to allow a jury of six women and six men to decide his punishment. He could have received up to 10 years in prison for the third degree felony charge. He was also eligible for probation.

Latham’s defense attorney, Dennis Horn, stated Latham failed to appear for the murder trial because he was “scared” and wanted to “spend more time with his family.”

Latham was discovered three days after he failed to appear by a team of officers behind a residence in Louisiana. He was dressed in camoflauge and covered in mud in a “wooded, swampy” area, according to Texas Ranger Bobby Smith.

Smith testified the where-

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abouts of Latham came from a tip from an anonymous caller.

Following Latham’s arrest two vehicles at the scene left the area. One of which was driven by Latham’s wife, Dusti.

Officers conducted a traffic stop and located a 9mm pistol inside the vehicle.

During testimony, Catherine Sikora, of the Orange County Probation Office stated she had filed a motion to revoke his probation in Orange County and felt he belonged in prison.

During his probation he violated the terms several times by failing drug tests, not reporting as required and not showing up to take random drug tests. He also was in Louisiana without permission.

“We do not think he deserves probation,” Ponthier said.

However, Horn, stated “there is no violence here, he just didn’t show up.”

Horn also referred to the cases in Orange County.

“That Orange County business is their business, not Newton County business. What they want to do is up to them,” Horn said. “Orange is trying to get you to do what they could not. The punishment must fit the crime.”

Horn began his closing arguments by placing a large, red “F” on his forehead. This was to symbolize “The Scarlet Letter” a story written by Nathanial Hawthorn in 1850. But, Horn told the jury the letter in this case was because Latham pled guilty his scarlet letter was now of a felon.

Horn also said Latham deserved probation because he stood and took responsibility for his actions of failure to appear.

Ponthier said he did take responsibility. But, for making a “joke of the legal system.”

Entered into evidence was what Ponthier referred to as reasons Latham was not a good candidate for probation.

Latham had previous charges of wreckless driving, possession of marijuana and was placed on probation for resisting arrest and burglary of a habitation in Orange County.

The murder charges for Latham all began when the victim, Tami Higgenbotham, 41, of Vinton, left her residence headed to Orange. During the

trip to Orange she had texted her sister, Staci Robinson, saying she was going to sell her phone to Latham. Higgenbotham wanted to upgrade her phone so she had decided to sell hers.

Around 1 p.m. Higgenbotham sent a text to her sister saying Latham wanted her to help him pick out wedding rings. By 1:30 the texts from Higgenbotham stopped.Knowing it was odd for her sister since she was “always connected”, Robinson became worried and tried over and over to call her but each call went straight to voice mail.

Robinson wondered what had happened to her and the pickup truck was later found at Blue Bird’s Fish Camp on Simmons Drive, but Tami was nowhere to be found.

Robinson showed a picture of her sister to people in the area. They told her they had seen Higgenbotham and she had gotten into a vehicle with Latham. However, when Robinson asked Latham if he had seen her sister, he denied ever meeting up with her.

Latham, who was wanted in connection with the disappearance of Higginbotham, was arrested in Maryville, Tn. Orange police contacted local officials in Maryville, and told them Latham had relatives in the area. Maryville police

LU students win engineering design challenge Five Lamar University seniors majoring in mechanical engineering took top honors in the Texas Space Grant Consortium (TSGC) Challenge, among 11 teams competing in the Fall 2015 Design Challenge.

The Senior Design Team “L.U.M.A.R.D.” worked to modify a portion of the Mars Drill design that is currently operating on the Mars Curiosity Rover to improve its operational efficiency. The drill is working to locate “permafrost,” a substance that could result in creating water on Mars, a vital element for further space exploration for NASA. The team chose to work on the drill’s sample handling system, and, after a semester of work, came up with a design which they plan to build in the spring that will operate more efficiently than the current design and meet the minimum weight requirement for this attachment.

The team received first place in poster design, second in oral presentation, third in team model, were selected as the “Fan Favorite” and were named the Overall Design Challenge Champions. Coupled with the accolades was an award of $1625.

the neck and the manner of death was homicide. In addition, according to the report, there were two post mortem abrasions on her right forehead area.

Ponthier said she dropped the charges because she was not ready for trial.

“I did dismiss it, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be tried in the future,” Ponthier said.

Smith said during testimony he did not agree with the charges being dropped.

Latham still has to face charges in Orange County and a hold has been placed upon him. A motion to impose guilt has been filed for violating the terms of his probation for burglary of a habitation. He could face up to 20 years in prison.

“We are looking forward to the Orange County case,” Maudlin said. “Anytime something comes up with him, we will be there.”

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checked the relatives residence, and found Latham, along with Dusti and their two-week-old infant. He was held on charges he violated his probation.

During the interview with police, Latham told them where Higgenbotham’s body could be found. But, his stories on how the body got there changed many times and he claimed other people, such as a motorcycle gang and the Aryans were responsible.

Detectives went in search of the location north of Mauriceville where they found Higginbotham’s body in a heavily wooded, hunting lease in Newton County. Police said there were certain features on the body that matched descriptions of the missing woman.

Further testing and autopsy results would reveal it was indeed her.

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by Dr. Tommy Brown, he stated the cause of death was asphyxia due to external compression of

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Deaths and Memorials Robert Turner Orange Robert Sterling Turner, 21, of Orange, passed away Dec. 14. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, ursday, Dec. 17, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be P a s t o r Daniel Rose.

Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:008:00 pm, Wednesday, Dec. 16, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, Dec. 10, 1994, he was the son of Robert Martin Turner, Jr. and Tammy Denice Martin. Sterling was a member of Community Church. He had God in his heart and a love for nature.

He enjoyed music, reading, journaling and most recently writing his own book.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert “Bob” Turner, Sr. and wife Marie and Clifford Ray Hyman and his stepgrandparent, Michael Borres.

He is survived by his father, Robert Martin Turner, Jr.; mother, Tammy Denice Martin and fiancé omas O’Neil; grandmother, Faye Borres; sister, Ashley Turner-Broussard and husband Dylan; aunt, Barbara Jane Turner; uncle, Rick Hyman and wife Laurie, along with numerous cousins and friends.

Shirley Roccaforte Bridge City Shirley Ann Roccaforte, age 67, died at her home in Bridge City, on Monday, Dec. 14. Her death was sudden and unexpected, with cause yet to be determined.

Shirley was born Dec. 15, 1947 to Paul and Betty Jo Potter in Phoenix, Az, where she also graduated from high school. Soon thereafter, she moved to Texas with the marriage of her first husband, Harry Land. Later, Shirley became the proud wife of current Bridge City Mayor, Kirk Roc-

caforte. Kirk and Shirley enjoyed and lived life together for 37 rewarding years.

Shirley will be especially remembered for her quick wit, spunk and “way with words” that brought life to all her conversations. She was known for playing pranks, as well as creating comedy out of any dull situation. Shirley enjoyed offering the gift of laughter to anyone willing to entertain her whimsical banter.

Besides being a wife to Kirk, Shirley’s greatest joy was being “Granny” to her three grandsons. ere was never a doubt how much Shirley cherished those three boys.

Shirley will be missed in tremendous measures by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her husband, Kirk Roccaforte; mother, Betty Jo Potter; son, Aaron Roccaforte and his wife, Chrisleigh Ulery Roccaforte; daughter, Cristal Land DuBois and her husband, Dwayne (Beaver) DuBois; brother Paul Monroe Potter, Jr and his wife, Polly, as well as her three grandchildren, Camden DuBois, Caleb DuBois and Trent Roccaforte. Shirley is also survived by a host of brothers and sisters-inlaw, including Mark and Vickey Roccaforte, Donald and Val Roccaforte, Danny and Denise Roccaforte, Chuck Roccaforte and Johnnie Denena and Julie Roccaforte, as well as a loving mother-in-law, Marilyn Roccaforte and many nieces and nephews.

Shirley was preceded in death by a daughter, Robin Lynn Land and her father, Paul Potter, Sr. Visitation will be held at Winfree Baptist Church on Friday, Dec. 18, from 12:00-2:00 pm, immediately followed by a memorial service at 2:00 pm. Burial and graveside services will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery following the Memorial.

Because of Shirley’s devoted and affectionate love for animals,

donations are being accepted, in lieu of flowers, for PAWS Pet Rescue and can be dropped off or mailed to Dr. Albert Pugh, 2832 Texas Avenue, Bridge City, TX 77611.

Services are under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.

Jean Sittig Orange Jean Jinkins Sittig, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed from her earthly home to her eternal home on Saturday, Dec. 12. e funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, in the chapel of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be the the Rev. Barry Bradley, pastor of First Baptist Church in Orange. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, at Oak Grove Cemetery in N a c o g doches.

Born in N a c o g doches, on Dec. 24, 1922, she was a daughter of James Farris and Era Irene (Simons) Jinkins. On June 28, 1946, she married the love of her life, Lloyd H. Sittig.

Following their marriage, Lloyd and Jean moved to Orange where he began a long career with DuPont Sabine River Works and she began her teaching career with the Little Cypress School District. She retired from Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD following 36 years of dedicated service.

Jean was a long time, faithful member of First Baptist Church in Orange where she enjoyed the fellowship of her Bible Study class. She was a member of the eta Psi chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma; a life member of Stephen F. Austin State University Alumni and had been a long time member of the former Women’s Club of Orange.

