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Vol. 51 No. 21

Week of Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Commissioners keep burn ban if effect Nicole Gibbs

For The Record

Jeff Kelley, director of Emergency Management, told the Orange County Commissioners on Monday that the last little bit of rain Orange County had didn’t even register.

“We don’t really have any long-term relief in sight,” Kelley said. “Maybe a little bit of rain this Thursday and Friday, but it’s only a 60 percent change of isolated thunderstorms.”

Kelley went on to explain that there were only two coun-

ties in the state of Texas that have not yet implemented a burn ban.

The Emergency Management office is working diligently with the Road and Bridge Department to distribute Burn Ban signs throughout the county.

The Burn Ban remains in effect.

Veteran’s Service Office Gene Smith, Veteran’s Service Officer, asked the Commissioners to consider the re-classification of the Benefit Coordinator position to Assistant Service Officer with ef-

fective date of Oct. 1, 2011.

“We used to have an Assistant Veteran’s Service Officer,” said County Judge Carl KELLEY Thibodeau x.

“That position became empty when the past assistant resigned from her position to work with the County.”

Thibodeaux further explained that the County hasn’t has anyone qualified apply to fill the position since that time.

“As I mentioned on my initial interview, it has been my objective to train my relief if something should ever happen to me or for when I get too

old to work,” current Veteran’s Service Officer, Gene Smith said. “The gentleman I hired, Mike Powell, is doing an excellent job. He has exceeded all the other Benefit Coordinators in the three weeks he’s been there. I really believe he deserves to move up to that position.”

This re-classification would increase Powell’s salary by $4,436 but would not go into effect until the next year’s budget. However, when Powell and Smith were hired, they declined the health insurance plan through the County because they already had a plan of their own.

Smith also asked the Court COUNTY BUSINESS PAGE 2A

Labor Day Picnic Monday Penny Leleux

For The Record

Donna Doucet, owner of Donna’s Daycare and Preschool in Orange, believes that love is a necessity to work in a daycare. Donna offers a home away from home, but also teaches each child to respect others and helps them learn the fundamentals (counting, ABCs, colors, etc). Pictured above are Landyn, Isabella, David, Assistant Director Cindy Burkhead, owner Donna Doucet, Shea, Aiden, Bree, Elliott, Cailynn and Dylan.

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Daycare a home away from home Darla Daigle

For The Record

The weight and importance of a job is often measured by the elaborate thoughts one has when they think about that career. Brain surgeon, physicist, astronaut as examples. Not on the list: daycare worker.

Donna Doucet, owner and director of Donna’s Daycare and Preschool in Orange knows this better than anyone.

For the past twenty years it has been her daily calling to care for the children of others.

Being a home away from home for the most precious, vulnerable and busy members of someone else’s family is not only difficult for many reasons, but a giant responsibility.

“I had been around it, worked in daycare. I loved it. I still love it. I love being around the kids, being active with them,” she explains.

Anyone who has been around a toddler for even a few hours will recognize what it takes to deal with a small hoard of them all day every day for twenty years. It is a calling to be able and willing and still enjoy it. It is a calling.

“Yes, you have to love your job! People think, ‘Oh I baby sit all the time, I can do this.’ That is just not true. Running a daycare and dealing with them on this level is much different,” says Donna, “You have to love them all the same, not see black or white just each child and their needs.”

Donna finding her calling is evident.

State mandated evaluations are extremely strict and have become even more so through the years. Each daycare in Texas is accessed on multiple DAYCARE LIKE HOME PAGE 3A

American Legion Blue Star Banners Mike Louviere For The Record

For the second year the American Legion has honored active duty service men and women by sponsoring the Blue Star Banner Program.

The Blue Star Service Banner Program was designed and patented in 1917 by World War I Army Capt. Robert L. Queissner of the 5th Ohio Infantry. Queissner had two sons serving in the front line in France. The banner quickly became the unofficial symbol of a child in service.

On Sept. 24, 1917, an Ohio Congressman read the following into the Congressional Record: “The mayor of Cleveland, the Chamber of Commerce, and the governor of Ohio have adopted this service flag. The world should know of those who gave so

much for liberty. The dearest thing in all the world to a mother and father—their children.”

During World War II, the Department of War issued specifications on the manufacture of the flag as well as guidelines dictating when and by whom the Service flag could be flown or when the Service Lapel button could be worn.

Typically, the Blue Star Service Banner displayed in windows in an 8.5 by 14 inch white field with a blue star sewn onto a red banner. A banner can contain more than one star. There can be one for each child in service. The size can vary, but the banner should be in proportion to the U.S. Flag The blue star represents one family member in active duty in the armed forces. There can be as many as five stars on one

Post 49 member Roy Nation receiving banner for his grandson, Sgt. Tyler Nation, U.S. Army.

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banner.

The Blue Star Service Banners are displayed by families who have a loved one serving in the armed forces, including the National Guard and Re-

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Local seniors will gather for the 12th annual Pinehurst Labor Day Picnic, Monday, Sept.

5 at the Family Worship Center (old Bancroft Elementary School on 41st Street). The picnic, which began in 1998 under the administration of Mayor Pete Runnels, was postponed, then cancelled in 2008 due to Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. The tradition resumed the following year.

Couples will be dancing to the tunes of BB and Company, featuring Britt Godwin on lead guitar and Bubba Moore on base. Band members have played with many famous artists, such as Tracy Byrd, but they choose to stay closer to

home these days.

Food will be provided by the city and Robert’s Steakhouse.

The menu will be PERMENTER gumbo, links, potato salad and drinks.

The event is not just for Pinehurst residents. “We get people from Orangefield, Little Cypress, West Orange and everywhere else,” said Pinehurst Mayor T.W. Permenter.

They normally prepare for around 800 and have anywhere from upwards of 500 in attendance each year. “We’re looking for a great turnout and it’s always been a good picnic LABOR DAY PICNIC PAGE 3A

New guidelines for OC Social Services Greg Hayes

For The Record

Despite the current state of the economy, and unemployment on the rise around the nation, the Orange County Social Services have not seen an influx of people knocking down the proverbial door.

In fact, director Jennifer Haney can count the number of new applicants on one hand … literally.

“We have had five applicants file under the new guidelines,” Haney said. “We really haven’t had an increase in applicants like some think we might have.”

The new guidelines Haney speaks of is the minimum percentage of the poverty level income being raised in the county from the state requirement of 21 percent to 49 percent of monthly income this past year.

Under this increase, a family of five which would have received $458 under the state’s 21 percent can get $1,069 under the 49 percent.

Applicants are re-evaluated every three months to see if they can keep receiving the assistance, Haney said. The numbers for 2011 under the new guideline were approved by the Commissioners’ Court on Monday.

“The commissioners approved the new guideline be-

cause they want to be able to help as many people as they can,” Haney said. “Raising the percentage under the new guideline was able to be done without affecting the budget.”

Haney said that she thinks the reason they have not seen OC SOCIAL SERVICES PAGE 3A

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County business to consider the re-classification of the receptionist position to a clerk 2 position with effective date of Oct. 1, 2011.

The receptionist, Charlotte Borrell, has been working for the VSO office for four years.

“She has far exceeded the duties of a receptionist,” Smith said. “She is definitely an asset to the office. She’s very reliable and very good at what she does.”

He provided the Commissioners with a list of her required duties, which filled an entire page. He also provided the Court with an additional list of the duties she willing completes, which filled another two pages.

Smith told the Court that if she will continue to perform her regular duties and

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no one else would be hired.

This would come with a pay increase of $3,439.

“We’re talking about taking care of our veterans,” Pct. 1 Commissioner David Dubose said. “I’m a veteran, also, and I think that this is something that needs to be addressed.

For $3,400 more to keep a good employee that been here for four years through all the hassle, that’s [no problem].”

Thibodeaux said that Borrell has been loyal to the county and has been an asset to the office. “The fact is, is that she has gone above and beyond.”

The Commissioners approved the re-classification of both Powell and Borrell.

November 8 Election The Court approved authorizing the Commission-

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ers to order the Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011 Local Option Liquor Election for the registered voters of The City of Vidor, by Publishing a Notice of Election in a county newspaper, Election Code Secs. 501.032.

Because the County didn’t require other cities, such as Pinehurst, to reimburse the County for the expenses of holding a Local Option Elections, they will not require the City of Vidor to reimburse the County.

The Commissioners authorized the Early Voting Locations and Times for the Nov. 8, 2011 Constitutional Amendment Election as follows: Orange Public Library (Main Early Voting Location), 220 N Fifth Street, Orange; M au r ic e v i l le-Fi r s t B apt i s t Church, 11540 Hwy 12, Mauriceville; BridgeCity Public Works Building, 220 Nitsche, Bridge City; and RaymondGould Community Center, 385 Claiborne, Vidor.

Voting will be conducted on the following dates and times: During the hours of 8 a.m.to 5 p.m., Monday, Oct. 24, through Friday, Oct. 28; and Monday, Oct. 31 through Friday, Nov. 4. Extended Hours: Tuesday, Oct. 25 and Tuesday, Nov. 1 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The Commissioners also authorized the County Judge to give notice of the Nov. 8, 2011 Constitutional Amendment Election by publishing NOTICE OF ELECTION in a newspaper of general circulation at least once between Sunday Oct. 9, 2011 and Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, as per the Election Code.

Orange County Hiring Freeze Pct. 4 Commissioner Jody Crump asked that the Court consider implementing a hiring freeze for Orange County.

“I requested that this be put on the agenda in reference to the budget we’re going through on right now, the

economic situation with the County,” Crump said. “This gives the ability for Commissioners’ Court to take a look at positions that need to be filled.”

Crump doesn’t want to micromanage things, but my implementing a hiring freeze; it allows the departments to come before Commissioners’ Court before hiring.

This hiring freeze is effective immediately.

Other business Kelley informed the Commissioners that the construction on the Shelter of Last Resort on FM1442 is on schedule and looking good. He said that there are some aspects of it that are even ahead of schedule.

The Commissioners approved the contract renewal

ing: $98,946.50 to McInnis Construction, Inc., from general fund for Adult Probation Facility; and $675,774.18 to G&G Enterprises from general fund for Shelter of Last Resort.

between Orange County and THEnet Internet Service for the County’s regular internet service from September, 2011 to August, 2012.

Lisa Reeves, director of Management Information Systems asked the Court to approve authorizing Management Information Systems to fill the position of PC/Network Tech II, at a pay scale of NE 4, hourly rate of $14.29.

This position became vacant as of Monday, Aug. 22, 2011.

Reeves explained that they are understaffed and need to fill this position to help with major projects that are coming up. The Commissioners approved for Reeves to hire a PC/Network Tech II. The Commissioners approved the payment of bills totaling $1,267,862.04, includ-

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Daycare like home levels. This includes the food they give the children, the cleanliness and facility worthiness, policies and following of procedures as well as their employees.

The scale of this evaluation system runs from one to three, with one being the lowest rating and three being premium. Keeping a three is tough but Donna has maintained a three level for all twenty years, having never been moved off of it even one time.

“It used to be that I didn’t tell people this.

Then a state worker told me I should absolutely be telling parents this. I also started encouraging them, when they came here looking to put their child in daycare, to ask the other facilities they were considering what their state rating was. Many came back saying the daycare acted like they didn’t know.”

She goes on to explain that with today’s internet, a parent can find out these things online and she recommends they do so.

Maintaining this rating has not been a one man task. This labor of love has been a shared venture, equally impressive and to Donna’s credit are her employees. She has five employees that have been staples.

One, Cindy Burkhead, Donna’s assistant director has been working with her for close to 20 years, another for 17 years, two have been with her eight to 12 years, and the new kid on the block is already at two plus.

“I must be a pretty good boss too,” Donna smiles.

What does one do with tons of toddler energy for eight or more hours? A better question might be: what does one NOT do? Toddlers are very energetic and curious. They are also dealing with a multitude of emotional outbursts, while trying to learn the world around them.

But Donna’s is not a babysitting service, it is also a pre-school.

“Depending on their age, we start sitting them down and teaching them their numbers, letters and colors. We teach them to behave and follow directions as well as to respect others,” says Donna.

They incorporate many of the same incentives and requirements that the children will be taught under when they enter school.

Spanking, though allowed at age five, has never been used by Donna or her employees.

“We find positive reinforcement to work bet-

for the citizens,” Permenter says.

“It gives the community something to do on a weekend that there’s not a whole lot of other things going on,” said picnic committee member Pam Scales Crew.

Crew also said the fire department will have their fire trucks on display and Acadian Ambulance will be checking blood pressure for those in attendance.

Visitors may park at the school or at Sabine Federal Credit Union, where they can take a shuttle to the picnic.

People begin gathering around 9:30. The

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ter,” she explains. Cindy adds it would be helpful if parents followed some of these patterns.

Their favorite way to communicate with children is through the word ‘happy’.

“Children want to make us happy. They want their parents to be happy,” Cindy explains.

How one communicates with a child is key.

‘What you just did isn’t making me happy,’ is an example of this. Putting directions in the positive form is preferable than the negative. Saying, ‘You will respect others and their space’ is better than, ‘Don’t touch others.’

“It’s still a challenge at times,” remarks Donna, “When you feel it’s just too much you take a break and count to ten.” She said.

The special events and trips are a part of behavior incentive. There are trips to McDonald’s, skating, visits to see Santa, or a ride through the pumpkin patch. Each holiday or special event brings special craft times. Some times there are community visitors that come to them. Santa come for photos, Sparky the fireman dog come to help students learn fire safety, dental students from Lamar Orange will come discuss dental hygiene. They are being taught a multitude of behaviors and academic style knowledge.

Along with perfectly portioned nutritional meals and outdoor time two times a day, Donna’s kids get what it most important: love. She and her staff love each and every one of them.

“You have to. If you are just here for a check, they know it. You cannot deal with them this much and not love them,” her conviction on this is evident. “I am not the one at the desk here all day. I go out with them, I sit a teach them, I love being involved with them.”

Though the state mandates the amount of children each day care is allowed based on the facility size, Donna tends to run at or near her capacity of 55 children. Coming in the Spring to Orange will be the new and improved facility. Donna recently closed on a piece of property where she will build from the ground up a larger all new center. Meeks Drive will soon be their new home away from home. It will have extended hours and be able to accommodate more children, subsequently bringing more jobs to Orange.

She is excited and shows a bit of the endless energy it takes to work with children in the arena of daycare. But it is an labor of love.

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surance policies, a letter from their last employer if unemployed, proof of registration for unemployment, any pending lawsuits, proof of social security insurance and food stamps and documentation showing any divorce or legal separation.

“We can help provide basic medical care and even specialized if needed for those who fulfill the application process and are approved,” Haney said. “We can also cover three prescriptions a month, as we are contracted with certain pharmacies.”

Haney said that the office is also associated with Memorial Hermann Baptist Orange Hospital, Gulf Coast Health Center in Orange and Main Street Medical in Vidor for basic medical and with the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston for specialized care.

Blue Star Banners wars, were not embraced during the Korean and Vietnam wars. The use of the banners had nearly disappeared.

The American Legion has rekindled the program. In the difficult period of the “war on terrorism,” the use of the banner reminds us of the sacrifices of our active duty personnel and that the war touches every neighborhood in our land.

This year American Legion Post 49 of Orange stepped to the front and presented the banners to the families of ten active duty personnel.

