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Week of Wednesday, January 22, 2014

BCISD bond proposal moves forward Debby Schamber For The Record

BCISD school officials have decided to move forward with a bond proposal for the November election.

However, it will take some research to determine the amount of the bond needed for the projects, according to Mike King, BCISD superintendent.

“To deliver the education for the whole student through fine arts, academics and athletics, we need to improve our facilities,” Kind said.

According to King, administrators met in January 2013 to discuss the needs of the dis-

Two car collision kills Cecil Williams Longtime Bridge City resident, Cecil Williams, 75, of Call was killed Tuesday around 3:10 p.m. when his vehicle crossed over the center dividing line on Highway 87 near FM 2829 in Newton County. according to State Trooper Stephanie Davis.

Williams was driving a 2004 Chevrolet truck traveling northbound when he crossed the line. He crashed with a 2012 Jeep SUV driven by Cherie Trahan, 50, of Orange.

Williams was pronounced dead at the scene

by Judge Satterwhite.

Trahan was transported to St. Elizabeth hospital with unknown injures.

A passenger in the Jeep was not injured.

All passengers were wearing seatbelts said Davis It is not known at this time why Williams crossed over the center dividing line and is under investigation.

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trict. About 10 months ago, they began facility committee meetings. Members took tours of the campuses and thoroughly looked everything over.

The group also made suggestions in order of significance. At the top of the list is the need for a fine arts center that has up to a 1,500 seat auditorium, This was followed by two community meetings and two opportunities to take an online survey offered by BCISD. Currently, the high school choir has 88 students and no rehearsal space. In addition, there are not any nearby rest room facilities. Students have to walk from the choir hall to the main building to use the bathroom. Plus, drama students use the ‘cafetorium’ to perform. That stage is not a standard size and does not have proper lighting and the acoustics are bad.

The high school has BCTV for students to produce a television show. The media students don’t have a studio or a space to edit the show.

The Strutters and their escorts have about 37 members.

They need a larger space for practicing and dressing. Currently, the 11th and 12th grade students use the hallway while the others use a small dressing

students in the sixth through 12th grades.

In addition, art exhibitions from 120 students have to be set up in the hallways of the high school. The theater arts program has 130 students.

“The new facility will be something used every day,”

room. But, King said that was benefit since the hall was much larger.

The band is one of the fastest growing activities in the district. The band hall was originally built for 50 students. Currently, the program has 90 students. The program will grow up to 175 students in 2015-16 school year. The band program now has 349

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St. Henry hosts John Michael Talbot musician, speaker Staff Reports

For The Record

National speaker and musician John Michael Talbot is coming to Saint Henry Catholic Church of Bridge City, Jan. 27 - 29 at 7 p.m. each night.

Saint Henry will host the mission “Nothing is Impossible” presented by Talbot Although he was born into a Methodist family, Talbot found himself inspired by the life of St. Francis of Assisi. He began studying at a Franciscan center in Indianapolis where he became a Roman Catholic in 1978.

Talbot founded his own music label in 1992 called “Troubadour fo the Lord.” Today he is recognized as Catholic music’s most popular artist with over 4 million sales and compositions published in hymnals throughout the world.

His newest album, “Worship and Bow Down” is the 53rd album in his 37 years in Christian music ministry.

Today he is one of the most active motivational ministers traveling over nine months ev-

John Michael Talbot is recognized as Catholic music’s most popular artist with over 4 million sales and compositions published in hymnals throughout the world.

ery year throughout the country inspiring and renewing the faith of Christians of all denominations through sacred music, inspired teaching and motivational speaking.

Saint Henry Catholic Church is located at 475 West Roundbunch, Bridge City.

For more information on the mission please call the parish office 409-735-2422.

Super Bowl ribs from BC Knights of Columbus - Feb. 2 The Bridge City Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council #3406, will be smoking pork spare ibs with cherry wood for the Super Bowl at $15 per rack of ribs. Advance orders for Super Bowl Ribs must be placed with a KC Member on or before Sunday, Jan, 26th.

Patrons can pick up your order in the KC Hall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. For more info or to place your order go to “knights.of.columbus.orders@gmail.com”.

TxDOT workers swing open the Cow Bayou Swing Bridge in May 2010 during Phase I of the historic rehabilitation project. Phase II will begin around Feb. 5.

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Historic bridge rehab to begin soon Debby Schamber For The Record

Phase two of the rehabilitation and historic preservation of the Cow Bayou Swing Bridge is set to begin with Texas Department of Transportation officials making plans on future lane closures and re-routing traffic.

The $9.5 million project will cover 0.991 miles and is scheduled to take 476 working days to complete. Workers will make repairs while keeping the bridge, the control building and other parts historically accurate.

They will use new and the working old parts to restore the control desk while the new building will mimic the original structure.

The Cow Bayou Swing Bridge is one of only two remaining center pivot swing

bridges of it’s kind remaining in Texas. It was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 2010. The Rainbow Bridge was listed to the N.R. in 1996.

It was history in the making when an estimated 3,000 people attended the 1941 dedication. The ribbon was cut by Miriam David, the daughter of Julis H. David, Sr., the president of the Orange Chamber of Commerce. The Bengal Guards of Orange and the Red Hussars of Port Arthur, musical marching bands from the two high schools, marched towards the Cow Bayou Bridge from opposite directions and met in the center of the span for the ribbon cutting.

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County officials monitoring weather status Debby Schamber For The Record

Orange County Commissioners along with Jeff Kelley, Director of Emergency Management, will be monitoring reports closely to determine if a burn ban will be needed in the future.

During the commissioners court meeting on Monday, he was already looking at weather conditions and reports. On the Forecast Danger Map, Orange County is slated to be in “high” danger. In addition, the

U.S. Drought Monitor indicated Orange County may face severe drought conditions.

A burn ban was not necesKELLEY sary, although the KDBI stats are “High, but not dangerously high” at this time, Kelley said.

The Keetch-Byram drought index (KBDI) is a continuous reference scale for estimating the dryness of the soil and duff

layers. The index increases for each day without rain. The amount of increase depends on the daily high temperature and decreases when it rains.

The scale ranges from 0 (no moisture deficit) to 800. The range of the index is determined by assuming that there is 8 inches of moisture in a saturated soil that is readily available to the vegetation.

“It’s looking bad,” Kelley said referring to the forecast.

Sabrina Gray, event manager for the Orange County Convention Center, submitted a

logo for approval. It was a circle with a pineapple in the center. She said the pineapple is a symbol for hospitality.

Commissioners balked at the idea and said they wanted to see something with an orange to symbolize Orange County in the picture. They suggested a basket of oranges with a pineapple in the center. Gray will return to court with the updated logo in the future. She said she hopes to have it approved within the next few weeks so she can use the logo on the Orange County web

site.

Although not on the agenda, Dr. Dale Fritz made quick presentation on the job position vacated by Paula Tacker, of the Orange County Extension office. Fritz requested permission to fill the open position.

Tacker’s job duties included nutrition services, the food service management program, senior rally day and assisting with the 4-H program among other things. The job opening will be posted internally for two weeks before becoming open to the public.

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If an old dog can learn new tricks, so can I Caroline Brewton Special Columnist For The Record A few weeks ago, I took my dog Willie to the vet, who told me Willie was developing cataracts. This degenerative eye problem leads to poor vision and eventual blindness. When I asked her what I should do — was there a surgery, a medicine? — she told me it was a too early to consider invasive treatment options.

Her advice?

“Don’t move the furniture.”

There was some irony in the situation.

Willie and I had lived in the same apartment for three years. Apart from some throw pillows, nothing had changed.

That’s remarkable stability from a college crash pad. However, unbeknownst to my veterinarian, graduation was only a month away. I would be moving more than furniture after that.

I would be moving everything.

Figuring it would be a good way to save money in the interim between finishing school and starting my career, I decided to move back to my hometown and stay with my family. All of my furniture went into storage. Only a few clothes, some

shoes, my camera and my trusty MacBook came with me.

Even though I had planned everything to the smallest detail, after 22 years on this earth, I knew better than to expect smooth sailing. To make God laugh, tell him your plans, someone told me once. She was right. I hadn’t anticipated the cataracts. How could I? Calamity usually strikes when it is least welcome.

It hasn’t even been a month since I left Waco, but Willie was not the only one struggling with the change when we arrived. Having lived away for so long, my hometown — and even my parents’ house — feel unfamiliar and strange. Willie sometimes has trouble navigating my parents’ couches and tables, and I don’t recognize the street names. My relationship with my parents, too, is different. The last time I lived under their roof, I was a child, but I returned as an independent young woman. We are all chafing in our new situation.

The other day, though, I noticed Willie was beginning to develop a new routine.

She no longer has the lost look character-

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BCISD moves forward with bonds King said.

As of Dec. 4th, at BCHS in the band, cheerleading, choir, strutters, drama, BCTV and athletics has a total of 641 students of the 758 total involved in co-cirricular and extra cirricular activities. This is 85 percent of the students at BCHS. The number will increase when the number of students in vocational classes are added.

“Our concern is the co-cirricular and extra cirricular programs have outgrown their current facility,” King said.

“The growth as allowed us to

recognize this as a need.”

The district recently asked the community to participate in an online survey. The recent results showed 52.3 percent of people were in favor of a bond election that would be directed at building new facilities and improving present facilities that support co-cirricular and extra cirricular activities. In addition, 91.7 percent of people surveyed said they did believe the co-cirricular and extra cirricular programs are an important part of the educational experience for the students.

“The response from the community was very positive,” King said. “But, in asking the questions, the community has said they have concerns about the flood insurance.”

People taking the survey also indicated 56.1 were concerned about higher taxes while 44.7 percent were worried about the possible increase in flood insurance rates.

Dr. Fred Zoch, a former board member, spoke during the first meeting and stated for some people this was too much of an expense at this

Cow Bayou Swing Bridge pleted in 1938. The following year construction began on the ‘Cow Bayou Bridge’, a swing bridge with an electric motor. Both bridges where marvels of American technology in the years leading into World War II, as they are today. The swing bridge at Cow Bayou was the final link in “Hug-The-Coast Highway” between Corpus Christ and Orange, which was at the time, the new Texas-87.

The swing bridge over Cow Bayou brought about the consolidation of the Prairie View and Winfree school districts to become Bridge City I.S.D. The bridge was a routine part of life in early Bridge City.

Near it, community, commerce and industry flourished to become the City of Bridge City in 1970, according to Record archives.

The project will begin with TxDOT workers making lane closures on the swing bridge starting around February 5.

There may be only one lane closed at a time from the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, for about

two weeks. During this time, workers will change the flow of traffic to the other bridge.

TxDOT has plans to restripe the lanes on the roadway and make the Cow Bayou Overpass Bridge into four lanes of traffic for the more than 30,000 vehicles that are expected to travel through the area on a daily basis. Each lane will be 9 to 10 feet wide. Two lanes of traffic will travel south while the other two lanes will be northbound.

By about Feb. 15th, the changes should be in effect and no bicycle or pedestrian traffic will be allowed on the swing bridge or the Cow Bayou overpass bridge.

TxDOT officials suggest people take alternate routes into the area, such as, using FM 1442 to FM 408 or east Roundbunch to FM 1006 to continue to their destination.

People should also consider the alternate routes if they think they may experience some problems crossing the Cow Bayou overpass bridge because of the narrow lanes of traffic.

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The bridge on E. Roundbunch which leads to FM 1006 has recently had repairs done, too.

According to Clark Slacum, with the Road and Bridge Department, the bridge was damaged, which impacted the fender system when it was struck by a barge. As a result, the $50,000 in repairs was paid by the barge company.

This was only a temporary fix. The county and TxDOT are developing a rehabilitation project. They will decide whether the bridge will be replaced or repaired.

The bridge was under water as the storm surge entered the Bridge City area. As a result, the bridge electric motors were damaged from the salt water. The bridge already had issues because of its age, but those issues were made worse due to damages from salt water.

However, the project is not expected to begin until the 87 swing bridge project is complete, according to Slacum.

recorded their attitudes about how much they enjoyed life.

Respondents were split into three groups: about 21 percent were categorized as having a positive mental outlook, 56 percent a medium level and 23 percent a low level.

The study, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, tracked respondents over an eight-year period. Inevitably, as participants aged, difficulty performing day-to-day tasks -- which included getting dressed, climbing stairs, and cutting food -increased as mobility became more limited.

At the end of the study, about 4 percent of those with the most positive outlooks developed two or more new functional impairments, compared with 17 percent of those

who enjoyed life the least.

The authors tried, as much as possible, to control for variables such as baseline health, age, wealth, education and other similar categories. “Obviously, there’s a correlation between people who report lower-life enjoyment and those who are chronically ill or have mobility issues,” Steptoe says. “We tried to measure all the other factors that could impact the results, and then adjust the data accordingly.”