Jean was preceded in death by

her parents and her husband of 64 years, Lloyd H. Sittig.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Dr. L. Farris and Sherry Sittig of Hixson, Tn; grandchildren, Travis Sittig and his wife, Colby of Morristown, NJ, Karrie Davis and her husband, Jon of Chattanooga, Tn; great grandchildren, Grace, Cannon and Clark Sittig and Josh, Katelyn and Heston Davis; sisters, Guinnell Jinkins Blake of Atlanta, Ga and Fairy Jinkins Pace of Mt. Enterprise.

Jean was a quiet, humble and faithful servant. Although she will be deeply missed, we rejoice that she is in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and is together again with her beloved Lloyd.

In lieu of customary remembrances, memorials may be directed to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1453, Orange, Texas 77631 or to the charity of the donor’s choosing.

Heather Ferguson and husband, Slade of Orange, Heidi Bailleaux of Mauriceville; sister, Tammy Howard and husband, Greg of Jasper; uncle, Curvey Bailleaux and wife, Ann of Vidor and aunt, Gearl of Lumberton. He is also survived by a large extended family.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 19, at 2:00 pm at the chapel of Dorman Funeral Home, with a gather of family and friends from noon until service time. e Rev. Kevin Brown will be officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Dorman Funeral Home.

Honoring Steven as pallbearers will be Charlie Cox, Tony Cox, Kele Arteaga, Kyle Sullivan, David McCauley, Bobby Meche, and Austin McElroy.

Steven Bailleaux Mauriceville

Edith Mary Woodall, 73 of Deweyville, was born Jan. 21, 1942 in Orange, and passed away Dec. 12, in West Orange. She is preceded in death by her husband, Gary Woodall; parents John omas Hogg and Frances Raymer Bower; sister, Delores Varnado; niece, Deboray Kay Varnado; step-sisters, Sandra Porter, Susan Hilton, Mickey and Michie.

She is survived by her children, Woodrow Woodall and wife, Patty of Deweyville; Shawn Woodall and wife Claudia Lexington, KY; Joseph Woodall and Kendra Buxton and her husband, Charles, all of Deweyville; grandchildren, Farran, A nth o ny, Marvena, Mikeal, L o g a n , Wo o d r o w, A p r i l , Christopher, Darcy, Mathias, Ashlei, Katelynne, Dustin, Jeremiah, Kayla, Jeremy, Danielle, Jason, Dreama, Britney, Dakota and Hailey; 20 great grandchildren; sister, Geri LeDoux; brother Tommy Masa;

Steven Troy Bailleaux, of Mauriceville, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 13, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, at the age of 54.

Steven was born on June 5, 1961 in Beaumont to Bobbie Jean (Rowe) and Odom Bailleaux. He lived in the Mauriceville area for 19 years, prior in Beaumont and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mauriceville. He worked for Philpott Motors in the Parts Department for many years. Steven enjoyed going hunting, fishing, bowling and golfing.

Steven was a loving husband, father, b r o t h e r, uncle and friend. He loved spending time with his family and will be dearly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kim Bailleaux and cousin, David Coker.

Steven is survived by his wife of 21 years, Rachel (Perez) Bailleaux of Mauriceville; daughters,

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numerous half sisters, half brothers, nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends. e funeral was Tuesday, Dec. 15, at Deweyville United Pentecostal Church in Deweyville. Interment was to follow at King Cemetery.

Arrangements were handled

by Riley Smith Funeral Home, 1810 W. Fourth Street, Dequincy, La.

Francis Soileau Nederland Frances Brownlee Soileau, 82, of Nederland, died Wednesday, Dec. 9. She was born on Feb. 18, 1933, in Beaumont, to Fannie Cena Carson Brownlee and Perry Kavanaugh Brownlee.

Frances loved crafts, painting, and anything artistic. She was a member of the Eastern Star and First Baptist Church of Nederland.

Most of all she loved her children, g r a n d ch i l dren, and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Walter James Soileau, Jr., of Nederland; daughter, Lynn Mulhollan and her husband, F.D., of Bridge City; son, John Soileau and his wife, Connie, of Nederland; daughter, Susan Lemieux and her husband, Ricky, of Groves; grandchildren, Jason Crawford and his wife, Katrina; Kimberly Crawford Emigh; Jennifer Crawford; John Soileau, Jr.; Joshua Aldredge and his wife, Jena; six great-grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and one sister.

Funeral services were held Dec. 12, at Broussard’s Funeral Home in Nederland. Her interment followed at Memory Gardens of Jefferson County, Nederland.

Memorial contributions for Mrs. Soileau may be made to Cure H.H.T., P.O. Box 329, Monkton, Maryland 21111.

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has named Kayla Block, waitress at Judice’s Cajun Cafe, the Employee of the Month for December. Kayla was presented her award, by chamber board member and ambassador Shirley Zimmerman and Ambassador David Ball, at the recent Networking Coffee. Kayla received gifts and gift certificates from several local merchants.

Taste of Southeast Texas White Chocolate Cherry Pie

You probably will recall how I have told you about “Hurricane Ike” in October, 2008 and our Bridge City, Texas home flooding, ruining many of our possessions. Among all our many losses I lost a large portion of my cookbook collection. My daughter, Carol Farley, was very active in a Red Hat organization.

When she told her Red Hat members about my loss, word quickly spread throughout other Red Hat societies. Soon I was receiving cookbooks from Red Hat members throughout the U.S. and even one as far away as England.

One of the cookbooks I received came from a Red Hat Society located in Moss Bluff, Louisiana; they call their selves “Fluff in the Bluff.” e book was compiled by their members and besides recipes it contains tidbits of wisdom, poetry and humorous antidotes. I feel touched and honored that it was a project inspired by my story and then dedicated to me. e KEEPER recipe I am sharing with you this week was taken from that book. No name was given of the person who submitted this recipe.

My First Christmas in Heaven I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below, with tiny lights, like heaven’s stars, reflecting on the snow. e sight is SO spectacular! Please wipe away that tear, for I am spending Christmas with Jesus this year.

NANCY’S KITCHEN Nancy McWhorter e Record

I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear, but the sounds of music can’t compare with the Christmas choir up here.

I have no words to tell you the joy their voices bring, for it is beyond description to hear the angels sing.

I know how much you miss me, I see the pain inside your heart, but I am not so far away. We really aren’t apart.

So be happy for me dear ones. You know I hold you dear, and be glad I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

Chocolate Covered Cherries

2 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar ¼ cup butter or margarine, softened 1 Tbsp. milk ½ tsp. almond extract 2 (8 oz.) jars maraschino cherries, with stems, well drained 2 (12 oz.) cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 2 Tbsp. shortening 1. In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, butter, milk and almond extract; mix well.

2. Knead into a large ball.

3. Roll into 1-inch balls and flatten each into a 1-inch circle.

4. Wrap around cherries and lightly roll in hands.

5. Place with stems up on waxed paper-lined baking sheet.

6. Cover loosely and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

7. Melt the chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler or micro-wave in a micro-wave safe bowl.

8. Holding on to stem, dip cherries into chocolate; set on waxed paper to harden.

9. Store in a covered container.

10. Refrigerate 1-2 weeks before serving.

QUOTE: “e candy just gets better as it is stored, with the centers becoming even juicer.”

Yields: about 3 dozen cherries.

I send you each a special gift from the heavenly home above.

I send you each a memory of my undying love.

And after all “Love” is the gift, more precious than pure gold.

It was always important in the stories Jesus told.

Please love and keep each other, as my father said to do, for I can’t count the blessings or love he has for you, have a merry Christmas and wipe away that tear.

Remember that I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

Destin McKay April 14, 1991 - December 27, 2014 (paid announcement)

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Orange County Happenings Area Wide Community Events Schedules To List Your Organization’s Upcoming Events And Fundraisers In The Record Newspapers and on TheRecordLive.com email to news@therecordlive.com or call 409.886.7183

WOCCISD to observe staff/student holiday West Orange – Cove CISD will observe a staff/student holiday on Friday, Dec. 18. The West Orange–Stark High School Mustangs will play the Celina Bobcats in the 4A Division 2 state championship football game Friday (Dec. 18) at 4 p.m. at NRG Stadium in Houston.

Additionally, WOCCISD schools will observe the holiday break from Monday, Dec. 21–Friday, Jan. 1, 2016.

Monday, Jan. 4, is a staff development day for all staff and a holiday for students.

Classes will resume for students on Tuesday, Jan. 5.

Students will not be required to make up the additional Dec. 18 holiday day. Staff members will make up the day on a date to be determined.

VFW hosts Cadillacs The VFW, located at 5303 N. 16th St., will host a dance featuring Jerry Dee and Rockin’ Randy, Dec. 17, from 7 pm-11 pm. Tickets are $6 per person. The bar is open for beer, wine coolers, sodas and set-ups; BYOB. For information, call 886-9738.

Jefferson County Singles to hold dance The Jefferson County Singles Club, 7725 Green Ave., Nederland will host a dance featuring Joe Harmon and Harmonics, Saturday, Dec. 19, from 7-11 pm. and Cadillacs will be featured Sunday, Dec. 20, from 5-9 pm. Tickets are $8 per person and beer wine and setups are available. Singles and married welcome. This is non-smoking in this facility. For more information, call 409-727-0013.