Banners were presented to: Arliss Castle for grandson John Castle; U.S. Army, Tony Doiron for brother Sgt 1st Class Charles Doiron; Ronna Granger for son Sgt. Thomas Hope; Roy Nation for grandson Sgt Tyler W. Nation; Maridee and Douglas Stanley for son Petty Officer Rodney Saucelo; Cecelia Pillsbury for son 1st Sgt Richard Pillsbury; Kurt Stephenson for son Kurt A. Stephenson, USMC; Terry Vincent for son Pvt. Traylon W. Vincent; Willie Jones for daughter Lt. Col. Dana Flood; and Gail Langton for son Airman 1st Class Charles P. Mckinney.

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band will start playing at 10 a.m. Lunch is served around 11 a.m. and door prizes for the seniors are drawn after the meal. The picnic usually winds down around 2 p.m.

To qualify for senior prizes, participants must be Pinehurst residents 60 or over, and register at the sign-up table at the picnic.

It takes about $5,000 to host each event. For more information, or to make a financial or prize donation call Pinehurst City Hall at 8863873.

“Come on down and have a good time with us,” said Permenter.

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as many applicants approved is because people do not want to fill out the proper paperwork and give the mandatory information required.

“We’ve had people come by and ask, but a majority do not follow through,” she said. “I think it is because they do not want to fill out the required paperwork.”

In the completed application, applicants must provide proof they are an Orange County resident such as: a driver’s license, mail addressed to their current address or a voter’s registration card. Social Security cards must be supplied for all household members along with proof of income for all members of the household.

A current bank statement must be provided, as well as savings account passbooks, a recent copy of their income tax return, copies of all in-

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dent Dianne Bankston. Ochs called for the presentation of service flags by Janice Bankston, Xander Steele, Taylor Fountain, and Tatum Fountain dressed in fatigues and caps representing the branch of service they were representing. The fifth flag presenter Dillon Potter was dressed in his Naval ROTC uniform. Potter is evidence that service to our nation will be carried on by his generation.

Colors were posted and later retired, by the Southeast Texas Veterans Service Group. The four person group was dressed in U.S. Army dress blue uniform and marched with drill team presentation under the command of the Sgt. Maj. “We are pleased to do this to show our support for both the family and the person in service. This is something we plan to do each year as a part of our Post activities. We are a veteran’s organization and we want to try to make people aware of the sacrifices that the family has to make while their loved one is away from home. We hope that each family will proudly display the banner and let their friends and neighbors know that they have a family member who is away from home and in the service of our country,” said Gary Alford, Post Adjutant.

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THURGOOD MARSHALL HISTORICAL SUPREME COURT On Aug. 30, 1967, Thurgood Marshall became the first African American to become a judge of the United States Supreme Court. He was the 96th person to hold the position.

Marshall served on the Court for the next 24 years. Many people in this country believed that as a Black, he had attained the highest office a Black would probably ever reach. Only 43 years later Barack Obama, a Black became President of the United States, the highest office in the free world. After Justice Tom Clark retired, President Lyndon Johnson nominated Marshall saying, “This was the right thing to do, the right time to do it, the right man at the right place.” Marshall was confirmed by the senate vote of 69 to 11. Thurgood Marshall was born July 2, 1908. He died January 24, 1993. I’m surprised on this date, Aug. 30, 1967; more is not written and said, in 2011, about this historical event during the presidency of LBJ.

From the Creaux’s Nest THANK GOD “IRENE” LOST HER EYE First off, let me tell you never in all the years I’ve been doing this column have I missed one week. However, up to the last minute this time, I didn’t believe I would make it. We’ll see what I come up with. I’m not that good a writer at my best, but under the weather, with a bad headache, feeling lousy, I couldn’t put two words together. Being homebound though I had the opportunity to monitor Hurricane Irene. On Friday I kept hearing talk about the eye of the storm. I looked at every radar picture I could find but there was no eye, it was gone. I say to my partner, “That’s a good thing, this will never be the deadly storm it could be.” Irene had the potential to be one of our worst ever because of the path it was taking. More people live on the east coast, with crowded, high-rise buildings and subways running under cities. New York would have taken many months to recover if the “Eye” would have held, widened and strengthened to a category “4” storm. I watched the young reporters, girls and boys, who I suspect had never seen a hurricane before, try to hype it.

Finally, a weatherman, instead of “Eye” said, “Eye Wall.” That was weak but better. The truth is it was just one bad storm, not a killer hurricane. Believe me it could have been the worse ever. When it made the curve at Florida and headed straight up, instead of the “Eye” expanding, it started fractioning. So go the odds. The east coast got very lucky. However east coast towns like New Jersey, Virginia, Connecticut, and New Hampshire are learning what Ike taught us, water can be worse then wind. Those of us raised on the coast know our storms pretty well. Three things we watch is “High Pressure,” “Low Pressure” and how organized the “Eye” of the storm is. I didn’t like being laid up but I learned television personalities know very little about hurricanes. One reporter could barely stand in 42-mph winds, another had water come over his shoes and said, “The surf is starting to rush in.” It never got over a foot high. You know they couldn’t imagine what Ike did to Bridge City. I never once heard Ike mentioned during all of the reporting. I heard Katrina numerous times. “Ike” has always been treated with no respect. Ike didn’t happen in downtown New Orleans, that’s the main difference. Well, we’ve done quite well since Ike and are improving daily.*****I have to move on. Please come along, it won’t do you no harm.

LABOR DAY BOUGHT, PAID FOR WITH HARD WORK As the years go by, celebrating the efforts of the working men and women, who through their crafts built so much of this country, has diminished. Proud union members went to school, worked years as apprentices and in time moved up to journeymen, totally skilled in their craft. Even today, the best skilled labor still comes from union craftsmen. What happened? Where did so many union jobs go? I’ll tell you, but first let me remind you about what life was like for working people before unions were formed to protect textile workers and other crafts. People were worked long hours for little pay and no benefits, fired at will for being ill and missing work and many other abuses went on, up and down the ladder, for all crafts. Organizing was tough and took many years but little by little unions made life better for American families and produced work second to none, the world’s best craftsmen. Yet today crafts are not getting the work they should be getting. Maybe they are responsible for some of that but for the most part many jobs have gone to cheap labor overseas where workers are treated like American workers once were, before tough men and women bit the bullet, fought corporations and won some rights. Many construction craft jobs remain in this country but most go to non-union workers. Their work is not as skilled but they work for less pay, with fewer restraints and less safety rules. The dismantling of craft labor all started under the administration of President Ronald Reagan. They had their sights set on destroying unions, first for political reasons, second for the benefit of big business, big oil, etc. Things were getting better, and then here comes the Tea Party set to destroy workers rights, doing it state by state. All working people will have to fight back, not just unions. When the working class does well, we all do well. I don’t blame the working folks in Wisconsin for not wanting the Governor and others who have taken away union rights, to join in on their Labor Day celebrations. I’ll hear from people accusing me of being a Liberal lover. I’ve lived a long time, I know my country, and I love America and her well-being. I knew her in better days, thanks to the hard working pioneers who led the way and paid for every benefit earned. What’s most disturbing is seeing some of the youth, who forget their roots, fighting everything their folks struggled for, so today they are able to enjoy five or six weeks vacation, 40-hour weeks and all the benefits. Without the labor movement that would never have happened. I recall when they started destroying labor in the Reagan years; the common cry was “No one is worth $22 an hour for just working with their hands.” Of course the backside of that implied they were just uneducated people who could only work with their hands. They were wrong. They were smart enough to leave this generation the pleasures they enjoy today. Happy Labor Day. I recall some great Labor Day picnics, sponsored by Sen. Carl Parker, with laborers, music by the Austin gang of musicians, great food. Those were great days. It may never be that way again. I’m one who recognizes labor and what unions gave us.

We may not always agree with them but they earned our respect.

CONDOLENCES Freeman Delane, age 76, died Aug. 8, 2011. At Freeman’s request there will be no funeral service. Friends and family are invited to join in celebrating Freeman’s life at the home of cousin Corky and Betty Harmon’s, 2205 Sunset, on Saturday, Sept. 3, 5 p.m.*****We were sorry to hear of the death of Vincent Bottley, 72, who passed away Aug. 26. “Vince” had just buried his brother Russell a few days before.*****We were saddened to hear about the death of 20-year-old Amanda Kay Sharp, who passed away at home Aug. 28. Friends say she battled cancer.

Service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Amanda was a 2010 Bridge City graduate and was attending Lamar in Orange. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Lake Area Hospice, P.O. Box 2086, Jasper, TX, 75951.

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 12 Years Ago-1999 This week the National Center of Small Communities recognized Bridge City Mayor John Dubose for outstanding leadership with the “American Hometown Leadership” award.

Wal-Mart co-sponsored the award. A $5,000 grant was presented to Bridge City in Dubose’s honor. *****High school football has two new coaches in Orange County. James Conway, Bridge City and Jeff Mathews, Vidor. *****Pinehurst Mayor Pete Runnels invites all seniors to come enjoy the Labor Day picnic. *****Steve Curl, Bridge City running back was one of district 20-4A’s leading rusher from the T-Formation. New Coach Conway has installed the I-Formation. Blocking up front is 6 ft. 3in., 320 pound Curt Lucia. Last season Bridge City averaged 312.7 yards per game rushing behind Lucia. ***** Ready to shine at LCM is the mighty Mike’s, Michael White and Michael Rowe. Head Coach David Williams calls the Mike’s the nucleus of the Bear defense. *****Leading the Bobcat offensive line is senior Charles Chester, 5 ft. 10 in., 220 pounds. *****Jamal Warnell, bigger, faster, stronger for WO-S, is viewed as one of the elite running backs in 20-4A, a district that boasts such names as Bo Wortham, PN-G, Shawnderrick Charles, Lincoln, Steven Curl, B.C. and Larnell Seinegal of T.J.****Gayron Allen, WO-S all state linebacker, 5 ft., 10 inches, 195 pounder, known around the state for his hard hitting, will anchor the Mustang defense.

32 Years Ago-1979 Mary Sue Roy suffered an aneurysm while she and her husband camped at Sam Rayburn. She died Monday. She was 42 years old and was assistant to County Judge Pete Runnels. *****Others who have passed away recently are Fred Bean, Paul Weidman and Mark Darby. *****Neil Bond recently underwent gallbladder surgery. *****Debbie’s, “Little David” Fusilier is two weeks old. *****T.J. Gunn is in a Beaumont hospital awaiting heart surgery. Three bypasses are to be preformed.

37 Years Ago-1974 The Orange Chamber is paying $50 for a new slogan to replace, “Orange, East Gateway to Texas.” Judges are Bob Axelson, J.H. David and J.D. Stanfield. (Editor’s note: I wonder what slogan was chosen? I remember one that said, “Where the West Begins.” My favorite is still “Where the sun rises on Texas, and the stars shine first.”)*****The Harmon Chevy boys have purchased the Gem Jewelry, Beauty College and Thrift Shop property. *****The West Orange Chiefs will be quartbacked by Ronnie Green. The coach’s son learned his quarterbacking skills playing behind quarterback Ray Pousson. ***** The Bridge City Cardinals are blessed with two quarterback’s, Richard Slaton and Mike Van Breeman. This is the first year at B.C. for Coach Andy Griffin, who replaced Coach H.W. “Chief” Wilson. *****The field general at Little Cypress is the very capable Clint Plant.

62 Years Ago-1949 The Stark players have had difficulty finding a punter. The punting duties will probably go to halfback Don Harmon.

Three quarterbacks, Allen Burkart, Sherrel Harris and Chalmers Jones, plus end, Leon Parrish, have all tried kicking but none were very dangerous with their foot.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK Dominic Nguyen, Sheena Freeman, Christopher Coleman, Dorene Scott, Elise Domas, Erin Weidner, Mary Behnke, Paul Vandervoort,Ron Kincade, Alex Murphy, Buddy Cox, Jesse Grooms, Jay Odom, Lauren Robertson, Paul Fournier, McKinlee Smith, Virginia White, Billl McCorkle, Haley Aldridge, Pamela Layman, Vernon Dixon, Cody Knight, Ernest Procella, Hannah Hall, Judy Hollis, Shannah Heard, Kamri Swarers, Ian Higgs, Peyton Choate, T.W. Permenter, Rusty Dubose, Tammy Stevens, Tracy Hollingsworth, Barbara Daigle, Kacey Harrell, Rachel Briggs, Robert Boehme, Ryan Fisette, Thomas Tisdale, Shirley Wright, Cynthia Wedekind, Ginger Williams, Jamie Forse, Shirley Choate, Beverly Hanes, Bennie Brookshire, Branden Bailey, Carolyn Ann Henry, Cindy Myers, Jason Toal, Norma Harper, Marilyn Bennett, Susan Cooper, Brenda Lawson, Corrin Gonzales, Jessica Mobbs, Robert Vidrine, Gerald LeLeux, Keith Buker, Ouida Simonton, Paul Rhodes and Randy Godsy.

A FEW HAPPENINGS Karen Jo and hubby Robert Vance, off on a short vacation, visited the King Ranch. They say they had a great time. *****Well, I did get word on what had become of that great character Dan Barker. He lives in Houston now, close to his daughter Jill and her family. They take great care of him. Dan lost his wife Marilyn recently. Losing a longtime partner is a blow but Dan rolls with the punches. The boys at the KKK Klub and Creaux and I, would like to see him if he’s ever in town.*****Special thanks to Katheline Aras, The Record’s “Look Who’s Cooking Now” columnist, for the Tuesday lunch goodies.*****Birthdays celebrated by special folks. The Mayor of Pinehurst, T.W. Permenter, will be 74 on Sept. 3.***Sheriff Keith Merritt will reach the big 60 on Sept. 6.***Bill McCorkle, our girl Debbie’s dad will celebrate this week, also Gerald LeLeux, Penny’s better half, on Sept. 7..***Vernon Dixon, Cody

Knight, Quida Simonton and Randy Godsy all mark another big day this week. Happy birthday to all.*****Special couples celebrating anniversaries this week are Sprad and Margaret Spradlin, who mark 61 years together Sept. 2.***Our longtime friends Judge Claude and Pauline Wimberly will celebrate their 57th on Sept. 4.***Tony and Karen Fuselier celebrate another year Sept. 1.****Of course by now we all know Pat and Rosalie Clark and Mary Ann and John Scofield always celebrate on Aug. 31.*****Another longtime married couple is Betty and Corky Harmon. Betty recently went to Denver for a 10-day visit to daughter Deb. Being the thoughtful wife she is, Betty left him a note to have a good time, just don’t take on more than you can handle. I remember when young wives wouldn’t dare leave a note like that.*****Our “Jack of All Trades” Nicole Gibbs is now the aunt of ten, thanks to sister-in-law Brandy who gave birth to baby boy Moxon Gibbs, Aug. 25. He made it five nephews and five nieces for Nicole.*****Linda “Granny” Newton stopped by and brought us some fresh yard eggs. She also brought pickled quail eggs, pear preserves and other goodies. She sells quail on the hoof or in the ziplock and fresh eggs everyday. Call 409-313-6496.*****Remembering folks who passed away several years ago this week. Lannie Claybar died in the early morning of Sept. 6, 1969 in a Houston hospital. That was 42 years ago.***On Aug. 28, 1998, Beth Dugas passed away.

