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Holiday Trash Pick-up Schedule Changes Penny Leleux

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Christmas morning, after all the excitement of unwrapping presents, many are faced with mountains of wrapping paper creating additional trash. Trash pick-up times will inevitably change due to the holidays. Orange County residents can find the holiday trash pick-up times for their city below.

The city of Orange trash pick-up will be pushed back one day starting Christmas day; therefore, Tuesday will be picked up Wednesday, Wednesday on Thursday, Thursday on Friday and Friday on Saturday. The same goes for New Year’s week.

Bridge City will pick up trash on Monday as scheduled. The rest of the week trash pick-up will advance one day, the same as the city of Orange.

West Orange will pick up trash on Saturday instead of Friday both Christmas and New Year’s week.

Pinehurst will have pickup on Wednesday and Saturday, both weeks.

Vidor will have no pickup on Tuesday. Those scheduled for Tuesday will be picked up Wednesday along with households regularly scheduled for Wednesday.

Those households in unincorporated areas of Orange County using Waste Management will have their pick-ups pushed one day starting with Christmas day. Monday will be picked up as regularly scheduled. Tuesday pickups will be on Wednesday, Wednesday pick-ups moves to Thursday, etc. This schedule will be observed for two weeks.

Republic/Allied also reports the same schedule adjustments as Waste Management for both holiday weeks. Piney Woods Customers will be receiving automated phone calls telling them when their pickup will be due to some variances.

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Art of windows illumines season Debby Schamber For The Record

upon completion established an endowment to provide for the maintenance costs. In addition, The Carrie Lutcher

Brown Foundation was established in 1942 by Edgar and Lutcher Brown in memory of their mother. This foundation

in conjunction with the original endowment by Mrs. Lutcher continues to maintain the building.

Many years may have passed, but the inside of the First Presbyterian Church remains a snapshot in history when the opulence and glory of the early 1900s is frozen in time.

Construction started on the towering pink granite building began in 1908 and took more than three years to complete.

The stained glass windows are not something which can simply be talked about, but must be seen, said Kyle Hood, tour guide of the church.

After walking through the front doors, guests are met with a grand stair case of carved marble. The Italian marble was installed by craftsman from Italy. Along the stairwell there are angels in the opalescent stained glass.

The stair windows from the lower foyer to the upper foyer draw on the Sir Edward Conley Burne-Jones’ work “Angel Stairway” for their inspiration.

At the top of the stairs overlooking the entrance down below are the three famed stained glass windows which are said to have been the starting point for the church.

Frances Ann Robinson Lutcher was married to Henry Jacob Lutcher. He was a butcher and a mill owner in Pennsylvania, Louisana and Texas.

Together they had two daughters Mariam and Carrie. Mariam would later marry William Henry Stark while Carrie would marry E.W. Brown.

Mrs. Lutcher and her two daughters attended the Chicago’s World Fair in 1893. It was there they saw the three prizewinning works of Fredrich Lamb and his sister Ella of the J&R Lamb Studios. They were purchased and stored in New York until the day they would be needed. It is not known if there was already a plan to have a church built in Orange, but the windows were definitely a start.

The church building was planned, built and underwritten by Frances Ann Lutcher as a memorial to the Henry Jacob Lutcher family and as a result was named the Lutcher Memorial. She never divulged the The Rev. Mike Umbenhaur of the First Presbyterian Church takes a moment to gaze at one of the 48 RECORD PHOTO: Mark Dunn costs of the structure, but stained glass windows in the church called The Holy Family.

Live Nativity “reason for the season” Debby Schamber For The Record

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Members of the Faith United Methodist Church located at 8608 MLK Drive are hosting a live Nativity Scene from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday and Friday.

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The “reason for the season” will be at the Faith United Methodist Church located at 8608 MLK Drive with a live Nativity scene from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday.

About a dozen people will take turns participating in the Nativity scene. They will stay out for viewers to see for 15 minute periods of time before taking a break. While participating they will stand very still and “be focused on baby Jesus.” Participants are of all ages from six years old and up.

Everyone at the church is encouraged to participate in the Nativity Scene. The men of the church built the manger.

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The church, no matter how it started, was built to glorify God with everything the finest of its’ type from the Italian marble stairs and banisters and mahogany pews, columns, doors and wall areas from Honduras to the 48 stained glass windows throughout the structure.

James Oliver Hogg, an architect from Kansas City, Mo. was commissioned to oversee the project under the direction of Mrs. Lutcher.

The central window symbolizes religion. It shows an unknown person sitting in a CHURCH WINDOWS PAGE 3A

Soup kitchen hosts special dinner

Debby Schamber For The Record

Volunteers and members of St. Mary’s church will be serving their weekly meals for the soup kitchen but with a holiday feel as they serve a special Christmas dinner.

The dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday at St. Mary’s located at 912 West Cherry Ave. The soup kitchen runs totally on donations and Printpak has graciously has donated nine turkeys and four hams. In addition, employees from Orange Savings bank have donated canned vegetables and baked goods. Plus, three workers from the bank generously give up their lunch hours to help serve the food and assist with clean up.

This year the menu will include turkey, ham, corn bread dressing made from scratch, candied sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, pumpkin pie or cake and dinner rolls.

According to Glenda and Johnny Lucia, who have been running the soup kitchen for about four years, they are expecting to serve about 150 people. Over the last few years, the number of people who come to the soup kitchen has increased. St. Mary’s has had a soup kitchen for more than 25 years. Planning for the meals usually begins on Tuesday as they look at what donations they have to prepare.

In addition to the meal served, guests are welcome to browse through donated clothes. The clothing is donated from Sister ACTS (Adoration Community Theology Service). All of the women in the group have attended a retreat and are members of St. Henry’s Church in Bridge City.

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Vidor Street Crimes Unit arrest five Debby Schamber For The Record

The Vidor Police Department Street Crimes Unit conducted their Holiday Season Criminal Activity Investigation throughout the city of Vidor and its business on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, about 10:21p.m., “These investigations consist of Street Crimes Officers walking in our local businesses pursuing Criminal Activity,” said Vidor Chief of Police Dave Shows.

While conducting these investigations, Robert Dye was arrested for an outstanding Criminal Trespass Warrant in the Cross Roads Shopping Center.

Shortly thereafter, Street Crimes officers were at the Vidor Walmart Store where a shoplifting plot was thwarted. While conducting investigations into the Shoplifting, four individuals were arrested for various charges, possession of a controlled substance, possession of dangerous drugs, and outstanding warrants.

Those arrested were as follows: Tonya Marie Harst, possession of controlled substance and possession of dangerous drugs; Michael Helmer, possession of a controlled subtance; Amber Lynn Smith, warrant MTRP - failure to identify and possession of drug paraphernalia; and Sabrina Louise Bartell, warrent theft class A - Jefferson County, possession of a controlled substance and possession of dangerous drugs.

All subjects arrested were taken to the Orange County Jail and released to their custody.

Harst, Helmer and Bartell were later arraigned by Orange County Justice of the Peace David Peck.

“The Vidor Police Departments Street Crimes Unit will be out this Holiday Season aggressively pursuing those who wish to conduct Criminal Activity not only in our streets, but in our businesses,” concluded Chief of Police Dave Shows.

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Former CCS teacher indicted for improper relationship with student Debby Schamber For The Record The Orange County Sheriff’s Office received a call from the administration at Community Christian School, located at 3400 MLK Drive in Orange, on Monday, Oct. 1 concerning an improper relationship between educator and student. The alleged incident involved an educator at the school and a high school student.

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division was contacted and investigators obtained information from school district officials and students about the alleged offense. Investigators conducted a full investigation into this alleged incident.

Once the investigation was Sonnier complete, the case was presented to the Orange County District Attorney’s for review and disposition.

On Dec. 12, this case was presented to the Orange County Grand Jury on Dec. 12 and Valerie Danielle Sonnier, 30, of Orange, was indicted on two counts of an improper relationship between educator and student, which is a second degree felony offense.

Sonnier turned herself in at the Orange County Correctional Facility. Bond was set at $20,000.

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Former LCJH teacher indicted for improper relationship with a student Debby Schamber For The Record The Orange County Sheriff’s Office received a call from the administration at the Little Cypress Mauriceville ISD on Tuesday, Sept. 4 concerning an improper relationship between educator and student. The alleged incident involves an LCM High School student and an employee at the Little Cypress Junior High School.

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division was contacted and investigators obtained information from school district officials and students about the alleged offense. Investigators conducted a full investigation into the alleged incident.

The school district said the teacher had only been employed with the district for 16 days and resigned after the Shugart information surfaced.

Once the investigation was complete, the case was turned over to the Orange County District Attorney’s Office for review and disposition.

On Dec. 12, this case was presented to the Orange County Grand Jury. As a result, Michael David Shugart Jr., 35, was indicted for improper relationship between educator and student which is a second degree felony offense.

On Dec. 13, Shugart turned himself in at the Orange County Correctional Facility. Bond was set at $5000.

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Church windows chair holding a Bible, but standing behind them is Michael in blue armor to war against the evil in the world with his followers on the window to the east symbolizing The Church Militant.

Gabriel is also standing behind him with his followers to the west window which symbolizes The Church Triumphant. The theme of The Church Militant and the The Church Triumphant is continued in the front of the sanctuary on the hymn boards.

Above the doors entering into the sanctuary are tall glass panes. They are intricately designed with clear glass but in the middle of each section are the traditional symbols of the four Evangelists. There is St. Matthew which is a winged man to remind people that Matthew begins his account with Jesus’ human genealogy. Then there is St. Mark which has a winged lion to remind people of the nobility, strength and kingship of Christ portrayed in Mark’s gospel. A winged ox represents St. Luke to symbolize Christ’s sacrificial death. Finally, there is the winged eagle of St. John to remind people of John’s gospel which soars in affirming the deity of Christ.

On either side of the entrance are two leaded windows with scripture verses in gold.

Seen throughout the church is the egg and dart and the bead and reel which collectively symbolize birth and death and to serve as a reminder “man is mortal.”

The story of Jesus is told by the artwork of the windows which weigh about 1,000 pounds each. The artist chose subjects from oil paintings in Europe. They were not historical people, but of their day. The technique of making opalescent stained glass is an American invention by John Lafarge.

“Stained glass is a living art,” Hood said. “It needs the light.”

Each window of vibrant colors are from two to four layers of glass which is then placed into a kiln and fired together to give it the special ef-

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fect. OSG contains metallic oxide which gives it the color depth. However, the secret to the unique process was forever gone when Frederick Lamb died. Since then the process has not been successfully duplicated. Some of the parts were painted such as the faces with lifelike details.

The story of Jesus begins with the window, the Annunciation. It features the Arch Angel Gabriel telling Mary she will be the one to carry Jesus.

The second window is The Holy Family which was painted by Fuerstein. Painters began their trades by copying old paintings to learn the techniques. The infant Jesus is vibrant as the afternoon sunlight brightly glows due to the opalescent glass. Each face has a look of adoration, calmness and peacefulness.

Jesus at the age of 12 is on the next window of the story. A copy of the painting hands in a museum. Jesus’ family has just been to Jersulem for Passover. Mary’s face show relief while the Pharisees are wondering who the child is. Their headbands shimmer in the sunlight. In the background is a circumcision ceremony in a temple. The ornate walls of the temple are decorated with many crosses.

The fourth window is the Good Shepherd window. It was done by Sibyl Parker. It was the only window done by a woman artist. There are many Christian symbols in the window such as; the cross formed by wooden beams, grapes for communion, doves representing the baptism and the Holy Spirit, the crown of thorns, the pierced hands and feet of Jesus, the open door inwardly beckoning one to enter in, and the sheep. Jesus is depicted holding a lamb which is just as important to the many others even though he may be lost.

Instead of Jesus on the cross, the next window depicts the trial of Jesus when Pontias Pilate authorized the crucifixion of Jesus. In the Bible, she approaches her husband telling him

Live Nativity scene “It’s a time be holy,” said Joyce Dubose. “The purpose is to celebrate the life of Jesus Christ.”

Viewers can drive through the parking lot to see the Nativity scene or can get out of their vehicle for a closer look.

“You cant just stand there and take it all in to focus on what we are here for,” Dubose said.

Everyone is invited to come inside the church as well for an open house. Inside they can have cup of warm coffee or a special treat of wassail which is a cup of warm, spicy apple cider. In addition, cookies will be served along with fellowship from the members of the church.

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This is the second year for the live Nativity scene at the church.

Dubose said she remembers growing up in Liberty and participating in the live Nativity scene at the church she attended. A few years ago she began to attend Faith United Methodist Church and knew this was the place to make new memories. Dubose hopes the tradition will continue for many years to come and will become totally performed by the youth group.

“It’s a good time to come and be a part of what it is all about,” Dubose said.