While initial differences in baseline health and mobility significantly influenced the results, “even when we controlled for these variables, a strong association between a positive mental outlook and physical health remained,” Stephoe says.

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time. A lot of people in Bridge City may be forced to pay higher flood insurance premiums which will cause a strain on their finances. He added, the timing is not good.

However, city council member, Mike Reed also spoke and informed the audience “The city is exploring getting an engineering firm and the city is looking at joining a coalition with other cities,” he said. “I assure you the city is going to do everything they can to not just delay it but make it go away,” he said of the potential insurance increase.

Since then, the city has filed an appeal with a coalition of the county and surrounding cities and is awaiting a response.

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“I am not going to turn my back on these kids, “ Moore said. “It’s not a need, it’s a must.”

Others who commented in support of a bond said it was the best thing to do. For some, their home is their biggest asset and if they were to sell it, they would want a “buyers market.”

The best thing to do would be to support the bond and support the schools because it would increase property values since potential buyers would look at the schools when purchasing a home, community members said.

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Enjoy life and live longer researchers say Don’t worry, be happy -- you may just live longer, according to Laura Entis of Entrepreneur.com.

A large existing body of research shows that negative emotions -- including depression, stress and anxiety -- can have a detrimental effect on our physical well-being.

Andrew Steptoe, the director of the Institute of Epidemiology at University College London, decided to examine the flip side of the coin: Can a healthy, happy, energized mental state have a positive physical effect? “We were interested in seeing whether positive well-being might have a protective effect on age-related changes,” Steptoe says.

To find out, Steptoe and his co-authors analyzed data on 3,199 people, 60 and older, and

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would be remiss if we didn’t listen,” King said.

Local officials are unsure as to when they will receive a response to the appeal, but hope to have an answer in the fall of 2014.

At the second meeting a citizen gave his opinion, but was not concerned as much about the insurance and tax increase as he was about the value of the education area students would receive. , Billy Moore, who had a student in the district last year, said if he had to get a job mowing lawns in addition to his full time job, he would do it in order to pay the additional

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the building started. Twenty-five employees, seven of them fulltime, will work in the building that houses the city administration, fire marshal, building inspector and police chief. The building contains 4,400 square feet. Nash was cited for bringing to pass the new building. He became city manager on Dec. 1, 1976. Nash and his wife have two children. They are members of the Second Baptist Church. *****Hal Wray is named ‘Citizen of the Year’ by greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce. Roy Wingate presented the award. Six hundred attended. Howard Jarvis was speaker.*****Judge Sid Caillavet is in Orange hospital after taking a nose dive in his bedroom. Friends kidded that his big nose broke the fall.*****Freddie Chapman will be 17 on Jan. 25.*****Senator Carl Parker and State Representative Wayne Peveto file joint resolution which would repeal all state ad valorem taxes and set up a higher education assistance fund (SHEAF) similar to the permanent university fund available to University of Texas and Texas A&M. 40 Years Ago-1974

From the Creaux’s Nest EARL III GOES TO SUPER BOWL Orange County is where the sun rises on Texas and the stars shine first. One of our latest stars is Earl Thomas, a downtown Orange lad who honed his young talent at West Orange-Stark High School under the coaching of Dan Hooks and Cornell Thompson. WO-S has been a factory for developing young football talent over the years. Coach Thompson has been a master at taking an ordinary kid, with good speed, and molding him to reach his highest potential. It is said that if a kid is good enough to play safety for Thompson chances are he’s a good prospect for college recruiters.

West Orange-Stark, over the last three decades, has produced many outstanding football players who went on to make their mark in the college and pro ranks. Those young athletes played their high school football in local stadiums in Bridge City, Orangefield, LCM, Vidor, Newton, etc. When one of these young stars appears on TV in a Saturday or Sunday game, many local fans can say they watched that youngster right here on our field when he was just starting out in high school. Earl has brought recognition to our community while at the University of Texas and now as an All-Pro safety for the Super Bowl bound Seattle Seahawks. Earl has been a great ambassador for Orange. He never fails to remind the country where his roots are. Everyone who knows Earl, including former school teachers, say he has always been courteous and respectful.

Today, even though he’s a leader on the best pro-defense in the country, he remains humble. Which brings up the subject of his buddy, cornerback Richard Sherman, who was in Orange this summer for Earl’s football clinic. Everyone who met him says his post game triad Sunday is not at all like he is. He’s a highly motivated, emotional young man and even though he’s a pro, one of the best, he admits he just got carried away in the moment.

Sherman, on that one play, saved the 49’ers from winning by one point. That play sent the Seahawks to the Super Bowl. Sherman graduated from high school with straight A grades in advanced placement classes. Raised by a father who works as a garbage man and whose mother teaches disabled children, he chose Stanford to play football because of its academic reputation. That 10 second post game interview is not who that young man is. Nowhere in his back ground has that emotion ever surfaced. However, he had never just won a trip to the Super Bowl before. In closing, Earl will only be the second Orange County lad to play in a Super Bowl.

Kevin Smith, a WO-S product was the other and he brought home a championship ring. Here’s hoping Earl will do the same. Even if he doesn’t we’re still proud of what he has accomplished. He makes Orange proud.*****Gotta move on. Come along, I promise it won’t do you no harm.

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2004 Area police chief officers are Mike Stelly, West Orange; Dan Robertson, Pinehurst; Sam Kittrell, Orange; and Steve Faircloth, Bridge City.*****Young baseball player, Matt Hicks, 12, was hit by an auto on Hwy. 408 while riding his bike. He took a big hit and was broken up badly. (Editor’s note: Matt did suffer some altering injuries but that didn’t prevent him from seeking his dream. He was a great B.C. Cardinal pitcher and shortstop and is now a pitcher for the Ragin’ Cajuns of LSU Lafayette. Matt is facing his senior season.)*****Houston will host the Super Bowl next Sunday between the New England Patriots and Carolina Panthers. The Panthers are a seven point underdog. Of course, all area Cajuns will be pulling for Cajun quarterback, Jake Delhomme. (Editor’s note: Do you remember who won?)*****Capt. Dave Reeves, of the sheriff’s office, leaves for military service in Afghanistan.*****On Jan. 20, Jason Menard, of Bridge City, a soldier in the U.S. Army, left for war in Iraq.*****GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. Esther E. Engan, 87, of Orangefield, died Sun., Jan. 18.***Robert “Choo Choo” Mays, 69 of Orange, died Sun. Jan. 16.***Diane Ratcliff, 47 of Deweyville, died Jan. 17.***Marilyn L. Block, 57, of Orange, died Jan. 12.***Robert Lee Taylor, 57, of Orange, died Jan. 15.***Rhea E. Snelling, 51, of Orange, died Jan. 12.***Rosalie L. Besse, 76, of Bridge City, died Jan. 16.*****The Bridge City Youth Recreation Association elects new officers. Scott Raggio, president; Fred Zoch, VP; Jan Menard, secretary; Christy Hyde, treasurer. *****Local hunter, Bryan Thibeaux, 46, takes a unique big buck on his property in East Texas. The 15-point buck displayed a rack shaped like a basket. The rack had no spread, the points ran straight up. Thibeaux’s deer weighed 140 pounds field dressed.

35 Years Ago-1979 Bridge City’s $172,000 administration building is dedicated.

Legislators speaking at dedication include U.S. Congressman Charles Wilson; State Senator Carl Parker and State Representative Wayne Peveto. The Rev. Ed Robinson delivered the benediction. City Manager C.R. Nash proclaims the opening as a red letter day for Bridge City. Ground breaking on the new city hall started in January, 1978. On Dec.1, 1978, moving into

Earlene Hilliard, 48, announces she will seek another term as county treasurer. She served 13 years as first assistant under county auditor, Walter Ebanks and Luther Sebren before becoming treasurer.*****Joe Kazmar named ‘Salesman of the Year’ at Butler-Baker Pontiac American.*****Spotlight on Bridge City basketball coach, Don Calvert. Players are Randy Fults, Steve Harmon, Billy James, Art Simmons, Jeff Gephardt, Shannon Martin, David Weishaar and Robert Truncale.*****Bridge City football coach Chief Wilson accepts new position with school district. He becomes vocational adjustment coordinator. Chief had coached in six different school districts. He has been in BC the last 12 years. Chief and wife, Ramona educate their children in the district. *****Pete Sterling is your clean shaven State Farm Life Insurance agent. *****Evangalan Mixon married Raymond Grossman on Jan. 18. *****Allen and Viola Bendy celebrate their 12th wedding anniversary.

50 Years Ago-1964 Flashy Eddie Sutton, bleeding from a gash at the mouth, threw caution to the wind and hammered out a unanimous decision over Lafayette’s Anneal Foreman. Sutton won the ‘Outstanding Boxer’ award. Other Orange winners were Gary McCamey, Ken Ballard, Oscar Dominguez and Larry Carpenter. *****The new First Savings and Loan is dedicated. Formal speaker was Congressman Jack Brooks. Officers are Ward Stephenson, director; Wayne Cox, executive V.P.; Davis Cooper, V.P. and director; Joe Powell, Walter Ebanks and Donald Cohenour, directors; and Jessie Dickerson, assistant secretary.*****Texas Attorney General Waggoner Carr will be the principle speaker at the Jaycee banquet that highlights Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, beginning Jan. 17.*****Commissioners Casey Peveto and Asa Mansfield seek reelection. State Rep. Clyde Haynes asks for a third term. W.D. Bill Joyce, former County ID officer seeks sheriff’s post in Newton County. *****Stark High football players C.E. Riggs and Frank Beauchamp are named to 3-A, All State Team.

A FEW HAPPENINGS We were saddened to learn of the death of Cecil Williams,75, of Call, who was killed on Jan. 20, in an automobile accident in Newton County. Williams was a longtime Bridge City resident and was the owner of Cecil’s Garage Door Company.*****The Madison Masonic Lodge 126 celebrated its 160th anniversary.

The Lodge was chartered Jan. 19, 1854, in what was then Madison, Texas which later became Orange County on Feb. 6, 1858. The founding members were William Smith, G.A. Patillo and Hugh Ochiltree..*****We were sorry to hear of the death of Jim “Poochie“ Darby, 85, who died Friday, Jan. 17. Visitation was held Tuesday, Jan. 21 and burial Wed. 10 a.m. under the direction of Garmier-Oberle Funeral Home, Port Arthur. Darby was a longtime Cow Bayou resident and owner of Darby‘s Auto Parts.

He was founder of “Poochie”, a convenient store chain. His wife, Trelia, passed away three years ago. Condolences go out to his children Bart, Claire, Leslie and their families. *****We ran into Charlie Warner, one of the great guys we’ve known since he was a tot. Charlie is excited that he will be a brand new granddad in May by way of his daughter. I bet if it‘s a boy he‘ll get a baseball glove on his first birthday. *****Speaking of baseball, congrats to Hunter Uzzle, who will be playing for Panola, a great baseball school. I’m sure Hunter will use it as a stepping stone. One thing for sure, no one on the team will out hustle him, plus he‘s one of the finest young men you could ever hope to meet. By the way, if you read in Chuck‘s column a couple weeks ago about the big goose and duck hunt the guys went on in Oklahoma, we were fortunate enough to have Hunter bring us a mess that turned into a great championship football gumbo Sunday. *****Congrats to Orangefield softball star, Kelsey Ancelot, who has signed to play with Kilgore next season. *****The Chuck Young alumni baseball classic will be held at Bridge City stadium Feb. 8. The alumni team will again be coached by Jacob Monceaux. For more information contact Chris Moore at BCISD.net.*****Last week at the Wednesday Lunch Bunch we were surprised by Patti Hanks, who was in town from Vegas for the birth of her new grandchild by way of daughter, Jamie. It is always good to see our former editor. The Lunch Bunch will dine at Robert‘s this week and at Peggy‘s Off the Bayou, Hwy. 62, next week. Everyone is always welcome.*****I recently learned from Judge Pat that many years ago, the late Roy Wingate asked Judge Clark for permission to build a lawyers bench in his courtroom in order to have something for attorneys to place their papers on. Roy found cherry wood that perfectly matched the judge‘s bench and that‘s how the bench came to be in the 128 District Court room. Another tid-bit about Roy is that he designed, cut and nailed every board one by one, to make the nice, sturdy picket fence that surrounds the old Sim’s house, (Historical Museum). Roy built many things, including furniture that he donated to needy. *****A few good folks we know celebrating their special day in the coming week. On Jan. 22, Judge Janice Menard, a special lady of integrity celebrates her special day.***Celebrating a special event are our friends of over 50 years, Dorris and Euel Norwood, who were married 60 years ago, on Jan. 22, 1954. She’s a beautiful, good hearted woman and he’s an honorable man. I’m proud to call them friends and wish them a happy anniversary. Sixty years may not be a record but it’s a damn good average. *****On Jan. 22, Wilson Stillwell reaches 101 years of age. He was born in 1913, that was before WWI, just think of the history he’s seen in his lifetime. He enjoys good health and looks forward to the years ahead.***Also, happy birthday to Sandra Peveto, Sue Harris and Caitlyn Linder.*****Jan. 24 finds Mary Jo McClain, the widow of the late F.L. McClain, and mother of our staffer, Melodie, turning 88 years old. She’s still healthy and still independent. ***Also, celebrating on this day are Larry Grady and Randy Franklin. They share birthdays with Mary Lou Retton, who turns 46, and Neil Diamond, 73.*****Jan.