It’s hard to believe it’s already been 13 years since then that her husband Louis died.***Parker P.T. Thompson died Sept. 2, 2007.***Roy’s mom also died Sept. 2, 2004.*****Memory fades for Glen Campbell. Glen was diagnosed earlier this year with Alzheimer’s Disease. His final album, “Ghost on the Canvas” goes on sale this week. The Glen Campbell Goodtime Tour will take him around the world one last time. Four of his eight children are in his band. About a concert he preformed at in Biloxi Mississippi, July 15, he said, “It was wonderful, the acoustics were just right. I was grinning like a dog passing peach seeds.”

Think about that last quote for a minute. I had never heard that expression but Glenn Oliver says his mom used it a lot.*****Our longtime friend, Mayor Essie Bellfield, stopped by. Essie came by to tell Roy she had sent his Life’s Highway column to some of her Louisiana family, also former cotton pickers. Essie and Roy are longtime friends. He used to watch her girls for her when she had the Confectionary on 2nd. St. in Orange next to Roy’s liquor store.*****Country singer Chely Wright, 40, married her partner, Lauren Blitzer, 30. Both brides wore wedding gowns but skipped the veils. Since Wright is Christian and Blitzer is Jewish, a Reverend and a Rabbi officiated. The Lesbians have known each other since 2010. *****Country superstar Garth Brooks and Alan Jackson are among the inductees to the Nashville’s Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be Oct. 16 and will feature performances of the inductee’s songs by special guests.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS On Aug. 31, Van Morrison will be 66; Richard Gere, 62; Deborah Gibson, 41 and Chris Tucker, 39.***Gloria Estefan will be 54 Sept. 1 and Lily Tomlin will be 72.***On Sept. 2, Terry Bradshaw will be 63; Keanu Reeves will be 47 and Salma Hayek, 45.***Charlie Sheen will be 46 on Sept. 3 and Shaun White will be 25.*** Beyonce Knowles will be 30 on Sept. 4, Shar Jackson, 35 and Damon Wayans, 51.***On Sept. 5, Bob Newhart will be 82 and Raquel Welch will be 71.***David Allan Coe will be 72 on Sept. 6, Jeff Foxworthy, 53 and Elizabeth Vargas, 49.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Otis Bilbeaux was stopped by big Chester Comeaux, da game warden, in the Afchafalaya Basin. Otis was leaving a lake well known for it’s bass. Otis, him, had two buckets of dem fish. Big Chester, da game warden, axe, “Do you got a license to catch dem fish?”

Otis replied, “Mai, no, you see dese are my pet fish.”

Big Chester say, “Pet fish? Wat’s dat you talking about hanh?”

Otis say, “Every night I take dem down to da lake, let dem swin, wen I whistle dey jump back in da bucket and I take dem home.”

Big Chester say, “Dats a bunch of hooey, fish can’t do dat.”

Otis looked at dat game warden wit sad eyes and great hurt. “Well den, I’ll jus show you it really does work.”

Big Chester say, “Me, I got to see dat.”

So Otis him, he poured da fish in da lake and stood waiting. After a while, da game warden turn to Otis and sad, “Well?”

“Well wat?” axe Otis.

“Wen you gonna call dem back hanh?” axe Chester.

“Call who back? Axe Otis.

“Da fish!” said Chester.

Otis calmly said, “Wat fish?”

C’EST TOUT Well, I’ve made it to the end. I don’t know how good I did but it was 50-50 that I wouldn’t do any so I’m proud of my work.

Somethings I felt strongly needed saying. So many writers today don’t want to upset anyone. Maybe I’ve just gotten too old to not tell it as I see it. No one says you have to agree, it’s just my opinion.*****Well, politics will start for real right after Labor Day. The Republican Primary will heat up. The last poll shows what I suspected, the Tea Party is the albatross around their necks. They are the most disliked group in the country. They might carry the day in primary elections but are guaranteed to lose the general. Because of that you’ll notice some are moving away from them. Also, you will start seeing Rick Perry’s onion start getting peeled away and revealing his Texas miracle is just air castles.*****President Obama must get bold on jobs and the economy and have the guts to call the players out who fight his efforts to turn the country around.*****On the lighter side, Dancing with the Stars has dropped to an all time low.

Nancy Grace, now over 200 pounds, is picked to win. Maybe Ron Paul will be our next president.*****I’ve had all the fun I deserve for one day. My time is up. Thanks for yours. Read us cover to cover. Don’t miss Conwell’s and other ideas.*****All senior citizens are invited to the Pinehurst Senior Labor Day Picnic, next Monday, 10 a.m. till. I hope to be there, I qualify.

Two of my friends, if they attend, could be the oldest lady and oldest man. Lots of food, prizes and the great music of Britt Godwin. Y’all come. I look forward to six inches of rain anytime it comes but hopefully it will miss Labor Day. Take care and God bless.

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Happy 50th Anniversary!

Don and Linda Bihm of Bridge City celebrated their 50th Anniversary with a family trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida, this summer with their children and grandchildren.

Lynda Allen and Don Bihm were married on Sept. 2, 1961 at St. James Catholic Church in Port Arthur. They resided in Nederland for over 30 years.

After Don retired from Chevron and Lynda retired from the Nederland Independent School District they relocated to Bridge City.

Don and Lynda have two sons and a daughter: Brent and Melissa Bihm of Katy, Texas; Blake and Kate Bihm of Magnolia, Texas; and Shane and Belynda Champagne of Bridge City, Texas.

The couple also have seven grandchildren: Katelyn and Madison Bihm; Brandon and Lexi Bihm; Evan Kyler; and Evvy Champgane.

Orlando, Florida, this summer. with their children and grandchildren.

Rick Perry, proffessional politician for president KENT CONWELL For The Record

A couple weeks back, our own Rick Perry, PPP, (Professional Politician for President) tossed his Stetson in the ring for the top honcho of the country.

I don’t know how far he’ll go.

I’ve no idea if he’ll even get the Republican nomination, and if he does, I have no idea how he’ll fare against Jimmy Carter the Second.

I’ve never met the man, but those who have say he is very charismatic. I don’t know about that, but I met Bush once at a Workforce Commission reception in Port Arthur.

I can testify that guy is charismatic. Maybe not real smart, but-well, magnetic is a good word.

I did vote for Bush. Unfortunately, he left the country in worse financial condition than he received it. Despite partisan efforts to ignore the fact, Clinton did leave us a surplus.

Of course, Bush was hit with a couple wars, which does cost a little more than an afternoon movie and burgers. And then he came up with a couple unfounded initiatives, a stimulus and Medicare drugs, that stuck us deeper in the hole.

As even the most fanatic of Republicans must admit, he, despite the reasons, started digging this hole of debt, and then the bizarre policies of Obama dug the hole even deeper and much faster.

Can Rick Perry solve our problems?

He hasn’t solved Texas’ deficit, but he won’t demean our country as the current POTUS. He won’t kowtow to other countries.

But will he solve our problems?

Much was made about his August Prayer conference, but the fact is in the last eight or nine years, he earned $2.68 million and gave only $14 thousand to religious organizations. That is about one-half

percent of his income while average Americans donated 1.2 percent.

And they call him an “evangelical” candidate?

Excuse my cynicism, but I’ve got a nagging feeling the Reliant Stadium Prayer thing was more political than religious.

And then five or six years back, he tried to ramrod through the I-35 Trans-Texas Corridor that would have displaced thousands of farmers and ranchers, taking from them hundreds of thousands of acres at distressed priced.

Citizens protested so vehemently that the project was dropped last year.

A couple years later, he came up with an executive order to vaccinate all sixth grade girls in the state against cervical cancer without parental consent. Oh yes, and the vaccine came from Merck, which was represented at the time by Perry’s former Chief-of-Staff.

Coincidence? Not hardly.

(You know why Perry, Obama, and others use the executive order, don’t you? It is a underhanded way to sneak a lousy idea around a legislature or congress that won’t go along with it.)

What about the Texas budget?

When Anne Richards left office, Texas had a surplus.

George W and Rick Perry took us into the dizzying heights of 27 billion dollar shortfall.

While railing against federal waste and stimulus, Perry used the 6.4 billion of Obama’s stimulus money to help balance the last two Texas budgets. Oh, yeah. Almost forgot.

Texas is paying higher taxes since he became governor.

I don’t have to tell you how hot it has been this summer, but Texas under Perry is holding on to millions of dollars slated to aid thousands of lowincome and elderly folks pay

for electricity.

The Dallas Morning News said Texas has collected $130 million to help those unlucky Texans to cool their homes, but has actually provided only $28 million, half of what they were providing ten years ago.

Why? The budget shortfall--that he helped bring about. (talk about Obama-Bush clone) There’s a lot of political rhetoric out there, but here is truthful example of how Perry and politicians of both parties are kicking the unfortunate and old folks in the teeth.

Now, I didn’t know this, but according to the Beaumont Enterprise, in 2004 and 2006, Perry gave Countrywide Mutual $20 million to create 7500 jobs in Texas by 2010 or repay $834 for every job less than the agreed up total.

They failed, repaying Texas $6.04 million. Still, Countrywide came out with a tidy $13.9 million profit.

The flip side of that is that each job Countrywide created cost the Texas taxpayer $2,666.

It appears to me like many politicians, Rick Perry plays loose and careless with tax money.

Let me give you another example. When the governor’s mansion burned, Texas was about $11 billion in the hole.

Since then, he has spent over $600,000 in public money to rent a sprawling estate in the hills outside of Austin.

Now, I wouldn’t want our governor to live in shack while the mansion is being rebuilt, but $600,000 is outrageous.

Considering the guy presently in the Oval Office, Perry might fit right in as president.

At least, we’d have him out of the state.

But then, we’d have Dewhurst.

“Oh, Lord What Kind of Times are These” Written by Edee Pratt on Sept. 11, 2001

September the 11th 2001 will go down in history, This period in our lives was touched by tragedy.

We had tears in our eyes as a nation watched with disbelief, Many victims and heros died.

Oh, Lord what kind of times are these?

Out of all wrong, God will make things right. Evil won’t take our tomorrows and united we did stand.

September the 11th is now gone and we don’t know what tomorrow brings Out freedom and liberty is at stake, What a price our country paid.

No, Terrorist didn’t care if they were right or wrong And it’s so hard to understand why they hurt us so.

Now, I guess we can expect some sad and even hard times And folks, we need to pray for our country To still remain One Nation Under God Throughout all eternity.

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Vaughans capture the Sabine River Championship COLBURN-FISHING CAPT. DICKIE COLBURN For The Record

Michael and Scott Vaughan posted a very solid 7.12-lb stringer in winning the year-end Sabine River Championship. Their victory earned them a $1210 check. Mike Chargois didn’t have a bad day either taking home a $600 check for second place with 6.88-pounds and an additional $240 for a 4.56-pound big bass.

Third place honors and a $365 check went to the team of Jonathan Simon and Kevin Vaughan with 6.04 pounds. The championship culminated a very successful season of Tuesday evening tournaments hosted by Simon Outfitters.

Every tournament was well attended and those that fished it on a regular basis praised the worker-friendly schedule and three fish format. The 2012 season will officially kick off on March 12.

For the past two years, Sabine Lake fishermen have blamed the ever-increasing redfish population on everything bad in regards to catching trout. I do think the shallow water bullies make things a little tougher on wade fishermen committed to stalking big trout in skinny water, but I am yet to fish with even the most ardent trout fan that doesn’t respect the power and dragburning runs these fish serve up.

Even with the increased number of tournaments hosted on Sabine this year, the summer fishing pressure has been lighter than it has been in years. Both the oppressive heat and the ongoing drought have combined to encourage the weekend angler to pursue cooler outdoor activities that include some semblance of shade. I can assure you there is no shade in the middle of Sabine Lake and most anglers’ idea of a fun day on the water does not include dehydration and sunburn!

So…..a combination of all of the above mentioned factors has in my opinion, resulted in some not so accurate conclusions re-

garding the health of the speckled trout population.

While I have not caught nearly as many six-pound plus trout as in years past, the numbers of fish in the 14 to 17 inch class may have never been better. I attribute the scarcity of bragging size fish to the fact that we lost so many prime time days in late winter and early spring to the wind.

With the exception of taking advantage of the schooling redfish phenomena most every day, we have spent the past two weeks getting more serious about our trout fishing and have not been disappointed. We have had to switch gears somewhat to get it done, but the catching part has been better than average for this time of the year.

The drought has basically pinned the shrimp up in the bayous and marsh and they are not coming out in any significant numbers until we get some rain or the north wind starts draining the marsh. When the shrimp are not in the lake, the user friendly bite of fall does not take place.

There are no birds to key on and the 14 to 18-inch trout are just not bunched up and feeding like there is no tomorrow. For that reason alone, area fishermen that don’t have the luxury of fishing any time they want find it difficult to locate the fish and return home convinced that the fishing is worse than ever.

I can’t say that I don’t occasionally have a day when I don’t agree with that assessment, but I am on the water enough to know that changing tactics is usually more productive than callSELL ingWE in the dogs. If you are not a purist and are not eaten up with how you catch PARTS FORtrout, spend more time in the rivers, Neches or Sabine, until the shrimp migrate into the lake.

ALL You MAJOR don’t have to drastically change your approach. On most days fishing a finger mullet or shad on a Carolina rig will proBRANDS!!! duce more fish, but we do very well simply bouncing tails rigged on quarter ounce jig heads off the bottom. You do not have to worry about fishing pressure as there is no end to the rock piles and sunken debris lining these tributaries.

Tide changes are very important when fishing this pattern.

We have done a little better with tails fishing the steeper banks of the ICW, but we are currently catching a world of trout fishing the shallower banks of the rivers with Swim baits, crankbaits and topwaters.

The ratio of keepers to throwbacks has been much more favorable in the ICW. I would guess that about 20 percent of the trout we are catching in the river are keepers, but we are easily catching 40 to 50 fish each trip. And, not surprisingly, we finish each morning with a few slot reds and flounder as well.

While catching small trout can be frustrating for the fisherman looking to have a fish fry at the end of the day, the plethora of undersized trout speaks volumes for the future. Enjoy catching them, be gentle with them when you release them and fish fries that include trout will not be as difficult to come by this time next year!

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Yes the yearly ritual usually starts at the counter of your local sporting goods store with you standing in line with everybody else who waited until the last minute to get their license. Take advantage this year, buy your license on line, avoid the hassle, and do it at your own convenience.

Speaking of September, many local bow hunters have already begun to get all their gear in shape for the archery only season opener on October 1. The parking lot at Precision Archery looks like an ant hill right now with the amount of activity going on.

Precision Archery is basically the center of the bow hunting universe for hunters from all over this part of the state and beyond as their reputation for being some of the most knowledgeable folks in the business is well established.

Local bow hunters have been bagging trophy animals with their help for years and not just during standard archery seasons. One such hunter who recently took advantage of the off season hunting opportunities was Robert Bisson of Bridge City.

Robert just recently made a trip to Gillette Wyoming in search of a trophy pronghorn antelope and that’s exactly what he found.

While hunting with Center of the Nation outfitters (307-6870087) Robert connected with a great pronghorn.