BC Chamber sets date for Taste of the Bayou The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual Taste of the Bayou Annual Banquet on Monday, Jan. 11, at 6 pm, at the Bridge City Elementary School.

The family friendly event is open to the public. Tickets are $15 per person and a sponsored table for eight at $160.

There will be food available from Tico’s Cuban Cafe, Judice’s Cajun Cafe, Little Caesar’s Pizza, Texas Roadhouse, Circle Dr. Baptist Church and Hush Puppy Express. Music will be provided by the Gulf Coast Playboys.

There will be a photo booth and a sports memorabilia silent auction by Don Bonin as well as a special appearance from Boudreaux Dagator.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact The chamber at 735-5671, or email, bcchamber@sbcglobal.net, or by stopping by the office at 150 W. Roundbunch Rd. Eagles to sell BBQ dinners The Fraternal Order of Eagles will sell BBQ dinners Thursday, Dec. 17, from 11 am-until. The dinners will consist of a leg quarter, link, potato salad, green beans, onions, pickles and bread. Dinners are $8 and are available to dine in or carry out. Dinners may also be called in at 8867381, and will be ready to take out when you arrive.

Donate blood for chance to win gift cards Those who make a blood donation with LifeShare from Dec. 14-23 will be automatically entered to win a $500 gift card and can help food banks.

In addition to the canned good LifeShare is donating for every blood donor at their centers this season, LifeShare will also make a $500 charitable contribution to the winning donor’s local food bank.

For more information and to find mobile blood drives and centers near you, call 800-256-4483 or go to www.lifeshare.org.

Starks VFW to host New Year Dance The Starks, La. VFW will host a new year dance Thursday, Dec. 31, from 9 pm- 1 am, with Redbone Cookin’ and special guest Joe Harmon and members from The Harmonics providing music. Tickets are $15 per person. For more information contact DD Entertainment at 337-3047933.

City of Orange announces holiday schedules The City of Orange has announced their holiday schedule and closures. They are as follows: Christmas: All non-essential City of Orange offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas. Garbage regularly picked up on Friday, will be picked up on Saturday. Regular City business will resume on Monday, Dec. 28. The Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 22 has been canceled.

New Year: All non-essential City of Orange offices will be closed Friday, Jan. 1 in observance of the New Year. Garbage regularly picked up on Friday, will be picked up on Saturday. Regular City business will resume on Monday, Jan. 4.

Good Shepherd Lutheran to host Pizza with Santa Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will be hosting their annual Pizza with Santa, Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 6:00 pm, at the church, located at 945 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City.

There will be pizza, salad, cookies and punch between 6-6:30 pm. Santa will begin receiving children between the ages of zero and 12 at 6:30 pm. He will have a gift bag for each child. Guests are welcome to bring cameras to for photos, or the church will gladly take photos of your child and email them to you.

The public is invited.

Christian Writers Guild cancels Dec. meeting The Orange County Christian Writers Guild will not be meeting in December. Meetings will resume in January on the usual second Tuesday of the month. Merry Christmas from the Orange County Christian Writers Guild. For questions, please contact Karen Y. Stevens at karen.stevens@coldwellbanker.com or 409 988-2588.

GetDaNet Fishing Club to host tournament GetDaNet Fishing Club is preparing to host its first tournament of the 2016 year on Dec. 19, at Sam Rayburn. Weigh-in will be held at Caney Creek Park, but participants will not be required to launch there. Trailering for the tournament is O.K. This is not an open tournament. Participation has the condition that at least one angler from a boating pair must be a registered member of GetDaNet Fishing Club. If you would like to get involved with our fishing club, we’d love to have you as a member. Yearly dues are $30 for an individual and $50 for a husband-and-wife couple.

AgriLife Extension has limited amounts of nuts remaining The Orange County AgriLife Extension/4-H still have pecans for sale in the office at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center located on FM 1442.

There are one pound bags of pieces-$9.50; three pound box pieces-$27; chocolate covered or white chocolate or toffee covered pecans-$7; Specialty nuts: one pound roasted and salted cashews-$9; one pound roasted and salted pistachios-$8; one pound raw almonds-$7; peanuts: 12 ounce chocolate peanuts-$5; 12 ounce honey roasted peanuts-$5; one pound hot and spicy peanuts-$4; Specialty mixes: Texas deluxe nut mix-$9; hunter’s mix-$6; California mix-$6; cran-slam mix-$7; mountain mix-$5; Samplers: four flavor one pound pecan sampler -$14; two pound fruit & nut sampler-$22; butter flavored syrup with pecan pieces 11 ounce jar$5 (Only two left); 12 ounce bag cherry sours-$3.

There is a very limited number of bags for some of these come by or call the office at 882-7010. Your name will be put on them and they will be held if you call.

Christmas Strolls Dec. 17 – 19, 22, 23 & 26, 2015 (6–8pm) shangrilagardens.org

Shangri La hosts 6th annual Christmas Strolls Shangri La Botanical Gardens will host their 6th Annual Shangri La Christmas Strolls,. The strolls will be Dec. 17, 18, 19 and Dec. 22, 23 and 26, all from 6-8 pm.

Tickets are $6 for adults; seniors, students and children are $4 and Stark Cultural Venues members are free. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive a 50% discount on admission per person for one evening for each item donated to support Orange Christian Services.

Shangri La Botanical Gardens is located at 2111 West Park Avenue in Orange and is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

2111 W. Park Ave., Orange, TX 77630 / 409.670.9113 Program of the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation. ©2015 All Rights Reserved.

City of Pinehurst garbage pickup changes The City of Pinehurst will continue residential garbage pickups twice a week until Jan. 5. Afterwards, Republic Services will be furnishing a 96 gallon polycart for garbage services.

The polycarts will be delivered to residences beginning on Dec. 14.

This service will be a one day per week service, with pickup on Tuesday, starting Jan. 5. Garbage should be out by 7 am.

Heavy trash and bulk items, including white goods, will be collected from residences at curbside on Tuesday, starting Jan. 5, with a limit of two per household. Heavy trash/bulk consists of domestic waste generated from a typical household, such as appliances and furniture that precludes the resident from placing it in the container.

Orange County Christmas bird count to be conducted The annual Christmas Bird Count in Orange Count will be conducted on Jan. 1. This count includes much of Orange County between Orange and the Neches River including Bessie Heights and the Old River Unit.

Participants will meet at the Country Store gas station at the intersection of FM 1442 and FM 105 in Orangefield at 7:00 a.m.. Those interested in participating should contact Gary Kelley at garymke@sbcglobal.net for more information.

Fraternal Order of Eagles releases schedule of events Dec. 31, the New Year’s Eve Dance with Creole Cookin’, will be held from 8 pm-midnight. Cover is $10 per chair, or $60 per table. Walk-ins are welcome. Bring your own party snacks. Reserve your chair or table early.

For more information, or questions about any of these events, call 8867381. The lodge is located at 803 N. 28th St., Orange.

RING in the NEW YEAR!

Blue Man Group returns to Lutcher

After six successful years on the road, Blue Man Group will circle the United States one more time prior to taking the theatrical tour worldwide. Audiences can catch the wildly popular, award-winning Blue Man Group when they return to Orange Dec. 22-23.Tickets are on sale now and are available at www.lutcher.org or by calling the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 886-5535.

Join us as we celebrate the

Holidays Celebrate the season at our holiday open house and let us express our gratitude for the privilege of working with great people like you. Please bring your family and friends to join us as we say “thank you” to our clients, friends and community. Happy Holidays!

When: Friday, December 18th 11am - 2pm

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LOCAL TELEVISION & RADIO PERSONALITY, DANA MELANCON will be manning the DJ BOOTH 7:30 PM to 9 PM and during band breaks!

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Fraternal Order of Eagles releases schedule of events Dec. 31, the New Year’s Eve Dance with Creole Cookin’, will be held from 8pm-midnight. Cover is $10 per chair, or $60 per table. Walk-ins are welcome. Bring your own party snacks. Reserve your chair or table early.

For more information, or questions about any of these events, call 886-7381. The lodge is located at 803 N. 28th St., Orange.

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Mustangs Reach Pinnacle of Texas Football Mustang Insider Meri Elen Jacobs For The Record

In true fashion, the Mustangs came out and put on a show from the first play of scrimmage, but it wasn’t a one man show as every player, both offense and defense, had to do their part for the Mustangs to beat the stubborn Cuero Gobblers. The 41-28 win over the Gobblers sends the Mustangs to NRG Stadium this Friday to play the Celina Bobcats for the 4A-Division 2 state title at 4 pm.

“Then there were two,” Head Coach Cornel Thompson said. “And that’s a big deal.

We played a very physical team and I thought that we responded well. I wasn’t happy giving up the big plays but we made adjustments for the second half. We knew we were in a fight and we bowed up and won it.”

The Chain Gang defense started the game off by forcing the Gobblers to punt on their first possession. Quarterback Jack Dallas found a wide open Thomas Wallace streaking down the left side line on the first offensive play for a 58 yard touchdown. The two point conversion was no good, but the Mustangs were on the board, 6-0 with only two minutes ticked off of the clock.

The feisty Gobblers scored on their next possession when Cuero Quarterback Elex Martinez hit the end zone from 12 yards out. The Gobblers onside kick worked and just three plays later, Martinez crossed the goal line to go ahead, 14-6.