25, celebrating 89 years is our buddy and neighbor here on Henrietta Street, Roy McDaniel.***Also, having birthdays on this date are Taylor Thompson and Judy Rogers.******Jan. 26 finds longtime friend, longtime banker, Nancy Vincent, retiring from First Financial Bank, formerly Orange Savings, this week after many years and also celebrating her birthday on this day. Nancy is special and will be missed but she has earned and deserves the time off and time to visit with mom. ***Also, on this day, our friends Pat and H.D. Pate celebrate their anniversary. *****On Jan. 27, “Scooter” Leland Gros celebrates his 5th birthday. He’s the son of Brittney and Garrett, grandson of Karen and the youngest great-grandchild of Roy and Phyl. *****On Jan. 28, the twins, two sets, celebrate. Mary Ann Scofield and Rosalie Clark turn a year older. Rosalie’s twin grandsons, Jackson and William Patrick Clark, sons of Pat Jr. and Rachel Clark will be 8-yearsold also on this day. Of course, Judge Pat is a proud granddad. I guess twins run in families but they seem to jump one generation. ***Celebrating on this day also is our buddy Mary Stanton, longtime bride of Don. ***It’s also Bill Dixon, Colin Briggs and Justin Gearharts special day. Happy birthday to all. Please see complete list.*****Our buddy, Lyndi Morris, who was recently named ‘Manager of the Year’ at Express Mart on Texas Ave. at Roundbunch, has been transferred to the Express Mart on Hwy. 62 at Hwy. 87. I’m not sure if ‘Bootie’ will join her but about the time I get clerks trained they transfer them. Paula will now be the new manager. *****Attorney Sharon Bearden hit a milestone Tuesday, Jan. 21. He turned 75. A large crowd of friends gathered for food, laughter, stories and a few lies. I’m sure sorry I missed it but duty calls. I’m running way past deadline to get this column out so here I sit at 7 p.m. still trying to finish. I’m sure everyone had a great time at Sharon’s expense. He takes a lot of abuse from his friends but he’s one of the great guys.*****Reporter David Ball visited withGeorge Holder, manager of David Self Tractor in Buna. He enjoyed the visit and wrote a feature on Texas’ number one tractor dealer. Read about it inside.*****Let me tell you about Bridge City Automotive, located in Mr. Cox’s neighborhood, at 125 Vick. Brian and Mark, certified mechanics, run the place.

I know through experience that there is nothing on a vehicle they can’t fix. Everyone is a specialist. Neighbor Cox is the manager-inexile. I’m told he’s a rear end specialist. They do dependable work at reasonable prices, however, what I want you to know is that this auto repair shop would make an ideal, made for TV, reality show.

You’ll love these guys and find them fun and knowledgeable. They look like TV characters. Throw Cox in the mix and they are more fun than Sanford and Son. Tell’um we sent you.

Birthdays This Week Cris Anderson, Meloney Delano, Mary Jo McClain, Joseph Trantham, Julian Meadows, Don Collins, Gary Baker, Janice Westfall, Lyndon Robinson, Myra Sherwood, Nancy Sieck, Suzanne Pittar, Betty Stephenson, Sandra Peveto, Caitlyn Lindner, Cindy Cain, Eryn Leroux, Harold Collins, Jennifer Grizzaffi, Logan Mitchell, Lyndell Hodgkinson, Stephanie Smith, Sue Harris, Karen Anthony, Larry Gray, Randy Franklin, Toni Robertson, Eric Shuford, Amy Kidder, Garland Gresham, Jessica Hobbs, Judy Rogers, Malissie Bailey, Melanie Thevis, Tayler Thompson, Taylor Fraccastoro, Chelsea Anderson, Frank Richardson, Marie Howell, Noreen Cook, Haley Parish, Flip Flippen, Hayden Anderson, Mike Faulk, Nancy Vincent, Ollie Butler, Ginny Pelpier, Ron Huebel, Tommy Wolfford, Hazel Reedon, Jonathan Arnold, Kimberly Barclay, Melanie Prosperie, Mick Weidner, Tori Lummus, Virginia Pelitier, Bill Dixon, Cheryl Gonzales, Hollie Fregia, William Carpenter, Justin Gearhart, Chase Rendall, Colin Briggs, Jim Snider, Mary Ann Scofield, Rosalie Clark, Sheryl Richard, Sterling Werkheiser, Virginia Robinson, and Kerstin Jewel.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK A few years ago, cussin Sostan got hisself a ticket for da Super Bowl. He gave $200 for it. He sure was disappointed dat his seat was so high up he nearly got nose bleed him. He knew two players him. He had worked wit Kevin Fauks’ papa and his wife, Sugar Bee, is kin to Jake Delhomme’s mom, Marie. Tee-Boy had sold him da ticket but it was closer to da blimp dan it was to da field.

Sostan look through his binoculars and he spots an empty seat plum across Reliant Stadium.. After several minutes of observation, Sostan decides to make his way across the stadium to see if he can use dat seat him. “Excuse me please, is dat seat dere taken?” he axe.

No, says da man, you are welcome to use it.”

“Tank you very much,” Sostan say.

He axe da man, “Why do dis seat be empty, hanh?”

“Oh, dat was my wife’s seat, after 50 years of marriage she died.”

“Oh, I’m so sorry me, Sostan say, but couldn’t you have given da seat to family or a friend, after all, man, dis is da Super Bowl.”

Da older man replied, “No, I tried but they’re all at da funeral dem.

C’EST TOUT Making all the wire services this past weekend was Houston mayor Annise Parker, tying the knot with her partner of 23 years. Parker married Kathy Hubbard last Thursday in Palm Springs. She had waited for Texas to legalize same-sex marriage but it wasn’t happening. Parker is the first openly gay mayor of a major U.S. city. “This is a very happy day for us,” Parker said. “We have waited a very long time. Kathy has been by my side for more than two decades, helping to raise a family and nurture my political career and life events that come with a committed relationship.”

Parker tweeted, “I am privileged to now be the wife of the woman I have loved for more than two decades. I couldn’t be happier.” I thought since this event had some historical reference that I should at least publish it, for now and future generations, because someday such an event will be insignificant and common place.*****I’ve run way past deadline. Thanks for your time and please shop our family of advertisers. We thank them for supporting their local community paper. Take care and God bless.

The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Bridge City ISD

School Board Appreciation BCISD school board members are: Seated: Kirk Ellender, Mike Johnson, Rebecca Rutledge, and Jerry McInnis. Standing; Thad Hill and Mark Anderson. Not pictured is Lon Hubbard.

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anuary is School Board Recognition Month and Bridge City Independent School District is joining other districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for their commitment and contributions to our public schools.

“School board members serve countless hours working to make public education the best it can be for every child,” said Superintendent Mike King. In a climate of change and challenge, they develop policies and make tough decisions on complex educational and social issues that affect the entire community and the lives of individual students.

Preparing today’s students to be productive citizens and the leaders of tomorrow is

a tremendous task. As elected officials, school board members are the voice of their communities, serving first and foremost in the best interest of our schoolchildren,” said Superintendent Mike King.

We proudly salute these education advocates as they provide vision and leadership for student achievement, academic programs, district funding, and school facilities. Their service ensures that decisions about local public schools are made by

those most familiar with the needs of our community’s children and families. These dedicated individuals deserve recognition and thanks for their unfailing commitment to the continuing success of our students now and in the future.

Great leadership always begins with a willing heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to make a difference. Please join Bridge City ISD as we applaud these local leaders for truly caring about our kids.

BCHS students excel in UIL competition

Winter Retreat 2014 . . .

Bridge City High School Student Council delegates attended TASC D17’s Winter Retreat at the Westin Galleria in Houston, January 11-12. Student leaders were inspired and trained as they met with over 200 other student leaders. After mall hours, students were treated to ice skating as seen in our picture. BCHS Student Council is grateful for the opportunities and experiences that our administration allows us to participate and the support they receive.

Bridge City High School competed at the Hamshire-Fannett UIL Invitational Meet on Friday and Saturday, January 10-11. The following are the results from this contest: Literary Criticism-Jessica McKinney placed 1st, Jessica Bean placed 2nd, and Katelyn Mott placed 3rd. The Literary Criticism Team of Jessica McKinney, Jessica Bean, Katelyn Mott, and Tabitha Blakeney took 1st place team. In Ready Writing, Jessica Bean placed 2nd and Jessica McKinney placed 3rd. The sponsor for these events is Diane Grooters.

In Spelling, Anna Piper took 1st place and Richard Thompson took 3rd. The Spelling team of Anna Piper, Richard Thompson, Ariel Scoggins, and Thanh Ho took 1st place team. The sponsor for Spelling is Kathie Dorman.

In Accounting, Ciera Mires took 6th place.

The sponsor for Accounting is Rene Danna.

In Science, Luke Placette took 6th place and he took the Top Place Biology Award. The Science team of Luke Placette, Steve Nguyen, Linda Pham, and Kyle Fontenot took 2nd place team. The sponsor for Science is Daniel Auchenbach.

In LD Debate, Emily Lawrence placed 3rd and Brittany Lauritzen placed 4th. In CX Debate, the team of Colten Cockrell and Madi-

son Underwood took 4th place. In Informative Speaking, Emily Lawrence took 2nd place. The sponsor for these events is Michael Blakeney.

In News Writing, Brittney Meeks took 6th place. The sponsor for News Writing is Debbie Miller.

In Social Studies, Sidney Schubarth placed 2nd and Greg Sattler placed 3rd. The Social Studies team of Sidney Schubarth, Greg Sattler, Karli Pittman, and Trinity King took 2nd place team. The sponsor for Social Studies is Don Miller.

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Nancy’s Kitchen Community Bulletin Board Benefit for Olivia Marie Coats - Jan. 26 Please join us from 10 a.m. until it ends, Sunday, Jan. 26 at the Orangefield Fire Department. Live music, bbq, decals, t-shirts and a silent auction. For more info go to https://m.facebook. com/oliviamariecoats.

Bridge City Little League Sign-Ups - Jan. 25 Sign-ups for 2014 Baseball/Softball season are Saturday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., at Bridge City Elem. Cafeteria, located at 1035 W. Roundbunch Rd. ALL Orange Co. youth are eligible to participate! This includes the regular season and All-Stars! Age requirements: Boys ages 4-16 (as of April 30, 2014) Girls ages 4-16 (as of Dec.31, 2013) There is also a free Challenge League! Birth certificate and current utility bill for proof of residency is required. Cost is : 1st child $110. 2nd and 3rd child $60. 4th child or more free. $20 late fee applies for 1st child and $10 each additional child if registered after Jan. 25.

Eagles to host pool tourney The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2523, located at 803 N. 28th St. in Orange, will host a pool tournament at 8 p.m. each Friday. The two tables are open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday nights. Popcorn will be served and a drink special will be offered until 11 p.m. The community is invited to come meet the members of Aerie 2523 and join in the fun. For more info leave a message for Sharon Bodin after 4 p.m. at 886-7381.

Makers Family Day - Jan. 25 Discover your inner artist at Makers Family Day from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., on Jan. 25 at the Stark Museum of Art, 712 Green Avenue, Orange. Try your hand at easel painting or create a sketch in their galleries. See exhibitions of student artwork, go on a scavenger hunt and enjoy story time. Refreshments, tours and many more activities in store for the whole family. This event is a great way to learn how art is made and create your own. For more info visit www.starkmuseum.org or call 409-8862787

Community Trash Off in Orange - Feb. 1 Take pride in your city. Help clean Orange. Shangri La Botannical Gardens and Nature Center asks that groups, families and individuals register now to form teams to clean up the litter

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Several people have inquired about my newly adopted four-year-old Pomeranian male dog-child.

For those that don’t know, my sister-in-law, Ava McWhorter, gave him to me for Christmas…thus his name “Jingles.” She rescued him while visiting her daughter and son-inlaw, Dawn and Michael Williams, in Prosper, Texas.

As to Jingles progress, he is thriving and has gained his trust in me.