“I watched this antelope for hours while he was out of range from where I was set up. Finally he got up and made his way to the water hole where my blind was and gave me a broadside shot.

When the arrow hit him I couldn’t believe how fast he ran off, it was impressive. I was really happy with the size of his horns, he was tall, heavy, and just what I was looking for” said Robert.

The great buck scored 71” on the Pope and Young scale and should be plenty large enough to make the book. Congratulations to Robert on a great trophy.

The bow hunters still have a few weeks before the season starts but local water fowl hunters are just days away from early teal season. Sept. 10 is opening day for teal season and the prospects look good, especially if you are fortunate enough to have water on your lease.

Cutline: Robert Bisson took this great Pope and Young class pronghorn antelope on a recent trip to Wyoming.

The severe drought has plenty of hunters scrambling for areas to hunt, especially those that hunt rice fields or crawfish farms.

Many of these areas that normally have water are dried up and have been dried up for months. Some farmers or land owners have been pumping water to their fields but without any substantial rainfall it’s difficult and incredibly expensive to try and keep up.

The hunters who have property leased in the marshes may have the upper hand this year. Normally early teal season in the marshes is really slow, this year that may be a completely different story.

I started getting a few reports of some teal showing up locally

and that should only get better as we head for the next full moon.

Most of the travel during the migration is done at night and that usually corresponds with the full moon.

Teal numbers are through the roof and the potential for a great season is certainly there.

We’ll know for sure in a few days.

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Deaths and Memorials Death Announcements:

Michael Bernard DeLee Orange Michael Bernard DeLee peacefully passed away Sunday, Aug. 21, 2011, in Orange, Texas. He was born Sept. 14, 1949, in Port Arthur, Texas, and lived in Kerrville, Texas for many years. He was the son of the late A. A. (Gus) DeLee and Rita von Pohl DeLee, and he was the brother of the late James A. DeLee. He is survived by his sister, Sharon DeLee Loeb of New Orleans, La., and Katherine DeLee Byars of Baton Rouge, La.; and by numerous nieces and nephews.

Mary Elizabeth Cormier Orange Mary Elizabeth Cormier Anderson, 34, of Orange passed away on Monday, Aug. 29, at Baptist Hospital in Orange. Funeral Arrangements pending at Dorman Funeral Home.

To Be held:

Ruby S. Ryan Orange Ruby S. Ryan, 69, of Orange went home to be with her Lord on Monday, Aug. 29, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

A Graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Officiating will be the Rev. Forrest Wood, pastor of First Baptist Church of Orangefield.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Jonesville, La. on Dec., 25, 1941, Ruby was the daughter of Elton Clayton Ryan and Edna (Boyd) Ryan. Ruby was a valued employee at the Vidor Police Department where her coworkers were considered her “other family.” She retired from the department following 30 years of service. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Orangefield.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Elton Lee Ryan, Archie Ryan, Howard Ryan, Richard Ryan; and four sisters, Lil Richardson, Joy Wyles, Myrtle Ryan and Juanita Marringer.

Those left to cherish Ruby’s memory are her daughter, Donna Lynn Ener and husband, Randy of Orange; granddaughter, Lacie Ener of Denton; step-daughters, Melanee Scales and husband Mark, Melissa Guidry and husband, Glen; and grandchildren, Erik Smith, Jarred Alleman, Aimee Scales, and Adam Scales all of Orange; brother, Louis Ryan and wife, Janette of Houston; sisters, Shirley Wyles Watson of Dardanelle, Arkansas, Sarah Wyles and husband Dee of Pearl, Mississippi; sisters-in-law, Judy Ryan, Linda Ryan, Clara Wyles Fults, all of Orange; and many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

Marjorie Elizabeth (Billie) Ann McNeill Foote Orange Marjorie Elizabeth (Billie) Ann McNeill Foote passed away on Saturday, Aug. 27, in Sugar Land, Texas, from a brief illness. She had just celebrated her 99th birthday on July 31, being born in the year of 1912. She lived a good, long life and touched the lives of many.

The graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011, at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange.

Elizabeth was born in Orange to Ellece Sholars McNeill and William Austin McNeill, on July 31, 1912, at 7:30 PM. She was an only child. She grew up with many relatives in the home of Judge Orin Ransom Sholars, longtime resident of Orange.

Elizabeth was graduated from Orange High School in 1928, and then attended Baylor University for a semester.

She was married in 1981 to Kenneth H. Foote until he passed away in 1996. She lived in Beaumont, New Braunfels, Huntsville, Harlingen, all in the state of Texas. Her later years were spent in the Houston area. She had various jobs throughout her life, including being an X-ray Technician during World War II. She also was an avid golfer.

She is survived by seven second cousins; Susan Hall, Sarah

Hall, Sandra Hall, David S. Wise, William A. Wise, Ann Wise Tucker, and Kay Wise McKay. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ken, her mother, Ellie, and her father William, four first cousins, Ruth Colbert, and George E. Colbert, Jean Sholars Hall, and Beth Sholars Wise.

The family would like to thank the many caregivers that Billie had in her later years. They were a blessing to her and her family.

Roger Dale Elmore Orange Roger Dale Elmore, 58, of Orange passed away Sunday, Aug. 28, at his residence.

A Graveside Service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, at The Cemetery located in Mauriceville. A gathering of family and friends will be from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange on Aug. 7, 1953, Roger was the son of Jake and Evelyn Virginia (Sharp) Elmore.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jake Elmore; and sister, Angela Carol Elmore. Roger is survived by his mother and step-father, Evelyn and George Zirlott of Orange; daughter, Alisa Dale Elmore of Ohio; and son, Jason Keith Elmore of Ohio.

He is also survived by his granddaughter, Brianna Denise Burgess of Ohio; great-granddaughter, Savanna Riley Myers of Ohio; and sisters and brothersin-law, Rhonda and Darwin Parrott of Houston, and Janice and Royce Robicheaux of Orange.

Freeman William DeLane Houston Freeman William DeLane, born on Nov. 4, 1935, passed away peacefully at his home with his daughter, Wendy and son, Blake by his side on Aug. 8, 2011.

Freeman was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Willie Lee DeLane, and nephew, Matt Stephenson.

He is survived by his son, William Blake DeLane; daughter, Wendy DeLane Hatz; and grandson, Cooper Martin Hatz; brother, Jerry and his wife Sherry DeLane; sister, Billie Jeanne Wright; nephew, Scott DeLane; nieces Cheryl Hitchcock, Brenda Riegler and Dena Painter; numerous cousins, great nieces and nephews.

Freeman was a hardworking, loving, kind and gentle man who was always there for anyone who needed him. He loved fishing and was an avid golfer.

At Freeman’s request, there will not be a funeral. Instead, friends and family are cordially invited to join in celebrating his life at the home of cousin Carlton and Betty Harmon, 2205 W. Sunset Drive in Orange, on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011 at 5 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Odyssey Hospice, 2636 S. Loop West, Suite 210, Houston, TX 77054.

Amanda Kay Sharp Orange Amanda Kay Sharp, 20, of Orange passed away Sunday, Aug. 28, at her home.

Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m.

W e d n e s d a y, August 31, 2011, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. Officiating will be the Rev. George “Butch” Sharp of Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Texas City. Cremation will follow at Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory in Bridge City.

Born in Jackson, Miss. on April 22, 1991, Amanda was the daughter of Glenn C. Mathis Jr. and Gwen Kay Mathis. She was a 2010 Bridge City graduate and currently attended Lamar State College in Orange. She enjoyed writing, reading, playing and listening to music.

Those left to cherish Amanda’s memory are her parents; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas T. Miller of Orange, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn C. Mathis Sr. of Clearlake, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Williams of Mor-

ton, Miss.; great-grandmother, Sara Bridges of Morton, Miss.; brothers, David Roberts and his wife, Tiffany of Pearl, Miss., Daniel Sharp of Beaumont, SA Timothy Sharp of San Diego, Calif.; sister, Sheila Seifried and husband, Michael of Honolulu, Hawaii; and boyfriend of four years, Seth Wade Melancon.

She is also survived by her aunts, Charlotte Williams of Orange, Shelia Williams of Florence, Miss., Pamela Hernandez and husband, Rick of Flower Mound; uncles, Dr. Roger Mathis and wife, Dr. Lynda Mathis of Argyle, the Rev. George Sharp and wife, Janice of Texas City, Billy Williams and wife, Cheryl of Florence, Miss.; and numerous cousins, one niece and nephew.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lakes Area Hospice, P.O. Box 2086, Jasper, Texas, 75951.

Pat Miller Orange Pat Miller, a long-time resident of Orange, recently died in the Atlanta area.

A Time of Remembrance to honor both Pat and her late husband, Jesse R. Miller, will be held Sunday, Sept. 4 at 10 a.m., with a reception time beginning at 9:30 a.m., in the Education Building (ground floor) of the First Presbyterian Church.

Named Vida Richard at birth in Jennings, La. in 1919, she attended USL in Lafayette before graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Education from LSU in 1939. Renamed ‘Pat’ by Jesse before they were married in 1940, the Millers lived in Wilmington, Delaware until moving to Orange in 1946 with DuPont, Sabine River Works.

Orange was considered home for Pat and Jess – his career at DuPont, her bridge clubs, serving at First Presbyterian Church, membership at Sunset Country Club and raising their children, Patricia and Brady, through Jones, Carr and Stark schools.

Most memorable, perhaps, will be the miles walked on the streets of Orange by both Pat and Jess – long before ’walking’ was promoted for health benefits!

In 2004, the Millers moved to a retirement community near Atlanta, close to the families of Patricia and Brady. Jesse died in December, 2008.

Memorial gifts may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 902 Green Ave., Orange, Texas 77630.

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Martha Daniels Orange Martha Simoneaux Daniels, 90, of Orange, died Friday, Aug. 26, at her residence, surrounded by her family.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, Aug. 29, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange with Father Tom Phelan serving as celebrant. Entombment followed in the mausoleum at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Orange.

Born in Erath, La. on May 11, 1921, Mrs. Daniels was the daughter of Robert and Helen (Boudreaux) Simoneaux. She had worked at American Bridge in Orange and later worked as a cashier for Johnny’s and Weingartens. Her most important role was that of homemaker for her husband and children. Her family cherished the special Sunday dinners she prepared. Mrs. Daniels was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community in Orange.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, H. E. “Eddie” Daniels; daughter, Gwen Dyson; sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Connie Daniels, Paul and Becky Daniels; grandchildren, Robin Dyson, Heather Dyson, Justin Daniels, Michelle Daniels, Reid Cox, Randi Garza and her husband Eric and her great grandchildren, Carley Lowe and Jersi Garza.

Rob Daniels, Paul Daniels,

Reid Cox, Justin Daniels, Weldon Smith, Clement Simoneaux Jr. and Clement Simoneaux III served as pallbearers.

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Gary Rochelle Bryan Orange Gary Rochelle Bryan passed from this earth on Aug. 26, at the age of 67.

A funeral service to celebrate his life was held Monday, August 29, 2011, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with Deacon Willie Posey officiating. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory.

Gary lived the majority of his life between Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. But the last eight years of his life, he was fortunate to share his life with his loving friends and extended family at Optimist Village in Orange.

Gary never met a stranger.

He loved to talk, and always had miniature chocolates for his grandson and friends, and dog treats for his friends’ pets.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Rochelle Duke and Georgia Lorraine Bryan.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son and daughter-inlaw, Jason and Crystal Bryan of Friendswood, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Jimmy Russell of Orange; and one grandson, whom he loved having visits from, Austin Russell of Orange.

Lillian Clark Patrick Orange Lillian Clark Patrick, 84, of Orange passed away Friday, Aug. 26.

Funeral Services were held Sunday Aug. 28, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with the Rev. David Milner of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

Mrs. Patrick was born in Halleyville, AL to Johnny Harrison and Ethel (Pinkard) Harrison Head. She was the manager at Winfree Packing Company and also a private duty nurse. She loved to fish but more than that she loved her family.

She is preceded in death by her father, Johnny Harrison; mother, Ethel (Pinkard) Harrison Head; step-father, Walter C. Head; first husband, Ras Clark and second husband, Jessie Patrick.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter and sonin-law, Peggy Clark McCollum and husband, Gene of Warren; four grandchildren, Renee Smith, Shandola Langham, Ras McCollum, Relinda Terrell all of Warren and eight great grandchildren.

She is also survived by her brother, Eugene Harrison; sister, Eloise Harvey; brother, Eddie Head and wife, Barbara and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins who will all miss her dearly.

David Jones Bridge City Floyd David Jones, 67, of Bridge City, died Wednesday, Aug. 24, at Methodist Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, Aug. 27, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City, with Father Steven Leger officiating. Burial followed at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City.

Born in Orange on Jan. 1, 1944, David was the son of Sybil Lois (Sanford) and Floyd McCreight Jones. He was a member of Millwright Local 2484, from where he retired. He was a graduate of Little Cypress High School and was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, and was a US Army veteran. He loved to hunt and fish, and loved spending time with his grandchildren and his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jimmy Har-

EDWARD EARL “CHEETAH” MITCHELL 8/31/1961-5/1/2010

Cheetah it’s been over a year now since God and His Angels called you away.

Oh how the Angels rejoiced as you walked Through those Pearly Gates that day We can never say goodbye to you, Because we could never bear the pain.

Instead we say we love you Until we meet again.

Love Always, Mother, Brothers, Sisters Nieces, Nephews

old Jones; and sister, Jackie Barrientos.

David is survived by his wife, Randie Mulholland Jones of Bridge City; sons, Jeff Jones and wife Darlene of Mauriceville, Collin Jones of Victoria; grandchildren, Seth Jones and Ricci Shoemaker; and special niece and nephew, Brooke Mulholland of Bridge City and David “Bear” Barrientos of Call.

He is also survived by his brother, Billy Jones and wife Linda of Little Cypress; brother-inlaw, Tom Barrientos of Call; sister-in-law, Peggy Jones of Katy; and brothers-in-law, Bobby Mulholland and wife Pat of Bridge City, Barry Mulholland and wife Cindi of Marble Falls, and Brett Mulholland and wife Melissa of Bridge City.

David Wayne Barrientos, Billy Wayne Jones Jr., Ricky Jones, Brett Mulholland, Trey Jones, Casey Jackson, Brad Rodriguez, and Bobby Mulholland served as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

David Brandon Orange William David Brandon, 72, of Orange, died Tuesday, Aug. 23, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.

A memorial gathering was held on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the Cow Bayou Marina, 3095 Texas Ave. in Bridge City. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory in Bridge City.

Born in Temple on Dec. 31, 1938, David was the son of Artie Lee and Sammie Elaine (Watts) Brandon. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Orange.

David worked for Global Marine where he was a chef on off shore rigs.

Preceded in death by his parents and sister, Robbie Wallace, David is survived by his niece, Vickie Parish of Beaumont; nephew, Bubba Wallace of Corsicana; brother-in-law, James Wallace of Bevil Oaks; numerous great nieces and nephews and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 803 N. 28th Street, Orange, Texas 77630.

Davis K. Jones Orange

Davis Kirkwood Jones, 84, of Orange, died Thursday, Aug. 25, at the Medical Center of Southeast Texas.