Jesus is an innocent man. The window depicts her coming down some stairs and being comforted by an angel. Jesus is seen in the background. However, what sets this window apart is there are three men which are not of Jesus’ time. One of men is John Calvin who was an influential French theologian and pastor during the Protestant Reformation. He was a principal figure in the development of the system of Christian theology which was later called Calvinism. Originally trained as a humanist lawyer, he broke from the Catholic Church around 1530. There is also John Knox who founded the Presbyterian Church. Martin Luther is also seen and was a German monk, priest, professor of theology and important figure of the Protestant Reformation.

Finally to complete the story, there is The Assention which shows Christ’s resurrection.

From the outside of the church, a copper dome which was installed in the 1950s can be seen which has oxidized to the color green. It covers which was once a glass dome. It is the only opalescent glass dome in the Unites States.

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From the inside the 36-foot glass dome is comprised of 16 angelic figures bearing a Christian symbol. Starting counter clockwise from the pulpit, there are the Scroll and Quill, Canticle, Church building, Cross, Chalice, Scepter, Dove, Lamb, Lyre, Organ, Open Bible, Stone Tablets, Sword, Scales, Psalms and Lilies.

In the fellowship hall beneath the sanctuary which was originally used for the Sunday school class rooms there are still more stained glass windows. On the west side is the Flight Into Egypt and Madonna with Jesus and St. John.

The east side of the building has Jesus In the Carpenter’s Shop and Jesus Blessing the Children.

The building is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been a landmark in the city for a century. The church is one of the leading tourist destinations in the county because of its priceless Victorian Era stained glass windows.

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months. Time after time the families’ hopes would brighten only to meet another challenge. She fought on until she was called home. Dorothy and Don had been married 60 years.

They remained extremely close and best friends and over the years, had two sons and several grandchildren. She wasn’t only a mother hen to Don but also to all the offspring. She was an avid reader of this column and as we share an office with Don and Corky her passing hit close to home. Dorothy Harmon was a very nice woman and always a lady. Condolences to our friend Don, our prayers are with him and sons Donnie and Kevin and their families and friends. Services were held Tuesday, Dec. 18. May she rest in peace. Please see obituary.

From the Creaux’s Nest WE MUST WORK TO SOLVE MASS KILLINGS I don’t believe there are any ready answers to why mass killings in public places, school, theaters, or other crowded venues have escalated over the past few years. The execution style killings of 20 precious children and six adults in Newtown, Connecticut’s Sandy Hook Elementary School just brings more questions of why and an outcry for answers. There are no quick solutions or fixes. We’re faced today with a society that exploits violence, mental health conditions, that are not properly treated or not treated at all. We live in a different gun culture where it’s not enough to won firearms for protection or game hunting. Today, around the nation, there are 360 million guns owned by individuals. On the day after the Connecticut school murders, the record was broken for gun purchases in one day in the history of our county. Our constitution’s second amendment guarantees us that right to bear arms but does it give us the right to semi-automatic assault weapons designed to kill in large numbers? American citizens live their lives as ideal parents, workers, ministers, politicians, teachers and yes, even newspaper people, who own guns. Gun ownership is not the problem alone and in most cases, is not the problem at all.

The NRA Gun Lobby and right wing conservatives are quick to say “Guns don’t kill, people do.” They have a point; however, 85 people are killed by people with guns every day. Over 30,000 a year, more than all wars, car wrecks, etc. So if guns didn’t play a part, 30,000 people a year would be alive. It would be hard to kill that many with a knife or stick. Everybody here must take responsibility to help reduce the problem. It’s not all one way.

President Obama said we must work for change but he’s in a very difficult place. His base will criticize him for not going far enough; the other side will claim Obama wants to take their guns away. In fact, I ran into a lady Tuesday that said just that, “the President is using the killing of those children as an excuse to take our guns,” she said. She and her husband are digging a tomb like hole to hide their guns and they are buying all the ammunition they can while it’s available. I asked if she watches FOX News. “Absolutely, that’s the only place you get the truth,” she said. I have witnesses to that being a fact. So you see there are extremes on both sides. One thing you can rest assured of is that President Obama and the government will never take your guns. That’s foolish thinking. I feel like assault weapons sales will at least be curtailed. That alone won’t stop the mass killings but we must do whatever we need to make a safer place for our children and our society. It will take all sides working together, including the NRA and gun advocates. The time has come to start a positive move. Yes, while the nation weeps and before the tears dry. *****I must move on. I felt like my prospective needed saying. Dec. 14, 2012 will live a long time in the minds of everyone who has children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Please come along, it won’t do you no harm.

UNIONS PAVED THE WAY FOR BENEFITS ENJOYED TODAY Middle class families have been losing ground since Ronald Reagan became president. Today working people have a smaller piece of the cake or the icing is gone. As the union declines so does the middle class and that should concern everyone. All the advances that workers enjoy on their jobs today are due to the hard fights unions went through to improve the pay scale and working conditions. I recall the bad Texaco strike in Port Arthur in 1950. The unions stayed out for nearly a year. The wages were under $3 an hour and the working conditions were awful. The striking union members suffered. I recall them buying a cow for milk, chickens for eggs and meat and raising gardens just to survive through the strike. But those efforts are felt today in the good pay and working conditions at all area plants. Non-union workers have been the beneficiaries of advances fought for by union workers. Unions are being attacked by politicians; the latest in Michigan, making it harder for unions to collect dues.

The attacks will continue in Republican controlled states. Next is stripping public sector unions like police, firemen, teachers, etc. States who have one party control, like Wisconsin, with the stroke of the pen can do away with public unions. No more bargaining for policemen, sheriff’s employees, teachers.

Texas is controlled state wide by one party and could easily be rubber stamped, doing away with public sector unions. Over and over I see people vote against their own interest. Don’t for one minute believe that doing away with public unions wouldn’t make a lot of governing bodies happy. Millions could be saved statewide if you didn’t have unions to contend with. Think about that the next time you vote against your own interest.

FISCAL CLIFF PACKAGE ON SANTA’S SLEIGH A Christmas gift to the nation would be to end the fiscal crisis. The end is in sight. President Obama will probably keep in place the Bush era tax rate for households with earnings less then $500,000. A half million, that’s 100,000 more than he had already proposed. The top tax bracket would pay only 3.6 percent more but the President will insist the most vulnerable are protected while sticking to his request on infrastructure spending for roads, bridges, schools etc. and also on the extension of expiring unemployment benefits. He won’t agree to deep cuts to Medicare health providers. That should make doctors, hospitals, etc. happy. The stickler might be a two year debt ceiling deal that would take the issue off the table for that time, and then our government leaders could go back to governing. Over 10 years, the fiscal deal would be around $1.2 trillion both ways, in revenues and cuts.

CONDOLENCES We were indeed saddened by the death of Dorothy Harmon, age 81, who passed away Friday, Dec. 14, at St. Elizabeth. Ms. Dorothy had been fighting numerous illnesses the past few

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A FEW HAPPPENINGS At this time of year, for over 20 years, our friend Dot Esbach would come driving up, delivering a gift of her famous fudge.

Dot passed away this year but to keep the tradition going, Cal and Connie Esbach duplicated Dot‘s recipe and blessed us with an annual gift package of fudge.*****Our friend Quincy Procell stopped by. He has lost over 80 pounds and when he loses 20 more he will have knee surgery.*****Liz Hogan, the insurance lady, is not only easy to look at but she’s also very nice.

She says advertising her business in The Record has been very OUR SYMPATHIES successful. Liz has expanded and now has an insurance agenWe were saddened also to learn of the death of our cy in Buna. Many people from the Buna area pick up The Relongtime friend Donny Garsee, age 66, who passed cord so we wanted them to know about the Liz Hogan Agency away Dec. 13, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. with All-State.*****Our friend Donna Peterson Stutes (mom) He was a native of San Augustine and had lived in Or- had hip joint replacement at Methodist Hospital in Houston. ange 45 years. He had been employed by Boilermaker Union The first time she tried to get up she passed out. The attendant Local 587 for the last 35 years, and was a member of the thought she had a heart attack. That rumor sped through OrFirst Baptist Church of Mauriceville. Donny loved the out- ange. “Mom“ is fine, her heart is good.*****The Orange County doors, he loved to hunt, fish and ride his motorcycle. He boys in the NFL all had a good weekend. Coach Wade Phillips leaves behind wife Linda, daughters Coleen and Malan- and his Houston Texan defense shut down the Colts 29-17, but ie, step-daughter Lacy and step-sons Clark and Quincy, Adrian Peterson and the Minnesota Vikings come to Reliant several grandchildren, sister Cathy and brother Danny. next.***Matt Bryant and his Atlanta Falcons whipped up on Eli and the Giants 34-0. Matt kicked two field goals and four BEWARE: THE TERRIBLE extra points.***Earl Thomas and the Seattle Seahawks had a CHRISTMAS TRIP SCAM great day against the Buffalo Bills, 50-17. Earl had an interSomeone hacked into Patsy Pecks computer and got ception that he returned for a 57-yard TD.***Dallas won 27-14 the names of all her contacts. We received the following e- in overtime over the Steelers, and the New Orleans Saints mail Monday, Dec. 17, at 6:20 a.m. A few months ago Judge whipped up on Tampa Bay 41-0. Drew Brees and the Saints Courtney Arkeem was also the subject of a similar scam. come to Jerry‘s house Sunday noon.*****People never cease The e-mail requested help in Patsy’s name. to amaze me. Last Wednesday, 12-12-12, a North Texas man “I really hope you get this fast. I could not inform anyone about carved a pentagram into his six year old son‘s back. He told our trip because it was impromptu. We had to be in Philippines the 911 dispatcher he did it because “It‘s a Hold Day.” He was for a Christmas Holiday and Tour. The program was success- charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The ful, but our journey has turned sour. we misplaced our wal- guy needs to be locked up in a room with Quincy or Johnny let and cell phone on our way back to the hotel that we lodge Montage for a little while.*****We ran into Al Lyons, the butchin after we went for sight seeing. The wallet contained all the er at Bridge City Market Basket the other day. We had a lot valuables we had. Now, our passport is in custody of the hotel to visit about and told stories about “Spec“ Faries, who was a management pending when we make payment. I am sorry if I famous Orange and Bridge City butcher. Everyone who ever am inconveniencing you but I have only very few people to run knew “Spec“ has a story. He even once worked for Frank Todato now. i will be indeed very grateful if i can get a short term ro at the “Save-way Super Market, on Park Ave. Those two were loan from you ($1,450 USD). this will enable me sort our hotel a pair of aces. Both are long gone now. I wonder if they ended bills and get my sorry self back home. I will really appreciate up in the same spot. If they did, the place is not the same.*****A whatever you can afford in assisting me with this. I promise to few folks we know celebrating birthdays. Mitch Hidalgo, Rayrefund it in full as soon as I return. let me know if you can be of mond Hughes, Stacey Bates and Christina celebrate on Dec. any assistance. Please let me know soonest. Thanks so much…” 19.***Dec. 20, Annie Hargrave, the nice lady at the checkout at Patsy Peck Bridge City Market Basket, also married to Joe for many years, NOTE: Judge David Peck says if you’re gullible enough to deserves a nice day.***Our buddy Kenny Pigg is a year older on send money, send a money order to Patsy’s home address. Dec. 20. Danny should have something special for him. Most of Kenny’s meals come from Danny’s Deli. ***Dec. 21, is the TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME birthday of one of my favorite people, Judge Buddie Hahn.

10 Years Ago-2002 When I first met Buddie we were both 35 years younger and After 22 years, Justice of the Peace Flo Edgerly retires from it’s been a good ride. More importantly to the Judge is that Dec. Pct. 3. Dec. 31 will be her last day as J.P. Longtime employee 23 is he and the lovely Ms. Carol’s 46th wedding anniversary.