Calm, cool and collected, Dallas and company moved the ball down the field, and on fourth down, Keion Hancock lined up at the wild cat and hit Wallace from 37 yards out for a touchdown to tie the game.

The Chain Gang forced Cuero to punt after three plays and two plays later, Dallas, who seemed to be running for his life, hit a streaking Jay’len Mathews in the end zone to go

up, 20-14.

On their next possession, on second down, Dallas hit Wallace for his third touchdown for the night from 80 yards out. Cuero’s Martinez was also

able to sneak his way into the end zone before the half and when both teams headed for the locker rooms, the Mustangs led, 26-21.

The first two possessions of

Cuero’s Elex Martinez had no where to go and no way to hide on Saturday as the Chain Gang defense pursued to the ball every play.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Jack Dallas looks down field for an open receiver. Dallas completed 14 passes for 268 yards and has 199 completions for 2973 yards for the season.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Thomas Wallace scored on four touchdown passes Saturday. Wallace finished the game with 5 catches for 204 yards.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

the third quarter, WO-S was able to tack on two more touchdowns. Dallas hit Jeremiah Shaw on a screen pass for a 21 yard touchdown. The two point conversion from Dallas to KJ Miller was good.

The Dallas to Wallace combo scored the last touchdown from 22 yards out and Hancock’s PAT was good.

The Gobblers were able to score again on another Martinez run, and looked to be creeping up to score again

when Martinez fumbled the ball and Jarron Morris recovered on the 9 yard line. On their next possession, Cuero’s backup quarterback was intercepted by Ronald Carter, ending any hopes of the Gobblers chances to win.

“We played a great football team Saturday,” Thompson said. “I’m thrilled with this victory. We need to be able to run the ball better. We are go-

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Mustangs take on Celina for state championship ing to go about our work week like normal and focus on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We are going to take care of our books, since it is exam week and get mentally and physically prepared for this week. This is the goal we set when the season started.”

Now the Mustangs will face Celina (15-0) for the state championship. Celina beat Gilmer, 49-44, in the last few seconds of the game when the Bobcats intercepted the Buckeyes in the end zone.

“Celina has several state championships and although we have faced them several times in track, we have never played them in football,” Thompson said. “These are the best two teams left in 4A and it should be one heck of a football game. You can through the stats and everything out the window now. We have to be the best for 48 minutes Friday.”

Celina, who is led by quarterback Connor Pingleton, runs a spread offense but will also play some old slot T/wing T. Pingleton has thrown for 3500 yards and 45 touchdowns and is also the leading rusher with almost 900 yards. His favorite targets are receivers Braydon Watson and Trayce Young and Jarren Alexander runs the ball.

“They run a defense like Newton with a single linebacker,” Thompson said. “They are pretty good on defense, but so are we.”

Thompson knows that this is something his players will never forget.

“I’ve told them to relish the moment,” Thompson said. “This week will come and go and things will happen that you will never forget. Enjoy every minute of it.”

Tickets will go on sale Wednesday in the WO-S athletic office at 9 am. Hours are 9-12 Wednesday and Thursday and 1-3 pm Wednesday. Pregame prices are $14 for adults and $10 for students with all tickets at the gate $15. NRG Stadium is located within the inner loop of the southern portion of Interstate Loop 610 between Kirby and Fannin Street.

The WO-S cheerleaders will host a community pep rally Thursday evening at 6 pm at the high school gym. The cheerleaders are offering to pain car windows between 4:45 and 5:45. There will also be spirit items for sale, including a program that can be autographed by the players.

Everyone is also invited to the send off Friday morning at approximately 9am that will begin at the high school. Family, friends and fans can line the streets and cheer on the players as they head to NRG Stadium.

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Steven Tims leads the pack to stop Cuero’s Jordan Whittington. Tims leads the defense in total tackles for the year with 195.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

The Mustang defense warmed the Gobblers all night. Cuero finished the game with 362 total yards, most coming on the ground.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Torrien Burnett takes down Cuero’s Jordan Whittington during the first half of the Mustangs 41-28 win over the Gobblers.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Thomas Wallace scored on four touchdown passes Saturday.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

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Plenty of Christmas picks for the outdoors FOR THE RECORD

The Dallas Cowboys learned a lesson on what it is to be a playoff team when they met up with the Green Bay Packers this past weekend.

NFL playoffs nearing KAZ’S KORNER JOE KAZMAR FOR THE RECORD

e two National Football League franchises from the Lone Star State found out ďŹ rst hand Sunday what it takes to be a playo-bound team. e Dallas Cowboys went to Green Bay and discovered why the Packers are so good in the month of December. e two teams played the entire game in a rainstorm and unseasonably warm temperatures, which is very unusual at this time of the year in Green Bay. But the Packers are accustomed to using bad winter weather conditions to assist in their late-season success year-in and year-out.

Actually the Cowboys got a huge break with the temperature in the 50’s when it generally is 20-30 degrees lower in December.

But the warm weather didn’t

help the Cowb oys’ oense, which was nearly nonexistent and made easy 28-7 winners out of the Packers. e victory solidiďŹ ed Green Bay’s (9-4) hold on ďŹ rst place in the NFC North Division where they lead the Minnesota Vikings (8-5) with three games remaining while the Cowboys (4-8) just about ran up the white ag in the NFC East Division. ings don’t look nearly as weak for the Houston Texans, although their 6-7 record doesn’t look much better as far as qualifying for the NFL playos is concerned.

But the Texans are in a unique position because their lousy record in the AFC South Division is actually tied for being the

best mark in that division with Indianapolis thanks mainly to the injury of the Colts’ starting quarterback Andrew Luck. e Texans found out that defending Super Bowl champion New England can still operate efďŹ ciently against an inferior opponent despite having a laundry list of starting players out with injuries. e Patriots’ defense, which is far from being notorious in the eyes of the rest of the league, sacked Texans’ quarterback Brian Hoyer ďŹ ve times. He left the game with a possible concussion as his team managed just two ďŹ eld goals and lost 27-6 in the nationally-televised fame on NBC Sunday night.

In order for Houston to reach the NFL playos the Texans will have to do something they’ve never done in their franchise history— beat the Colts in Indianapolis Sunday. Whoever wins this huge contest will have sole

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Okay, Mom ‌ how many times since throwing away the last of the anksgiving turkey, have you asked Santa’s number one helper what he wanted for Christmas? e answer is always that same less than helpful, “I don’t need anything.â€?

While that answer is not altogether truthful, more especially if you have a pot of money remaining after taking care of everyone from the kids to second cousins, it is at least honest and doesn’t necessitate any further conversation.Honest or not, no Mom will ever entertain the thought of everyone but Dad opening a gift on Christmas morning! us the reason I receive so many phone calls the ďŹ rst two weeks of December from so many lady type people. A few of them simply buy a guided trip and declare their shopping a done deal, but a larger percentage of them are looking for a single item to buy their ďŹ sherman that he might not buy himself.

For years I wondered why they didn’t seek advice via the email route, but I was recently informed that an email did not guarantee the surprise factor.

Because they shared their home computer with Santa’s helper, they were afraid that he might just open any suspicious emails.

Is that not the same thing as the kids shaking the presents under the tree when Mom and Dad aren’t there?

Regardless of whether or not you ďŹ nished the rest of your shopping with a pot of money left over, the following gifts are aordable “Can’t Missâ€? items for your favorite ďŹ sherman. You don’t have to concern yourself

with size or color and if he already has one of them he will be more than pleased to get another.

If he is a saltwater ďŹ sherman, the ďŹ rst thing I would do is ďŹ ll his stocking with several packages of three and four inch H&H Usual Suspect swim baits. ey don’t make any bad colors, but silver shiner and morning glory or two of the best. ey catch trout, redďŹ sh and ounder year round.

If he is a bass ďŹ sherman, however, you might want to pass on the stocking stuďŹƒng as their lure needs are much more diversiďŹ ed!

My ďŹ rst choice of gifts is a Frogg Togg rain suit. While their top of the line Pilot suit is incredibly dry and warm, it is designed to meet the needs of the angler that shouldn’t even be on the water in that kind of weather.I love mine, but in this part of the country, regardless of whether I am on the water or watching high school football in the rain, I usually wear one of the lighter Toad Skinz suits.e fabric is dry enough to repel a sti rain, eliminates wind chill and doesn’t restrict range of motion.

Regardless of your choice of suits, buy your ďŹ sherman the bibs rather than the pants. e lighter classic and pro-lite suits made Frogg Togg a household name for outdoorsmen years ago and while they are less durable, they are reasonably dry and as welcomed in a golf bag as they are in the boat. Regardless of the time of the season, they eliminate the chill of that ďŹ rst boat ride of the day and take up less room than a sandwich bag when you are ďŹ nished with them.

A pair of Salt Life sunglasses could well be the most important gift you ever put under the tree. ey not only look good, but will protect his eyes from the long term damage caused by UV rays.e lenses in these glasses are made by Zeiss and not only

are they unbelievably clear, but water repellent as well. ere is no substitute for not having to remove your sunglasses in order to see when running a boat in the rain. e frames come in a variety of styles, but the lenses that I most prefer are copper or coppergreen. Yet another gift that he does not have to ďŹ sh to enjoy.

If your favorite ďŹ sherman even occasionally catches enough ďŹ sh to clean, buy him a Bubba Blade.