A graveside service was held on Saturday, Aug. 27, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City. The Rev. Forrest Wood, pastor of First Baptist Church in Orangefield, officiated the service. Services were under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Hope, Ark. on Aug. 21, 1927, Mr. Jones was the son of C.B. Jones and Lynda (Lambeth) Jones. He began his career with DuPont Sabine River Works in 1954. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and member of First Baptist Church in Orangefield.

Mr. Jones is survived by his wife of 60 years, Gloria Jones of Orange; daughter, Kay Fitzgerald of Kingwood; daughter and sonin-law Sharon and Louis Head Sr. of Katy; grandchildren, Jonathan Fitzgerald, Heather Fitzgerald, Louis Head Jr., Scarlett Head; and great grandchildren, Lindsey Fitzgerald and Luna Fitzgerald.

William Lewis “Bill” Beard Vidor Bill Beard, 83, of Vidor died Wednesday, Aug. 24, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont.

Memorial services were held on Saturday, Aug. 27 at Memorial Funeral Home.

Born on July 4, 1928 and a native of Hope, Ark., he has lived in Vidor for 54 years and was a retired production supervisor after 30 years with Goodyear Tire and Rubber. Bill served his country in the United States Army, was a faithful member of North Main Church of Christ in Vidor, and a member of the Orange County Water Board for 31 years.

Bill was preceded in death by his daughter Kathy Beard, and parents Grady and Delphia Beard.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years Janice Beard; sons Mike Beard and wife Cheryl, and Tim Beard and wife Susan; and children of his heart Bubba and Janet Peno and Maris all of Vidor, brother Thomas Grady “Buddy” Beard and wife Barbara of Maryland; six grandchildren: Vanessa Bennett, Kristin Beard, Megan Beard, Heather Rogers, Matt Beard, and Katie Beard; six great grandchildren; six nieces; and seven nephews.

Cremation arrangements were entrusted with Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Harbor Hospice House, 2450 N. Major Dr., Beaumont, Texas 77713, or The Parkinson’s Foundation.

Roberty K. “Bobby” Conway Sr. Orange Robert K. “Bobby” Conway Sr., 66, of Orange , passed away Tuesday, Aug. 23, at his home.

Services to remember his life were held on Friday, Aug. 26, in the Chapel of Dorman Funeral Home with the Rev. K. Ray McDowell, officiating. Committal and Interment followed services in Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange.

Born on April 25, 1945 in Orange to his parents, Roy King Conway and Ethel (Nezat) Conway, he was a lifelong resident of Orange and worked as a welder and ship fitter for Levingston Shipbuilding Company and also for T. D. I. Halter. Bobby was a wonderful husband, a loving father and a loving grandfather. He will be remembered for his many acts of kindness to family and friends.

Bobby is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Roy Conway and his two brothers, John Conway and Roy J. Conway.

Those who will most cherish his memory are his loving wife of 46 years, Mamie Conway of Orange; his three sons, Kelly Alford and wife, Donna of Orange, Robert K. Conway Jr. of Tennessee Colony, Texas and Thomas Conway and wife, June of Orange; his daughter, Geanna Conway Courmier and husband, Paul of Vinton, La.; his daughter-inlaw, Wendy Conway and fiancé Robert “Beau” Smith of Orange; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.

For persons desiring memorial contributions, please make a donation in memory of Bobby to Altus Hospice, 2900 North Street, Suite 100, Beaumont , Texas 77702.

Bobby’s family wishes to express sincere thanks to all of the staff of Altus Hospice for their loving care of Bobby and support they extended to the family.

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Battlin’ Bears open with win, head to Nacogdoches

Mustang quarterback Jimmy Salter looks for a receiver from the end zone against the Nederland Bulldogs.

RECORD PHOTO: Tony Gunn The Little Cypress-Mauriceville Bear defense zones in on a Goose Creek runningback with Tyler Wright on the tackles.

RECORD PHOTO: Ty Manuel

Bulldogs nip Mustangs,

WOS host Friendswood

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he Little Cypress-Mauriceville Bears topped the visiting Goose Creek Memorial football team by a final score of 26-14 in Friday’s season opener. This week the Battlin’ Bears go on the road to take on the Nacogdoches Dragons.

LCM tailback Alex Sezer rushed for 145 yards on 16 carries against the Patriots that included a 56 yard touchdown in the opening series and a 39 yarder in the second quarter. Quarterbacks Casey Viator and Kyle Herfuth also punched in points for the Bears. The Bear offense churned out 299 yards rushing in their season debut.

The Bear defence only gave up 243 yards against Goose Creek.

Viator led the Bears in a 12 play 62 yard drive for a 14-7 lead late in the first quarter. The Bears got on the board again late in the third period with Herfurth leading a 15-play, 68-yard scoring drive.

LCM place kicker Kent Manuel split the crossbars for two PATs.

MUSTANG INSIDER MERI ELEN JACOBS FOR THE RECORD

The fourth quarter usually belongs to the Mustangs, but Friday night, the Nederland Bulldogs took over in the last period of play and won the game in the final few seconds, 21-20.

“We played hard but not smart and you can’t do that against a team like Nederland,” first year Head Coach Cornel Thompson said. “We had several guys playing in their first varsity game ever and their lack of maturity worked against us.”

Despite the loss, the Mustangs had many positives to hang their hats on.

The chain gang defense held Nederland’s running game to one yard in the first half and only 56 total rushing yards. WO-S also posted 12 tackles for loss and three quarterback sacks.

Senior Britton Lindsey had a great game bulldozing his way to 141 yards on 21 carries while quarterback Jimmy Salter had 11 passes completed with 14 attempts for 109 yards. His top target of the night was junior Larry Sonnier with 4 catches for 54 yards. Senior DeCarlos Renfro also had two interceptions, one

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Big Red rolls over Shepherd takes on Vidor, Saturday

JOEY ENCALDE FOR THE RECORD

Zach Cole made an opening statement for the start of the 2011 Bridge City football season. The Cardinal’s middle line backer made the first tackle of the season with a bone crushing, leather popping hit, on the opening kickoff that was heard in both stands.

The Cardinal defeated Shepherd 61-3 in their season opener on the road Friday.

Cole and the rest of the defense went on to only give up a late field goal, with 5:28 left in the third quarter, for the only points the Shepherd Pirates scored. The Cardinals defense did not give up a first down until the 7:30 mark in the third quarter. There were two fumble recoveries, one by Malachi Busby after a big hit from Keith Youngblood in the first quarter, and one

by Dillon Trahan in the second quarter.

The offense was just as impressive! They scored on their first seven processions. Hunter Clark made it 6-0 with a twelve yard run, but the extra point was blocked. The Redbirds made it 12-0 with a 29 yard pass from Matt Menard to Tanner Cervenka, with the extra point being blocked again, with 5:03 left in the first quarter. The Cardinals went up 20-0, still in the first quarter when Cameron Dishon went around the end on a 33 yard run. The two point try was successful with a pass from Menard to Adrian Schubarth.

The first play in the second quarter netted the Cardinals six points with a touchdown pass from Menard to Dishon that covered 55 yards; Daniel Faulk’s point after brought the score to 27-0. With 8:22 left in the half Menard hit Tyler Roberts with a touchdown pass for 35 yards,

Kaz’s Fearless Football Forecast GAMES OF THE WEEK JOE KAZMAR FOR THE RECORD

H WEST ORANGE-STARK over FRIENDSWOOD—Last year the Mustangs lost in the closing seconds on an extra point when this Class 4A team was ranked in the Top Ten in the state. This year Friendswood is not ranked and the Mustangs already have lost a game in the final seconds on a two-point conversion.

Let’s hope last week’s game officials don’t show up at Dan Hooks Stadium Friday night for this contest.

H LITTLE CYPRESS-MAURICEVILLE over NACOGDOCHES—Let’s hope the Battlin’ Bears play with the same intensity on the road this week that they did in their home opener last week.

H VIDOR over BRIDGE CITY (Sat.)— This cross-county rivalry should be a hard-hitting battle from start to finish, with the Pirates using their home-field advantage to outlast the Big Red in a close game.

Bridge City Cardinal receiver Cameron Dishon picks up yardage against Shepherd in 61-3 victory to open the season.

RECORD PHOTO: Angela Delk

and Faulk’s PAT made it 34-0. On the next possession, Menard hit Roberts again, this time with a 34 yard strike, bringing the score to 41-0. The last score in the half came after a fumble recovery on a quarterback sneak by Menard. The half-

time score was 48-0 after another successful PAT. The start of the third quarter opened up with a little excitement.

Dishon returned the kickoff but received an excess celebration penalty after he front flipped into the

H ORANGEFIELD over BUNA—The Bobcats subdued a gritty opponent in East Chambers last week and should be ready to help the Cougars open their season at home Friday. With a game already under their belts, the Bobcats shouldn’t have to worry about opening-game jitters that could very well perplex the Coogs.

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H EVADALE over DEWEYVILLE— The Pirates return home after an easy one-sided victory at Sabine Pass last week. Although the Rebels are also from District 14-A, they are expected to finish at the top of the standings at not at the

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Bobcat runningback Ty Johnson carries the ball during Orangefield’s 24-21 victory over East Chambers.

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MARK WALLES FOR THE RECORD

Opening night of the 2011 football season at F.L. McClain Stadium for the Orangefield Bobcats was a success on several different levels. First was the Bobcats victory over the East Chambers Bucaneers 24-21 and second was Head Coach Brain Hucabays’ 100th career victory.

The Bobcats had a slow start with their first offensive

serious as the Bucaneers held them to three downs and punt, with the punt being returned for a touchdown by the Bucaneers Glenn Roberts for a 60 yard score to have the Bucs take the first lead of the game 7-0.

On the next drive the Bobcats started out what would be a long night for the Bucaneers defense. After two successful fourth down conversions during the 16 play drive that used up more than seven min-

utes of the clock the Bobcats Wesley Ackerman scored on Quarterback keeper around the left side with the two point attempt to fail. Bucaneers lead was cut to 7-6.

Roberts got loose on the first play after the kickoff and scored on a 53 yard run. The extra point made the score 146.

Orangefield used ball control football to finish up the first half. The Cats had another time consuming drive

that included two more fourth down conversions and culminated with a two yard touchdown by Ackerman with no time left on the clock. The game went into halftime with East Chambers leading 14-12 The Bobcats continued their grinding offense in the second half. Justin Bradley scored on a three yard run to give the Bobcats 18-14 lead with 10:05 left in the third quarter.

Roberts continued his scoring quest in the fourth quarter with a five yard run giving East Chambers the lead 21-18.

Roberts finished the night with 83 yards on nine carries.

Orangefield scored again in the fourth quarter with a Bradley five yard run to give the Bobcats the final winning score of 24-21.

Orangefield was successful in holding back a late rally attempt by East Chambers as they made a first down on a fourth down and ten attempt with the next playing ending in an interception by Levi Shores and Orangefield was able to kill the clock for the remainder of the game and securing the win.

Orangefield used nine different ball carriers though out the night for a total of 281 rushing yards. Orangefield had 296 yards of total offense to East Chambers 210 and led in first downs 20-15.

The game was the first at East Chambers for new head football coach Russ Sutherland. He was hired to replace Tony Valastro after he left for Galveston Ball.

The Bobcats travel to Buna this week to face the Cougars in their season opener. Kick off will be at 7 p.m.

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NFL and players to donate $1 mil for 9/11 The National Football League and the NFL Players Association will contribute $1 million to three memorials and two charities related to the events of September 11, 2001, it was announced Tuesday.

The first Sunday of the NFL regular season falls on the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

The NFL and NFLPA will contribute $500,000 to the 9/11 Museum & Memorial in Lower Manhattan, and $250,000 to be divided between the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pa., and the Pentagon Memorial Fund in Washington, D.C. In addition, the NFL and NFLPA will donate all proceeds from the sale of auction items from games played on Sunday, Sept. 11. These items, which fans can bid on at www.NFL.com/Auction, will include game-worn autographed player jerseys, coaches and player hats, and commemorative game coins used during those games.

NFL Auction proceeds will be divided equally between Tuesday’s Children and MyGoodDeed. Tuesday’s Children is a leading organization providing support and services to those who lost a loved one on 9/11, as well as to rescue and recovery workers who responded to the events. As the principle organizer of the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, MyGoodDeed is providing a positive, forward-looking way for Americans to honor and remember 9/11 victims, survivors, and first-responders.

NFL Auction proceeds from Sept. 11, 2011 are expected to total at least $250,000. Including the $750,000 in charitable donations to the national 9/11 memorials, total NFL-NFLPA donations will reach $1 million.

The NFL-NFLPA contributions complement donations made to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial by the New York Giants through the Tisch Family Foundation and the New York Jets.

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Sunday’s LL championship game brings fond memories KAZ’S KORNER JOE KAZMAR For The Record When California hero Nick Pratto was interviewed by ABC Sports right after driving in the game-winning run for Huntington Beach, he said something that really rang true.

“I’ll never forget this moment.”

He’s right. He’ll never forget that so-called “thrill of victory” even when he’s a senior citizen 50 years from now. Pratto was batting in the bottom of the sixth inning with the score tied 1-1, the bases loaded and two outs. He ripped a single to center to give his team a 2-1 victory over Hamamatsu City, Japan.

Moments after the wild celebration, tournament officials at Williamsport, Pa. brought out a huge banner that read 2011 Little League World Champions.

I was watching the last couple of innings on television and remember that banner vividly when our 1954 Little League team posed for photos in front of it after beating Colton, Calif. 7-5 at the very same location.

I dragged out my scrapbook that was put together by the Schenectady (N.Y.) Gazette and presented to each member of my 1954 team. Sure enough, the only thing changed on the two banners was the date, 2011 instead of 1954.

Even though 57 years have passed since our Little League team from Schenectady accomplished the same feat as those youngsters from Huntington Beach, many of the rules have been altered.

Back in 1954, if your team lost in the district, sectional, regional or national tournaments, you went home. Today, all of the levels are doubleelimination. There also is a limit on how many pitches can be thrown by the starter and how often a reliever may work in a game.

There are courtesy runners, re-entry rules and explicit verbiage in today’s rules so that every player on the roster gets an at-bat.

I played shortstop on the Schenectady team and also was a pitcher during the regular season. But between me and second baseman Joey Loudis, we pitched only a combined one-inning during the entire 10 games that we played.

The reason was our two pitchers, Billy Masucci and Billy Connors—dubbed by the local press as “The Twin Bills”-- had pitched a combined six shutouts including a no-hitter each. And there were no restrictions about the number of pitches or anything else and our team NEVER trailed in any game, even at Williamsport.

We earned out trip to Wil-

liamsport by beating a real cocky team from Sound View (Bronx) 6-0 who had sent their baseball uniform measurements to Williamsport the week of the Regional tournament in anticipation of representing New York State.

After that regional win we were feted at a banquet in Albany, the site of the Regional Tournament, and received congratulatory telegrams from Stan Musial, Stan Hack, Pee Wee Reese, Ralph Kiner, Casey Stengel and Leo Durocher. Hall of Famer Al Simmons was the Master of Ceremonies at the banquet.

Our manager, Mike Maietta, wanted the team to fly to Williamsport, but he didn’t like to fly and said he would meet us there. We unanimously voted to ride the bus the 500 or so miles with our manager, so that’s what happened.

We arrived in Williamsport as the favorites to win the World Series, based on the fact Schenectady made it all the way to the championship game in 1953, only to lose 1-0 to Birmingham, Alabama.