“How would I describe him?” you ask…a chubby ball of fur with a sweet, tiny face.

One of his favorite things is food; so obviously he no longer feels bony. Ava had advised me to feed him an egg once a week to improve the texture of his fur. So on Mondays, I cook us each an egg for breakfast…he eats his and half of mine. It has helped soften his coat.

He follows me everywhere and watches me with those soul loving eyes. I have not found a proper bed to my liking for him yet so he uses “throws” throughout the house. There is one in the bedroom, one in the living room and one in the kitchen. Wherever I am, he is sitting nearby on his make shift “bed” either watching me or sleeping.

Jingles have given me a couple of scary moments. I have a fenced backyard that allows me to let him run outside without any fears. Occasionally, I use to let him follow me out the front door to get the mail and/or newspaper. Now you must know that I live on a very busy street. One day he just decid-

hurting our environment on Feb. 1, starting at Lions Park. People registered will get a free lunch and free tickets for the Feb. 8 performance of Great Mountain at the Frances Ann Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts in Orange. For more information visit www.shangrilagardens.org or call 409-670-0803.

Income Tax Assistance The AARP Tax Filing Assistance Program will be offered starting 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, at the Orange Public Library. Trained volunteers will be available from 12:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday through April 11 and Tuesday April 15. Anyone seeking assistance should bring the following: All W-2 and 1-00 Forms including Soc. Sec. Benefits statements.

Records of Capital Gains and Losses Receipts of medical expenses, taxes paid, interest paid, contributions, casualty and theft losses, job expenses, sales tax receipts for major purchases and Soc. Sec. cards for dependents.

Also, a copy of the 2012 tax return is very helpful to volunteers assisting in the preparation of the 2013 return. Electronic filing will be available. No Tax Returns will be started after 4 p.m.

Super Bowl Ribs from BC Knights of Columbus - Feb. 2

ed to take off running into the neighboring yards. He knew I could not keep up with his pace. I was so afraid he would run into the street and be hit by a car. Finally, two houses down from mine, he stopped and allowed me to pick him up. For him it was a fun game. For me it was a heart attack maker. I no longer allow him to follow me out to the front yard.

Another scary event happened. It was a recent evening, I decided to let Jingles ride with me in the car to get gasoline.

Apparently, I did not shut the car door and before I knew it, he was out and running free. Well he is much faster than this “old lady” and he enjoyed me chasing him around the WalMart parking lot. Finally, he stopped and let me capture him.

He thought it was great fun; I DID NOT! Lesson hard learned.

He likes to be bathed and brushed. He felt so good following his last bath, he was tossing one of his “throws” and then he would catch it with his mouth; shake it, bark and growl at it. It was great fun to watch.

This little fellow, Jingles, has partially filled the void in my heart. I am dedicating this week’s KEEPER recipe to him. He is so precious; it had to be something sweet.

STRAWBERRY JELL-O TRIFLE

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1 (3 oz.) pkg. strawberry Jell-O 1 ¼ cups boiling water 1 (10 oz.) pkg. sliced frozen strawberries, thawed 1 Tbsp. sugar Pinch of salt 1 (12 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 (10 oz.) angel food cake, torn into pieces 1 small jar of maraschino cherries, drained

Dissolve Jell-O in 1 ¼ cups boiling water. Stir in strawberries, sugar and salt. Cool until it begins to thicken and refrigerate for 1 hour. Then fold in whipped topping. Cover bottom of pan or casserole dish with half the torn angel food cake. Pour half the strawberry and cream mixture over cake.

Finish by repeating a second layer. Top with cherries. Refrigerate 4 to 5 hours before serving. Yields 8 servings.

day, Jan, 26th. You can pick up your order in the KC Hall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. For more info or to place your order go to “knights.of.columbus.orders@gmail.com”.

OC CCA Chapter meets - Feb. 10 Orange County Coastal Conservation Association meeting will be at 6:30 p.m., Feb. 10 at Robert’s Steak House, 3720 Park Avenue in Orange. For more info go to www.ccatexas.org or call 409-988-3667.

Nominations for Texas’s Outstanding Sr. Volunteer Visit “SalutetoSeniorService.com” to nominate and vote for an outstanding Senior volunteering at least 15 hours per month. Deadline is March 1. Home Instead, Inc. will donate $500 to each state winners’ designated and approved nonprofit organization and share their personal stories online on the Salute to Senior Service Wall of Fame. A national winner will also be selected by a panel of senior care experts. Call for more info 409-892-7494.

Shriners Sponsor Mardi Gras Dance - Mar. 1

The Bridge City Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council #3406, will be smoking pork spare ibs with cherry wood for the Super Bowl at $15 per rack of ribs. Advance orders for Super Bowl Ribs must be placed with a KC Member on or before Sun-

Dance the night away with music by Na-Na- Sha at the Orange County Expo Center (FM 1442).All public is invited.

BYOB. Admission is $15. For more info call 409-883-8568.

GOCC recent Ribbon Cutting for Way Service Staff Report

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The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Way Service. Way is one of the nation’s largest and most experienced mechanical contractors, specializing in the design/build of commercial air conditioning, plumbing/piping, energy retrofits and the maintenance of these systems. Operating a business in today’s competitive environment is difficult. Focus on productivity and service is paramount.

Way can provide you with a broad spectrum of short and longterm solutions for you and your building soyou can focus on your core business. Their commitment to building excellence began 90 years ago and four generations later, will continue into the future. Way was one of the first companies in the 1980s to utilize performance contracting to track energy efficiency and to use energy savings to pay for building improvements. Innovation and education remain two of the cornerstones of the Way “building excellence” philosophy.

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Deaths and Memorials Death announcement David Hale Formerly Orange David Lee Hale, born on June 26, 1932, passed away Dec. 30.

2013, at his home in Austin, Texas. David was 81 years of age.

Funeral services were handled in Austin.

David graduated from Stark High School in Orange. After graduation he joined the Army and later attended Lamar University in Beaumont. He received his Masters Degree at McNeese College. He taught school at Stark High School and LCM and then moved to Austin to continue his teaching career until he retired.

David is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Donald Hale and sister, Judy Thomas.

Those left to miss him are his sister, Nancy Elmore of Mauriceville and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services to be held Melvin Pierce Beaumont Melvin “Satch” Pierce, of Beaumont, Texas passed away Monday, Jan. 20, 2014, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home.

Born in Port Acres on Nov. 30, 1938, Satch was the son of Roy Peter Pierce and Edna (Guy) Pierce. He retired from Temple Inland after 38 years and served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Satch enjoyed hunting, fishing, oil painting and working around the house. He was a real handyman and could build or work on anything.

Satch was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Catherine Pierce; sons, Kenneth and Glenn Pierce and siblings, Paul and Ralph Pierce and Iris Hare.

He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Pierce of Beaumont; sons, Doug Pierce and wife, Joanne of Beaumont, Melvin Pierce and wife, Tina of Mesquite, Mike Pierce and wife, Kerri of Orangefield, Joe Pierce and wife, Leigh Anne of Woodlands; grandchildren, Joshua, Jordan, Kacy, Will, Troy, Cade, Sage, Cheyenne, Brooke, Jake, Mia, Addison, Jaxson and Christian Pierce; and sister, Willena Moore of Warren.

Joyce Powell Orange Joyce Ann Powell, 58, of Orange, passed away Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, at Mid-Jefferson Extended Care Hospital in Nederland. Funeral services will be 10

am, Thursday, Jan. 23, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. Officiating will be the Rev. Barry Bradley of First Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City.

Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home.

Born in St. Louis, Mo., on Dec. 2, 1955, Joyce was the daughter of Elmer Hamor and Ella Mae (Price) Hamor. She worked as a drafter for Mustang Engineering.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Betty Hamor.

She is survived by her husband, David Powell; brothers, Elmer Hamor, Jr. and Darrell Hamor; sisters, Cathy Hodges, Wanda Hamor, Martha Wyatt; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Martha Armstrong Orange Martha Fae Gunstream Armstrong peacefully left this world for her heavenly home on Jan. 18, 2014.

She was born in Orange, Texas to Walter Lee Gunstream and Fannie Mae Winfree Gunstream on August 16, 1921.

Visitation was Jan. 21 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Orange, Wednesday, Jan. 22.

As the first born of three, she embraced the role of “oldest and wisest”, frequently sharing her childhood wisdom with her younger brother and sister.

Though her family moved several times throughout her childhood due to her father’s newspaper job Martha’s heart remained in Orange and she longed to return. She graduated Port Neches High School in 1938 and completed her business degree at Port Arthur Business College. Martha finally returned to her birthplace at the age of 18.

She met a handsome cowboy in her early twenties at a social function and knew her life would never be the same. A four-year courtship ensued, mostly through the exchange of letters, since her cowboy joined the Navy. Prior to deploying to serve in WWII, Curtis presented Martha with a ring which she enthusiastically accepted.

Curtis returned one year later choosing to surprise his bride-to-be. Determined to put an end to their geographic separation, the couple wed 12 days later. Feb. 2, 1946 marked the beginning of a nearly 68-year adventure that would make most fairy tales envious. Together

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they traveled untold miles and at age 78, Martha boarded her first plane to visit Hawaii, completing their exploration of all 50 states.

They caught salmon in Alaskan streams, viewed New York Harbor through Lady Liberty’s torch, survived jeep journeys on Colorado’s twisting mountain roads and witnessed firsthand New England’s autumn splendor. It would be impossible to capture every adventure they shared, but Martha certainly tried! A love for photography was in her genes and she and her camera were rarely parted… a truth evidenced by the photo albums and slide carousels that fill her bookshelves and crowd her closets.

Martha was a woman whose heart had immeasurable depth and she loved deeply and fully. Her zest for life, her genuine care for others and her unwavering faith in her Savior were evident to all who met her. She was an active member of McDonald Memorial Baptist church for more than 60 years, serving as church secretary for 24 years.

She was a beloved women’s Sunday school teacher, a creative youth leader and a committed advocate for world missions. She was passionate about sharing Christ’s love with others and promoted missions in her church, well into her 80s.

She taught by example, demonstrating through her daily actions how to honor God and love others. She embodied hospitality and truly shone when hosting parties and celebrating holidays.

The roles of devoted wife, mother and Mamaw came naturally to her and her legacy of love has been shared with multiple generations. Though her memory began to fade in her last few years, her smile never lost its brilliance and she freely shared it with all who graced her home..

She is survived by her lifelong love, Curtis Armstrong; her sister, Bonnie Tompkins of Holly Lake Ranch; daughters Beverly Jean (James) Burch of Grenada, Miss. and Judy Dianne (Bill) Brimm of Orange; as well as four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 10 great-greatgrandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Walter Lee Gunstream, Jr. “Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: ‘There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!”’

Jerry Zylks West Orange Jerry Lynn Zylks, 72, of West Orange, passed away Friday, Jan. 17, 2014 at his home.

Services by which to honor and remember Jerry’s life were Jan. 21, preceded by a family gathering on Jan. 20, in the Chapel of Dorman Funeral Home in Orange with Bishop Billy Blakeney officiating. Graveside services and Interment will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 22 at the Slaughter Cemetery in Rodessa, La. Born on August 18, 1941 in

Atlanta, Texas to his parents, Sam G. Zylks, Jr. and Katie (Alexander) Zylks, he lived in the Orange area for the last 35 years and previously lived in Atlanta. He worshipped as a member of the Orange Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Jerry worked as a maintenance and repair worker at the Inland-Orange Paper Mill and served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Army. He will be remembered as a good husband, father and grandfather. He was a very dependable, strong man who enjoyed building things. He enjoyed hunting, being in the outdoors and teasing those he loved. Although much in Jerry’s life was important, his love for his family was very dear and important to him.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents and numerous members of his extended family.

Those who will most cherish his memory are his loving wife of 42 years, Linda Zylks of West Orange; his daughters, Stacie Zylks of Vidor, Shannon Stutler and husband, Shane of Mauriceville, Michael Annette “ Mickey ” Cash and husband, Terry of Bossier City, La., Lisa Jester and husband, Hugh of Atlanta, Texas, Christina Zylks of West Orange and Haley Degay and husband, Greg of Orange; his sons, Scott Zylks and wife, Dana of Charlotte, S. C. and Justin Zylks of Orange; his brother, Mike Zylks and wife, Sandra of Orange; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and numerous extended family.

Condolences may be expressed for the family at http:// www.dormanfuneralhome.com/.

Anita Jay Orange Anita Faye Jay, 82, of Orange, passed away Saturday, Jan.18, 2014, in her home.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 22, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange.

Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation was Jan. 21.

Born in Soper, Okla., on July 23, 1931, Anita was the daughter of Andrew Jackson McKee and Sarah Beatrice (Butler) McKee. She was a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and Little Cypress Baptist Church. Anita loved shopping but her alltime favorite activity was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Pauline Crouch; brother, Thomas McKee; and nephew, Charles Crouch.