Fortunately, at least from a business perspective, I ďŹ llet more ďŹ sh in a single year than the average weekend ďŹ sherman will clean in a life time and this knife has made my life much easier!

No more burned up electric knives. No need for an electrical outlet at the cleaning table. In the past two years, not counting the Bubba Blades that we were able to ďŹ nd in area sporting goods stores, clients and ďŹ shing friends have ordered over 200 knives and most of them bought two or more.

I personally ďŹ nd the most versatile knife in their expanding line-up to be the 9-inch tapered ex blade ďŹ llet knife, but I use the 7-inch a great deal as well. e blades hold a razor sharp edge seemingly forever, but when they need sharpening, I rely on number four in my list of “can’t missâ€? gifts. ere is no knife sharpening device easier to use than a Work Sharp knife sharpener. It will not only sharpen his Bubba blade, but everything in your kitchen drawer from steak knives to scissors. Obtaining a razor sharp edge requires nothing more than plugging it in and drawing the edge of the blade across a belt at the angle pre-determined by the guide.Four or ďŹ ve strokes on either side of the blade and it is as sharp as it can possibly get. e best news for you Moms prospecting for a “can’t missâ€? gift is that I already own at least one of every item listed and I won’t be disappointed if any of them show up in a package with my name on it. Maybe this will even save you a last minute call as you sure don’t want to risk an email!

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Snow geese keep hunters coming back for more fun Chuck Uzzle For e Record I stood at the edge of my driveway with my head cocked to one side and a smile on my face, the big group of speckle bellied geese finally came into view and the picture was now complete. I turned to walk back into my yard to continue working with my 6-month-old lab puppy and I froze again, this time it was snow geese that stopped my forward progress. I don’t know what it is but it seems I hear geese almost everywhere these days, sort of like you think you hear the phone ring when you are in the shower, you are not quite sure but you have to stop and listen anyway.

For legions of waterfowl hunters the goose represents a regal and extremely challenging quarry. Many hunters believe the mature snow goose is perhaps the toughest of all game birds to hunt, they have great eyesight and their instincts are incredible. On a typical goose hunt most hunters take plenty of the “snow white” juveniles, they are the easiest to lure into shotgun range. Mature snows, with their noticeably darker plumage and bigger bodies, tend to be decoy wary and much tougher to fool. A true big mature snow is indeed a trophy to be proud of as any hunter can attest to. e flocks of these great birds have invaded the Texas coastal prairies and have afforded

Orangefield picked up a trophy at the recent Port Neches-Groves basketball tournament.

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hunters some outstanding action. Guides along the coastal prairie have had some outstanding hunts lately thanks to some foggy mornings. e overcast skies and foggy weather make it much easier decoy these wary birds into your spread. During the second split it seems like the geese are making the transition from rice stubble to plowed fields where they are dining on all sorts of different foods.

Hunters with access to plowed ground and green fields have the upper hand for the rest of the season as the menu will change once these birds ready themselves for the migration back north. Green field hunts in January can be awesome as the geese load up on the protein rich grass, sometimes it’s difficult to even

Korner possession for first place in the AFC South Division with just two games remaining.

And it appears that both teams have opponents with losing records and should win out if they can win on Sunday. e Texans play at Tennessee and finish the season at home against Jacksonville while Indianapolis finishes at Miami and at home against Tennessee.

One of the main topics of conversation on ESPN’s “First Take” Monday was the fact both commentators agreed that the New England Patriots could get to the Super Bowl this year on Tom Brady’s arm and Brandon Bolden at running back.

But they added that more of their injured starters would have to return to action if the Patriots were to play Carolina or even the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl 50.

Both agreed that although Carolina looks almost unbeatable, the Seahawks have been playing the best football in the NFC the last four games. ey also pointed out that Seattle’s quarterback Russell Wilson is having a monstrous year and in the past four games has had a 138 quarterback rating, has thrown for 16 touchdowns and zero interceptions.

Skip Bayless added that if “e Beast” (Marshawn Lynch) returns from his stomach ailment, Seattle would be doubly hard to beat in the playoffs.

But because of Seattle’s five early losses, the best the Seahawks can do is get an NFC wild card berth, for which they are front-runners along with Kansas City going into the last three weeks of the season. us far, only Carolina has clinched a division championship (NFC South) and Arizona (NFC West) is assured of a playoff berth.

Cincinnati should win the AFC North but received a huge setback when quarterback Andy Dalton broke his right thumb in the Bengals’ 33-20 loss to Pittsburgh Sunday and will probably miss the rest of the season and maybe even the playoffs.

Denver is the front-runner for the AFC West, but Kansas City is rapidly gaining ground after winning their seventh straight game Sunday. e Chiefs, Pittsburgh and the surprising New York Jets are competing for the two AFC wild cards.

Washington, Philadelphia and the New York Giants are all in the running for the NFC East title, despite having losing records. e Cowboys at 4-9 are barely mathematically alive.

KWICKIES…e rumor around the Southland Conference is that my McNeese State Cowboys might be looking for a new head football coach with Matt Viator being courted by

shoot them out of a field. I have seen farmers drive into green fields to work and the geese will get up just long enough for the farmer to pass and then they go right back to same spot and continue eating. Late regular season hunts and early conservation season hunts will more than likely be better in these green fields.

Speaking of the conservation season, Texas could stand to take a page out of Louisiana’s playbook. Over across the river the goose hunters get to take advantage of the conservation season during the split between duck seasons, talk about a bargain. If Texas would allow hunters to be able to hunt

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several larger universities. Word has it that Louisiana-Monroe is the front-runner and wants Viator badly as their new coach, who guided the Cowboys through the regular season undefeated. Viator reportedly is making somewhere in the vicinity of $160,000 as the Cowboys head man with the Monroe school offering somewhere in the $300,000 range.

And while on the subject of college football, it’s hard to believe that the first of the 41 bowls kicks off Saturday afternoon. In fact there are five post-season events scheduled for Saturday— New Mexico, Las Vegas, Camellia, Cure and New Orleans bowls.

Georgia Bulldog fans are upset that Beaumont Central outstanding running back Devwah Whaley changed his mind an uncommitted to play for the Bulldogs after Head Coach Mark Richt left for e University of Miami. I can’t blame the youngster, who is rated as the thirdbest high school running back in the nation, because nothing will be like it was presented by Richt and his staff, who probably won’t be there either next fall. e Lamar Cardinals men’s basketball team’s brief threegame winning streak came to a screeching halt Sunday when the Virginia Tech Hokies brought them back to Earth 88-53. Playing big-time schools like that can

only make the Cards (5-4) better for Southland Conference play that begins in a couple of weeks e Houston Astros got the fire-balling reliever they’ve been looking for when they obtained 25-year-old closer Ken Giles from the Philadelphia Phillies.

But Giles didn’t come cheap as the Astros gave up their 2013 No. 1 pick Mark Appel, and three other right-handed pitchers Vince Velasquez, omas Eschelman and Harold Arauz plus lefty hurler Brett Oberholzer.

Houston also picked up shortstop Jonathan Arauz. e ‘Stroes are probably not through dealing, either.

Tennessee Titans’ rookie quarterback Marcus Mariota became the first player in NFL history with 250 yards passing (268), three or more touchdown passes (3) and 100 or more yards rushing (112) in the same game.

JUST BETWEEN US…Good luck to the West Orange-Stark Mustangs in their quest for their third state championship in school history when the meet the undefeated Celina Bobcats 4 p.m. Friday in beautiful NRG Stadium in Houston. e Mustangs have rolled past five straight playoff opponents but are meeting a team in Celina that already has won eight state championships. I look for our ‘Stangs to win with their ChainGang defense, 20-16.

Orangefield’s 7th Grade and 8th Grade Boys Basketball teams competed in the Port NechesGroves Middle School Basketball Tournament over the weekend. e both teams were faced with a challenging opponent in the first round as they took on the Canines of Central Middle School. In the first game the 7th grade was defeated handily by a very athletic Central team 50-10, but the 8th grade battled for four full quarters and made a game of it with their great defensive effort. Offensively, Kent Michael had one of his better games leading the team with 8 points. A layup off of a turnover inside the final minute of the game put the Canines up 26-25, but the Cats got the ball back with 4 seconds left in the game. ey used a timeout to get themselves in position to go the length of the floor for a potential game winner and once the ball was inbounded the Bobcats executed perfectly setting up a shot from the elbow for Colby Gonzales. Gonzales put up a good shot at the buzzer that bounced everywhere on the rim, but did not pass through it and Central narrowly escaped Orangefield with a first round win.

In the next game of the night, both teams faced off against their district opponent the Little Cypress Cubs. e 7th Grade got off to a rough start going down 19-10 in the 1st half. After the break, Bryce Bergeron and the Bobcats got things going with a

14-6 3rd quarter to creep back into the game versus the Cubs.

Bergeron poured in three 3pointers in the quarter and led the Orangefield in scoring with 17 points, but the Cats never could completely close the gap falling to Little Cypress 32-28. In the 8th Grade game, the Cats clawed their way to their first victory of the year, overcoming the previous heart breaker earlier in the day. Orangefield jumped on the the Cubs early and never let up. e Bobcats stifling defense helped them to an 11-3 4th quarter that put Little Cypress away for good. ey won 29-18 and were led in scoring by posts, Kayson DuBois who had 11 and Colby Gonzales who chipped in 8 of his own.