The other seven teams to earn a berth in the 1954 World Series were Lakeland, Florida, Colton, California, HamptonWythe, Virginia, Melrose Park, Illinois, Galveston, Texas, Masontown, Pennsylvania and Needham, Massachusetts.

Maietta vowed that his 1954 team wasn’t going to lose to a team with a fire-balling pitcher, so he brought a pair of 15-year old hard-throwers to pitch batting practice against our team.

Sure enough, our first-round opponent at Williamsport was Lakeland, Fla. whose star hitter and pitcher was an oversized kid named John Powell, who went by the nickname “Boog”. Ten years later Powell was the star slugger for the Baltimore Orioles.

Anyhow, his blazing fastball that helped get his team to Williamsport didn’t look so tough to us and before the echo of the National Anthem stopped, Schenectady had jumped out to an 11-0 lead and went on to win 14-0. Our base running, which impressed the national sportswriters covering the event, totally confused Lakeland.

There’s a photo in my scrapbook, taken by United Press Telephoto, of yours truly hook-sliding safely into third base after going from first to third on a single, that got national attention.

Our semifinal opponent was Masontown, which meant that nearly all 10,000 fans attending this game would be rooting against us. We entered the sixth inning with a comfortable 5-1 lead when their big guy blasted a two-run homer.

But Schenectady managed to hang on for a 5-3 win which punched our ticket to the championship game against Colton, which beat Melrose Park 8-1.

We had a day off before the final game on a Friday and the tournament officials had a big field day planned for all of the young baseball players. But Maietta sternly suggested that we hang around our dormitory at Lycoming College instead of participating in the sack races and events like that.

It was lucky he did because Colton’s star player Kenny Hubbs broke his toe doing one of the fun events.

Despite the broken toe, Hubbs played and cracked a home run in the championship game. But Schenectady jumped off to 5-0 lead in the first two innings and hung on to win the World Championship 7-5. The game was broadcast nationwide on the radio

by Mel Allen, the voice of the New York Yankees.

We came back home to a hero’s welcome, rode to City Hall on fire trucks and received the key to the city from the mayor and city councilmen.

Then came the dozens of banquets sponsored by organizations from Rotary and Kiwanis to the Sons of Italy and the Polish National Alliance.

Each player received a personal letter of congratulations from Gov. Thomas E. Dewey, a resolution of congratulations from the City of Schenectady gifts like bicycles, radios, watches, gift certificates, trophies and other assorted gifts.

The team was the guest of honor of Major League Baseball at the 1954 World Series between the New York Giants and Cleveland Indians and our team captain Jimmy Barbieri, who is the only person in the world to have played on a Little League World Championship team and a major league world championship team (1965 Los Angeles Dodgers), threw out the first ball.

Our team was on the Today Show with Dave Garroway, who is a native of Schenectady, was the subject of a color takeout in Collier’s magazine and a lengthy article in

Sports Illustrated magazine.

There also was a book written

by Schenectady native Marty Ralbovsky—“Destiny’s Darlings”—the name given to our team by Mel Allen.

So when Huntington Beach’s 12-year old hero Nick Pratto said he will never forget becoming a Little League World Champion, he meant it.

That long ride for him has just begun.

KWICKIES…By the time this Korner hits the street, the rumor going around Monday that West Orange-Stark’s blue-chip all-state candidate Justin Thomas will be 20 years old in September and too old to play high school football this fall will probably be confirmed. It is also rumored that Thomas has agreed to play his college football at the University of Utah and may be able to enroll for the Spring Semester.

Congratulations to granddaughter Josie McGlohn for being our first grandchild to graduate from college. Josie and her husband Ryan McGlohn both received B.S Degrees in nursing at the University of Alaska-Anchorage last week.

I don’t make a habit of predicting how an NFL team will do from the exhibition games, but the Houston Texans look so much more polished than most teams, it’s not even funny. If they can continue to dominate teams in the regular season like they have in the three exhibitions, they should enjoy their best season to date.

There still are some openings for this weekend’s 54hole Labor Day Tournament at Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange. Anyone wanting to play in the three day tourney or the two-day senior division should contact Pro Jeff Cooper at (409) 883-9454.

JUST BETWEEN US…For the half-century that I’ve been covering and attending high school football games, there’s one thing that has NEVER changed. Whenever an Orange area team crosses the Neches River to play in Jefferson County, they have been on the short end of a game official’s decision more times than not that has resulted in a loss in a close game. It happened to West Orange-Stark Friday night when a Nederland player rolled into the end zone after hitting the turf before the goal line and was credited with the two-point conversion that gave Nederland the 21-20 “win”.

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Mustang Insider that he caught in the endzone to keep the Bulldogs from scoring before going in for the half.

Although Nederland struck first, it was the Mustangs who led at the half after controlling most of the second quarter, inching the ball down the field on the legs of Lindsey.

Lindsy scored the first touchdown on a seven yard carry around the left side, diving across the pylon. Less than three minutes later, Salter hit receiver Ja’Marcus Rhodes in the back corner of the endzone to put the score at 13-7, going into the half.

Lindsey was able to break free in the third quarter and score again on a 53-yard run.

Jerquis Beasley made two of three PATs. However, the fourth quarter belonged to the Bulldogs as they were able to score twice.

The two point conversion with just 22 seconds left, although controversial, was ruled to be “in” and Nederland took the lead, 21-20.

The Mustangs didn’t lay down but continued to fight.

Slater moved the ball to the 50 and with two seconds left, Beasley attempted a field goal, which went wide right. However, the ‘Dogs were flagged for roughing the kicker and Beasley was able to move up 15 yards for another attempt with no time on the clock.

The kick, although straight down the middle, fell about five yards short and that was the ball game.

But now it’s time to turn their attention to this Friday

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The Mustang ‘Chain Gang’ defense puts the smash on a Nederalnd Bulldog. Joe Lynch and Colin Janice are on the tackle.

RECORD PHOTO: Tony Gunn

night, a matchup where the Mustangs will seek revenge against a quality Friendswood team, who beat them in the last few minutes of last years’ game, 35-34.

“Friendswood went four rounds deep in the play-offs last year and sent three to major colleges,” Thompson said.

“They are a solid program so we will have to play hard and smart.”

Friendswood bring several players to the table that are already committed to play at the next level.

“Their running back, Jonathon Johnson, is probably

the best we will face all year,” Thompson said. Johnson has verbally committed to the Air Force Academy. Tackle Seaver Myers is also verbally committed to play in college.

“I told the players that they will have to grow up fast,” Thompson said. “We have a tough schedule and our only success will come from senior leaders and mature juniors.

We played hard this past Friday, we just didn’t play smart.”

The Mustang family welcomes several new faces to the corral. Stan Hodges, who coached in the Houston area last year, will lead the of-

fensive side of the ball while Mike Pierce, who has previously been at WO-S, will lead the defensive side. Coaches Ed Dyer and Carl Broussard, who have been Mustang coaches, will continue in their capacity. Others include Tramaine Hancock (Kountze), Ross Mott (Waco University) and Kurt Reeves (McNeese). Ninth grade coaches are still Randy Ragsdale, Shea Landry and Jason Wilkins. Middle school football coaches are Jimmy Hallman, coordinator, Robert Collins, Michael Shugart and Adam Kellam.

The Mustang family is also sad to say goodbye to a great player who has not only been great on the field, but has had a part in three track state championships. It will be hard not to see that signature smile from senior Justin Thomas on the field or down the track but he is wished well in finishing high school early and making this Mustang Mom proud at University of Utah.

The JV team was successful against Nederland last week, winning 19-8, while the ninth grade got beat, 28-13.

Friday, the Mustangs play at home. The second annual Tailgate party will begin at 5 p.m. in front of the Career Center to kick off the first home game. There will be food, fun and festivities and everyone is welcome to attend the free event.

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bottom like the Sharks. This would be a nice upset victory for the Pirates, IOTA over VINTON—The Lions open the 2011 campaign on the road to a team that has been a pretty rough customer over the years. Don’t know much about either team and hope we’ve got this one pegged wrong.

KANSAS over MCNEESE STATE—The Cowboys are starting the season with their “sacrificial lamb” game where they receive a nice payday to get whipped by a major college team. The Pokes have been known to hold their own until the bigger roster teams wear them down in the second half.

LAMAR over TEXAS COLLEGE—Don’t even know where Texas College is located, but the Cardinals should get the 2011 season started on the right foot.

HIGH SCHOOL—Nederland over Goose Creek Memorial, Beaumont West Brook over Beaumont Central, Port Arthur Memorial over Beaumont Ozen, PNG over Crosby, Livingston over Jasper, Barbers Hill over Lumberton, Hamshire-Fannett over Anahuac, Hardin-Jefferson over Splendora, Silsbee over Cleveland, Colmesneil over High Island, West Hardin over Sabine Pass, Kelly over East Chambers, Woodville over Shepherd, Newton over Kirbyville, Groveton over Warren, West Sabine over Hemphill, Beaumont Legacy over Burkeville, Lufkin over Tyler Lee, Katy over Alief Taylor, Brenham over Lamar Consolidated (Sat.), Hardin over Tarkington, Coldspring over Madisonville, Huffman over Kashmere, Liberty over Huntington.

COLLEGE—Villanova over Temple, Rutgers over North Carolina Central, Connecticut over Fordham, Syracuse over Wake Forest, Louisville over Murray State, Northwestern State over Delta State, Georgia Tech over Western Carolina, Nicholls State over Evangel, Mississippi State over Memphis, Kentucky over Western Kentucky, Wisconsin over UNLV, Sam Houston State over Western Illinois, Stephen F. Austin over McMurry, Florida International over North Texas, Central Arkansas over Henderson State, Utah over Montana State, Idaho over Bowling Green, Arizona State over UC-Davis (all Thursday); Michigan State over Youngstown State and TCU over Baylor (both Friday); Boston College over Northwestern, Penn State over Indiana State, Virginia Tech over Appalachian State, Navy over Delaware, Pittsburgh over Buffalo, Auburn over Utah State, Alabama over Kent State, Clemson over Troy, Florida State over Louisiana-Monroe, North Carolina over James Madison, Tulane over Southeastern Louisiana, BYU over Ole Miss, North Carolina State over Liberty, Tennessee over Montana, Virginia over William & Mary, Duke over Richmond, South Carolina over East Carolina, Florida over Florida Atlantic, Grambling State over Alcorn State, Vanderbilt over Elon, Boise State over Georgia, Southern Miss over Louisiana Tech, Iowa over Tennessee Tech, Missouri over Miami, O., Ohio State over Akron, Purdue over Middle Tennessee, Illinois over Arkansas State, Michigan over Western Michigan, Nebraska over Chattanooga, Notre Dame over South Florida, Indiana over Ball State, Cincinnati over Austin Peay, Eastern Michigan over Howard, Iowa State over Northern Iowa, Kansas State over Eastern Kentucky, Northern Illinois over Army, Houston over UCLA, Arkansas over Missouri State, Oklahoma State over Louisiana-Lafayette, Texas over Rice, Texas Tech over Texas State, Oklahoma over Tulsa, Oregon over LSU, UTEP over Stony Brook, Air Force over South Dakota, USC over Minnesota, Oregon State over Sacramento State, Stanford over san Jose State, Washington State over Idaho State, Colorado State over New Mexico, California over Fresno State, Washington over Eastern Washington, Ohio over New Mexico State, Wyoming over Weber State, Arizona over Northern Arizona, San Diego State over Cal Poly, Hawaii over Colorado (all Sat.); West Virginia over Marshall and Texas A&M over SMU (both Sunday); Maryland over Miami (Mon.).

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make a touchdown saving tackle along the Sheppard sideline. It seemed like the Shepherd coach had some words for Menard, which turn out to be a mistake. After a Cervenka interception, Menard took the next snap and raced 92 yards for a Cardinals score, making the score 55-0 after Faulk’s point after.

The last score of the game came after the Pirates scored their three points. With 5:12 left in the contest, Mitchel Hubbard took the kickoff and raced 90 yards un-touch for the touchdown.

Faulk’s extra point brought the game to its final score of 61-3.

Menard led the rushing attack with seven carries for 149 yards.

He also had twelve passing attempts, completing seven for 205 yards. Dishon had two carries for 69 yards, Clark had nine carries for 62 yards, and Chris Hunter had four carries for 26 yards.

Roberts and Hubbard each had one carry, Roberts for 12 yards and Hubbard for 8 yards. Roberts led in the receiving department, hauling in five passes for 121 yards. Dishon and Cervanka each had one, with Dishon’s going for 55 yards and Cervanka’s for 29 yards.

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Vaughans capture the Sabine River Championship COLBURN-FISHING CAPT. DICKIE COLBURN For The Record

Michael and Scott Vaughan posted a very solid 7.12-lb stringer in winning the year-end Sabine River Championship. Their victory earned them a $1210 check. Mike Chargois didn’t have a bad day either taking home a $600 check for second place with 6.88-pounds and an additional $240 for a 4.56-pound big bass.

Third place honors and a $365 check went to the team of Jonathan Simon and Kevin Vaughan with 6.04 pounds. The championship culminated a very successful season of Tuesday evening tournaments hosted by Simon Outfitters.

Every tournament was well attended and those that fished it on a regular basis praised the worker-friendly schedule and three fish format. The 2012 season will officially kick off on March 12.

For the past two years, Sabine Lake fishermen have blamed the ever-increasing redfish population on everything bad in regards to catching trout. I do think the shallow water bullies make things a little tougher on wade fishermen committed to stalking big trout in skinny water, but I am yet to fish with even the most ardent trout fan that doesn’t respect the power and dragburning runs these fish serve up.

Even with the increased number of tournaments hosted on Sabine this year, the summer fishing pressure has been lighter than it has been in years. Both the oppressive heat and the ongoing drought have combined to encourage the weekend angler to pursue cooler outdoor activities that include some semblance of shade. I can assure you there is no shade in the middle of Sabine Lake and most anglers’ idea of a fun day on the water does not include dehydration and sunburn!

So…..a combination of all of the above mentioned factors has in my opinion, resulted in some not so accurate conclusions re-

garding the health of the speckled trout population.

While I have not caught nearly as many six-pound plus trout as in years past, the numbers of fish in the 14 to 17 inch class may have never been better. I attribute the scarcity of bragging size fish to the fact that we lost so many prime time days in late winter and early spring to the wind.

With the exception of taking advantage of the schooling redfish phenomena most every day, we have spent the past two weeks getting more serious about our trout fishing and have not been disappointed. We have had to switch gears somewhat to get it done, but the catching part has been better than average for this time of the year.

The drought has basically pinned the shrimp up in the bayous and marsh and they are not coming out in any significant numbers until we get some rain or the north wind starts draining the marsh. When the shrimp are not in the lake, the user friendly bite of fall does not take place.

There are no birds to key on and the 14 to 18-inch trout are just not bunched up and feeding like there is no tomorrow. For that reason alone, area fishermen that don’t have the luxury of fishing any time they want find it difficult to locate the fish and return home convinced that the fishing is worse than ever.

I can’t say that I don’t occasionally have a day when I don’t agree with that assessment, but I am on the water enough to know that changing tactics is usually more productive than callSELL ingWE in the dogs. If you are not a purist and are not eaten up with how you catch PARTS FORtrout, spend more time in the rivers, Neches or Sabine, until the shrimp migrate into the lake.