Janice Menard was elected to the J.P. post and takes over Jan. They have lived the good and sad times and I wish them only 1, 2003. Judge Flo celebrates her birthday Christmas Day. She the best in a long, healthy life.***On Dec. 22, Rooney Harmon, says, “I can not imagine having a birthday at any other time. Yvonne Veillon and Phyllis Broussard celebrate their special Our Christmas tree has both birthday and Christmas gifts un- day.***Our longtime buddy Chris Gunn, Dayle and Buzzie’s der it. I get more gifts than anyone.”*****The Bridge City Cham- little boy, who is married to the lovely Cindy, is a year older. He ber named Marialaice Saucier “Citizen of the Year.” *****Bill was just a puppy when we first laid eyes on him at Gunn’s Stuand Betty Smith celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary dio. ***A special friend, longtime educator Joy Scarborough, Dec. 23. (Editor’s note: Betty passed away a few years ago but will celebrate her big day on Dec. 24. Back in June, Miss Joy Bill, the railroad engineer, is still going strong.)*****Point of injured her leg and her therapy has been slow and has really interest. This week, back in 1945, Gen. George Patton was set this most active lady back. The injury has taken its toll but buried after being killed in a Heidelberg, Germany auto ac- she’s not giving up, she’s fighting back and on her birthday we cident on Des. 21. I didn’t realize that he hadn’t made it to D- wish her the best and a great year. ***Also celebrating on the 24 Day. *****Bridge City’s Matt Bryant and the Giants beat Pay- is Al’s better half Helen DeRoche. We wish her a special happy ton Manning and the Colts, 44-27. *****Services were held birthday. ***A special day for our friends Rene and Lucy Hanks, for Lee Roy Arnaud, 66, who died Dec. 22. A native of Arn- who celebrate 57 years on Dec. 24. Best wishes for many more. audville, he was a resident of Bridge City. His wife Lynn died ***Dec. 25, Christmas Day, is double special for a bunch of folks. a couple of years ago. His children are Tony, Mary Ann and Judge Flo and our friend Ronnie Hutchison are Christmas baRichard. ****Margaret “Peggy” Toal Garrett, 80, a native of bies. Also Earline Russell, Ruby Ryan, Velma Theriot, Evelyn Orange, died in Dallas on Dec. 19. *****Derrick Bufford, 12, Foster, Rushia Mae Cooper, Louise Buker, Janelle Deutsch, of Orange, wins the ‘Silver Gloves State Champion Bantam Randy Wuske and Mary Frances Hartley all celebrate on Weight’ championship in McKinney. Derrick is a student at Christmas Day. Happiest birthdays to all. Please see complete Little Cypress-Mauriceville Junior High. The 119 pound youth list in this paper.*****The Wednesday Lunch Bunch holds it‘s will fight next in Region 6. A win would sent him to the na- 20th anniversary and Christmas gathering , hosted by Robert tional championship.*****Van Choate’s Cajun Cookery is now and his staff at Robert‘s Steak House. More on this great gathserving snow crabs plus crabs, shrimp, ribs, quail, boudain, cat- ering next week. On Dec. 26, the Lunch Bunch will gather at fish etoufee, jambalaya, gumbo, several deserts. (Editor’s note: Novrozsky’s, that’s the day after Christmas. *****Next week Now those were the days when you could eat all you want for The Penny Record and The County Record will be out at it‘s $12.99. I guess the days are gone of large selection, low prices.) regular time on Wednesday. It will be our special “End of the Year” publication, however we will have an earlier deadline of 40 Years Ago-1972 Saturday for news releases and advertising copy. For “End of Kendig Gulf has grand opening at 3001 MacArthur Year“ sales promotions, the absolute deadline will be 12 noon Circle.*****For the third year in a row, Donald Riley, a sixth Monday. It‘s a great time to advertise during our promotions. grader at Salk School, has been chosen to the Jr. Football All Star team in three divisions.*****The All Orange County FelCAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK lowship of Christian Athletes football team was announced Alcid Comeaux him, walked into da crowded waitin room by six coaches. Coaches were Chief Wilson of Bridge City, Bill at Dr. Boudreaux’s office. Da receptionist, Ms. Agnes, her, Parker of Little Cypress-Mauriceville, Cliff Larson of Stark, axe Comeaux why he needed to see da doctor him?

Mike Trevathan of Orangefield, Jeep Colburn of Vidor and Comeaux say, “Well, dere’s something wrong with my Glen Green of West Orange. The team was recognized Sun- weiner.“ Ms. Agnes her, came unglued, got huffy and say, day afternoon at Little Cypress-Mauriceville. Auditorium at “Mr. Comeaux, you shouldn’t come into a crowded room an FCA rally. Popular spiritual singer Ray Hildebrant was and say anyting like dat.” special guest.*****Clyde Haynes is outgoing state represenComeaux say, “Mai, you axe wats wrong wit me and I toll tative, Wayne Peveto replaces him next month.*****James you.”

Stringer, county judge, likes to marry people so well he marMs. Agnes say, “Mr. Comeaux, you caused a lot of patients ried himself this year.*****Joe Blanda is the town’s most fa- in dis room to be embarrassed. You should have said somemous barber.*****Bridge City judge is Guy Rasco.*****Pretty thing is wrong wit you ear and wen Dr. Boudreaux axe you in Carmon Davis, a realtor, is the goddess of poise.*****West private, tell him wat is wrong wit you.”

Orange police chief is Tony Taylor.*****John Greco is a colComeaux say, “Okay,” and turned and walked outside . In orful doctor who is married to Joan. (Editor’s note: she hadn’t a few minutes he come back in. yet hooked up with Ed Lovelace).*****Sallie Frazier is county Ms. Agnes smiled and say, “Yes.” clerk. David Dunn is judge of County Court at Law. Larry Comeaux say, “Dere’s something wrong wit my ear.”

Gunter is city judge of Pinehurst. Louvenia Hryhorchuck Ms. Agnes smile her, knowing Comeaux had taken her adis the new tax assessor. Casey Peveto is still commissioner, vice. Den she axe, “Wat seems to be da problem wit you ear, Pct. 1.*****Jerry Peveto, son of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Peveto, hanh?” wins RCA National Rodeo Championship Steer Dogging for Comeaux anser, “Mai, I can’t pee out of it.”

1972 held last week in Oklahoma City. He also won $3,500 in prize money.*****Brenda Bradley, the daughter of Mr. and C’EST TOUT Mrs. Bill Bradley of Bridge City, will leave Dec. 26 for a ChrisThanks to Dr. Chris Penning and his very capable staff I tian Mission tour through Europe and the Near East. She managed to get through another column. It ain’t been easy. It’s will train first in Switzerland. She’s a 1970 Bridge City grad. coming on Christmas and I have been blessed with many gifts, great friends, good friends, friends, plus over 40 years of loyal BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK readers and a supportive advertising family. I have a healthy Dan Brocklehurst, Ellisia Smith, Christina Carpenter, Mar- family, well somewhat, a few enemies that inspire me to go on, a cu McLellan, Mitch Hidalgo, Raymond Hughes, Ruth Fourni- life that is never boring and a God that’s dealt me a good hand. er, Bill Cardner, Janet Holland, Shelby Vogt, Stacey Bates, He even put me and the crawfish in the same place, where the Andrew Havens, Jeremy Granger, Jeffery Huebel, Elizabeth world’s most beautiful women are around to admire, in a wonParish, Kenneth Pigg, Majed Jaarah, Marion Martin, Matt derful, peaceful community, surrounded by great people.

Reeves, Daniel Perry, Buddie Hahn, Rick Deutsch, Bill Bailey, When storms hit “Acts of God” like Hurricane Ike, I learned Glenda Granger, Paula Hall, Rachel Guidry, Donny Robbins, the resolve, strength and kindness of our county. How could I Phyllis Broussard, Rodney Harmon, Yvonne Veillon, Clevie be more fortunate. I have plenty to be thankful for this ChristFontenot, James Robbins, Charlee Lemons, Dale Burns, Debi mas. Material things are the icing. I hope you and your family Foster, Rodney Petty Sr., Walter LeBlanc, Chris Gunn, Jane are also blessed. From all of us here at The Record, we wish Holton, Sue Cowling, Holly Bryan, Joy Scarborough, Mindy you all a very Merry Christmas but first a happy “End of the Granger, Toni Thompson, Trey Clark, Terri Estes, Helen DeR- World” Friday. May your turkey and ham come out just right. oche, Lewis Sims, Mary Jane McCune, Mike Dillion, Earline Thanks to Capt. Chuck Uzzle, I’m having wild duck. Take care Russell, Ruby Ryan, Ronnie Hutchison, Rushia Mae Cooper, and God bless.

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OC Hotel/Motel Tax Committee taking applications for funds

The Orange County Hotel/ Motel Tax committee has released applications for nonprofit entities within Orange County to apply for a portion of the County’s Hotel/Motel Tax funds. Any 501(C) organization in Orange County that attracts visitors to Orange County Texas can make application to the committee.

There are a number of restrictions by state law as to how the funds can be utilized. First, the funds must be used in a man-

ner that encourages overnight visitors to Orange County.

Secondly, expenditures must fall within one of the following categories.

• Convention Centers and Visitor Information Centers: the acquisition of sites for and the construction, improvement, enlarging, equipping, repairing, operation and maintenance of convention center facilities or visitor information centers, or both; • Registration of Conven-

tion Delegates: the furnishing of facilities, personnel, and materials for the registration of convention delegates or registrants; • Advertising, Solicitations and Promotions that Directly Promote Tourism and the Hotel and Convention Industry: advertising and conducting solicitations and promotional programs to attract tourists and convention delegates or registrants to the county; • Promotions of the Arts

that Directly Promote Tourism and the Hotel and Convention Industry: that the encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts, including instrumental and vocal music, dance, drama, folk art, creative writing, architecture, design and allied fields, painting, sculpture photography, graphic and craft arts, motion picture, radio, television, tape and sound recording, and other arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of these major art forms, • Historical Restoration and Preservation Activities that Directly Promote Tourism and the Hotel and Convention Industry: historical restoration and preservation projects or activities or advertising and conducting solicitation and promotional programs to encourage tourists and convention delegates to visit preserved historic sites or museums.

• Sporting Event Expenses that Substantially Increase Economic Activity at Hotels: Expenses including promotional expenses, directly related to a sporting event in which the majority of participants are tourists who substantially increase economic activity at hotels and motels within the county.

• Certain Portions of Sporting Facilities: Expenses for a certain percentage of a facility’s patrons that are directly contributing to increased local hotel activity.

• Shuttle Services for Convention Activities: Shuttle services for an event is an eligible expense provided the shuttle services begins or terminates at a local hotel facility.

Applications can be downloaded from the Orange County Economic Development Corporation web site at www.orangecountyedc.com.

Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. Jan. 18, 2013 at the OCEDC offices; 1201 Childers

Sen. Robert Nichols: Senator Robert Nichols

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With the Christmas season once again upon us, I find myself looking forward to so many of my favorite holiday traditions and events. Perhaps one of our family’s most anticipated traditions is eating my wife’s special Christmas Coffee Cake after opening gifts.

Not only is the cake delicious, but it comes with a very special story. A little over 25 years ago, my wife stopped to help an elderly lady in her 80’s shop in a grocery store aisle. The woman told my wife about a coffee cake she had been making for Christmas breakfast for many, many years and ended up giving her the recipe. My wife has fixed it for our family every Christmas since. The center is the first to be eaten and everyone rushes to get to that part first! No doubt each of you have similar stories and recipes which you hold dear.

Christmas also means the close to another year and a chance to look forward to what the next may bring. In Austin there is already a flurry of excitement around the upcoming legislative session.

Allow me to share just a few activities which are currently going on at your State Capitol in preparation for when the Legislature will soon convene.

Changes in Membership

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Road, Orange, TX 77630 or interested persons can call the OCEDC offices at (409) 883-7770 and have an application mailed to you. The Hotel/ Motel Tax Committee will review the applications and hold a public hearing in February.

The committee will then make recommendations to the Orange County Commissioner’s Court for expenditure of the funds.

One major project that will be considered for funding will be the CHAMPS project to be located on Highway 1442.

This proposed facility was the focal point for the passing of the tax. This will be a multimillion dollar project that will serve many uses for Orange County. It has not been determined how much of the tax funds will be dedicated to that project. All remaining funds will be dedicated to the various projects around Orange County.

My five cents

The session will bring 44 new state representatives (of 150 total) and six new state senators (of 31 total). They will be sworn in on the first day of session, January 8th, 2012. Part of the oath of office calls for elected officials to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution. This is an excellent reminder as we begin a new session to never stray from the guiding principles in the Constitution. While senators normally serve four years

Sen. Robert Nichols FOR THE RECORD a term, our House counterparts serve two.

Drawing for Seniority In the Legislature, the term “seniority” refers to privileges granted to those members who have served the longest.

However, when many members are elected in the same year, they must draw lots to determine where they will rank in seniority in relation to their colleagues entering at the same time. Imagine such an important number being determined by sheer chance, and yet this is a very old tradition.

Committee Appointments The beginning of a session also brings with it new committee assignments. I was very pleased recently to be appointed by Lieutenant Governor Dewhurst to serve as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Transportation. This is a policy area I have cared about for quite some time and which is very important to our state.

A priority of mine is to focus on the long-term funding of

transportation infrastructure.

I look forward to working with my colleagues on the committee toward finding innovative and tangible solutions to our state’s transportation needs.

In addition, more committee assignments will be coming next month with the beginning of session. I will be sure to keep you updated!

Office Moves Part of changes in House and Senate makeup of members also means that we usually have the opportunity to move offices at the beginning of each session if we should choose to do so. The greater the seniority a member has, the more choice he or she has.

In my case, our office will soon be moving from E1.808 to E1.706. Though both offices are in the Capitol Extension, the new office will put me closer to the committee rooms and give our constituents more room to visit in. As always, we welcome your input and would love to see you at your State Capitol soon!