Anita is survived by her husband of 66 years, Clois Jay;

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sons, Greg Jay, Donnie Jay and wife, Pat, Joey Jay and wife, Nikki; daughter, Gayla Roberts; brother, Stanley McKee; grandchildren, Jill, Cory, Amanda, Jessica and Josie Jay, Jennifer Chitty, Christen Trahan, Shai and Chelsea Greer, Sam and Justin Dougharty; great-grandchildren, Skyler Scott, Slayde, Allie, Baylee and Mason Jay, Laikyn Trahan, Hannah Chitty, Cameron, Cayse, McKayla and Weston Dougharty, Zane and Brenton Trahan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Serving as pallbearers will be Cory Jay, Sam and Justin Sam Dougharty, Josh Ford and Danny Brister. Honorary pallbearers will be Skyler Scott and Slayde Jay. For those who wish memorial contributions may be made to Harbor Hospice; P.O. Box 21463, Beaumont, TX 77720-1463, www.harborfoundation.com.

Services held Martha McHugh Orange Martha Dale Landry McHugh, 64, of Orange, Texas, passed from this life on Friday, Jan. 17, 2014 while a resident of The Meadows Nursing Center in Orange. Services by which to honor and remember Martha’s life were Jan. 19, in the Sanctuary of the Old First Orange Baptist Church, 7925 Interstate Highway 10 in Orange with the Rev. Keith Meyer, pastor of the church, officiating. Services were preceded by a gathering of family and friends for a time of reflection and sharing.

Born on June 1, 1949 in Orange to her parents, Ellis Landry and Ethel LaQuata (Frances) Landry, Martha was a lifelong resident of Orange and a homemaker. She was a member of the

Old First Orange Baptist Church where she attended Sunday School with the Ruth Class. She enjoyed spending time with her son when he was a child and she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and working at the church with her dear friend, Anna McKay. Martha is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Steve McHugh and her cousin, Dalton LeBlanc. Those who will most cherish her memory are her son, Jake McHugh and his wife, Angie of Orange; her brother, Randy Landry and his wife, Vicki of Orange; her grandchildren, Hunter D. and Kolton McHugh, Talor, Natalie and Trevor Morgan; her caretaker and dear friend, Anna McKay and her husband, Ronnie of Orange and her dear friend, Robbie McCabe and her husband, Horton of Orange.

Honoring Martha as pallbearers were Horton and Ronnie McKay, Ronnie Reese, Tresray Blackwell, Donovan Weldon and Jack Cornell. For those who desire to make memorial donations, please do so in memory of Martha to the Building Fund at the Old First Orange Baptist Church, 7925 Interstate Highway 10, Orange, TX 77630. Service and cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home in Orange. Condolences may be listed for the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

Jerry Lopez Orange Jerry Wayne Lopez, 42, of Orange, Texas passed away Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. A Graveside Service was Jan. 20, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City. Officiating was the Rev. W.W. Smith, pastor of Pinehurst Pentecostal Church.

Born in Port Arthur on June 16, 1971, Jerry was the son of Jerry Lopez, Sr. and Dorothy (Fuselier) Lopez.

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Newly appointed bishop promises to give his all Pope Francis has named the next bishop of Pueblo, Colorado: Monsignor Stephen J. Berg of Fort Worth, Texas, a trained pianist who became a priest after a career as a business executive.

“You will have all I have to give,” Bishop-designate Berg, 62, told the people of his diocese at a Jan. 15 press conference in Pueblo. “I will also give my best to all of my people, especially the Hispanic ministry.”

Bishop-designate Berg, whose new diocese is predominantly rural and mountain, cited his own background in rural life in Montana and Texas. “My happiest moments in ministry were in the rural ministry of northwest Texas in the wide open spaces,” he said.

Addressing his new diocese’s priests, he said “We need each other. I need your support, and I promise you will have mine.”

He will succeed Bishop Fernando Isern, who retired in June 2013 for health reasons.

Bishop-designate Michael F. Olson of Fort Worth said his diocese is “very proud and joyful” at the appointment. “I personally am happy for him and the Diocese of Pueblo. At heart, Bishop-elect Berg is a good priest, a kind man, a true Christian and a wise leader.”

The bishop-to-be is a native of Miles City, Mont., the Diocese of Pueblo said. He is the oldest of the 10 children of Connie and Jeanne Berg and an uncle to 27 nieces and nephews. He is a nephew of Bishop emeritus Joseph L. Charron of Des Moines, Iowa.

He attended Catholic schools in Miles City and graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1979. He studied at Gonzaga University in Washington and graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1973 with a bachelor’s degree in piano performance.

Bishop-designate Berg on Jan. 15 noted his past in Colorado.

“The best times of my life seem to be coming together, and they seem to fit. I am very at peace with this situation,” he said.

The future bishop earned a master’s degree in piano performance from Eastern New Mexico University in 1975 and a master’s of divinity from the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio in the 1990s.

He taught music at Tarrant County College in Fort Worth and worked for 14 years as a manager and an executive in the retail nursery industry. In 1993 he entered Assumption Seminary and in 1999, Bishop Charron ordained him to the priesthood.

Bishop-designate Berg has served as parochial vicar, pastor and administrator at several Diocese of Fort Worth parishes.

Bishop Kevin Vann named him the diocese’s vicar general in 2008. He also served as moderator of the curia of the Fort Worth diocese and as an adjunct spiritual director at Dallas’ Holy Trinity Seminary.

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Pope Benedict XVI named him a monsignor in March 2012.

He is a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre and the International Serrans.

When Bishop Vann was moved to the Diocese of Orange, Calif. in December 2012, Msgr. Berg was chosen as administrator of the Fort Worth diocese. Bishop-designate Olson said that Msgr. Berg’s time as pastor, vicar general and diocesan minister has prepared him for his new assignment.

Bishop-designate Berg will be ordained a bishop and installed as head of the Pueblo diocese on Feb. 27.

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila of Denver welcomed the appointment, saying that the “Church will be enriched by his enthusiastic and energetic presence, and I am sure that the faithful will appreciate his love for Colorado.”

The archbishop praised the bishop-designate’s “rich family life,” his love of music, and his experience in both the corporate world and church life.

“I and the faithful of Northern Colorado pray that God will bless his ministry here in Colorado and make it bear abundant fruit!” Archbishop Aquila said in a Jan. 15 statement.

Bishop-designate Berg said in a statement he was “humbled and deeply moved” at his appointment.

“I know Colorado to be a beautiful land of beautiful people and I look forward to serving the faithful of Pueblo as their shepherd in Christ. I eagerly anticipate our future together as we grow and build our local church.”

The Pueblo diocese covers 48,000 square miles of territory across southern Colorado. It has about 64,000 Catholics in 53 parishes, 44 missions and four Catholic schools. As reported

by Catholic News Agency.

Utah Muslims provide generous donation to Church disaster fund A friendship based on trust and mutual respect has grown in recent years between the Church and Utah’s Muslim community.

In the past, local Muslim leaders have participated in Latter-day Saint-sponsored interfaith gatherings and the Church assisted with the construction of a mosque in West Valley City. Latter-day Saints also extended hands of fellowship to Utah Muslims in the volatile days following Sept. 11, 2001.

Congregants from both faiths have also worked together in times of need and disaster.

That partnership reached a new level Jan. 10 when the Islamic Society of Greater Salt Lake made a significant donation to the LDS Church Humanitarian Fund to assist victims of the recent typhoon in the Philippines.

Bishop Dean M. Davies, second counselor in the Presiding Bishopric, accepted a donation from the Islamic Society of almost $120,000 during a ceremony at the Khadeeja Islamic Center in West Valley City.

He assured Society leaders that the generous gift would be used entirely to assist those in need following Typhoon Haiyan.

On Nov. 8, 2013, the Category 5 super typhoon ravaged several Filipino islands, claiming more than 6,000 lives and causing an estimated $1.5 billion in damage.

“I’m just overwhelmed by your generosity,” he said. “We are

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honored to work together with you.”

Not long after the storm hit, an anonymous donor gave the Islamic Society of Greater Salt Lake $100,000 for Typhoon Haiyan relief efforts. The donor challenged other members of the Islamic Society to augment his gift, resulting in an additional $19,000 being raised.

Society leaders decided to turn the funds over to the LDS Humanitarian Services.

“We knew that the money would go to help those people in need,” said Islamic Society President Aden Batar.

“With the [Church’s] support, we can help many people,” added trustee Abdul Afridi.

Bishop Davies called the Islamic Center “a sacred place” where worshippers gather to pray together. He added that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches “to have a prayer in our hearts continually.”

Mr. Batar spoke of his own relationships with several Latter-day Saints, including many he considers “brothers and friends.”

At the end of the ceremony, Bishop Davies and several other representatives from LDS Humanitarian Services exchanged embraces with their friends from the Islamic Society of Greater Salt Lake. As reported by LDS Church News.

9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield, 409-735-3113 Pastor Forrest Wood Sun.: Bible Study - 9:15 a.m., Worship Service - 10:30 a.m., Evening Worship- 6:30 p.m.

Wed. Evening Services: Youth & Children - 6:30 p.m.

Praise & Prayer - 6:30 p.m.

Choir Practice - 7:30 p.m.

Email: office@fbcof.com www.fbcof.com

St. Paul United Methodist Church 1155 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City 409- 735-5546 Rev. Mark Bunch 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 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

Trinity Baptist Church NEW LOCATION: 1819 16th 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.

Nursery Provided

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 945 W. Roundbunch Road Bridge City, TX 77611 409-735-4573 - Church 409-988-3003 - Pastor Paul Zoch Worship Services: Traditional - 9 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:15 a.m.

Contemporary: 11 a.m.

Wednesdays (Young & Young @ Heart) Potluck: 6 p.m.

Fun, Games, Singing & Bible Study: 7 p.m.

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6108 Hazelwood 409-779-9039

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. Lynn Ashcroft, Interim Pastor Sunday Schedule: Bible Study at 9:15 a.m.

Celebration Service 10:30 Youth Bible Study, Discipleship Classes - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Schedule: Prayer Meeting - 6:30 p.m., Children’s Activities.

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!

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!”

Harvest Chapel 1305 Irving Street, West Orange, Texas 77630 (409) 882-0862 Pastor: Ruth Logan Burch Services: Sunday Morning 10:00 am Morning Service 11:00 am Nightly Service 6:00 pm Wednesday Service 6:00 pm

New Life Assembly of God

7375 FM 105 Orange, Tx Pastor Keith Pennington Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m., Wed Worship 2 p.m.

Contact Linda Ward 735-2709

Living Word Church Hw 87 & FM 1006, Orange 409-735-6659 www.livingwordtx.org Samuel G.K. - Pastor Joseph Samuel - Asst. Pastor Sun. Service - 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wed. Service - 7 p.m.

Come As You Are!

Call 886-7183 for more information!!!

The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 22, 2014

“Happy Birthday” to Mary Jo McClain “Gran Jo”

Years fly by, but the sparkle in your eye is always there, to light our day and brighten our way. We love you, Melodie, Kevin, Brooklyn, Lanie, Patrick, Novah, Mark & Lanie.

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The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce recognized Wanda Shugart as their employee of the month at their monthly networking coffee held at theBCISD Administration Building, located at 1031 West Roundbunch Road in Bridge City. Wanda was recognized for her faithful volunteering within the Bridge City Schools. She volunteers every Wednesday at BCHS making copies for teachers, laminating posters and any other job passed to her, working a full eight hour day. She was instrumental in getting teachers set up for the school year, running copies and performing other duties while teachers attended day long

meetings. When there is an athletic banquet she bakes up to 10 cakes for all to enjoy. Principal Briggs shared that she is a blessing to the school and he ,along with several others, acknowledged how much they appreciate all that Wanda does and has done for many years.

Everyone knows and loves “Granny.”

Wanda received a plague sponsored by David Self Ford along with gift certificates donated from the following local chamber members: Peggy’s on the Bayou, Total Impressions Salon, Dupuis Tire and Service Center, Geaux Mail, The Record Newspaper, Dairy Queen, Complete Staffing, Michele Michelle Day Spa, Tiger Rock Martial Arts and David Self Ford.

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13 years, Misty Lopez of Orange; mother-in-law, Cindy Thibodaux; and brother-in-law, Keith Joseph Thibodaux.

Carl Strong Bridge City Carl Edward Strong, 61, of Bridge City, passed away Jan. 14, 2014, at his home.

Funeral Services with military honors were Jan. 16, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Bridge City followed by cremation. Visitation was also Thursday.