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Tide changes are very important when fishing this pattern.

We have done a little better with tails fishing the steeper banks of the ICW, but we are currently catching a world of trout fishing the shallower banks of the rivers with Swim baits, crankbaits and topwaters.

The ratio of keepers to throwbacks has been much more favorable in the ICW. I would guess that about 20 percent of the trout we are catching in the river are keepers, but we are easily catching 40 to 50 fish each trip. And, not surprisingly, we finish each morning with a few slot reds and flounder as well.

While catching small trout can be frustrating for the fisherman looking to have a fish fry at the end of the day, the plethora of undersized trout speaks volumes for the future. Enjoy catching them, be gentle with them when you release them and fish fries that include trout will not be as difficult to come by this time next year!

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Speaking of September, many local bow hunters have already begun to get all their gear in shape for the archery only season opener on October 1. The parking lot at Precision Archery looks like an ant hill right now with the amount of activity going on.

Precision Archery is basically the center of the bow hunting universe for hunters from all over this part of the state and beyond as their reputation for being some of the most knowledgeable folks in the business is well established.

Local bow hunters have been bagging trophy animals with their help for years and not just during standard archery seasons. One such hunter who recently took advantage of the off season hunting opportunities was Robert Bisson of Bridge City.

Robert just recently made a trip to Gillette Wyoming in search of a trophy pronghorn antelope and that’s exactly what he found.

While hunting with Center of the Nation outfitters (307-6870087) Robert connected with a great pronghorn.

“I watched this antelope for hours while he was out of range from where I was set up. Finally he got up and made his way to the water hole where my blind was and gave me a broadside shot.

When the arrow hit him I couldn’t believe how fast he ran off, it was impressive. I was really happy with the size of his horns, he was tall, heavy, and just what I was looking for” said Robert.

The great buck scored 71” on the Pope and Young scale and should be plenty large enough to make the book. Congratulations to Robert on a great trophy.

The bow hunters still have a few weeks before the season starts but local water fowl hunters are just days away from early teal season. Sept. 10 is opening day for teal season and the prospects look good, especially if you are fortunate enough to have water on your lease.

Cutline: Robert Bisson took this great Pope and Young class pronghorn antelope on a recent trip to Wyoming.

The severe drought has plenty of hunters scrambling for areas to hunt, especially those that hunt rice fields or crawfish farms.

Many of these areas that normally have water are dried up and have been dried up for months. Some farmers or land owners have been pumping water to their fields but without any substantial rainfall it’s difficult and incredibly expensive to try and keep up.

The hunters who have property leased in the marshes may have the upper hand this year. Normally early teal season in the marshes is really slow, this year that may be a completely different story.

I started getting a few reports of some teal showing up locally

and that should only get better as we head for the next full moon.

Most of the travel during the migration is done at night and that usually corresponds with the full moon.

Teal numbers are through the roof and the potential for a great season is certainly there.

We’ll know for sure in a few days.

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BRIEFS Christian Women’s Job Cop to host orientation Sept. 1 Christian Women’s Job Corp of Orange will host an orientation starting Thursday, Sept 1, 2011 at 10 a.m. at the Family Worship Center, 2300 41st Street, Room 37.

CWJC is offering free job skills and life skills, including courses with brand new laptop computers and accessories with Wi-Fi accessibilities. “Offering a hand up, not a hand out!” Contact Debra Dear for more information: 409-883-9100 or 409-365-

Wednesday, Sept. 7, for a Ministerial Breakfast sponsored by the Orange County Republican Party Executive Committee. The event begins at 8 a.m. at the Salvation Army, located at 1950 N. Martin Luther King Drive in Orange.

The speaker for the event is Apostle Claver T. Kamaui-Imani, Christian politician and radio host from Houston and the founder of Raging Elephants. Apostle Claver, originally from Beaumont and a graduate of Lamar University, travels extensively across the nation speaking and encouraging conservatives to get involved and return our nation to its rightful position.

This event is neither political nor religious, it is simply informative. Please come and join other Orange County ministers for an opportunity to network, share ideas, and be uplifted.

To RSVP or more information, please call 409-313-3314or 409-735-4295. Please attend even if you forget to RSVP ; your attendance is very important.

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The Willis family will lead the music each night. Since 1999, the Willis’ have traveled to churches in the states and other nations. Great Southern Gospel music, blended with heartfelt praise and worship is characteristic of their anointed ministry.

They have a heart to minister among God’s people and have served with many of today’s leading preachers in revivals, Bible conferences, concerts, and other special events.

Revival services will begin at 7 p.m. nightly, Sunday through Wednesday. Monday through Wednesday at noon, Ellis will speak at luncheons in the Family Life Center. Wednesday evening at 6 p.m. we will have a community wide fish fry.

The community is invited to all the services, and luncheons.

Call the First Baptist Church office at 409-735-3113 or go to www.fbcof.com for further information.

First Baptist Church-Orange Fall 2011 Disciple Life Classes 3924 OC ministers invited to Ministerial St. Paul’s Episcopal Church to host Sept. 11 reRegistration is in progress for discipleship and Bible membrance Breakfast Sept. 7 Many are concerned about the path our nation seems determined to follow. Not only do we find ourselves in financial deficit as a nation; more importantly, we continue to move further away from God’s word, creating a moral deficit in our communities, our schools and in our families.

All Orange County ministers are invited to join together on

On Sunday Sept. 11, at 10:30 a.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1401 W. Park, Orange, will host a ten year remembrance of the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001.

The ceremony will begin at the flag pole for the raising of the flag and those in attendance many express their appreciation to local first responders. The ceremony will then move into the church where those attending will sing ‘America.’ There will also be a special candle lighting remembrance and prayers. This is a community wide event and all are welcome.

Calvary Christian Center to host revival Sept. 11 The Calvary Christian Center, located at 3720 Pheasant in Pinehurst, will host a revival Sept. 11 - 14 at 7 p.m. each evening.

The community is invited to attended an enjoy Gospel music with Amy Pickard, Randy White and others. The Missionary/ Evangelist will be W. Earl Brown.

North Orange Baptist Church to host 9/11 remembrance service

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North Orange Baptist Church, located at 4775 N. 16th in Orange, invites you to join us for a community-wide 9/11 Remembrance Service Sunday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m.

“Remembering the tragedy, the loss, the sacrifice,and celebrating the privilege to preserve, protect and enjoy the freedom we have as Americans.”

The service will feature the LCM Band under the direction of Steve Shoppert and a Community Choir under the direction of Brad Holmes. We will hear from members of the military and service organizations and leaders of our community. For more information, go to www.nobcfamily.com/911-service

FBC Orangefield to host revival Sept. 11-14 Are you finding it hard to have hope? Do your circumstances pull you down, leaving you distressed and discouraged? Do you need a vision for your life and wonder where God fits in?

Then come to the “Hope Worth Having” revival at First Baptist Church Orangefield, Sept. 11-14, when Malcolm Ellis will share why we have hope in Jesus Christ.

Malcolm Ellis has pastored in Texas for six years before entering vocational evangelism in 1989. Since entering revival work, God has allowed him the opportunity of preaching in more than 1,000 local church revival meetings and Bible Conferences across the country.

study classes at First Baptist Church in Orange. Classes will be meeting during the week on Monday and Wednesday evenings, beginning Sept. 14. Classes are open to the community. There will be a minimal fee for courses that include study workbooks.

Classes that are being offered this fall are: “Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted”-women’s study, “Men’s Secret Wars”-men’s study, “Have the Funeral: God’s Plan for Your Past,” and “Romans: The Letter that Changed the World, Vol. II.” A children’s study called “Fruit of the Spirit” will be held Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Youth are invited to attend small group Bible studies on Wednesdays at 6:30p.m. For more information, contact Todd Beasley, minister of spiritual development, at 409-886-7461 or visit the web at www.fbco.org.

Community Church to host ‘Choose the Life’ Community Church will host Choose the Life, a conference offering relevant teaching on discipleship and practical pathways to the life God intended his children to live. The conference will be Sept. 17 at Community Church, 3400 MLK, Orange, 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Early registration ends Sept. 12. Registration includes breakfast, lunch and written materials. For more information, call Community Church, 883-4498, ext. 106. The keynote speaker will be Bill Hull (Pastor, Author, International Speaker: www.NavPress.com/BillHull).

First United Methodist to host Wednesday Night Live classes The community is invited to participate in First United Methodist Church’s Wednesday Night Live classes. Fall classes will begin on Sept. 14 and run through Nov. 16. A light supper will be served at 5 p.m. with classes beginning at 6 p.m.

Programs for the fall include: Prayer Shawl Ministry, “Why?”

by Adam Hamilton, “Confronting Controversies” by Adam Hamilton, Beth Moore’s study of Revelation “Here and Now, There and Then,” Dr. Dobson’s “Bringing Up Girls,”and “Disciple III Bible Study.”

Youth will view and discuss “Soul Surfer.” Kindergarten through fifth graders will be participating in “Way to Go “A Guided Tour Through God’s Greatest Commandment.”

A nursery is provided for infants through preschoolers.

FUMC is located at 502 North Sixth Street; the meal is served in the Praise Center located on the corner of Pine and Fifth streets.

For more information, including the cost of materials, please call the church office, 409-886-7466.

Church Directory First Baptist Church Orangefield 9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield, 409-735-3113 Pastor Forrest Wood Sunday: Bible Study - 9:30 a.m., Worship Service - 10:30 a.m., Evening Worship Service- 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: Midweek Meal- 5:30 p.m., Praise and Prayer - 6:30 p.m. Youth and Children Activities, 7:15 p.m. - Choir Practice Email: office@fbcof.com Website: www.fbcof.com

First United Methodist Church

502 Sixth Street, Orange 409-886-7466 Pastor: Rev. John Warren Dir. of Fine Arts & Music: Doug Rogers Organist: Justin Sanders Dir. of Youth & Christian Education: Allisha Bonneaux Sunday: Worship in the Chapel: 8:15 a.m., Celebration Service in Praise Center: 8:55 a.m., Sunday School for all ages: 9:50 a.m.

Worship in the Sanctuary: 11 a.m., UMYF & Methodist Kids: 5 p.m.

Web site: www.fumcorange.org

First Christian Church of Orangefield

4234 FM 408 (between BC & Orangefield) 409-735-4234 Minister Jim Hardwick Sunday School: 9 a.m.; Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: Prayer and Bible Study 7 p.m.

Nursery provided For a ride, please call 735-4234

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St. Paul United Methodist Church 1155 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City 409- 735-5546 Pastor Brad Morgan E-mail office@stpaulfamily.org Sunday Mornings: Worship Experience - 8:15 a.m.; Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.; Worship Experience - 10:45 a.m.

(Nursery provided at all services) For Mid & Sr. High Youth on Sunday Afternoon: 3:30 to 6 p.m.

Sunday Evening : Taizé Service - 7 p.m.

For Children Ages 4–10 on Wednesday evening – 6 to 7 p.m. – JAM (Jesus and Me) Club

Cowboy Church of Orange County

673 FM 1078 Orange, Texas 409-718-0269 E. Dale Lee, Pastor Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday “Round Pen” (Small Group) Studies: Men’s group: 7:00 p.m. Mondays, Ladies’ group: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays Come as you are! Boots and hats welcome!

Harvest Chapel

1305 Irving Street, Orange 409-882-0862 Ruth Logan Burch, Pastor Sunday Morning 10 a.m., 11 a.m.

Evening Service 6 p.m.

Wednesday Service 5 p.m.

Echo Church

1717 FM 3247, Orange 409-735-8580 Pastor George A. Cruse Jr. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Praise & Worship - Contemporary music!

Come as you are!

Trinity Baptist Church

1408 W. Park Ave. @ 14th Street, Orange Office: 886-1333 Pastor Dr. Charles Walton Music Director Dan Cruse Morning Worship Sunday 11 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Nursery Provided

West Orange Christian Church

900 Lansing Street, West Orange 409-882-0018 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service - 10:40 a.m.

Sunday Evening - 6 p.m.

Wednesday Evening - 6 p.m.

“Our church family welcomes you!”

Miracle Restoration Revivals Church

608 Dogwood St., Orange (2 streets behind Horseman Store) 409-883-5466 Residing Pastor Rev. Larry Doucet Founding Pastor Rev. Tunney Vercher Sr. Sunday morning services 10 a.m., Sunday night 6 p.m.

Wednesday night Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday night Bible Study 7 p.m.

Orange First Church of the Nazarene 3810 MLK Drive, Orange Lead Pastor: Ray McDowell Music Pastor: Bruce McGraw Youth Pastor: Michael Pigg Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Ball Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Celebration Service 10:45 a.m.

Prayer Service: 6 p.m.

Wednesday Service: 7 p.m.

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Apostolic Pentecostal Church IH-10 at Highway 62, Orange (409) 745-3973 Rev. Leo Anderson Sunday Morning at 7:30 a.m. on A.M. 1600 KOGT Radio Sunday: 2 p.m. • Tuesday: 7:30 p.m.

24 Hour Prayer Line: 409-779-4703 or 409-779-4702

Back to God Fresh Anointing Ministries 1011 10th St., Suite 108, Orange 409-779-3566 or 409-883-0333 E-mail: backtoGodnow@gmail.com www.backtogodfreshanointingministries.com Pastor Gerald Gunn Co-Pastor Pearlie Gunn Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Tuesday Nigh Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

Men of Valor & Women of Warfare classes on Thursday 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Bridge City

200 W. Roundbunch, Bridge City Office: 409-735-3581 Fax: 409-735-8882 www.fbcbc.org Rev. Bob Boone, Pastor Sunday Schedule: Traditional Worship - 8:15 a.m.; Bible Study at 9:30 a.m.; Celebration Service - 10:45 a.m.; CSI, Youth Bible Study, Discipleship Classes - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Schedule: Prayer Meeting - 6:30 p.m., Youth Worship “Living Stone”

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(409) 963-0183

3/1 & 2/2 IN OFISD, 1 block from schools, Large lot, W./D hookups, No Pets, $550 & $450 monthly + dep., (409) 720-8699 or 735-6701.

MOBILE HOME SPACES STADIUM VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK 330 Bower, Bridge City No Flooding during IKE All Residents and M. H’s safe Close to BC schools 3 Lots Vacant (409) 626-0898 (9/28) HOME SALES REMODELED 3/2/2, 1,700 sq. ft., brick, new CA/H, custom kitchen w/ granite & stainless, laundry, tile, laminate, carpet, custom blinds, screened porch, tree shaded yard, Lg. storage build., great neighborhood, for appointment to see call (409) 3136085 (8/27) 50 ACRES, MAURICEVILLE, area, 1839 CR#3139, 3/2 frame home, cleared & fenced, cross fenced, working pens, hay fields, ponds barn, shop. Call Gurtie at Jerry Hughes Realty, (409) 988-9478.

3/1 BY OWNER IN BCISD, 1,500 sq. ft., possible owner financing w/ 10% down, $75,000, 175 E. Darby, BC, (4090 963-5594. (9/7)

LAND & LOTS 4 LOTS IN N. ORANGE, N 87, CR 3127, Sunset acres, Trailer pads 2 (24” x 75”), 6x8 Front Stoop, water and sewer, Deweyville ISD. $13,500.