Bill Filing Bill pre-filing began in early November and is still ongoing. As I’ve mentioned before, not all problems constitute the need for a new law, but on the rare occasion one is necessary, my office stands ready to work with you on those issues. I recently filed bills to limit the growth of property taxes, prohibit the use of eminent domain for recreational purposes and to significantly reform the state’s welfare system. These bills represent some of the priorities brought to me by the citizens of Senate District 3. Further bill filing is still a possibility, and I would encourage your ideas and input. Please feel welcome to contact my office at any time.

Robert Nichols is the state senator for Senate District 3.

First elected in 2006, Nichols represents 19 counties including much of East Texas and part of Montgomery County.

He lives in Jacksonville, Texas.

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Lamar State College-Orange students who are graduating with honors on Dec. 14 are listed below. To be considered an honor graduate, students must graduate with a grade point average of 3.5 out of 4.0. Summa Cum Laude graduates receive the highest honor and must have GPA between 3.8 and 4.0; Magna Cum Laude graduates must have a GPA between 3.65 and 3.79; Cum Laude graduates must have a GPA between 3.5 and 3.64.

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Community Bulletin Board

Eagles offers activities, pool tournament and hall rental The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2523, located at 803 N. 28th St. in Orange is offering several classes, activities and fundraisers.

The Eagles will be open Christmas Day this year from 4 p.m. to midnight. Patrons will enjoy free pool and popcorn and rink specials will be offered throughout the evening. The community is invited and welcomed to come meet the members and relax for the evening.

Celebrate bringing in the new year with the Eagles on Monday, Dec. 31. Three Legged Dawg will provide the entertainment.

Champagne and party favors are included in the reservation at $10 per seat.

Free scrapbook classes are held at 4 p.m. each Tuesday. The community is invited.

Free genealogy classes are offered at 4 p.m. each Wednesday.

The Eagles will host a pool tournament every Friday beginning at 8 p.m. Prize money will given to first and second place winners. Food will be available.

The Eagles have new hours of operation. The Eagles have new hours of operation. They will now be open on Monday’s at 4pm.

The hours for the rest of the week remain the same.

Patrons will now enjoy free pool, free popcorn and drink specials Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during special hours.

As always our community is invited to come meet our members and enjoy our facility.

The 63’ X 39’ hall is available for rent. The hall is suitable for all occasions, with an occupancy of 200. The amenities include a band stand, nice dance floor, tables, chairs, large kitchen, wet bar, pool table, and a large parking lot. A bartender and waitress will be provided as needed.

The Fraternal Order of Eagles has an excellent location, one block off MacArthur Drive. For more information on any of the activities or rent the hall contact Sharon Bodin at 409-735-8662 or 409-719-7793.

American Legion Club Room now open The American Legion Club Room, located at 108 Green Ave. in Orange will be open at noon, Monday through Sunday, on a trial basis. The American Legion Post 49 is revised their hours to be serve their members and guest. For this venture to be successful, the American Legion is asking for the support and patronage of the community.

Boy Scouts to host annual flag fundraiser The Boy Scouts of Troop 62 is now accepting subscriptions for commemorative flag displays in and around North Orange (near Hwy. 87 and Meeks Drive) between IH-10 and South Teal Road.

The 3’ by 5’ flags will be displayed on the five flag days of the year (Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Patriots Day [9/11]

Texas A&M Forest Service issues safety tips for holiday season Conditions could line up for an active winter wildfire season in some parts of the state, and Texas A&M Forest Service officials are urging residents to take precautions.

The agency has identified an “area of concern” where large wildfires could occur this winter if conditions are right. The area includes everything north of a line from Fort Stockton along I-10 to San Antonio, north to Austin, northeast to Tyler and east along I-20 to the state line. That region didn’t get enough rainfall this year to eliminate drought but did get enough to increase grass growth.

Low humidity, dry conditions and high winds can cause fire to spread rapidly, said Justice Jones, Wildland Urban Interface coordinator for Texas A&M Forest Service. Although there are particular areas of concern, fires can occur anywhere in the state, and residents should remain cautious.

“Any time the state experiences dry periods with strong, gusty winds, the threat of wildfire will increase and extra caution is encouraged to avoid devastating wildfires,” Jones said.

Several precautions are suggested for the holiday season: Check for and obey burn bans and fireworks restrictions.

When and where outdoor burning is allowed, keep the fire small, never leave it unattended and remove flammable leaves and other materials from the area surrounding the fire. Avoid lighting piles on windy days.

Keep water nearby in case a fire starts. A spark or burning ember can ignite dry, fine-textured fuels like grass and weeds.

Read and follow label instructions on how to properly discharge fireworks.

Use fireworks with close adult supervision and only in areas clear of dry vegetation.

Avoid using fireworks, particularly aerial varieties, around buildings. Wind can carry hot fireworks onto roofs where leaves or other flammable debris may have accumulated.

Remove your natural Christmas tree soon after the holidays and consider community tree recycling projects. Christmas trees can be ground up for mulch or provide shelter for birds and other wildlife.

Dispose of wrapping paper, boxes and other holiday waste by recycling, when practical. Burn paper and cardboard in a burn barrel or other fire-proof receptacle topped by a metal screen or grill, as winds can carry embers over long distances.

and Veterans Day). The flags will be displayed no later than 9 a.m. on the commemorative day, picked up before dusk and stored until the next flag day.

An initial $75 tax deductible donation ($50 for renewals) is required. Money orders and checks must be received 14 days prior to posting day in order to ensure timely service. All proceeds go to support Scout activities and programs throughout the year.

For subscriptions, contact Bubba Plexico, Troop 62 Scoutmaster, at 214-770-0568; or Chris Wright, Troop 62 Fundraising Chair, at 409-882-9972.

Mauriceville AA meets An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting is held each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Mauriceville at the United Methodist Church on Highway 12. For more information call 409-670-6265.

Orange Community Band to meet every Thursday The Orange Community Band rehearses every Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the National Guard Armory, located at 4103 Meeks Drive in Orange. They are in need of players for the following sections; flute, clarinet, saxophone, French horn, and percussion, but ALL are welcome! The band performs Christmas, Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veteran’s Day concerts. At least one traditional band concert is performed annually. Please visit us on Facebook at Orange Community Band.

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December 20 and 22, 2012 (6:00pm - 8:00pm) Lighted Evening Christmas Strolls - Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the decorated gardens with friends and family. See lighted areas with seasonal décor, Christmas tree designs created by area schools, organizations, businesses and families, and listen to holiday music along the way. Entry is free with the donation of a non-perishable food item.

Saturday, February 9, 2013 (8:00am - 1:00pm) 18th Annual Community Trash-Off - Join friends, family and coworkers in an Orange community-wide trash clean-up to help keep Orange, Adams Bayou and the surrounding areas free of litter. Teams, consisting of 3 to 5 people, will meet at Orange Lions Park and will be assigned a cleaning site on a first-come, first-served basis and those willing to bring small watercraft for cleaning Adams Bayou are welcome to attend. Gather at Orange Lions Park afterward for pizza and prizes.

Participation forms can be found online at www.shangrilagardens.org or can be requested by calling Kaycee Dortch at 409.670.0803.

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This program is free of charge and open to the public.

On display through January 12, 2013 On the Wing: Birds in Books of Hours - Beautiful birds adorn the pages of medieval illuminated manuscripts and appear as both symbols and decorations. As part of the Museum’s annual Christmas offering, this exhibition features four Books of Hours from the Museum collections.

On display through January 26, 2013 National Geographic Greatest Photographs of the American West See a collection of iconic images gathered by National Geographic over the span of 125 years. Seventy-five images on display give a gripping visual narrative that confronts the myths and realities of life in the West through an exploration of legends, encounters, boundaries and visions.

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Deaths and Memorials In Loving Memory Steven Richard Gentry

A celebration of life in memory of Steven Richard Gentry, 39, was held on Nov. 24, 2012 at the Stonebridge Church in The Woodlands. Richard passed away on Nov. 20, 2012 at his home in The Woodlands under the care of Memorial Hermann Hospice and his family.

Richard was born on Nov. 9, 1973 in Orange. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Roe and Louise Baldwin, his father Joed Richard Gentry and his brother Travis Gentry.

Richard is survived by his wife of fourteen years, Elissa Gentry of The Woodlands; mother, Dee Baldwin of Bridge City; sister, Shannon Livingston of Orange; brothers, Jim Zeferjahn of Topeka, Kan. and Kyle Gentry of Spring.

Richard attended school in Deweyville, Orangefield, and LCM. He graduated in 1992 from Riverton High School, Riverton, Kan. and attended the University of Arkansas. Richard was a Design Engineer for Baker Hughes prior to his illness. Richard will be greatly missed by his wife, family, coworkers and his many friends. He never met a stranger and always greeted everyone with a smile and a hand shake. During his illness he would find a way to laugh and offer a little “Gentryism” as he called it.

A special thank you to Pastor Keith Pennington of New Life Assembly of God for his beautiful heartfelt memorial and to the nurses of Memorial Hermann Hospital & Hospice Care. You are greatly appreciated and will forever be in our hearts.

Leonard Breaux Jr. Orange Leonard Breaux Jr., 70, of Orange, died Tu e s d a y, Dec. 11, 2012, at his home surrounded by family and loved ones.

Born at St. Mary’s Hospital in Port Arthur, on Nov. 22, 1942, Leonard was the son of Leonard J. Breaux Sr. and Emma Campbell Breaux. Leonard served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1965 and later worked as a Boilamaker for Local #587. He was an avid fisherman and loved going to Lake Sam Rayburn to fish with family and friends.

Leonard also enjoyed cooking for family gatherings. His quiet, humorous nature will be missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard J. Sr. and Emma Campbell Breaux. Leonard is survived by his wife, Nancy Corder Breaux; stepdaughters, Susan and Jennifer Cannon; step-grandchildren, Megan Ryan Hudson and Emma Grace Cannon; sister, Ophelia Breaux Faires and numerous nieces and nephews.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date after the Christmas Holidays.

Cremation will be under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory.

Horris “Hoss” Bounds Orange Horris “Hoss” Bounds, 89, of

Orange, died Monday, Dec. 17, 2012 at his home.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 19, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange with the Rev. Daniel Rose, of Community Church in Orange, officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Born in Ratcliff, Texas, on Dec. 13, 1923, Horris was the son of George W. Bounds and Ruby Lee (Allen) Bounds. Horris served in the U.S. Army Combat Engineers from 1943 to 1945, participated in five beach head invasions in the South Pacific Theater and was a Purple Heart recipient. He then worked as a millwright at Millwright Local 2484. Horris was a loyal member of the Masonic Lodge in Orange, the Texas American Vets #13, and the Community Church in Orange. He loved to play dominoes with the Little Cypress Baptist Church lunch group and enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and visiting with old folks. He is known for being able to make people laugh with his many funny stories. He was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Mamas Labbit Bounds; second wife, Gwinda Bounds; step-daughter, Eddy Lou McInnis; sister, Mary Lee West; brothers, John J. Bounds, Noble Bounds, Lester Bounds, and Joe Edd Bounds. Horris is survived by his children, Mary Lou Turner of Orangefield; John “Bo” Bounds and wife Susan of Orange; Karen and husband

Robert Brown of Orange; and Ruth Ann Sahualla of Orange; sister-in-law, Faye Bounds..

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Veterans of Foreign Wars USA at 1882 Park Street Beaumont, TX 77701 (409) 835-7352 or www. vfw.org.

Dorothy Bonnin Harmon Orange Dorothy Bonnin Harmon, 81, of Orange passed away Friday, Dec. 14, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Dec. 18, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange with the Rev. Tom Phelan officiating. Interment followed at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.

Mrs. Harmon was born Sept.

29, 1931 in Orange to Ed Joseph and Eunice M. (Carpenter) Bonnin. She was an active member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and a former longtime member of St Mary’s Catholic Church. She had been a member of Church Women United, Catholic Daughters of America and a volunteer in the offices at St. Mary and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church’s. More than anything she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Riley Bonnin and Russell Bonnin.

Dorothy is survived by her husband, Donald Harmon; and sons and daughters-in-law, Donnie and Rhonda Harmon and Kevin and Teri Harmon. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Amber Verrett DeBeaumont, Haley Harmon, Brian Harmon, Shelby Harmon, Jordan Harmon and Bryce Harmon; brother, Danny Bonnin and wife, Pat; sistersin-law, Jane Bonnin and Shirley Bonnin and numerous nephews and nieces.

Brian Harmon, Jordan Harmon, Bryce Harmon, Reagan Sonnier, Troy DeBeaumont and Danny Bonnin served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Jeff Bonnin and Preston Fuller. The family would also like to say thank you to all the doctors, nurses and staff that helped care for Mrs. Harmon.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Mary Catholic School Foundation, 2600 Bob Hall Rd, Orange TX 77630 or to a charity of your choice.