Friday night’s win advanced the 8th Grade into the Consolation game of the PN-G Tournament versus their longtime rivals, the Bridge City Cardinals, on Saturday morning. Bridge City came into the game having already knocked off the Bobcats 25-21 at their place to open the season, but it was obvious that both teams had drastically improved since their first match up. Most of the story of this game was Orangefield’s inability to stay out of foul trouble. is was a surprise to see as the Bobcats had played two wonderful defensive games the night before. Kayson DuBois and Clayson Choate both fouled out in the 4th quarter of a game that rarely saw the lead grow to more than a bucket for either team. e Cats also had three players

finish the game with four fouls a piece and Bridge City spent most of the game in the bonus going 19-30 from the charity stripe.

Guard, Heston Puckett had a great offensive showing, scoring 13 points to led the team in a game that saw a the momentum swing and the lead change often.

After the Cards knocked down two free throws to knot the game at 35-35, the Bobcats turned the ball over and gave up a layup with just a few seconds left on the clock. Orangefield advanced the ball to half court and called a timeout with guess what?... Yes, 4 seconds remaining on the clock and a chance to win for the second time this tournament. e Cats drew up an inbounds play, but when Bridge City squeezed the paint Chase Broussard decided to pull the trigger and drill a deep three pointer at the buzzer for the “walk off ” win! When asked about the play of his team Coach Reed was full of praise saying, “We have gotten better every time we stepped on the floor this season. ese kids played their hearts out all weekend and to their credit it finally showed up on the scoreboard.

We won or were in every game we played and that’s all we could ask for. It’s nice to come home with some hardware and it’s that much more fun for these players having won it on a great shot at the buzzer.” e final score was 38-37 in favor of the Bobcats.

All of the Orangefield teams will be at home next ursday and resume district play against the West Orange-Stark Stallions.

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Blue Man Group comes to the Lutcher Dec. 22-23 After six successful years on the road, Blue Man Group will circle the United States one more time prior to taking the theatrical tour worldwide. Audiences can catch the wildly popular, award-winning Blue Man Group when they return to Orange Dec. 22-23. Tickets are on sale now and are available at www.lutcher.org or by calling the Lutcher eater Box Office at

886-5535.

Blue Man Group is comedy, theatre, rock concert and dance party all rolled into one. e Blue Man Group theatrical tour showcases classic Blue Man favorites, along with brand new content. Now approaching their 25th year of creativity, this artistic group is continually updating and refreshing Blue Man shows with new music, fresh stories,

custom instruments and stateof-the-art technology.

“We live in a fast-paced, everevolving world. e Blue Man character is a curious being who explores our cultural norms, our every-day objects, but he sees them with fresh eyes and an innocent perspective. As the world around us changes, we are constantly inspired to create new scenarios for the Blue Man to ex-

Uzzle under the special conservation rules during the regular season you can bet there would be a drop in the overall population. The problem with allowing the special rules to go into effect that go along with the conservation season is that you are technically illegal by normal standards. During the conservation season you can hunt with an unplugged gun, you can now carry 5 shells instead of just 3. Also during the conservation season hunters can use electronic calling devices, these are illegal during the regular season. One possible way to get around this is to make it illegal to possess any bird other than a light goose if you are hunting with an unplugged gun or a calling

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plore,” said Phil Stanton, CoFounder of Blue Man Group.

“Plus, we really like to keep things fresh and vibrant. For almost 25 years, although the content within the show varies, the mission of every Blue Man Group show has remained the same – to bring the collective audience together with the Blue Men for a euphoric celebration, a heightened state of being alive.”

Continued from Page 4B device, if you have a duck in your possession you would be in violation of the law.

This probably will never happen but it sure makes you wonder how good it could really be.

For now though hunters will have to make due with the birds that are here and wait until January to break out the callers and unplug their shotguns. e only problem with having to wait until special season comes around is that there are a bunch of geese already leaving and heading back north, the special season is really only good until about Valentines day. After the middle of February these geese are spooky and flying high, not a good combination for

hunters. For those folks willing to venture north to Arkansas or Missouri the spring conservation season is about as good as you could ever imagine.

Most of those birds sit there for a few months and rarely get hunted until the conservation season opens and then it just gets crazy good. is trip is a must for any waterfowler.

As for right now the hunting is good and should do nothing but get better. e next time you hear that faint noise above and look up and see that familiar line of geese in the shape of a “V” you can bet you’re not the only one looking to the sky and wondering.

Fighting Concepts of Bridge City would like to congratulate Russ Crone, 16, of Orange, who recently participated in the Grappling Games Competition. On Dec. 12, Crone, traveled to Spring, to compete in The Grappling Games and came home with the big win and a gold medal. Pictured from left to right are Russ Crone and Coach Gibbs of Fighting Concepts.

KAZ’S FEARLESS FORECAST

Mustangs win it all JOE KAZMAR For e Record State Championship Playoff Games is Week WEST ORANGE-STARK (141) over CELINA (15-0) 4 p.m. Friday at NRG Stadium in Houston—e Mustangs have been waiting more than 360 days for the opportunity to return to the state championship game. Ironically, they will be playing the Celina Bobcats who defeated 14-0 Gilmer—the team the ‘Stangs lost to in the 2014 state championship game—by a score of 49-44. If the Bobcats surrender 44 points to WO-S, the Mustangs, with their touted Chain-Gang defense, will have made their year-long wait very worthwhile and Celina will have to wait for their ninth state championship.

REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES—Class 6A-I— Galena Park North Shore (12-3) over Austin Westlake (14-1); Class 6AII— Katy (15-0) over Lake Travis (15-0); Class 5A-I— George Ranch (15-0) over Mansfield Lake Ridge (15-0); Class 5A-II— Cedar Park (15-0) over Frisco Lone Star (14-1); Class 4A-I— Waco La Vega (15-0) over Argyle (14-1); Class 4A-II— West Orange-Stark (14-1) over Celina (15-0); Class 3A-I— Cameron Yoe (13-2) over Brock (15-0); Class 3A-II— Franklin (150) over Waskom (15-0); Class 2AI—Canadian (15-0) over Refugio (13-2); Class 2A-II— Bremond (15-0) over Albany (14-1).

BOWL GAMES NEW MEXICO BOWL 1 p.m.

Sat. in Albuquerque, N.M. (ESPN)—Arizona (6-6) over New Mexico (7-6).

LAS VEGAS BOWL 2:30 p.m.

Sat. in Las Vegas (CBS)—Utah (93) over BYU (9-3).

CAMELLIA BOWL 4:30 p.m.

Sat. in Montgomery, Ala. (ESPN)—Appalachian State (9-2) over Ohio (8-4).

CURE BOWL 6 p.m. Sat. in Orlando, FL. (CBSSN)—San Jose State (5-7) over Georgia State (66).

NEW ORLEANS BOWL 8 p.m.

Sat. in New Orleans (ESPN)— Louisiana Tech (8-4) over Arkansas State (8-3).

MIAMI BEACH BOWL 1:30 p.m. Mon. in Miami (ESPN)— Western Kentucky (11-2) over South Florida (8-4).

FAMOUS IDAHO POTATO BOWL 2:30 p.m. Tues. in Boise, ID. (ESPN)—Utah State (6-6) over Akron (7-5).

BOCA RATON BOWL 6 p.m.

Tues. in Boca Raton, FL. (ESPN)— Temple (10-3) over Toledo (9-2).

FCS Tournament Playoffs (Semifinal Round)—Sam Houston State (11-3) over Jacksonville State (12-1), North Dakota State (11-2) over Richmond (10-3).

PRO PICKS—St. Louis over Tampa Bay (ursday Night); NY Jets over Dallas (Saturday Night); Minnesota over Chicago, Jacksonville over Atlanta, Houston over Indianapolis, Carolina over NY Giants, New England over Tennessee, Seattle over Cleveland, Washington over Buffalo, Kansas City over Baltimore, Green Bay over Oakland, Miami over San Diego, Cincinnati over San Francisco, Pittsburgh over Denver, Arizona over Philadelphia; New Orleans over Detroit (Monday Night).

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County Extension honors volunteers

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Orange County recognized their 2015 volunteers at the volunteer appreciation dinner (December 1,2015) at the convention and expo center in Orange. Volunteers represented the 3 extension program areas (4-H & Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences and Agriculture and Natural Resources). The purpose of the evening was to appreciate the volunteers efforts throughout the year.�Left to Right: Ashlee Krebs, CEA-Agriculture, Patty Walker, Sabrina Gray, Sharon Odegar, Sheri Bethard, Phillip LeDoux, Sheri Jones, Sheri Birkhold, Tommy Byers, John & Andrea Bilbo, Fallon Foster, CEA-Family & Consumer and Christina Ritter-CEA- 4-H/Youth Development

Foreman celebrates 100th with Dec. 19 dessert party Cecile Foreman will celebrate her 100th Birthday Dec. 15. Cecile was born in Loreauville, La., to Gabriel Blanchard and Falisca Oubre Blanchard.

She moved to Texas as a very young child with her parents and has lived in Orange since. She loves the state of Texas.