Born in Fort Worth on March 22, 1952, Carl was the son of Arthur Paul Strong and Ollie Ruth (Hudnall) Strong. Carl retired from the Coast Guard, loved to fish, play golf and watch sports, especially football. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family and playing with his granddaughters.

Preceded in death by his father, Arthur Paul Strong, Carl is survived by his wife, Maria Strong of Bridge City; mother, Ollie Ruth Hudnall Strong of Vidor; sons and daughters-in-law, Kerry G. and Carrie E. Strong of Nederland, Larry P. and Amber Strong of Bridge City; step-children, Daniel Dawe and wife, Britni of Nederland, Carla Strong of Koror, Palau, and Glen Siang of Koror, Palau.

Carl is also survived by his grandchildren, Abigail, Marlie, Emery and Lakely Strong and Dilly Dawe; sisters and brotherin-law, Esther and Trent Burton of Ignacio, Colo., Pauline Warden of Vidor; brothers and sister-in-law, Paul Strong, Vernon Strong, both of Vidor and Floyd and Penny Strong of Pittsburg, Kan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK; or St. Jude Children’s Research, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Leon Parker Mauriceville Leon Richard Parker, 65, of Mauriceville, passed away from complications of multiple myeloma on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at MD Anderson in Houston, surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation and a Rosary was Jan. 17 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

There was a visitation Jan. 19, at Vincent Funeral Home in Abbeville, La. with a Rosary. A Mass of Christian Burial was Jan. 20, at St. James Catholic Church in Esther, La. Burial followed at St. James Cemetery.

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on Sept. 4, 1948, Leon was the son of David R. Parker and Ruby M. (Cessac) Parker. He served in the U.S. Army Special Forces and worked as an insurance agent at Allstate for 20 years.

Leon was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and he enjoyed

cooking chicken and sausage gumbo for the Soup Kitchen. He loved farming, tractors, his Black Angus cows and spending time in his garden; but most of all Leon loved God and his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandmother, Dolie Boudreaux; and brother-in-law, Glen Robison.

Leon is survived by his wife, Mary Beth Parker of Mauriceville; son, Shannon Parker of Abbeville, La.; daughters, Michelle Parker of Jefferson, Maine, Amanda Parker of Lake Charles, La., Tiffany Williamson of Lake Charles, La., Wendy J. Newman of Beaumont, Lori N. Fountain of Fannett; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and sister, Connie M. Robison of Abbeville, La. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to MD Anderson Cancer Center in Leon’s name at www.gifts. mdanderson.org; identification number: 724643.

Shirley Jones Orange Shirley Lynn Jones, 59, of Orange passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014 at Baptist Hospital in Orange.

A private service will be held by the family at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home.

Shirley was a native of Waxhaw, Miss.; born on Sept. 28, 1954 to parents Joella (Macfatten) and Percy Overstreet. She lived in the Orange area for 32 years; prior in Cleveland, Miss.

She was a faithful and active member of Full Gospel Church

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in Orange. Shirley enjoyed cooking for her family and going fishing. Shirley was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend who will be missed dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Emma Whitefield.

She is survived by her husband, James Louis Jones of Orange; son, Tamarcus Glenn Jones of Orange; sisters, Bertha Smith and husband, Willie of Little Rock, Ark, Percy Overstreet Johnson and husband, Floyd, Essie Mott, Shelia Odom and husband, Frank all of Orange; brothers, Willie Overstreet of Chicago, Jessie Overstreet of Houston, Gregory Overstreet of Sunset, Wis., Johnny Overstreet of Ind. and numerous nieces and nephews. Condolences may be sent for the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

Otis Fisher, Jr. Kirbyville Otis Oscar Fisher, Jr., 87, of Kirbyville, passed away Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, at Kirbyville.

Funeral services were Jan. 20, preceded by visitation on Jan. 19, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial followed at Trout Creek Cemetery.

Born in Ark., on Sept.29, 1926, Otis was the son of Otis Oscar Fisher, Sr. and Lucille (Stahl) Fisher. After he graduated from Pasadena High School in 1944, Otis enlisted into the U.S. Navy and served during WWII in Okinawa. He then attended Lamar College and graduated in 1948. Otis then began his career in maintenance and preplanning for DuPont. He re-

tired from DuPont after 35 years in 1987. Otis was a loyal member of the El Mina Shriners.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Fisher; parents; and sister and brother-inlaw, Virginia and Victor Gambill.

Otis is survived by his daughter, Dayle Gunn Weatherford and husband, L.E. “Stump” of Orange; grandchildren, Chris Gunn and wife, Cindy, Lacey Hale, Bridget Toohey and husband, Jet, all of Orange; five great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephew, Vic Gambill and wife Margaret of Liberty, Suzanne Bloodworth and husband, Leonard of Leakey, Dianne Martini and husband, Alan of Aransas Pass.

Serving as pallbearers will be Chris Gunn, Jet Toohey, L.E. “Stump” Weatherford, Vic Gambill, Vinny Hale, Tony Gunn and Ricky Deville.

Pictured left is Bridge City Chamber Ambassador Brandy Slaughter and right is Wanda Shugart

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 22, 2014

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SPORTS

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Earl Thomas ecstatic about missing Sunday’s Pro Bowl game KAZ’S KORNER JOE KAZMAR FOR THE RECORD

Now... to get the bait back ut of his mouth!

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Don’t leave home without it COLBURN-FISHING CAPT. DICKIE COLBURN FOR THE RECORD

I don’t know that it is possible to have any better sponsors than I have in the fishing business, but I do not fish or promote any lures or tackle that I can’t rely on every day simply because it is free.I am going to fish the lure that works the best for me and my clients regardless of the brand name.

Ninety-nine percent of the time it is a specific color that sends me scrambling for something different as I pretty much have all of the bases covered as far as style and length of soft plastics are concerned.It is not unusual at all on any given day to discover that the fish want a paddle tail more than a straight tail or a shorter tail more than the longer version in a particular color that is working well.

When the trout want a specific color more than another, however, that is an entirely different story……..more especially when you don’t have that color readily available. Having reams of that color does you no good if you took them out of the boat the week before. I recently made that mistake with Assassin’s stinky pink only to get torched on that color by two anglers drifting less than a cast away!

There is, however, something worse than not having that magic color…… “not having it with clients on board”.

Only last week I seriously considered weaving my way out of the flotilla of anglers in Coffee Ground and abandoning a decent bite rather than field any more questions as to what the boat next to us was doing to catch so many fish. The fix in that case proved to be easier than I deserved as they had simply downsized from a Maniac Mullet to the shorter Crazy Croaker and the trout were all over the smaller lure.

Three days later the remedy was not that obvious and it was only after returning to the ramp that I was enlightened. In that instance, it was not only the color, but possibly the style of lure as well. We were catching fish, but the average size could not compare to those taken by the friend willing to share his secret. They were throwing an H&H Queen Cocahoe in blue moon with a chartreuse tail and I was convinced that the color was more of a factor than the shape of the lure Not one prone to over analyzing, rather than chance yet another embarrassing day I drove all over the Golden Triangle that night looking for a few packs of my own.

Not surprisingly, there were none to be had and my confidence took a hit prior to learning that H&H’s blue moon was the same color as opening night and I had several pounds of that color. I dipped the tails in chartreuse and we just killed the fish for the next two days. The fish then decided color wasn’t an issue at all and everyone with a rod was a good fisherman for a couple of days!

For the most part, all of this color business and experimenting with different lengths and styles of tails is associated with duping both more and larger trout. Redfish aren’t nearly as picky and will knock the fool out of most anything that looks even remotely edible.

I have never seen so many boats in jammed in one small area of the lake day after day as what we have seen in Coffee Ground and even more perplexing it that we are catching and releasing very few trout that appear to have been caught before.We have caught and released a pile of SEE COLBURN PAGE 3B

Last Sunday was probably one of the most important days of the 2013 National Football League season because it was when the National and American Football Conference champions would be crowned.

These two winners would be the teams playing in Super Bowl XLVIII on Feb. 2 at The Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The two important football games provided the avid fan with several hours of exciting entertainment, starting at 2 p.m. and extending until nearly 9 p.m.

When the dust settled, the Denver Broncos won the right to represent the AFC by overwhelming a good New England Patriots team 26-16 while the Seattle Seahawks had to rally from an early 10-0 deficit to subdue their arch-rivals from the same division, the San Francisco 49ers, 23-17.

Both winners earned the right to play Sunday’s game before their screaming home stadium crowd and were both favored to win and reach pro football’s ultimate pinnacle— the Super Bowl. Denver was a 4½-point favorite over the Patriots while Seattle was favored by 4 points over the 49ers at kickoff time.

Orange County native, Seattle Seahawk Earl Thomas III, breaks up a pass against the San Fransico 49ers on Sunday.

This sets up only the second Super Bowl in 20 years involving the No. 1 seeds from each conference. It also pits the NFL’s best offensive team (Denver) against the league’s top defensive team in the Seahawks. The Broncos are an early 2½-point favorite.

Another reason Super Bowl XLVIII will be special is that it will involve a former West Orange-Stark Mustang football star for the second time, Seattle Seahawks’ three-time AllPro free safety Earl Thomas III. Former Mustang Kevin Smith played on three win-

ning Super Bowl teams with the Dallas Cowboys—52-17 over Buffalo in SB 27, 30-17 over the Bills again in SB 28 and 27-17 over the Pittsburgh Steelers in SB 30.

Thomas, along with five of his Seahawks’ teammates are happy to miss Sunday’s Pro Bowl football game in Honolulu as well as well as five players from the Denver Broncos in order to get ready for Super Bowl XLVIII on Feb. 2.

Other Seahawks All-Pros include cornerback Richard Sherman, strong safety Kam Chancellor, center Max Unger, quarterback Russell Wil-

son and running back Marshawn Lynch.

The Broncos who won’t be playing Sunday in Hawaii include quarterback Peyton Manning, wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, tight end Julius Thomas, offensive guard Louis Vasquez and place-kicker Matt Prater.

Seattle had a much tougher time winning the NFC championship than the Broncos did in the AFC title game. The Seahawks lost a fumble on the very first play of the game deep in their own territory, EARL THOMAS PAGE 3B

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Hometown Hoop Action . . .

The Orangefield Bobcats travelled across the bayou to take on the Bridge City Cardinals on Friday night and came away with a hard fought 48-29 win. The Wiley brothers, Carl and Carmi-

chael, led the way offensively for the Bobcats with 14 and 10 points. All of the Bobcats contributed on the defensive end of the floor with Bridge City on scoring single digits all four quar-

Bret Philpott prepares to pass the ball during high school basketball action in Bridge City.

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Cross-community competitors the Bridge City Cardinals and the Orangefield Bobcats squared off in Dist. 21-3A action this week. Above: Matthew Kress lays up a score for the Bobcats in the 48-29 win in Bridge City. Defending for the Cardinals are Alex Bingham, 55, and Byron Bacon, 35.

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Bridge City’s Kyle Bergeron weaves through Orangefield defenders during hometown basketball action.

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ters. With the win, the Bobcats move into a 3 way tie for the final playoff spot in district after the first half of district. They are now 14-10 on the year and 2-4 in district.

Bridge City’s Byron Bacon looks for an opening while being covered by Orangefield’s Carmichael Wiley.

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The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Earl Thomas heading to Super Bowl but the defense held on and forced the 49ers to kick a field goal.

Early in the second period San Francisco scored a touchdown, putting the Seahawks down 10-0 and quieted down the raucous 12th Man crowd at CenturyLink Field.

“We realized that if we lose, we go home,” Thomas said in the Seahawks’ locker-room post-game interview. “We had to continue to play defense and read our keys like we had practiced all week.”

The halftime score was 10-3 and the Seattle defense knew it must stop the 49ers on their first series after the kickoff, which it did.

Lynch broke loose on a couple of good runs on the Seahawks’ first offensive series, including a 40-yard touchdown gallop that tied the score 10-10, putting them right back into the game.

But on the 49ers next series, lanky wide receiver out-leaped Earl in the end zone on a Colin Kaepernick pass for a touchdown that put San Francisco back in front 17-10, which would be the last points the Seattle defense would allow.

A 40-yard Steven Hauschka field goal narrowed the margin to 17-13 with 3:55 left in the third period, setting up the fantastic finish in the final quarter in which the Seahawks’ defense showed why it’s No. 1 by stripping the football from Kaepernick and recovering it, plus intercepting two of his passes.

And the Seattle offense came to life for a brief moment when Wilson connected with Jermaine Kearse on a 35-yard touchdown pass, putting the Seahawks ahead for the first time 20-17 early in the fourth period. Hauschka add-

ed a 47-yard field goal with 3:37 left, forcing the 49ers to score a touchdown to win.