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James Barton, “JB” Sonnier Sr. 79, of Orange passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 surrounded by his loving family.

A visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 21, at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, with a Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. at the church.

A Christian Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012 at the church, with the Rev. George Kidangen officiating.

Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

JB was a native of Scott, La.; born on Dec. 7, 1933 to parents Alicia (Comeaux) and Joseph Sonnier Sr. He had lived in the Orange area for 51 plus years and had retired from Boilermaker Local Union #587 in 1995.

He was a member of St. Helen’s Catholic Church. JB was an avid hunter, gardener, and fisherman.

He loved spending time with his family; who will miss him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his son, Joseph Lee Sonnier Sr., sister, May Rose Guidry; brothers, Joseph Ivey Sonnier, Gardener Sonnier, Ray Arnold Sonnier Sr. He is survived by his wife, Patsy Marie Sonnier of Orange; children, Monica Lynn Sonnier of Orange, Cheryl Ann Barfield

and husband James “Rusty” of Orange, James B. Sonnier Jr. of Idaho, Paulette Alicia Allbritton and husband Wayne of Mauriceville, Bernard Eugene Sonnier and wife Darla of Orange. Also left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren, Joseph Jr., Jeremy, Shontel, Christopher, James III, Colin, Joel, Jonathan, Elizabeth, Bernard Jr., Gabrielle; two great grandchildren and numerous much loved nieces and nephews.

Allen Romero Orange Allen Romero, 78, of Orange, died Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, at his home surrounded by his family.

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Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Born in New Iberia, La. on May 28, 1934, Allen was the son of Raoul and Annie (Louviere) Romero. He served in the U.S. Army during the 1950’s and was on the U.S. Army Boxing team as a member and later as a coach.

He was a welder at Gulf Oil for forty years. Allen was also a second degree black belt in Karate and taught at the Y.M.C.A. Most of all, Allen loved his family and was involved in all of his children and grandchildren’s activities.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Romero; brothers, Phillip, John and Noah Romero; and sisters, Mae Dartez, Lena Robbins and Hilda Boudreaux.

Allen is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Jessie and Tina Romero of Orange; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Mike Taylor of Orangefield; son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Denice of Lumberton; and daughter, Christie Romero and her fiancé, Paul Peroni of Sulphur, Louisiana.

He is also survived by his brother, Lester Romero; sisters, Olive Dartez and Evelyn Kirby; and grandchildren, Dillon and Morgan Taylor, Christopher and Kyle Flanagan, Colbi, Chaz, Kyle and Megan Romero, Brennon, Bethanie and Abbie Patin.

Serving as pallbearers will be his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be his granddaughters.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Odyssey Hospice Fund, 550 Fannin Street, Beaumont 77701

Wayne C. Bergeron Vinton, La. Wayne C. Bergeron, 67, of Vinton, La., died Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, in Sulphur.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with Mr. Freddy Shores, of McLewis Church of Christ, officiating. Burial followed at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

Born in Orange, on August 11, 1945, Wayne is the son of Clarence and Wanda Mae (Bertrand) Bergeron. He served in the US Army and retired from Beacon Maritime as a structural designer.

He preceded in death by infant brother, Clarence Bergeron Jr. Wayne is survived by his wife, Cheryl Bergeron of Vinton; parents, Clarence and Wanda Bergeron of Orange; son, Gary Bergeron and wife (Melissa) of Austin; daughter, Carolyn Cagle of Carthage; and step-son, Trampas Hopper and Chalene of Vinton.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brandon Thompson, Ashley Thompson, Tyler Bergeron, and Trent Bergeron; brothers, Roger Bergeron and wife Laverne of Mauriceville, David Frank Bergeron and wife Joy of Orange; and sister, Clara Bergeron Jackson of Vinton.

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Stephen Bergeron, Jerry Jackson, Davy Bergeron, and Joey Bergeron serves as pallbearers.

Roy J. Woods Orange Roy J. Woods, 83, of Orange passed away T h u r s d a y, Dec. 13, 2012 at Answered Prayer Assisted Living Home in Orange.

A graveside service was held Monday, Dec. 17, at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. Mike Umbenhaur, of First Presbyterian Church of Orange, officiating.

Mr. Woods was born July 5, 1929, in Sanger, to James Cecil and Nellie Alice (Curry) Woods.

He served in the United States Army and attended the University of North Texas where he earned his Master’s Degree in chemistry. In 1989, he retired from DuPont as a chemist after working there for 32 years.

He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Orange, the American Chemical Society and Sunset Grove Country Club Mens Golf Association.

He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Shirley (Moon) Woods; sister, Francile Sullivan and brothers, Johnny Woods and Cecil Woods.

He is survived by his daughters, Denise Woods of Missouri City and Angie Caillier and husband, Ralph of Orange; grandchild, Jason Budd; step grandchildren, Ashley Thompson and husband, Ryder, Rachel Clark and husband, Pat and Zane Caillier; five great grandchildren; niece, Kay Shambaugh and husband, Gregg of Fort Worth; three sister-in-laws, Jean Williams of Hewitt, JoAnn Stanley and husband, Grady of Garland and Lois Gann of Irving and various cousins in Louisiana.

Mr. Woods’s family would like to thank all of the staff at Answered Prayer Assisted Living Home and Compassion Care Hospice for the care and support their father received.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Answered Prayer Assisted Living Home, 602 Azalea Ave., Orange TX 77630.

Donny Marion Garsee Orange D o n n y Marion Garsee, 66, of Orange passed away on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012 at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.

A funeral service was held on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012 at First Baptist Church of Mauriceville, with the Rev. Kevin Brown officiating. A graveside service was held on Saturday, Dec. 15, at Parker Cemetery in San Augustine.

A native San Augustine, he was born on Sept. 9, 1946 to parents Leland Hildrege “Jack” Garsee and Mildred Henley. He had lived in the Orange area for 45 years and was employed with Boilermaker Local Union #587 for 35 years. Donny was a mem-

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Donny was a loving man who will be missed dearly.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leland Hildrege “Jack” Garsee; mother, Mildred Waggstaff; stepfather, H. B. Waggstaff; step mother, Nona Garsee; son, Michael Wayne Garsee; brother, John Wayne Garsee.

He is survived by his wife, Linda (Garrett) Garsee of Orange; daughters, Colleen Posey and husband, Douglas of Mauriceville, Malanie Hernandez of Orange; step daughter, Lacy Stephenson of Orange; step sons, Clark Teague and wife, Torrie of Port Neches, Quincy Teague of Rosharon, Texas; sisters, Cathy Sanders and husband, Wayne of Nacogdoches; brother, Danny Garsee of San Augustine. Also left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren, Brandi and Dakota Posey, Cameron, Alexis and Kaleigh Hernandez, Acesyn Stephenson, Larissa, Wendi, Desireigh Teague, Brianna and Joshua Teague and numerous nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be sent for the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

Lion’s Club, as well as a member of Pipefitter’s Local 195. Travis was an avid animal lover and he spent much of his time coaching and umpiring little league baseball. He also enjoyed camping and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse W. Nation Sr. and Virgetta (Delano) Nation; and brother, Lowell E. Nation.

Travis is survived by his wife of eight years, Milinda Nation; son, Jordan Romero; stepson, Jason Bowsher; step-grandchild, Jason Bowsher II; brothers, Jesse W. Nation, Roy E. Nation Sr., and Donald A. Nation Sr.; as well as, numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, an account has been prepared for Travis Nation to help the family with funeral expenses. Memorial contributions may be made at Five Point Credit Union in Bridge City.

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Travis Nation Orangefield Travis Nation, 55, of Orangefield, died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012 at St. Mary Hospital in Port Arthur.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 15, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. Burial followed at Harris Cemetery in West Orange.

Born in Orange, on March 9, 1957, Travis was the son of Jesse Wade Nation, Sr. and Virgetta (Delano) Nation. Travis graduated from West Orange High School and served in the United States Navy. He later worked as a pipefitter and a wrecker driver. He was a past President and member of the Bridge City

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The groom was attended by groomsmen Paul Landry and Kurt Owens.

Organist Julia Morris provided instrumental selections for the ceremony. Vocalists Hannah Landry and Daniel Winfree shared a song.

Following a criuse to the Caribbean the couple will reside in Cleburne, Texas. Haley will pursue her career as a registered dental hygienist. J.R. is a student at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth. He also serves as Minister to students at Sand Flat Baptist Church in Cleburne.

Bridge City, and the granddaughter of Howard and Jauna Matthewes of Bronson, Texas, and the late James Sr. and Evelyn Richard of Bridge City.

The groom is the son of Donald and Audrey McDonald of Vidor. He is the grandson of Betty Jones Flannigan

Haley Ann Richard and Jerod Ruil McDonald were untied in Christian marriage on Nov. 17, 2012 at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. Rev. Joshua McDonald, brother of the groom, officiated.

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Drop-in art activities continue at Stark Museum of Art

The Stark Museum of Art reminds area residents that drop-in art activities will continue on select dates in December 2012 and January 2013 in the lobby. Participate in education art projects suitable for the entire family and enjoy the exhibit On the Wing: Birds in Books of Hours. These drop-in, holiday activities are free for all ages and will take place from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on the following dates: • Dec. 26 - Celebrate! Create wearable art to don during your New Year’s celebration.

• Dec. 27 - Make your own sparkling ball to drop during the New Year’s countdown.

• Dec. 28 - Cheers! Create a special cup to toast the New Year!

• Jan. 2, 2013 - Visit the medieval illuminated manuscripts on view and then make your own minibook.

• Jan. 3, 2013 - Look for birds in the Books of Hours and then create your own bird art.

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luminated page with calligraphy illustrations and decorative jewels.

On drop-in days, docents will assist visitors of all ages with activities inspired by art on view in the Museum’s galleries. The mini-exhibit On the Wing, which highlights hand-crafted prayer books from the Middle Ages, is currently on view. These illuminated manuscripts date from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries and feature birds as both decorations and symbols.

On the Wing will be displayed through Jan. 12, 2013.

“The holidays are a wonderful time to visit the Museum with family and friends. Stop by for free art activities and learn more about the Museum’s collection,” said Amelia Wiggins, Educator for Studio and Family Programs. “Children are always welcome at the Stark Museum, but we want to remind visitors that children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.”

Also, families will have the opportunity to view the special exhibition National Geographic Greatest Photographs of the American West. The exhibition explores a collection of iconic Western images gathered by National Geographic over a span of some 125 years and was organized by the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in collaboration with the National Geographic Society and Museums West, presented by The Mays Family Foundation.

National Geographic Greatest Photographs of the American West will be on view through January 26, 2013.

Located at 712 Green Avenue in Orange, Texas, the Stark Museum of Art is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Group tours are available by appointment. For more information, call 409.886.ARTS (2787) or visit www.starkmuseum.org.

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Joy of Christmas celebrated in Orange County PENNY LELEUX FOR THE RECORD

Christmas is upon us. It is the time of year we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Most area churches will be holding special Christmas services in addition to their regularly scheduled services and activities. Here is a listing of many to be held in Orange County. The public is invited to join the service of your choice.

St. Helen Catholic Church will host a children’s mass Monday at 5:30 p.m. Midnight Mass will also be held Christmas Eve. Carols will be sung beginning 30 minutes before mass at 11:30. Mass will also be held Christmas morning at 8 p.m.

The church is located at 8105 FM 1442 in Orangefield. The Rev. George Kidangen is administrator. For more information contact the church at 409-735-2200.

St. Mary Catholic Church will host Christmas Eve masses at 4 p.m. and midnight. A Christmas Day mass will be offered at 10 a.m.

The church is located at 912 W. Cherry Ave. in Orange. The Rev. Joseph Daleo is pastor. For more information call 409-883-2883.

St. Henry Catholic Church of Bridge City offers Christmas Eve Mass with a 4 p.m. Children’s Mass and 6:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. On Christmas Day services will be at 8 a.m. St. Henry Catholic Church is located at 475 W. Roundbunch.

First United Methodist Church Orange will be holding a “Blue Christmas” service today, Dec. 19, for anyone who has suffered a loss or is feeling lost or “blue” this holiday season.

The service is at 6 p.m.

They will also be hosting a candlelight service Christmas Eve at 6 p.m.

A piano and organ concert will precede the service at 5:30 p.m.

The church is located at 502 Sixth

St. The Rev. John Warren is pastor.

For more information call 409-8867466.

Trinity Baptist Church, located at 1408 W. Park Ave in Orange, will host a Christmas Eve Candlelight service at 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24.

St. Paul United Methodist will hold Christmas Eve services at 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 11 p.m.

The church is located at 1155 W. Roundbunch Road in Bridge City. The Rev. Brad Morgan is pastor.