As a young woman Cecile worked at the bag factory in Orange and later went to work as a welder at the shipyard during World War Two. After the war she married Hugh (Tubby) Foreman, a marriage that lasted 50 years. During the early part of their marriage they had a farm and ran a dairy. Later they owned and operated a meat market and sold pork. ey became well known for their pork sausage. In 1960 Cecile and Tubby started Foreman’s Construction and Landscaping which is still in operation today by her sons.

A dessert party is planned for her on Saturday Dec.19, from 1:00-4:00 pm, for family and

friends, at daughter Betty’s home located at 2607 W. Norman Circle in Orange. e party is being hosted by her children, Ann Hoffpauir, Betty ibodeaux, Carol Courville, Roland Sullivan, Jerry Foreman, Tom Foreman and Steve Foreman. (paid announcement)

Left to Right: Ashlee Krebs, CEA-Agriculture, Linda Tinsley, Gwen Borel, Commissioner John Banken, Jodie Davis, Marilyn Dartez, Linda Spurlock, Betty Bibbo, Becky Hutchison, Becky Webb, Brenda Davis, Mary Burks, Claire Smith, Cary & Kathy Hester, Devin Michael. Ernest Alphine, Les Daigle, Pam Honeycutt, Fallon Foster, CEA-Family & Consumer Science and Christina Ritter, CEA-4-H/Youth Development.

Ashlee Krebs, CEA-Agriculture, William Ramos, Vanessa Davis, Austin Rollins, Travis Rollins, Sierra Hutchison, Triston Jones, Fallon Foster, CEAFamily & Consumer Science and Christina Ritter, CEA-4-H & Youth Development.

Students who recently participated in the Operation Christmas Child program are: (front row) Valerie Leblue, Mia Yellott and India Alexander; (back row) Josh Howard, Chad Hughes, Justin Meaux, Nathan Rose, Tyler Bevlaqua and Blake Dupre. Not pictured are sponsors: Sharon Monk, Ledena Howard and Steve Howard.

CCS students help with Operation Christmas Child On Dec. 11, several 11th grade students from Community Christian School traveled to Dallas to volunteer their Friday evening at Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child’s Processing Center. Each holiday season from anksgiving through the week before Christmas, the Operation Christmas Child ministry sets up

temporary collection warehouses in several cities throughout the United States, including Dallas, to receive shoe boxes filled with gifts and toys which have been donated by local churches and individuals. e CCS students inspected hundreds of toy-filled shoe boxes to prepare them for final ship-

ping to churches and missionaries worldwide who will give the shoe boxes and Bibles to children to share the message of Jesus.

At the end of their volunteer shift, the CCS students were excited to learn that over 600,000 toy-filled shoe boxes had been processed at the Dallas facility alone since anksgiving.

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Stephanie Jeane of Complete Staffing has won a $25 Chamber gift certificate in the “I Found It In Bridge City” selfie contest. Stephanie was presented her gift certificate by Ambassador Chairperson, Elyse Thibodeaux, at the December coffee.

The Chamber is giving away one more gift certificate for $50 in December. To enter post a selfie with the item you found in Bridge City on the Bridge City Chamber’s Facebook page using hashtag #IFoundItInBridgeCity along with the business name of where you found it.

This contest runs through Dec. 20. For a complete list of rules go to www.bridgecitychamber.com.

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Good Shepherd Lutheran to hold two Christmas services Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 945 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City, invites the community to attend two days of worship services. There will be a Christmas Eve service at 5:15 p.m. for special music including a choir anthem. and congregational singing of hymns. The annual Candlelight service begins at 5:30 p.m. which includes Holy Communion. Christmas Day Worship with Holy Communion starts at 10:00 a.m.

Good Shepherd church wishes each and all a heart full of joy as you remember God’s amazing love shown through His Son, Jesus.

Faith UMC to hold Winter Wonderland Christmas Festival The Faith United Methodist Church in Orange will hold a Winter Wonderland Christmas Festival Sunday, Dec. 20, from 3-6 pm. There will be games, food, crafts, hay rides, family fun, Santa and real snow! The event is free to attend.

The church will also be holding special Sunday morning church services beginning at 10:30 am. A Night of Hope will be held Monday Dec. 21, at 6 pm. This service is for all who will struggle through the Christmas season. Finally, there will be a Christmas Eve service with Christmas carols, communion and candlelight. The services will begin at 5 pm.

The church is located at 8608 MLK in Orange.

FUMC Orange to hold Blue Christmas service First United Methodist Church of Orange invites the public to a special Blue Christmas service on Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 6:00 pm, in the Slade Chapel, located on Elm St. between 5th and 6th St. Those who have lost a loved one or are experiencing other life challenges have found this service helpful.

your order by calling one of the following ladies: Tana @ 7352044 or Pat @ 626-2585.

Wesley UMC to hold pecan, walnut fundraiser Wesley United Methodist Church is taking orders for Durham pecans and walnuts. Pecans and walnuts come in one pound bags and are from this year’s crop. Pecans come as pieces or halves and walnuts are mixed halves and pieces. Pecans are $9.50 per pound and walnuts are $8.50 per pound.

If you are interested in ordering some of the nuts, contact DorisWilson at 886-4804, or Jan Neely at 735-5885.

Shangr La hosts 6th annual Christmas Strolls

Shangri La Botanical Gardens will host their 6th Annual Shangri La Christmas Strolls, Dec. 17, 18, 19 and Dec. 22, 23 and 26, all from 6-8 pm.

Tickets are $6 for adults; seniors, students and children are $4 and Stark Cultural Venues members are free. Bring a nonperishable food item and receive a 50% discount on admission per person for one evening for each item donated to support Orange Christian Services.

Shangri La Botanical Gardens is located at 2111 West Park Avenue in Orange and is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bethel Baptist Church offers free meals Bethel Baptist Church, 2906 Western Ave., West Orange is offering free meals each Wednesday at 5:00 pm. For more information contact Pastor Frank Young at 936-465-1203.

Good Shepherd to host pecan fundraiser Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Bridge City has started their annual Durham-Ellis nut and products fundraiser. This fundraiser supports their music program, which provides scholarships to music major students at our colleges and universities.

This year they are selling pecan halves 1 lb. bag for $8.75, pecan pieces 1 lb. bag for $8.25, walnut halves and pieces 1 lb. bag for $8.25, roasted cashews 1 lb. bag for $ 6.75, raw almonds 1 lb. bag for $6.50, trash mix 1 lb. bag for $ 3.50, hot and spicy peanuts 1 lb. bag for $ 2.50, peanut brittle 7 oz. bag for $ 3.50 and frosted praline pecan 12 oz. bag for $8.75 .You can place

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Good Shepherd Lutheran to host Pizza with Santa Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will be hosting their annual Pizza with Santa, Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 6:00 pm, at the church, located at 945 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City.

There will be pizza, salad, cookies and punch between 6-6:30 pm. Santa will begin receiving children between the ages of zero and 12 at 6:30 pm. He will have a gift bag for each child.

Guests are welcome to bring cameras to for photos, or the church will gladly take photos of your child and email them to you. The public is invited.

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

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409-330-7882 COMMERCIAL FOR RENT ON ROUNDBUNCH RD, BC, various sizes and prices, frontage available.

Rear spaces cheaper. Perfect for shops, storage, warehouses, etc. 409-7352030 (m&r)

LAND FOR SALE 3 Wooded acres Mauriceville, end of Circle 7, Lots 8,9,10 in Greenwood Acres.

Electric Available.

409-745-1028 37 plus acres for sale by owner in LCMISD, 5724 Gilbert Dr., off 1130 in Orange.

22 acres are mature trees, 15 acres cross fenced pasture. No owner finance. For more info call 337-296-5401. (12/30)

TWIN LAKES ESTATES Newest development in the desired Orangefield ISD, .5 ~ 2.0 acre tracts w/private lake access.

Water, sewer, gas, electricity, and internet are all available! Several new homes completed and several under construction! Come get your lot today! Owner financing available. COUNTRYLAND PROPERTIES, LLC, 409)745-1115. (11/3) REPO Tracts available.

2.4 acres and 2 acre in LCMISD,Mobile homes and livestock OK, water / sewer and electric is installed. Owner financing available.

COUNTRYLAND PROPERTIES, LLC, 409)745-1115. (11/3) 10 acre tracts available in Mauriceville. Wooded, secluded acreage with private drive off Hwy 12, mobiles and livestock OK Owner financing available.

COUNTRYLAND PROPERTIES, LLC, 409)745-1115. (11/3)

HOMES FOR SALE Will Owner Finance, $43,000 with $2,000 down - for 15-20 year loan (no pre-pay penalty). 2 BR, 1 bath, 1 car garage on cul-de-sac.

1605 E. Lamar. Good neighborhood. Call David at 409-673-7016.

Will Owner Finance 65,000 with $3.000 down - for 15-20 year loan (no prepay penalty). 4 BR, 2 bath, 2 carports on corner lot. Good neighborhood. 107 W. New Jersey in Cove, off Dupont.