409-886-3233.

QUAIL TRAILS OFISD, two new 2.5 acre partially cleared lots, livestock and mobiles OK, financing available, WOODRIDGE LAND, (409) 745-1115.

READY TO MOVE ON! 1.993 acres in ofisd, concrete runners, MMUD water and sewer on site, WOODRIDGE LAND, (409) 745-1115.

QUAIL TRAILS 3, LCMISD, 3.735 acres, ready to move on, MMUD water and sewer, mobiles and horses OK, WOODRIDGE LAND, (409) 745-1115.

AUTOMOBILES

‘68 FORD MUSTANG. GT Fastback, Automatic, runs and drives well, Price $6950, for details mail me at stephbo2@msn.com / 512-782-4586.

‘99 PONTIAC GRAND AM. $2,500 OBO. Call 409-8820774.

‘02 TOYOTA COROLLA. Runs great and gets excellent gas mileage; automatic, 4 door, CD player, airconditioning, keyless entry.

109K miles. $5,300. Call 409-886-5415.

BOATS

BOREL BOAT. 15 1/2 ft length, 54 inches wide w/ trailer and 90 HP Yamaha motor. Call 409-794-1367 or 409-883-0678.

MOTORCYCLES ETC.

‘06 HARLEY DAVIDSON Sportster, 883XL, black, $5,300. Call for details at (337) 552-8178.

‘03 SUZUKI RM 250, new top end, new tires, runs good, $2,000, (409) 221-2773.

‘TR AV E L T R A I L E R S

& TRAILERS

‘91 BOX-VAN, $5,000. GMC Vandura 3500, 132,000 mi., runs good, a/c, 454, 4-seater cab, for utility use, or fully contained for camper.

Bridge City. 409-313-6598.

T R U C K S & VA N S

1450 Turner

And find your Dream Home OR CALL

(409) 670-5074

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‘'85 CHEVY C-10, V-8, LWB,

A/C, C. player, auto trans., PS/B, good motor, no oil leakage, real workhorse, $3,000 OBO, ask for Ruth @ (409) 735-7353

‘98 CHEROKEE CLASSIC. 3 yrs old. Std body & fair for parts. Call Dee at 658-5225.

POWERFUL NOVENA OF CHILDLIKE CONFIDENCE

(This Novena is to be said at the same time every hour for nine consecutive hours, just one day) O Jesus who hast said, ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and it shall be opened to you, through the intercession of Mary, Thy Most Holy Mother. I knock, I seek, I ask that my prayer be granted.

(Make your request)

R&R RV PARK

Drive One 4UR School

SAT., 2300 TILLY CIR., ORANGE, off Sunset, 7:30 till ? Vintage furniture, crystal, china, silver, refrigerators, antique sewing machine, tons of sewing notions, books, electronics, elec. bike., More!

01 TRAIL-LITE 30FT. bumper pull self contained travel trailer. Super lightweight 4,4000 lbs. No slide, queen front, bunk beds rear, sleeps 7 to 9, very clean, very good condition, nonsmoker, hitch and spare.

Can be pulled with pick-up truck. Asking $6800. Call 409-883-6406 for more information.

www.tmciconstruction. com

At very low $425 monthly + $300 dep., monthly, including utilities & lawn sevices, except electric, quiet patio, good parking & yard.

SAT., BC COMMUNITY CENTER, BC Chamber of Commerce Garage Sale 7am to noon AIR CONDITIONED !!!

Shop BC Merchants Weekend also.

‘88 CHEVROLET P.U., runs good, $1,200, 543-8089 or 886-7329.

VISIT

1/1 FEMA M.H’s.

For Rent

FRI., 195 OSBORN, BC, 7 till ? Sporting goods, boating / fishing equipment, clothes, shoes, toys, household items, misc.

06 MALLARD TRAVEL TRAILER. bumper pull travel trailer 30 ft with super slide. all self cont., sleeps 8 comfortably, awning, CA/H, full size bed, excellent cond. shower and bath, $6,500, for more info call (409) 4981775 anytime.

HOMES FOR SALE 106 Rosehurst

GARAGE SALES

SPACES For Rent Quiet 30 and 50 AMP service spaces for rent, at a low $285 monthly, including all utilities & services, except electric, quiet patio, good parking.

(409) 697-2552 References Required

O Jesus who hast said, all that you ask of the Father in My Name, he will grant you through the intercession of Mary, The most Holy Mother. I humbly and urgently ask Thy Father in Thy name that my prayer be granted.

(Make your request)

O Jesus who hast said “Heaven and Earth shall pass away, but my word shall not pass.” Through the intercession of Mary, Thy Most Holy Mother.

I fell confident that my prayer will be granted.

(Make your request) J.A.T.

409-883-8495 1-800-273-5031 719 Front St. Orange TX 77630

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‘90 FORD F-150, straight 6, 5 spd. manual trans., good cond., $1,600; ‘98 Dodge Dakota, v-8, 5 speed man. trans., good cond., A/C, needs power steering pump, $1,200, (409) 221-0798 or 735-9729.

‘04 FORD F-150, excellent cond., 30K miles, garage kept, reg. cab, loaded, (409) 768-1840.

SHINE Allow your light to shine unto the lives of our patiennts and thier families by becoming a Hospice Volunteer! To inquire about our "Shiners" Youth Volunteer program (ages 12-17), or our Adult Volunteer Program. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 832-4582. Hospice of Texas, 2900 North Street suite 100, Beaumont, Texas 77702.

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Total Port Arthur Refinery wishes all its employees a happy Labor Day in thanks for their truly outstanding service:

Chris Abshire Clint Adams Curtis Adams Lee Aery Daniel Aguirre Gary Alford Brian Allemore Matt Allen Ronnie Allen Tracy Allen Connie Allison Leon Allison Roger Allison Larry Angelle Joey Arceneaux L. O. Ardoin Shon Aubry George Aucoin Dwayne Austin Pat Avery Cory Babin Jeff Babino Monica Badeaux Jeff Baker Kayla Baker Isaac Bankole Mike Barber Brandon Barbosa Scott Barrow Jamie Barton Joe Beadle Cody Bean Frankie Beasley Jason Bell Kenneth Bennett Phyllis Bernard Roger Berry Roland Bertrand James Berwick Aaron Bethke Lonny Biri Parker Bittle Prentice Black Thomas Blackwell Jacob Blanchard Mitchell Blaue Barry Blevins Paul Bliss Melvin Bobino Xavier Bobino Eric Bodin Tony Boehm Keith Borne Thad Borne Norman Borne Mike Bourgeois Carl Boyd Chad Boyd Kent Boyd Kevin Boyd Gerry Boylan Ryan Brandenburg Dirk Brands Craig Breaux Troy Bretz Justin Brister Gene Broussard Mike Broussard Rodney Broussard Alan Brown Cary Brown Chris Brown Michelle Browning Raul Bryan Wilton Bryant John Buchanan Cobie Buckles Jeremy Buckley Ralph Buker Ryan Buker David Burge Bart Burrell Dan Burris Bob Burt Travis Byrd Amy Cacioppo Cindy Caffey Anthony Carlos James Carlton John Carrens Jennifer Carson

Ric Carver Rick Cary Danny Castille Tim Castille Mike Castolenia Karen Cawley Joshua Chambers Linda Chambers Freddy Chance Mark Chandler Chris Chapman Becky Fussell Greg Galow Antonio Garcia Glenn Garcia Michelle Garcia Chad Garlington Michael Garrett David Gauthier Lanny Gibson Burton Gill Mike Gill Kevin Goats Neal Gomez Chris Gonzales Oscar Goody Paula Goody Nolan Gradney David Graham David Green Raymond Green Buck Griffith Darrol Grillo Mark Grissom Sue Groff Bryan Gross Lance Guidry Paul Guidry Gary Guilhas Betty Gunner George Gutierrez Tim Guy Kayla Haley David Harnaker Julie Hamilton Michelle Hammond Hank Hankins Mary Hardy Robbie Hargrave Wylie Hargrove Joe Harrington Clay Hart Susan Harvey Mark Havard James Hawkins Curtis Head Daren Hearn Joey Hebert Kent Hebert Mike Hebert Wade Hebert Tom Henry Joe Hernandez Bruce Hickman Mark Hill Tim Hill Greg Hobbs Jack Holden Johnny Holt Matt Holt Sam Holt George Holtzclaw Billy Honey Carl Honey Tracy Horn Nick Huckaby Rich Hudgins Mark Huff Wes Huff Donald Hughes Wedsley Hughes Gerald Hull Billy Hussey Wayne Ingwersen David Jackson Robert Middleton Wesley Migues Don Miller Stewart Miller Kenneth Milo Corey Minaldi

Charlie Mitchell Norma Mitchell Bryan Molin Steve Monk Charles Moore Joe Morrell Steven Morris Larry Morton Bobby Cherry Mike Choate Tsun-Nan Chu Brian Clark Dwayne Clark Billy Clement Scott Clopton Dustin Collins Jim Collins Chris Colwell Chuck Comeaux Randy Comeaux Randy Conley Jim Cormier Teo Costin John Cox Jim Crain Darryl Craus Chris Crippen Dana Cross Darin Cross Johny Cross Brandon Cunningham Cliff Cunningham Donna Curl Floyd Daigle Nancy Dallas Henry Darder John Darwin Lucibar Davalillo David Davenport Wayne David Robert Davidson Mark Day Roy de la Rosa Rick Dean Ralph Dear Rocky DeCuir Kraig DeVillier Chad DeYoung David DeYoung Sara Dial Diana Diaz Jimmy Dickens Julie Dixon Doug Dornier Mike Doyle Mike DuCote Bryan Duhon Patricia Dukes Adel Dumas Jim Dungan Steven Dunigan Vinh Duong Chad Dupuis Dan Durham Mal Dye Robin Eastham Jim Elliott Danny Emmert Neil Escareno Jack Etheredge Jimmy Evans Guillaume Eveno A. J. Faulk Mike Ferguson Ernesto Figueroa C. R. Fischer James Fisette Herbert Fisher Randy Fitts Jim Fitzgerald Fran Flax Jon Fleener Sheng-Yen Fletcher Chris Flory Rufus Flurry Steve Focken Billy Fontenot David Fontenot Gary Fontenot Tim Fontenot Sherrie Foreman

Steve Foreman Rebekah Foster Sed Freeman David French Cindy Fults Darrell Jacob Randy Jacobson Phillip January Greg Jenkins Harlan Jennings Jason Johnson Jeff Johnson Roy Johnson Rick Johnston Pam Jones Pate Jones Rosemary Jones Dick Jordan K.P. Jordan Marla Jordan Ralph Jordan Virginia Jordan Jeff Joubert A.J. Judice Camille Juneau Ramona Kelley Chris Kellum Brian Kessel Terry Keyes Dennis Kile Martha Kile Chuck Kirby Thomas Klein Charlie Kosh Geoff Kret Nishant Kirshnan Tommy Kruft Bert Labath Dale LaFleur Cory LaLonde Pansey Lamson Steve Landrum John Landry Art Langelier Danny Laughlin Clarence Lauritzen Gerald Lawrence Charles Leatherwood T.K. LeJeune A.C. Lensing Art Lewis James Lewis Lonnie Lofton Wesley Loper Richard Loupe Steve Lowery Sam Ludwig Steven Luketich Art Lynd Sherry Majors Donna Manuel Huey Martin Jacob Martin James Martin John Martin Katherine Martin Tracy Martin Michel Masson Jesse Mathews John May David McBride Shawn McCelvey Keith McDaniel Mitchel McDaniel Tim McDonald Steve McGlothin Aaron McGuire Jeremy McMains David McRight David McWherter Earl Meadows Chad Melancon Jeff Melancon Terry Melanco Lynn Meredith Alberto Merlo Stephen Mosely Norma Moss Aric Mouton Rob Mullins George Myers

Keith Naquin Julius Neal Jannetta Ned Joni Newton Dung Nguyen Duong Nguyen Phung Nguyen John Nolenn Kurt Nolen Scott Nunley Larry Nutt Babette Oakley Cody Oliver Shawn Olson Brad O’Neal Raul Otero Leonard Palumbo Paul Pardaen Brad Parker Jerry Parsley Charles Parten Tamika Patterson Dorian Patton Gary Patton Keith Pearl Jeff Peet James Pellerin Milton Perio Don Perry Mike Petix David Petrovich Randy Phelps Richard Placette Renuka Polimera Mark Poole Larry Potter Robert Price David Pujol John Quirk Winston Raby Craig Rader Mark Ramsey L.D. Ray Larry Reece Craig Reed Melissa Reed Duane Reeve Michael Reeves

Gary Rhodes Randy Rice Mike Rich Cheryl Richard Clyde Richard Daniel Richard Ronnie Richard Ryan Richard Wellman Richards Joe Richardson Paul Richmond James Riley John Robison Larry Roccaforte Lisa Rodriguez Robert Rodriguez Brandi Rogers Keith Rogers Roy Rogers Danny Roy Tim Roy Allen Runte Stephen Rutherford Rich Sadler Julie Salvagio Herman Sanchez Jesse Sanchez Carl Sanders Jason Sanders Michol Sandifer Gabriel Sandoval Ricardo Sandoval Johny Santana Bryan Sartin Darren Savoy Tim Schossow Kimberly Scot Sharla Scroggs Gary Seaton Jack Sekinger Kelly Selvidget Hannah Sennett Mihir Shah Steve Shelnut Donnie Shenk Renne Shields Andrew Sigur Rick Simmons

Amber Skinner Keith Slaughter Corbin Smith Gary Smith Gene Smith Jeremy Smith Jerry Smith Lisa Smith Mike Smith Nora Smith Ricky Smith Roger Smith Vicky Dale Smith Kirsten Soliz Jimmy Sonnenberg Randy Sonnier Mark Spencer Alexis St. Germain Bill Stallard Andy Stanley Steve Stanley Eric Stansburry Jace Stansburry Casey Stark Poochie Stevenson Lynard Stout Leslie Stuart Tommy Sturrock Galen Stutes Donald Sullivan Cindy Tallant Jamie Tamez Kent Tanner Rob Teate Wayne Temple Tad Terrell Wade Terrell Kathy Thibodeaux Mike Thibodeaux Xhavior Thomas Laura Thousand Donnie Tice Charlie Tinkle Danny Tinkle Dennis Tinkle Kenneth Tongue Gene Torrence Gayle Toups

Molly Toups Jeremy Towne Elaine Trahan Micah Trahan Matthew Travis Ronnie Treece Josh Trouth Jake Truncale John Truncale Victor Turmes Ronnie Tyson Earl Valentine Eric Van Horn Benny Vargas Bruce Varley Julie Vickery Mike Villareal Ernest Vincent Lemar Vincent Robert Vincent Randy Wagstaff Mark Walker Randy Wallace Jennifer Walsh Jimmy Washington Charlie Wells Mark Werkheiser Horace West Mike West Zachary West Beth Wheeler Jason Whisneant Gayland White Jimmie Whitley Doug Wigley Richard Williamson Dale Winters Loyd Winzer Kevin Wofford Jimmy Womack Dale Woodfield Terry Woods Jim Woodward Joel Woodward Chad Wyble David Yeats Paul Youngblood Meredith Youngson Bradley Zeig