Call 409-735-5546 for more information or go to stpaulfamily.org.

Cowboy Church of Orange County will hold a candlelight service at 5 p.m. Christmas Eve. E. Dale Lee is the pastor.

Cowboy Church is located at 673 FM 1078, north of McLewis. Call 409718-0269 for more information.

First Baptist Church Orangefield will hold a candlelight service at 5 p.m. Christmas Eve. The church is located at 9788 FM 105. The Rev. Forrest Wood is pastor.

Contact the church at 409-735-3113 for more information.

First Baptist Church of Bridge City will host a Christmas Eve worship and candlelight Lord’s Supper service at 5 p.m., Monday. The Rev. Bob Boone is pastor.

The church is located at 200 W. Roundbunch. For more information contact the church at 409-735-3581 Winfree Baptist Church will host a

candlelight service Christmas Eve at 5:30 p.m. and a 9 a.m. service Christmas morning. Pastor of Winfree Baptist is Keith Royal.

The church is located at 19525 Hwy 62 S. For more information call 409735-7181, Second Baptist Church will have a service at 5:30 p.m. Christmas Eve. Bobby Hoffpauir is the pastor.

The church is located at 340 Bland in Bridge City. Contact the church for more information at 409-735-8156.

McDonald Memorial Baptist Church will hold a candlelight service at 6 p.m. Sunday.

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Little Cypress Baptist Church will host a candlelight service at 6:30 p.m., Monday. The Rev. David Turner is pastor.

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Community Church will have a Christmas Eve communion service at 6 p.m. at the church located at 3400 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Daniel Rose is pastor.

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St. Mark Lutheran will hold services at 6 p.m. Christmas Eve and 10 a.m. Christmas morning. The Rev. Paul Zoch is pastor.

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First Baptist Church of Mauriceville will have a candlelight service at 5 p.m. Sunday. The church is located at 11540 Hwy 12. Kevin Brown is the pastor.

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First Church of the Nazarene will have a service with special music Sunday. The music starts at 10:15 p.m. with the service at 10:45 p.m.

Christmas Eve they will have a come and go family communion service 4-5:30 p.m. The church is located at 3810 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Lead pastor is Ray McDowell. For more information contact the church at 409883-4674.

First Christian Church of Orangefield will have Sunday school at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. Sunday.

There will also be an evening service at 6 p.m. No services will be held Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. The church is located at 4234 FM 408. Jim Hardwick is the pastor. For more information call 409-735-4234.

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Santa will be very busy the next few days

Kaz’s Korner Joe Kazmar For The Record

HOUSTON TEXANS HEAD COACH GARY K U B I A K —T h e Fabulous Four Award for ridWe thought it would ing the talents of be nice to drive to quarterback Matt Houston to watch the Schaub, running Texans clinch the AFC back Arian Foster South Division chamand wide receiver pionship against the Merry Andre Johnson on Indianapolis Colts— the team that used to Christmas offense and J. J. own that AFC South From Kaz Watt on defense to his second straight title until the Texans AFC South Divisnatched it away last year—at sion title. The next objective Reliant Stadium Sunday.

As luck would have it, sit- is to secure home-field advanting right in front of us was tage for the playoffs Sunday a burly old man dressed in a against the Minnesota Vikings Santa Claus outfit. Fans come and then going farther than to NFL games decked out in last year in the playoffs.

WEST ORANGE-STARK many different get-ups, but HEAD FOOTBALL COACH why this time right in front of CORNEL THOMPSON—A me.

During halftime I asked snakebite kit to prevent havthe gentleman, “Do you get to ing any future seasons end by watch the Texans very often?” those Rattlers from Navasota, “Indeed not,” came his re- w h o could very well end up as ply. “I made a special trip way the 2012 Class 3A state chamdown here just to watch J.J. pions this weekend.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS Watt in action. I had read so much about him that I decided STAR RUNNING BACK PETERSON—A to see him perform in person.” ADRIAN I told him, “Well, you cer- road map outlining the route tainly picked a good day to from Minneapolis to Houston come see him. He’s been all which tells the story that if he over the field, making tackle is going to break Eric Dickerafter tackle and generally just son’s NFL single-season rushdisrupting Indianapolis’ of- ing record of 2,105 set in 1984, fense.” Watt ended up with 10 it will have to be through tackles, three sacks and four Houston Sunday when the Vikings play the Texans at Rehits on the quarterback.

Early in the fourth quarter liant Stadium. The Palestine he jumped up and said he had native needs 293 more yards to get back to work and began in his final two games to reach that milestone. And Texans’ to leave his seat.

I tapped him on the shoul- defensive coordinator and Order and asked if he planned on coming back next Sunday to watch the battle between the NFL’s top two rushers—Minnesota’s Adrian Peterson and Houston’s Arian Foster.

“Nope, I’m going to be very, very busy next weekend,” he said and turned to go down the stairs. As he took his first step, an envelope dropped from his pocket. I picked it up, looked for him but he was long gone. I carefully opened the envelope just to take a peek and this is what was on his gift list: HOUSTON ASTROS OWNER JIM CRANE—The Benedict Arnold Award for selling out all of the baseball fans in Houston and Southeast Texas by stripping the Astros team of all their major league talent and then expecting us to fill Minute Maid Park this spring to watch an inept team play baseball in an entirely different league.

SUNSET GROVE GOLFER KEN RUANE—A bronze trophy of a marathon runner to signify the dozens of races he’s won in his age bracket of 70-and-older plus the fact that he is ranked among the Top 20 runners in the whole world.

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LITTLE CYPRESS-MAURICEVILLE HEAD COACH RANDY CROUCH-A progress report showing his Bears football team continues to show improvement each year and should be ready for a playoff berth in 2013.

SOUTHLAND CONFERENCE—A feather in its cap for having No. 2-seeded Sam Houston State (11-3) representing them in the Football Subdivision Championship finals against top-seeded North Dakota State (13-1) on Jan. 5.

The Bearkats outlasted Eastern Washington 45-42 in the semifinal round Saturday.

SUNSET GROVE GOLFER JIM RODDA—An ice bag to cool off his hot putter that rolled in six birdies during last Saturday’s Men’s Golf Association’s event which incidentally earned him first place with his gross score of 67 and net 56.

ange native Wade Phillips may have something to say about it.

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ESPN—A gold medal for its decision to suspend commentator Rob Parker for his racially-oriented remarks about Washington Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III during last Thursday morning’s broadcast.

MEN’S DUPLICATE BRIDGE MEMBER GEORGE MILLSAP—A gold-plated Au Revoir from all of his cardplaying buddies who have been competing against him for nearly 50 years. He and his wife Beverly plan to move to Frisco, TX. in January.

HOUSTON TEXANS SPECIAL TEAMS STAR BRYAN BRAMEN—A copy of his family tree that reveals he got his great size and athletic ability from his 7-foot, 4 inch 460-pound grandfather and his mother who was a sprint champion in high school, holding the school record in the 100 meters and being part of the state championship track team in 1986.

SUNSET GROVE GOLFER CRAIG COUVILLION— Three baseball bases to remind him he needs to triple the bet more often in our pickem skins golf game so the rest of us can fatten up our wallets.

NFL COMMISSIONER ROGER GOODELL—An athletic sock to shove in his mouth to stop all his talking about eliminating kickoffs from the NFL. BODY WORKZ SILVER SNEAKERS INSTRUCTOR CONNIE WOODS—A plaque of appreciation for the job she does twice a week leading her classes through low impact drills to help keep us physically fit.

SUNSET GROVE GOLFER RICHARD DUFFEE—Extensions on his left-handed golf clubs to better fit his 6-foot-6 frame.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS SAFETY EARL THOMAS— A repeat of last year’s All-Pro honors as a defensive leader of one of the NFL’s youngest teams. Earl may have solidified his selection to this year’s All-Pro team with his 57-yard touchdown run after intercepting a Buffalo pass in the Seahawks’ 50-17 rout over the Bills Sunday in Toronto.

SUNSET GROVE GOLFER AND FISHERMAN BOB HOOD—A giant hourglass to count down the days and weeks before he fully recovers from double hand surgery and gets back to playing golf and fishing on a regular basis.

NEWTON EAGLES HEAD FOOTBALL COACH W.T. JOHNSON—Bright sunshine which represents the future of the Eagles football team, which went 13-1 this season and will return most of the key players for the 2013 campaign.

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Joe Ely, Trez Sichko, Ella Mulhollan, Allen Beauchamp, John Patterson, Wanda Peve-

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For The Record Young Cris had been going fishing since he was old enough to walk. Gramps, as he had called him, was raising Chris as best he could, living on a fixed income.

Cris’ parents were taken from him in a car crash wen he was only six months old, and his Gramps was just like a dad to him. Gramps had lost his wife to cancer a year before Cris was born, so the two of them needed each other very much.

Living within a mile of one of Texas’ largest bays, Cris enjoyed the time he and his grandfather spent on its shores. Gramps had spent many hours schooling him in the finer art of angling for redfish and he always admired the pretty copper-colored battlers that his gramps caught and later cooked for dinner.

Cris fished with push-button reel on a rod that was tattered and missing an eye or two. Limited as to what he could catch on his smaller outfit, he was just as happy catching croakers for Gramps to use for cut bait to lure the redfish they ate.

Gramps fished with an old knuckle-busting reel that had no drag and direct drive mounted on an old six-foot rod that was a little stiffer than he would like, but it was all he had, and he couldn’t afford a newer model, so he made do.

In the spring of Cris’ eighth year, he accompanied Gramps to a local pawn shop where Gramps was going to try to sell his old shot gun to help pay for some of his medical bills. Gramps reasoned that since he was too old to tromp the salt marsh after ducks any more, he might as well use the gun for something good.

While in the pawn shop, Cris noticed his grandfather wander over the rack of fishing rods in the corner and pick up a shiny seven-foot rod with a new, bright red Garcia reel on it. Gramps held the rod admiringly, sighting down the length of it. He tested it for balance and made several casts before setting it back in its place.

Cris knew then what he wanted to give his Gramps for

next Christmas.

All summer long Cris did as many odd jobs as he could, saving every penny he earned mowing grass and washing cars. In between fishing trips with his Grandfather, he carried out the neighbor’s garbage, and as summer turned

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Finally two days before Christmas, he had enough money saved. Cris hopped on his bicycle and pedaled down to the pawn shop ... only to find that the rod and reel that his Grams had so admired had been sold only hours before.

Disappointed and with his gaze fixed on the ground, Cris slowly rode his bicycle back home. He knew he did not have enough money to buy Gramps a brand new rod and reel. He needed time to try and figure out what to do, and he knew no better way to think things over than go fishing.

Grabbing his push button reel and rod, he quietly slipped out the back door as Gramps napped in his chair. He figured he would be back before Gramps even knew he was gone.

When he arrived at the edge of the bay, he noticed that the tide was unusually high and the bay as calm as glass. Only the occasional swirl of a passing mullet dimpled the surface.

Cris had brought only one piece of cut mullet, because he didn’t really think he would catch anything, but he enjoyed the peace and solitude. Main-

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The smile that lit Gramps’

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head, he pondered what to do.

Suddenly he felt a sharp thump on his line. Then it slowly began to move to one side.

Reeling in the slack, he set the hook into what he instantly realized was a bigger fish than he had ever hooked. He pulled on his flimsily rod and reel as hard as he dared, and to his amazement, the fish began to swim toward him. Reeling for all he was worth, he had the huge fish wallowing in the shallows at his feet before he knew it. He reached down and gently slid his hand under the gillplate of the huge red, hefting it to better admire it.

When he lifted the fish, he noticed a shiny new hook in the opposite corner of its mouth. String was still attached to the hook and it dipped into the water. Laying the fish on the bank, he grabbed up the string and began pulling. He felt a resistance from something on the other end of the line.

Tugging harder he saw the tip of a rod break the mirror surface. Giving a final yank, he couldn’t believe his eyes when a new rod and Garcia reel--just like the one in the pawn shop--emerged from the water.

What luck!

Turning his attention back to the huge redfish, he found that it was gone. Somehow that fish had thrown that hook

and disappeared.

Did it flop back into the bay?

How on earth did that fish vanish without so much as a splash?

Cris looked around for signs telling how that fish had disappeared when he noticed a short, round man in a red suit with black knee boots disappear into a stand of sea cane nearby.

Cris paused. Could it be ... you know who?

Maybe ... Nah! Probably not.

One thing he knew for sure: that redfish had delivered a brand new, shiny rod with the bright red Garcia reel that he had worked so hard for all summer long.

He gathered his things and started for home on his bicycle knowing--kind of--what had just happened. Arriving there, he hid the new rod and reel in the garage and slipped back

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Paying attention to your surroundings and fish and I don’t experiment when the fish are existing weather conditions, having at least a biting what I have tied on!”