And Kaepernick almost did that as he drove his team into the red zone in the final two minutes, but his pass intended for former Texas Tech star Michael Crabtree was deflected by Sherman right into the hands of Seahawks’ teammate Malcolm Smith for an interception to save the 23-17 win for Seattle.

“We were very prepared for the two-minute situation and we played our fearless defense to perfection,” Earl said after the game. “We always practice those kinds of situations very seriously during our walk-throughs each day, and it really paid off when it counted the most.”

When asked what he thought about when he realized he would be playing in the Super Bowl Earl replied, “I’ll never forget the confetti dropping down after the win. It was an awesome feeling to be conference champions. It was something we had been working on all season long.

“When you enjoy the journey, the destination will take care of itself,” Thomas added. “Our destination is New York.”

And it will be a homecoming of sorts for Head Coach Pete Carroll who coached the New York Jets at one time.

KWICKIES…The new format being tried for Sunday’s Pro Bowl is that the players for the two teams will be selected in a draft today (Wed.) by alumni team captains Jerry Rice and Deion Sanders. The draft will be televised live on the NFL Network (330 Time Warner) at 7 p.m.

The West Orange-Stark Mustangs edged past Silsbee 72-66 Friday night at the

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Montagne Center in Beaumont to finish the first half of the District 21-3A season with a perfect 6-0 record. The ‘Stangs are 19-7 overall while Silsbee slips to 5-1 in league play and 17-8 overall.

Peyton Manning’s foundation for at-risk youth will receive a $24,800 donation for all the times he shouted “Omaha” during Sunday’s AFC championship game against the New England Patriots. The donations were organized by the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce after Manning’s 31 per snap calls during the Broncos 26-16 victory. Eight Omaha businesses combined to donate $800 to Manning’s Peyback Foundation for every time he yelled the city’s name.

Nearly 100 college football underclassmen have opted to forego their remaining eligibility to enter May’s NFL draft including quarterbacks Johnny Manziel (Texas A&M), Terry Bridgewater (Louisville) and Blake Bortles (Central Florida). Also entering the draft will be LSU wide receiver Odell Beckham, Jr., South Carolina’s defensive end Jadeveon Clowney and McNeese tight end Nic Jacobs.

JUST BETWEEN US…Orange’s renown 72year old distance runner Kenny Ruane had a good showing in Sunday’s Chevron Houston Marathon, winning the Men’s Half-Marathon ages 70-74 with a time of 1:43.50, which was 8 ½ minutes ahead of the second-place finisher. He said his pace was under his goal of eight minutes per mile and he finished ahead of about 94 per cent of those runners in the half-marathon.

Kenny was an invited runner which meant his expenses were paid by the event. “I was really uncertain about my training for the half-mara-

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Other local runners who competed in the 26.2 mile marathon included Vidor’s Michael Defee who finished 37th, Orange’s Brian Clark (135), Joe Melanson (271) and Bridge City’s Daryl Granger (579).

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trout over the past month and a half and I have seen only a handful that had a scar or hole in their jaw that hadn’t healed over.

On the other hand, we have released a large number of redfish that not only had multiple scars on their bottom jaw, but in several instances still had a hook and short length of broken line attached. We also cleaned a 23-inch red two weeks ago that had a Swim Bait, two Gulp jerk baits and a massive wad of small minnows in its stomach.

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History in the Super Bowl

last drive of the game.

Sportsbooks had the San Francisco 49ers as 4.5 point favorites for this game, and the total sat at 47. If you were to bet the moneyline on the Ravens, you would have won on a +145 line.

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A dominant defense kept the high powered San Francisco offense in check for much of the first half, and Baltimore was able to build a 21-6 halftime lead.

When building that 15 point halftime lead, the Baltimore Ravens were having their way with the San Francisco 49ers.

Second year quarterback Colin Kaepernick looked confused and tentative at times while the rest of the 49ers offense was making unusual mistakes such as costly penalties and turning the ball over.

It was because of these mistakes and timid play that the Ravens were able to look so dominant in the first half of Super Bowl XLVII. Second Half:: While the first half was highly entertaining, the second half had all of the action for football fans. On the opening kickoff, Baltimore return man Jacoby Jones returned the kick 108 yards for a touchdown, giving Baltimore a 28-6 lead. With San Francisco already reeling from a poor first half performance, the kick return looked as if it would be the nail in the coffin for the 49ers early in the second half.

However, a bizarre turn of events happened shortly after that kick return touchdown as the Superdome lost power and the game was halted for 34 minutes. During this odd delay, the San Francisco 49ers were able to collect their thoughts and regroup on the sideline. Once power was restored, the 49ers played like a different team and quickly made things interesting with 17 unanswered third quarter points.

An exciting third quarter brought the 49ers to within

Back in 1967, when the Green Bay Packers battled the Kansas Chiefs in Super Bowl I in Los Angeles, no one could ever have expected that TV networks would be able to charge $4-million for a 30-second commercial.

But that is now the case, as CBS will be charging just that when the 47th edition, Super Bowl XLVII, will be played at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, February 3, 2013.

This will be the 10th time five points of the Ravens heading into the fourth quarter.

As the two teams exchanged scores in the fourth, the San Francisco 49ers had the ball in the red zone with a chance to take the lead with time winding down. However, in his last NFL game, Ray Lewis was able to help his defensive unit make a goal line stand when quarterback Colin Kaepernick was unable to connect with wide receiver Michael Crabtree in In a rematch of Super Bowl XLII, in which New York won, 17–14, to spoil New England’s perfect 2007 season, the NFC Champion New York Giants defeated the AFC champs from New England 21-17 to claim Super Bowl XLVI, handing the Patriots their second loss to the Giants in five years.

Eli Manning completed 30 of 40 passes for 296 yards, one touchdown, and didn’t throw a single pick, and of course was named Super Bowl MVP. In addition to winning their fourth Super Bowl in team history, the Giants set a new record for the lowest regular season record (9–7, win percentage of 56.3%) by a Super Bowl champion. The Patriots entered the game with an AFC-best 13–3 regular season record, and were also seeking their fourth Super Bowl win.

In a game full of mistakes for three quarters of play, the final 15 minutes were sheer brilliance as the two Titans of football battled to a crescendo. But as in 2007, it was the New York Giants who once again proved to have the killer instinct with a wonderful come-from-behind victory.

The Giants’ tail back Ahmad Bradshaw finished off an 88-yard drive by scoring on a 6-yard run with just 57 seconds left. New York then had to rely on their defence to hold off New England’s super quarterback Tom Brady in the final seconds.

The final drive began after a critical Wes Welker drop.

that “The Big Easy” has hosted the Super Bowl, by far the most by an individual city. The greater Miami area has also hosted 10 Super Bowls. This will also be the first Super Bowl to be held in New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina in 2005. It will also be the first Super Bowl held in the Superdome since selling the naming rights to Mercedes-Benz and undergoing a major renovation in 2011. And because of this date, once again the famous the end zone on fourth down.

This play was actually quite controversial as it appeared Crabtree was interfered with on the play, which would have given San Francisco a new set of downs from the two yard line, but the referees did not throw a flag on the play and the Baltimore Ravens took over on downs with 1:46 to play.

As far as Super Bowl games go, Super Bowl XLVII be-

Down 17-15 with just under four minutes remaining, Manning started the game winning drive with the ball at his own 12-yard-line.

Turning to his left and rolling out, he found Mario Manningham, New York’s third receiver, streaking down the sideline, throwing him a jump ball. Manningham outdueled two Patriot defenders and pulled down the ball near mid-field. With the quick strike play, the Giants were now able to grind out the clock, pounding the ball into the teeth of the Patriot defence, pushing it down inside the 10-yard line, leading to Bradshaw’s major.

So Brady and Patriots took over on their own 20-yard line with just 57 seconds left, needing a touchdown to win. First Tight End Aaron Hernandez dropped the ball, then Brady was sacked

by Justin Tuck, and after a 16-yard completion, all that was left was a Hail Mary that wasn’t answered.

In winning, the Giants became the first 9-7 team to win a Super Bowl. Meanwhile, the Patriots failed in trying to win a fourth Super Bowl in a 10-year span, which would have tied coach Bill Belichick with Pittsburgh icon Chuck Noll, and tying Brady with

party in New Orleans, Mardi Gras, will have its date moved ahead one week to accommodate the world’s biggest one day bash.

After having the halftime show focus on the older fan by having groups such as the Rolling Stones and the Who perform, CBS plans on trotting out a Mega-star Beyoncé to be the headline act at halftime, which will be very popular with the younger fan.

tween the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers will go down as a classic for a variety of reasons. Two brothers facing each other as head coaches, Ray Lewis’ last NFL game, the power outage and a valiant come back by the San Francisco 49ers only to be stopped on fourth down at the end of the fourth quarter are the main reasons why NFL fans will look back fondly on this Super Bowl. his boyhood hero, Joe Montana.

The Giants staked themselves to a 9–0 lead in the first quarter, then watched as New England scored 17 unanswered points to take a 17–9 halftime lead. But the Giants’ vaunted defense clamped down and prevented the Patriots from scoring again. The Giants’ kicker Lawrence Tynes’s two consecutive field goals cut the lead to 17–15, late in third period. paving the way for the huge fourth quarter climax.

Eli Manning, who completed 30 of 40 passes for 296 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions, was named Super Bowl MVP for the second time in his career.

He became the third quarterback in a row to win the award after Aaron Rodgers in Super Bowl XLV and Drew Brees in Super Bowl XLIV. Held February 5, 2012, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, the game marked the first time that the Super Bowl was played in the state of Indiana. The broadcast of the game on NBC broke the record for the most-watched program in American television history, previously set during the previous year’s Super Bowl. Super Bowl XLVI was watched by an estimated average audience of 111.3 million US viewers. An estimated total audience of 166.8 million, according to Nielsen, meaning that over half of the American population watched at least some of the initial broadcast.

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The Green Bay Packers opened the Super Bowl series by defeating the AFL champion Chiefs behind the passing of Bart Starr, the receiving of Max

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Green Bay broke open the game with three second-half touchdowns, the first of which was set up by Wood’s 50-yard return of an interception.

McGee, filling in for ailing Boyd Dowler after having caught only four passes all season, caught seven from Starr for 138 yards and two touchdowns.

Elijah Pitts ran for two other

scores.

The Chiefs’ 10 points came in the second quarter, the only touchdown on a 7-yard pass from Len Dawson to Curtis McClinton. Starr completed 16 of 23 passes for 250 yards and two touchdowns and was chosen the most valuable player.

The Packers collected $15,000 per man and the Chiefs $7,500the largest single-game shares in the history of team sports.

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Stillwell turns 101, honored by Eagles Penny LeLeux For The Record Wilson Stillwell turns 101 Thursday. His birthday celebration began last week with a party at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2523 located at 802 North 28th Street in Orange. There will be another party at 2 p.m., Sunday in Vidor at the Holiday Inn Express at which the public is invited to come join the celebration.

Born on Jan. 23, 1913 to Joseph Berry Stillwell and Maggie Massey, Stillwell came from Soaper, Okla., but has been in Texas most of his life. “I’ve lived in Arkansas, Louisiana, even Kansas one time. I’ve worked everywhere.”

He has four sons ranging in ages from 51 to 72. He and his wife Clara Hill Stillwell were married 67 years before she passed away in 2007. Mr. Stillwell has lost count of all his grandchildren, but he has some he said he has never seen and has several great-great-greatgrandchildren, which most people never live to see.

“I’ve got some kinfolks in Arkansas that’s my great-great-greats walking around. They’re 3 or 4 years old.”

When asked what he thought was the secret to his longevity, he said,” I don’t know. A fellow on television tells what people ought to do and eat and everything to live a long time and the biggest part of them things I don’t do,” he laughed. “So it don’t work for everybody. I don’t drink and I don’t smoke, now,” he said. “I quit smoking and drinking when I was 85. That’s

been a long time ago. I didn’t drink when I was young either.”

Stillwell said a woman at the party last week said, “I haven’t ever seen a man that good-looking that was 100 years old.”

He told her that told him two things about her. “Your eyesight is bad and you haven’t seen very many 100-year-old men, but I thank you anyway.”

Many Pinehurst dignitaries were on hand to honor Stillwell at the Eagles last week and even the fire department was on hand with a fire truck.

“You should have seen his eyes light up, he was like a little kid when he saw the fire truck,” said Sharon Bodin of the Eagles.

Stillwell has been a member of the Eagles since 1974 and has held all the offices except president and secretary. Currently he holds the office of conductor.

He said when he transferred his membership to the Eagles from Vidor to Pinehurst they wanted him to run for secretary.

“You fellas are making a mistake,” he said.

“I’m semi-illiterate and you just don’t know it’” Like many of his generation, he was not able to finish school. He had to drop out in the 7th grade to go to work to help his family.