Call - 409-673-7016

Call 735-5305 • Penny Record Office: 333 West Roundbunch, Bridge City • County Record Office: 320 Henrietta, Orange Note: Offices Closed On Wednesday

For Sale by Owner 10418 FM 1130 in LCM School (not Orange City Limits). 1670 sq ft, 4BR, 1 1/2 BA, Living Room Den combo, Fireplace, DR, Kitchen with center island. Detatched 2 car carport with 11x24 shop, detached 12 x 15 green house. Completely refurbished inside and out. $160,000 NO OWNER FINANCE 409-779-2566

For Rent 16x80 O.F.I.S.D one block to school Ca/h & w/d hookup. NO PETS, large lot 700.00 month plus deposit. 409-720-8699

HOMES FOR RENT

For Rent 3 BR/1.5/2 story house, newly remodeled,carport & storage. 900 month plus deposit. 409-504-8879

2218 Crabtree, 2 BR 1 Bath. Furnished appliances, dryer, washer, gas range refrigerator.

409-883-8166 FOR RENT 2912 Byley, 4/1 1/2/1, Fenced yard.

Rent $500, Deposit $200. Call 832-671-7127 House for rent in quiet adult neighborhood. Little Cypress ISD. 2BR, 1 Bath, L/K Combo, DR. Kitchen Appliances, AC/H and carport w/ WD hookups. $700 per month plus deposit.

Call 409-883-3619 4/2 W/ ALL APPLIANCES, New House, CA/H, moderate income, must have 4 children to qualify,large yard, (409) 735-2030.

3 BR, 2 Bath, Central Air / Heat, Roomy, quiet Neighborhood and references required,NO PETS with a $500 Deposit - $900 month 409-474-1147 For Lease in BC Nice 3 bedroom home with 2 car garage, living room,Den Ca/h with fenced yard. $900 month call for appointment.

409-313-4652

For Rent 3/2 in West Orange 1300 sq ft, safe neighborhood,fenced yard,storage.900.00 month plus deposit.

409-504-8879

APARTMENTS Duplex apartment, 1 bedroom, 1 bath. CA/H Newly remodeled. Open concept, laminate flooring. BCISD. Gas, water & trash paid. $650 mo.

Deposit $400 Call 409553-1483 One bedroom furnished apartment. Single Occupancy: Smoke, drug, and pet free. All utilities paid.

600 monthly, plus 300 deposit. 2619 Briggs Drive 3 blocks from Bridge City. 735-4569

ROOM FOR RENT Room for rent, utilities paid $400 month.

409-460-3710

APPLIANCES 30 GAS DRYERS, $100 TO $200, CALL HARRY @ (409) 886-4111.

USED APPLIANCES starting at $99.95 at Harry Appliances, 302 10th. St.(10th. & main)

HERE’S MY CARD Robert E. Hamm Agent

RobertHammInsuranceAgency 8747 9th Ave. Port Arthur, TX 77642

Cell 409•454•0258 Tel. 409•727•8869 Fax 409•727•5960 rhamm@farmersagent.com

Orange, We buy used appliances, 409-8864111

READ IT ON: www.therecordlive.com

Maytag washer and dryer for sale. $300.00 for the pair. 409-2217909

Pinehurst Animal Shelter 886-4378/998-2614 Bridge City Animal Shelter 735-5028 Pups in Peril 540-0299 Sweet Pups 769-1684

MISC.

ROLLING WALKER with seat, 250lb. cap.,can fold up for easy transport.

New Condition. $60 Call (409) 735-6936 4000 Watt LP Generator Sportsman Brand New never been used. $400.00 409-779-3665

ADOPT A PET, DON’T SHOP FOR PETS!

28 Foot Aluminum Extension Ladder $75.00 Please call 409-883-9025 or 409882-4615 Wheels for Challenger/ Charger. Chrome clad, with locking lugs, 20x8 $300.

409-779-3665.

AUTOS Buick Lesabre 2004, 3.8 V^, 4 door swdan w/70K miles. Leather heated seats, dual control AC, CD player, Fully loaded, power windows and seats. New brakes, tires & battry. Excellent condition inside & out. $5,000 409-745-4988 or 409-670-3690

2011 Harley Davidson

Super Glide Custom Less than 6K miles, oil cooler with chrome HD cover, forward foot pegs, HD cushion grips, special root beer paint color, well maintained (scheduled maintenance), One owner/rider.

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

409-221-8969

WANTED Want to buy 70,71,76,77 monte carlo for project car maybe anss Call 386-490-0721 ask for Doug.(12/16)

409-735-5305 or 409-886-7183 ORANGE’S OLDEST HOMETOWN APPLIANCE DEALER

SI NCE 1963

HARRY’S

APPLIANCE & SERVICE, INC.

• FREEZERS • DISHWASHERS • REFRIGERATORS • WASHERS & DRYERS • RANGES • AIR CONDITIONERS We sell parts for all major brands - We service what we sell!

FREE LOCAL 302 10th St. DELIVERY Orange

409•886•4111

We wish all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

CASUAL CAR SALES Reliable Vehicles • Fair Prices

(409) 886-7223

Putnam Richardson Owner

Simply Sweet Treats

1 FREE Cupcake with this ad!

409•886•2253

2494 MLK Drive Orange, TX Limit 1 per customer, per day!

HOME REMODELING

Addition’s, Basements, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Desks, Roof Repairs, Tile Work, Paint, Carpentry, Dry Wall, Cabinets, Patios, Stucco Work...

ORLANDO MIGUEZ 770-826-4831 Free Estimates...Local since 2008

2600 MLK Dr. Orange, TX 77630

HELP WANTED Drivers: NEW Beaumont location~ local positions! Home Daily!

Benefits!

Vacation!

Paid Holidays! Safety Bonus! Rider Policy! $19/hr, $900/week guaranteed! Dry Van Freight! CDL-A, 2yrs exp, clean MVR, good work history, HAZMAT,/Tanker endorsements REQUIRED. Apply: www. gptruck.com. Or Jeff or Rich 800-922-1147 x8678 or x6083 Drivers: CO & O\ Op’s: Earn great money Running Dedicated! Great Hometime and Benefits. Monthly Bonuses. Drive Newer Equipment!

CALL: 855-582-2265

DRIVERS-COMPANY CDL-A FLEXIBLE HOME TIME. EXCELLENT MONEY & BENEFITS. WE’RE HIRING. LOADS OF WORK! NO TOUCH FREIGHT. 800-588-7911 X125

GROCERY/PRODUCE

person needed, exp. required.

No phone calls!

Apply in person only at Robert’s Meat Market See Tina Myers before 5pm.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS!!!

Maci Moo Jewelry & Gifts

2415 McKee Drive Orange, TX 409•330•5808 Every Saturday

9:00 am to 4:00 pm Fashion Jewelry featuring Style & Co., Betsy Johnson, Anne Klein, Vera Bradley, Custom-made jewelry.

Crosses, Garden Flags, Designer Perfume & Handbags (New & Preowned), Scarves, Hand painted Wine Glasses & Lighted Wine Bottles, much, much more.

50% off all Jewelry

ANNOUNCEMENTS GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP to promote healing after the loss of a loved one meets Mondays at 6 p.m. and Wed. at 10 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 945 W. Roundbunch Rd, Bridge City. Good Shepherd Compassionate Friends is open to anyone who would like to join.

RAPE AND CRISIS CENTER of SETX provides critical services for those in crisis due to sexual assault, rape, suicide or general crisis. In addition, a 24 Hour Hot line is provided for crisis intervention, referrals and support group sessions for sexual assault/rape. victims.

Our number is 1-800-7-WE-CARE or 1-800-793-2273

The Record • WEEK OF WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2015 R&R CONSTRUCTION

AL-ANON meets DEMOLITION • LAND CLEARING Wed. & Sun. at WORK 7 pm. CONCRETE DEMO PONDS SITE In the rear of the San- Christmas Sale on ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARING tuary Building at 4775 Sat., Dec. 19th at DOZERS • BACKHOES • TRACTOR WORK N. 16TH ST (N87) in 7728 South Wooton in Orange, 77962. Call Orange.

Everyone Angela 409-474-2171 welcome! 1 Day Sale or Candy 409-779Gary Ragan 4289 for details.

409-746-2433

AVON

409-679-9096

NEED ANY KIND OF DIRT WORK? CALL

DIVORCE CITATION BY PUBLICATION (NO CHILDREN) - CDVPUBWD THE STATE OF TEXAS

TO: REGINA L. WEDEKIND, Respondent,NOTICE: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M. on the Monday next following the expiration of 20 days after you were served this citation and petition, a default judgement may be taken against you.

The petition of CHARLES D WEDEKIND, Petitioner, was filed in County Court at Law #2 or Orange County, Texas on November 12, 2015, against REGINA WEDEKIND, Respondent, numbered 150917-D, and entitled

R&R CONSTRUCTION

“IN THE MATTER OF THE MARRIAGE OF”

DEMOLITION • LAND CLEARING PONDS SITE WORK CONCRETE DEMO ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARING

The Court has authority in this suit to enter any judgment or decree dissolving the marriage and providing for the division of property which will be binding on you.

DOZERS • BACKHOES TRACTOR WORK

409-679-9096 Gary Ragan

CHARLES D WEDEKIND and REGINA L WEDEKIND

The suit requests a divorce.

ISSUED AND GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court at Orange, Texas this November 9, 2015.

VICKIE EDGERLY, District Clerk Orange County, Texas By: Vickie Edgerly

READ IT ON: www.therecordlive.com

Drivers/Owner Operators!

Local Work! Home Daily, Benefits!

CDL-A, 1yr exp, Great Driving record.

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281-693-4587 or 888-215-4285

9B

SINCE 1963

10B

• The Record • Week of Wednesday, December 16, 2015