The only exception to that approach is when I limited understanding of the effect that tide movement and solunar tables have on the fish am scouting and trying to put together multiple and fishing with the best equipment you can patterns in the event that one should fail while fishing with clients or the wind afford are all important elblows out Plan A. Even at that. I ements when it comes to will usually start with a lure that catching fish on a consistent has been working before looking basis. If, however, your next for an alternative. meal isn’t dependent on you Few things are more rewarding catching a fish and you are than opening an e-mail or getting not fishing for money…exa phone call from someone that hale and remember that fishbenefited from something that I ing is supposed to be fun! wrote in a column or in a report Aside from not paying on my web site. As genuinely apenough attention to the small preciative as they always are, stuff, the single biggest mismore often than not they help me take I see even very good as well by recounting their own fishermen make is “over anaexperience. Anything they did lyzing” the task at hand. Undifferently, from time of day to derstanding why a fish bit wind direction, can help complete a certain lure at a specific COLBURN-FISHING depth is not that important CAPT. DICKIE COLBURN the puzzle on the toughest of days.

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he reported, “and I finally caught my first trout ever over 28-inches. I also lost a lot of lures just like you said I might do, but I’d sit in the boat and just throw them away for one fish like the one I caught!”

I think throwing Maniac Mullets away at $7 a pop might be a little over the top, but there was no doubt that he was pleased with his big trout.

My hat is off to him as I know how hard it is to commit to a technique that is so different and stay with it until you succeed.

He also added that I failed to mention whether or not it was best to stroll against or with the tide so he tried both ways until the tide all but quit and that is when he caught his fish strolling with the weaker tide. He said that he added a split shot ahead of the lure to slow it down and caught three other nice fish before catching the big one.

As a rule, I have only strolled when the tide is so light that it will not keep my lure slowly bumping across the bottom. I will, however, start my strolling a little sooner next trip thanks to his e-mail!

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Earlier I mentioned that the single biggest mistake many anglers make is not taking care of the small stuff that they have complete control over. It matters very little how deep the fish are holding or when the major feed starts if you fail to regularly re-tie your lure or, for that matter, even take the time to tie a good knot to start with.

How many times have you made that first cast only to discover that an insert is broken on a rod eye or that you forgot to rinse and oil your reel after that last trip? The line you were going to change now looks like a slinky lying on the surface in tight little coils and the bail on your spinning reel won’t trip back over for some reason.

If none of those things have ever happened to you then you have only fished one time in your life or prefer fishing with a cane pole. Remember…..take care of the small stuff before you ever leave the house and just enjoy the catching part when the fish decide to cooperate for no good reason. There will be plenty of time to analyze it to death at work Monday morning!

Goose hunters outlook improving

I stood at the edge of my driveway with my and then they go right back to same spot and head cocked to one side and a smile on my continue eating. Late regular season hunts and face, the big group of speckle bellied geese fi- early conservation season hunts will more than nally came into view and the picture was now likely be better in these green fields.

Speaking of the conservation season, Texas complete. I turned to walk back into my yard to continue a little boat maintenance and I froze could stand to take a page out of Louisiana’s again, this time it was snow geese that stopped playbook. Over across the river the goose huntmy forward progress. I don’t know what it is but ers get to take advantage of the conservation season during the split beit seems I hear geese almost evtween duck seasons, talk about erywhere these days, sort of like a bargain. If Texas would allow you think you hear the phone hunters to be able to hunt under ring when you are in the shower, the special conservation rules you are not quite sure but you during the regular season you have to stop and listen anyway. can bet there would be a drop For legions of waterfowl huntin the overall population. The ers the goose represents a reproblem with allowing the spegal and extremely challenging cial rules to go into effect that quarry. Many hunters believe go along with the conservation the mature snow goose is perseason is that you are technicalhaps the toughest of all game ly illegal by normal standards. birds to hunt, they have great During the conservation seaeyesight and their instincts are son you can hunt with an unincredible. On a typical goose plugged gun, you can now carry hunt most hunters take plenty 5 shells instead of just 3. Also of the juveniles, they are by far OUTDOORS during the conservation seathe easiest to lure into shotgun CAPT. CHUCK UZZLE son hunters can use electronic range. Mature snows, with their FOR THE RECORD calling devices, these are illenoticeably whiter plumage and gal during the regular season. bigger bodies, tend to be decoy wary and much tougher to fool. A true big ma- One possible way to get around this is to make ture snow is indeed a trophy to be proud of as it illegal to possess any bird other than a light goose if you are hunting with an unplugged gun any hunter can attest to.

The flocks of these great birds invade the or a calling device, if you have a duck in your Texas coastal prairies and afford hunters some possession you would be in violation of the law. outstanding action. Guides along the coastal This probably will never happen but it sure prairie will tell you the most successful usually makes you wonder how good it could really be.

For now though hunters will have to make coincide with foggy mornings. The overcast skies and foggy weather make it much easier due with the birds that are here and wait undecoy these wary birds into your spread. Dur- til January to break out the callers and unplug ing the last weeks of the second split it seems their shotguns. The only problem with having like the geese start making the transition from to wait until special season comes around is rice stubble to plowed fields where they are that there are a bunch of geese already leavdining on all sorts of different foods. Hunters ing and heading back north, the special season with access to plowed ground and green fields is really only good until about Valentines day. have the upper hand for the rest of the season After the middle of February these geese are as the menu will change once these birds ready spooky and flying high, not a good combination themselves for the migration back north. Green for hunters.

As for right now the hunting is good and field hunts in December and January can be awesome as the geese load up on the protein should do nothing but get better. The next time rich grass, sometimes it’s difficult to even shoot you hear that faint noise above and look up and them out of a field. I have seen farmers drive see that familiar line of geese in the shape of a into green fields to work and the geese will “V” you can bet you’re not the only one looking get up just long enough for the farmer to pass to the sky and wondering.

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Zerko earns Eagle Scout badge John Zerko For The Record

Nathan Zerko, a member of Troop 223 in Orange, received his Eagle Scout Award Dec. 9, 2012. His Court of Honor was held at his church, The Church of Jesus Christ of latterday Saints, the sponsors of his troop. Besides earning at least 21 award badges, one of his requirements was to conduct a service project for the community. His Eagle Scout project was collecting coats, blankets, clothes and non-perishable food items.

He set a goal of collecting 150 items for the Salvation Army. He built and placed collection boxes in local businesses in Pinehurst and Orange. He and other scouts placed flyers on the doors of his neighbors. Citizens were so generous in helping him collect over 800 items for the Salvation Army on MLK Drive.

Nathan Zerko would like to thank everyone who helped him become an Eagle Scout. All of those who donated items for his Eagle Project were so willing to help. He appreciates all that his family and friends did to help him, especially his Grandfather, John Zerko, who is a longtime city councilman in Pinehurst.

Zerko has been a member of the Boy Scouts for six years. He is a senior at West OrangeStark High School. After he graduates, he plans to attend college and major in computer science and computer programming. He joins a group of distinguished young men. Only about two percent of the millions of members of Boy Scouts become Eagle Scouts.

Eagles select charity for 2012 State Project

The Fraternal Order of Eagles, located at 803 N. 28th Street in Orange, selects a charity each year for the state project. The 2012 state project selected Battered Women.

The Fraternal Order of Eagles located in Orange holds a yearly “Charity Fair” to raise money for the state project. The date selected for the 2012 Orange Charity Fair is April 27. The fair will be held at The Eagles Lodge. This will be the largest activity to raise money while smaller fund raisers are held to assist their organization in having a prosperous state project.The community will be kept informed to enjoy dances and other events scheduled.

For more information on The

Battered Women Foundation, (BWP), call 1 (817) 284-8464, E-mail batteredwomemsfoundation@hotmail.com or website: www.bwfl.com.

Sharon Bodin is the committee chairman for the 2012 charity fair

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The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce welcomed one of Bridge City’s newest businesses into the chamber membership with a ribbon cutting on Dec. 14, 2012. Comtex Wireless is a Premium Verizon Wireless Retailer that is locally owned and operated in Southeast Texas for over 12 years.

The Bridge City location opened at 1815 Texas Avenue in May. They have enjoyed every minute of being in Bridge City and look forward

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CHURCH

BRIEFS St. Mark’s to host Pizza With Santa

If this is the case for you, we invite you to our first Blue Christmas service.

Even though the title seems melancholy the service is a hopeful and healing way to begin your Christmas. Bring your family and friends. It is our prayer that this will be an uplifting time for you, even at this time, in your life’s journey.

Faith UMC to host Live Nativity Scence

St. Mark Lutheran Church has heard from the “Jolly Fat Man in the red suit.” Santa said he will be at St. Mark Church, 945 W. Roundbunch on Wednesday, Dec. 19 around 6 p.m.-depends on “how fast ole Rudolph goes.” He is coming to eat pizza and visit with the Orangefield and Bridge City children up to age 12. He will also pose for a picture with each child and hear their wish list. Santa says he really enjoys the children on his night here and can hardly wait. He has been coming to visit for the past three years. Please come join him!

Please call Pat Greene at 722-6655 for more information

Faith United Methodist, located at 8608 MLK Jr. Dr. in Orange, is hosting a Live Nativity Scene from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20 and Friday, Dec. 21. The community is invited to come and experience the enactment of Christ’s birth complete with actors portraying Mary, Joseph, the Christ child, wise-men and shepherds as well as stable animals. Drive by to view or park and get a closer look at the scene. Then come inside for refreshments and fellowship with friends and neighbors. All are welcome to participate in this free event. For more information, please contact the Church office number at 409 886-1291.

Cowboy Church to host Christmas Eve service

First UMC to host MOPS

The Cowboy Church of Orange County will have its annual Christmas Eve Lord’s Supper Service, beginning at 5 p.m. The church is located at 673 FM 1078 in Orange, just off of Hwy. 62, about one mile north of IH-10. The public is invited. For more information, Pastor Dale Lee may be contacted at 409-718-0269.

First UMC to host Blue Christmas Service First United Methodist Church of Orange invites you to a Blue Christmas service in the Slade Chapel on Elm Street between 5th and 6th Streets in Orange. The service will begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19. There are times in our lives when the Christmas spirit is hard to muster. There are times when Christmas just doesn’t seem as cheerful and upbeat as we have experienced for a number of reasons: • A loved one dies • Friends/family move away • We struggle with divorce • We lose our jobs • We may face cancer or some other overwhelming disease.

The local Mothers of Preschoolers group (affectionately known as MOPS) invites you to join them one Tuesday a month 9:30 a.m. to noon September through May in the First United Methodist Church Praise Center located on the corner of 5th and Pine.

MOPS is designed to nurture EVERY mother with children from infancy to kindergarten through guest speakers, mentor moments, creative activities, breakfast, discussion time, play groups and more.

Members come from all walks of life, but share one desire---to be great moms! You don’t have to be a Methodist, just a mom.

Free childcare is provided during meetings. For more information and dates, please contact FUMC Orange at 409-886-7466 or find more information on the web at www.mops.org or www. fumcorange.org.

St. Paul UMC to sell cookbooks St. Paul United Methodist Church is selling homegrown, local cookbooks. All of the recipes come from members. The cookbook has tried and true recipes. The cost is $20 and all proceeds go to our mission funds. Please call the church 735-5546 or come by from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and pick up a copy.

CCS students host Lunch and Read

Orange County Church Directory First Baptist Church Orangefield

Salem United Methodist Church

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

Wed.: Midweek Meal- 5:30 p.m., Praise & Prayer - 6:30 p.m.

Youth & Children Activities, 7:15 p.m. - Choir Practice Email: office@fbcof.com www.fbcof.com

402 W. John Ave. 409-883-2611 Is there something missing in your life?

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11 a.m. Sunday morning Wacky Bible Study--Tuesday at noon Evening Bible Study--Wednesday--6 p.m.

Studying “This Place Called Heaven” for the next weeks, beginning Sunday, July 22.

Reverend Dr. Carolyn McCall, Pastor

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

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

Sun. Evening : Taizé Service - 7 p.m.

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

First United Methodist Church Orange

Elementary students at Community Christian School participated in a “Lunch and Read” activity Tuesday, Dec. 18. Kindergarten through sixth grade enjoyed an indoor picnic. The fifth and sixth grade students then shared a Christmas book and activity with the younger grades.

502 Sixth Street 886-7466 8 a.m. - Worship in Chapel 9 a.m. - Celebration Service in Praise Center 10 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11 a.m. - Worship in Sanctuary 5 p.m. - UMYF & Kids Pastor: Rev. John Warren Director of Music & Fine Arts: Doug Rogers Organist: Justin Sanders Director of Youth and Christian Education: Allisha Bonneaux www.fumcorange.org

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

Sunday Worship 10:40 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Evening - 6 p.m.

“Our church family welcomes you!”

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. Bob Webb Worship Leader Dan Cruse Sun. Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

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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: Rebekah Spell Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Celebration Service 10:45 a.m.

Prayer Service: 6 p.m.

Wednesday Service: 7 p.m.

Everyone Welcome!

First Baptist Church of Bridge City 200 W. Roundbunch, BC 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”

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 & Bible Study 7 p.m.

Nursery provided For a ride, call 735-4234

Cowboy Church of Orange County 673 FM 1078 Orange 409-718-0269 E. Dale Lee, Pastor Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

“Round Pen” (Small Group) Studies: Ladies & Men’s group: 7 p.m. Mondays, Come as you are!

Boots & hats welcome!

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Call Christine at 779-6580 EMPLOYMENT THE RAPE AND CRISIS CENTER is in need of Volunteer Advocates to offer intervention on our 24 hour hotline, and in direct services to sexual assault survivors.

Training is provided and certified through the office of the Attorney General. If you are interested please call the Crisis Center ar (409) 8326530 to set up an interview.

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Living area downstairs, black spiral staircase leads to loft bedroom, new CA/H, nice patio & yard, concrete parking, yard maintenance included, No Pets, $500 monthly + $300 dep. + elec. & water, call for an appointment @ (409) 735-6277 or 626-1968. (ss)

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HOME SALES BRIDGE CITY 4/2/2, 165 E. Darby, 1653 sq. ft., .43 acre, $139,000, will consider owner financing w/ adequate down, remodel in progress with a goal of mid-September. (409) 313-6005.

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3/2 FULLY REMODELED 16’ x 80’ M.H., 1/2” sheetrock throughout, R-13 insulation in the walls, R-30 floor joists. Home was rewired by a licensed electrician, telephone and cable in all rooms.

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Theme: 2012 In Review

Solution for last week’s puzzle

The Record • Week of Wednesday, December 19, 2012 • 9B

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Hillary Joseph Reed, Deceased, were issued on December 18, 2012, in Cause No. P-16358, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: Sally A. Reed.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

c/o Sally A. Reed Stephen Howard Attorney at Law 903 W. Green, Orange, Texas 77630 DATED the 18th day of December , 2012

Stephen C. Howard Stephen C. Howard

Attorney for Sally A. Reed State Bar No.: 10079400 903 W. Green Orange, Texas 77630 Telephone: (409) 883-0202 Facsimile: (409) 883-0209

Public Notices Enlarged for proofing.

size: 1 col. x 4.5" - CDVPCWD DOMESTICActual CITATION

BY PUBLICATION/PC THE STATE OF TEXAS

To beContreras, published in TO: Daniel Gonzale Respondent: The Record Newspapers

YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. You may employ an attorney.

If you or your attorney02/08/12 do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M. on the Monday next following the expiration of 20 days after you were served PLEASE FAX ANY this citation and petition, a default judgement may be taken against you.CORRECTIONS BY

The petition of Majuana Ibarra, Petitioner, was filed 5 P.M. MONDAY in the 128th District Court of Orange County, Texas, on toagainst 735-7346 December 7, 2012, Daniel Gonzalo Contreras, numbered 121101-D, andThanks, entitled IN THE INTEREST OF EILA EUNICE CONTRERAS A CHILD. The suit requests ORIGINAL Nicole PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME OF CHILD. The date and place of birth of the child/ren who are the subject of the suit:

FAX

KEILA EUNICE CONTRERAS # 735-7346 BORN MAY 17, 2009 IN ORANGE, TEXAS The Court has authority in this suit to enter any judgment or decree in the child/ren's interest which will be binding upon you, including the termination of the parent-child relationship, the determination of paternity and the appointment of a conservator with authority to consent to the child's adoption.

ISSUED AND GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court at Orange, Texas this December 11, 2012.

VICKIE EDGERLY, District Clerk Orange County, Texas

By: Charlean

Lindsey

Deputy

NOTICE OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS PROJECT:

Port of Orange Alabama Street Terminal Dock Repair

OWNER:

Orange County Navigation and Port District; dba Port of Orange

MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE will be held: ACROSS 1. Come from an egg 6. Bad-mouth 9. Cargo 13. Gem state 14. Make a choice 15. Move sideways 16. Chocolate substitute 17. Wade’s opponent 18. *”The _____” moved to Chicago from NYC 19. *GOP’s 2012 choice 21. *Deceased singing legend 23. Pock mark disease 24. Boris Godunov, e.g.

25. Chicken order 28. Vegetative prickle 30. Speed of play, pl.

35. Like decorated cake 37. Luau souvenirs 39. Third rock from the sun AUTOS

‘93 LINCOLN TOWN CAR,executive series, cold A/C and all works,$1,800, (409) 745-2154 or 499-2128 & leave message.

‘T R U C K S & VA N S ‘06 CHEVY SILVERADO crew cab, garage kept, like new only 48K miles,, loaded with power including keyless entry, bed liner, new tires, Husband passed on, must sell at $15,500, (409) 988-4829.

‘11 FORD F-150 LARIOT, loaded, very few miles, clean, (409) 886-1896.

‘P A R T S TIRES OFF DODGE CHARGER, used 10 months, set of 4 Toyo 225/60R18, $400 OBO, (409) 746-3271.

PUBLIC NOTICES: AL-ANON MEETS ON Wednesday & Sunday at 7pm.

1512 Strickland Dr., Orange, call (409) 779-4289 or Cindy @ 994-5503 for details.

GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUGHLOVE is a self help parents support group for parents of children displaying unacceptable behavior.

Meets every Tues. at 7 pm. at Immaculate Conception education building, 4100 Lincoln (corner of Lincoln & Washington) in Groves. For more information call 9620480.

AT. ST. PAUL UNITED METHODIST you can experience the warmth of friendly people, beautiful music, and inspiring sermons. Join us at 1155 W. Roundbunch Rd., BC each Sunday at 8:15 AM or 10:45 AM for worship experience at 9:30 AM for Sunday School. You’ll be glad you came, and so will we!

SUICIDE RESCUE of Orange County. Suicide is not the answer, give us a chance, 769-4044 Vidor.

CRISIS CENTER. Rape and crisis center of S.E. Texas needs volunteer advocares to provide direct services to survivors of sexual assault in a medical setting.

Comprehensive training is provided, Anyone interested should contact the Crisis Center at (409) 832-6530.

ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN, Inc. “A CASA Program” is accepting volunteer applications at this time. You can apply by calling 1-877586-6548 [toll free] or going on-line to www.advocates-4children-inc.org [there is an application at this website]. 30 hours of training is required.

Record numbers of children are being abused. Your volunteer help is needed! The program serves Orange, Hardin, Jasper, Newton, Tyler and Sabine counties.

40. Laughing on the inside, in a chatroom 41. Small drum 43. Memorization method 44. Full of pep 46. Russian parliament 47. Farmer’s purchase 48. Auteur’s art 50. Peacock’s pride 52. *Ann to Mitt 53. “Anything ___?”

55. Excessively 57. *PSY’s style 61. Bronx Bomber 64. Whippet or Basset, e.g.

65. Bard’s before 67. Lifeboat support 69. Elephant trainer’s goad 70. Summer mo.

71. “Lohengrin,” e.g.

72. In a golfer’s pocket 73. Registration, for short 74. One born to Japanese immigrants Down 1. Wino’s sound?

2. Month of Purim 3. Tropical tuber 4. Bite 5. Rub elbows 6. Nemo’s forgetful friend 7. *Facebook’s big move 8. Seethes 9. Dryer fire hazard 10. Scandinavian war god 11. Burn soother 12. Refuse to accept 15. Evening party 20. Jump for joy 22. Pillbox or tricorne, e.g.

24. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, e.g.

25. Whitman’s dooryard bloomer 26. A threat to food safety 27. “___ __ on the ground floor” 29. Part of ROM 31. *”Curiosity” landing site 32. Preface 33. Weasel’s aquatic cousin

34. Outbuildings 36. *Felix Baumgartner’s space ____ 38. “Brave New World” drug 42. Indian side dish of yogurt and cucumbers 45. Corrects or edits 49. Chicken _ __ king 51. *Where many struck gold 54. _____ campaign 56. Giraffe-like African animal 57. Steps to the river 58. First rate 59. Heat in a microwave 60. African migrators 61. Safecracker 62. December 24 and 31, e.g.

63. Michael Collins’s country 66. Parisian way 68. Chi precursor

Tuesday, January 08, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. Local Time

Location: Port of Orange Alabama Street Terminal

1006 Alabama Street

Orange, Texas 77630

In order to attend the pre-bid conference individuals are required to present a current valid government issued photo ID and submit to random vehicle inspections in order to gain entrance into the Port of Orange Alabama Street Terminal. Contact the Port of Orange Administration Office (409.883.4363) in advance if you have questions regarding our facility security policy.

ALL pre-bid conference attendees must provide their own personal floatation device.

BID DEADLINE:

Location:

Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. Local Time Port of Orange Administration Building 1201 Childers Road Orange, Texas 77630

BID OPENING:

Location:

Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 2:15 P.M. Local Time Port of Orange Administration Building - Boardroom 1201 Childers Road Orange, Texas 77630

SEALED BIDS in duplicate, clearly marked and addressed to Port of Orange, Attention: AST Dock Repair Project Administrator, Orange County Navigation and Port District (the “Owner”), will be received at the Port of Orange Administration Office, 1201 Childers Road, Orange, Texas, 77630 until 2:00 P.M., local time on Tuesday, January 22, 2013; and then publicly opened and read aloud in the Port of Orange Administration Office Boardroom, 1st Floor, for “Port of Orange Alabama Street Terminal Dock Repair”. Bids received after 2:00 P.M. local time will be returned unopened. Project is located in Orange County, Texas.

A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held at the Port of Orange Alabama Street Terminal located at 1006 Alabama Street Orange Texas 77630 at 2:00 P.M. local time on Tuesday, January 08, 2013.

All general contractors are required to attend the pre-bid conference in order to submit a bid for this project. Subcontractors and material suppliers are invited to attend. Questions pertaining to the drawings, project manual and bidding procedures will be discussed.

While on the dock, a life jacket MUST be worn by ALL prebid conference attendees.

ALL pre-bid conference attendees must provide their own personal floatation device.

An under the dock site inspection will be offered to interested attendees.

Each bid shall be accompanied by a Certified or Cashier’s Check, payable without recourse to the order of the Orange County Navigation and Port District, or a Bid Bond for at least five percent (5%), of the total amount bid, and the bank or bonding company certifying the same shall be liable therefore to the Orange County Navigation and Port District in the event such successful bidder shall fail or refuse to enter into proper contract therefore or shall fail or refuse to furnish bonds therefore as required by law and as hereafter mentioned within ten (10) days after receipt of NOTICE of AWARD. Bid surety of all except the three (3) lowest responsible Bidders will be returned when award is made; when the contract is executed, the surety of the two (2) remaining unsuccessful Bidders will be returned; that of the successful Bidder will be returned when formal contract, bonds and insurance are approved, and work has commenced within the time specified.

The successful bidder must furnish PERFORMANCE and PAYMENT BONDS on the forms furnished with the bid documents, in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the total contract price. All insurance companies issuing PERFORMANCE and PAYMENT BONDS and any reinsurance companies utilized by such insurance companies, in order to issue PERFORMANCE and PAYMENT BONDS to the Owner, shall have at least an “A” rating according to the Best’s Key Guide and must be authorized to transact business in Texas. Additionally, such insurance companies shall be on the current list of “Companies Holding Certificates of Authority as Acceptable Sureties on Federal Bonds and as Acceptable Reinsuring Companies” as published in Circulars 570 (as amended) by the Audit Staff, Bureau of Government Financial Operations, United States Treasury Department.

Bidder is hereby advised that the work shall be subject to equal employment opportunity requirements, local prevailing wage rates, and Executive Order No.11246 as amended. In conformance with applicable statutes, the general prevailing wage rates in the locality in which the work is to be performed shall be minimum paid for labor employed upon this project.

Beginning Friday, January 04, 2013 copies of the Project Manual will be available for examination or pick up without charge at the following locations:

LJA Engineering 905 Orleans Street Beaumont, TX 77701 Phone 409.291.5362 Fax 409.813.1916

Contact: Heath Reynolds hreynolds@ljaengineering.com

Port of Orange – Administration Office 1201 Childers Road Orange, TX 77630 Phone 409.883.4363 Fax 409.883.5607 Contact: Phyllis Yeats pyeats@portoforange.com

Upon request, project documents may be emailed or hard copy mailed to potential Bidders.

If applicable, postage or delivery charges are to be paid by BIDDER. The Orange County Navigation and Port District reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities in bidding to the fullest extent permitted by law. In case of ambiguity or lack of clearness in stating the prices in any bid, the OWNER reserves the right to consider and accept the most advantageous construction thereof, or to reject the bid.

Orange County Navigation and Port District

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