He was a carpenter by trade, but came about it just taking care of things around the house when he was a kid. “I was the oldest kid.” If the stairs were broken, he had to fix them. If the screen door didn’t close properly, it fell to him to get it straight. He learned carpentry just keeping his home in working order.

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Wilson Stillwell turns 101 Thursday. This picture was taken last year at age 100.

“I done all of it. I built houses, worked a long time trimming out insides.”

He retired at 65 because the rules for Social Security were about to change and if he continued working he would have gotten a smaller check when he retired further down the road. ”I didn’t want to quit.”

Nowadays, he would have no choice, because he is almost blind with muscular degeneration.

But that doesn’t prevent him from performing his duties as a conductor at the Eagles.

“He has his part memorized,” said Bodin, “and everybody else’s too. If you mess it up, he’s going to let you know and correct you,” she said with a laugh. “He’s something.”

Stillwell lives in Vidor with his oldest son, Roy, in the home he and Clara shared. There is nothing really left on his bucket list. “I’ve never ridden in an airplane. I’ve had my chances, but I didn’t want to.” He said he has been given offers of a ride, but he has turned them all down.

Waterfowl hunters head for the home stretch OUTDOORS WEEKLY CAPT. CHUCK UZZLE For The Record

Just like the old saying “all good things must come to an end” the 2013-2014 waterfowl season is almost over. This weekend will be the final chance for local hunters to get their fix until next season.

For plenty of local hunters it feels like the season already ended as this crazy weather pattern has made staying on the birds a challenge. Hunters who have been willing to put in the scouting time and be flexible are still shooting their birds but they are certainly working for them.

Without a doubt the hunters who are locked in on a freshwater pattern are having the most success. After the last round of thunderstorms and rain the saltwater marshes seemed to just empty out as the birds headed for the prairies and other areas that were holding fresh water.

One of the best bets has been along river bottoms where water levels took a much needed jump after the rains. The freshly flooded areas have been magnets for good concentrations of mallards, gadwall and of course wood ducks.

Finding an area that’s holding these concentrations is like finding a gold mine and it certainly takes some effort so don’t think it will be easy.

Use all the resources available like satellite photos, other maps, and good old fashioned burning gas and covering ground.

Closer to home it almost seems like September as the numbers of teal in the area have helped fill straps for many hunters. Throughout the sea-

son there have been waves of teal come into the area for a few days and then seemingly over night vanish. This last big influx of green winged teal that showed up has almost taken up residence they’ve been here so long. With the major cold conditions in the immediate forecast the teal may not hang around for much longer but hopefully they stay until the season ends.

With the final few days staring hunters squarely in the eye now may be the time to make that hunt or try something different you have been putting off all season. Put standard decoy spreads and techniques aside and try something new like using fewer decoys.

A simple spread of just a few decoys often will produce some amazing results, especially during the last weeks of the season when the birds get extremely skittish. Going easy on the calling also helps out as well. Limit yourself to soft calls or whistles and leave the aggressive hail calls alone. Also think about not even calling at all when birds are headed towards your decoy spread, if they want in there leave them alone, no extra calling necessary. If the ducks pass you by then give them a call, that’s a much more natural presentation.

As we count down the days until the season officially ends it’s hard to believe how fast it’s gone by. Every year is remembered for something and this one will certainly be no different. Hopefully the final days of the regular will help us to remember that this season was a good one. Take advantage of the final week because it will seem like a lifetime until teal season rolls back around.

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Tractor dealership is standing in high cotton

W.C. and Mary Kay Cole of Buna were the first people in North America to purchase a Mahindra tractor 20 years ago. They also purchased two other tractors from the dealership over the years.

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David Ball For The Record It’s a rare and special thing to be named number one in a company with a worldwide presence.

Particularly if your dealership is in small-town Buna, Texas.

Texas Tractor Company leads the company in tractor

sales, is the number one parts dealer for Mahindra. They’ve also won the excellence award six times, the Outstanding Sales Performance award and was named a red carpet dealership, according to Manager George Holder.

Holder, in fact, personally

won a trip to India where the company began. There is also a full-line NAPA auto parts Care Care Center on the lot that opened on January 3.

Texas Tractor Company is owned by David Self who also owns David Self Ford in Orange and the Tractor Store in Winnie.

Holder has been selling Ma-

Orange County recognizes local School Boards and Superintendents Staff Report For The Record

Orangefield ISD -On front row from the left are Dr. Ronald Risinger -V P, Dr. Stephen Patterson- Supt., Jesse Fremont and Brad Frye -Treas. On the back row are Wanda Woods, Donovan Weldon -Sec., Jack Smith and Van “Bo” Henley -Pres.

Texas public schools are celebrating School Board Appreciation Month, which is celebrated annually in January.

The County Commissioners Court presented a proclamation on January 13 recognizing the local School Boards and Districts in Orange County and will be recognizing their Board’s at meetings throughout the month.

This year’s theme for Board Appreciation is “Hearts and Hands for Kids,” referencing the many hours of volunteer service donated on behalf of the students of Texas by Board members.

Photographs of the board of trustees, plus the superintendent of each District, capture what the Texas Association of SchoolBoards refer to as the “Team of Eight.”

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George Holder, manager of Texas Tractor Company in Buna, owned by David Self, stands in front of a Mahindra tractor in their showroom. The dealership has won numerous awards including the Outstanding Sales Performance award.

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hindras for more than 20 years. He believes Mahindras are popular with customers because of the five year warranty.

“You get more value for your money,” he said. “We’re the number one selling tractor in the world and number three in the U.S.” Mahindra was founded in 1945 as a steel trading company, according to their website.

They entered automotive manufacturing in 1947 to bring the Willys Jeep onto Indian roads.

Over the years, they’ve diversified into many new busi-

nesses in order to better meet the needs of their customers.

Their business model principle has led growth into a U.S. $16.7 billion multinational group with more than 180,000 employees in over 100 countries across the globe.

Today, their operations span 18 key industries that form the foundation of every modern economy: aeropspace, aftermarket, agribusiness, automotive, components, construction equipment, consulting services, defense, energy, farm equipment, finance, industrial equipment, information technology, leisure and hospitality,

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The dealership has another claim to fame.

Buna residents W.C. and Mary Kay Cole were the first to buy a Mahindra tractor in North America more than 20 years ago.

Consequently, the company honored the couple and the David Self sales staff at the biannual conference in Nashville, Tenn.

That tractor the Coles bought 20 years ago is still running. Since then, they have returned to the dealership and purchased two more tractors.

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2212 LINK ST. ORANGE, 3-2-2 Completely Remodeled, Approx 2000 Sq. Ft. Large Fenced Yard, Excellent Neighborhood, Family Room, Den, Large Dining Room, Ceramic Tile Baths And Kitchen, Central Air. References, Deposit, $950.Mo. 409 886-3410 (1/22) BRIDGE CITY 3/2/2, CA/H, fenced back yard, outside pets only, 165 Lexon, $1,100 monthly + $750 dep., minimum 1 year lease, (409) 735-7163. (tfn JD) 4/2 IN BRIDGE CITY. $800 mo. Refrences required 474-9127 (KG tfn) M.H. RENTALS 3/1 & 3/2 IN OFISD, 1 BLOCK FROM SCHOOLS, Large Lot, W./D Hookups, No Pets, $550 And $400 Monthly + Dep., (409) 7208699. (3/5/14) BC AREA, as little as $30 daily for rooms, m.H.’S by day or week, starting at $30 a day or weekly, 735-8801 or 734-7771. (Cctfn) 2 MOBILE HOMES: 2/1 $400 monthly + dep.; 1/1 $380 monthly + dep., (409) 735-9364. (1/22) HOME SALES 3/2/2, 2404 POST OAK LANE, LCMISD, Nice brick orange home on corner lot garden room overlooking back yard, family room (17’x19’), 2 walk-ins in master bdrm. , Shower and jetted tub in master bath, open concept kitchen and breakfast room, fireplace, new tile / laminated and carpeted floors, fenced back yard, (reduced to $190,000) for more info call edee @ (409) 670-9272 or 330-4470.

Home RepaiR Inside or Outside, Painting, Plumbing, Electric & Carpentry 25 years Experience Call Jimmy Harmon

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NEW HOME IN BRIDGE CITY! 3/2/2 in Meadow Brook subdivision, 1417 Elizabeth Stone Dr., CA/H, Granite counter tops and walk-in pantry, Lg walk-in closet in Master, Much more to see! Elevation above 10’ (min. flood ins.) 1,640 sq ft of living area, $179,900, (409) 474-0605. (1/22) LAND QUAIL TRAILS 3 LCM Schools.

2.7 ac. REPO. MSUD water and sewer installed. Mobiles and horses OK. Owner Financing available.

COUNTRYLAND PROPERTIES LLC. 409745-1115 (2/11/14) 10 ACRE TRACT ON PRIVATE ROAD off FM 105 with seller financing available.

MOBILES OK. Orangefield Schools. Livestock welcome. COUNTRYLAND PROPERTIES LLC. 409-745-1115. (2/11/14) NEW DEVELOPMENT – Twin Lakes Estates - Now Preselling Lots! Orangefield ISD. Concrete streets, public water and sewer, natural gas, private lake access, restricted homesites. Call today to reserve your lot!

Countryland Properties, LLC (409) 745-1115. (2/11/14) APPLIANCES USED APPLIANCES, starting at $99.95 & Up, Har-

ry’s appliances, 302 10th. St. (10Th. & Main), orange, we buy used appliances, 8864111.

20 GAS DRYERS! $100 & Up, all work! Call Harry at (409) 886-4111.

GAS DRYER, $100; ELECTRIC DRYER, $100; Washing Machine, $100, (409) 735-7163. (JD tfn) KENMORE WASHER/ DRYER, almost new $300.

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SERVICES HOUSEKEEPING- residential, commercial. Excellent references. 409-7348096 (02/19) DEMOLITION and New Construction Site clean-up, also commercial and residential. Call Troy! cell # 409392-9162. (1/22) MISCELLANEOUS JUGG’S PITCHING MACHINE, like new, auto feeder, throws 30 - 90 Mph, fast & curve balls etc., Paid $2,500, used very little, will sell for $1,000 for all, perfect cond., Great buy! Can be seen at the penny record office in bridge city! (409) 474-2855.

DINING TABLE W/ 4 CHAIRS, $350; headboard, paid $1,000 will take $450; entertainment center, $250; dyson vacuum, still in warranty; call to see at (409)

• Penny Record Office: 333 West Roundbunch, Bridge City • County Record Office: 320 Henrietta, Orange Note: Offices Closed On Wednesday 670-9272 or 330-4470.

PETS I’VE GOT PUPPIES; they’re eating me out of house and home! Beautiful black and white, will grow to 40-60 lbs. They need good homes! Call Jonnie at (409) 988-9472.

is accepting volunteer applications at this time. You can apply by calling 1-877-5866548 [toll free] or going online to www.Advocates-4-children-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!

PSA AL-ANON meets 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 962-0480.

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) 8326530.

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ESTATE SALE! 2212 Link at West Park in Orange Friday Jan 17 - Sunday Jan 19 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Thomasville oak formal dining set, vintage oak chest of drawers & vanity w/mirror, stool, chair, nightstand; small oak breakfast table, recliner, chairs, tables, large upright freezer, washer/dryer, household items, dishes and much more!

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

DATED the 15th day of January, 2014

Notice is hereby given Notice is hereby given that original Letters of that original Letters of Testamentary for the Testamentary for the Estate Estate of LINDA GAYLE of GEORGE RAGSDALE, Notice is hereby given that SEVERNS, Deceased, Deceased, were issued on original Letters Testamentary Enlarged for proofing.

Enlarged for proofing. were issued on the January the January 15, 2014, in for the Estate of TiMoTHy 4.5" in Cause No. Actual size: 1 col. x 4.5" 7, x 2014, Cause No. Actual P-16732,size: pend- 1 col.

J. bRocK, Deceased, P-16720, pending in the ing in the County Court were issued on January 15, County at Law County, To be published in Court at Law of 2014, in CauseTo No.be P16730, published in of Orange Orange County, Texas, to: Texas, to: EMILY pending in The the County CourtNewspapers The FRANCES Record Newspapers Record KATHY FLANNIGAN. PITTS RAGSDALE. at Law of Orange County, 02/17/10 All persons having claims 02/17/10 All persons having claims Texas, to: sheila J. brock. against this Estate which against this Estate which is currently being adminisAll persons having claims is currently being adminis-fAx PlEAsE ANy PlEAsE fAx ANy tered are required to presagainst this Estate which is tered are required to present them coRREcTioNs byto the undersigned currently being administered ent them undersigned coRREcTioNs byto the within the time and in the are required to present them within the time5and in the P.M. MoNDAy 5 P.M. MoNDAy manner prescribed by law. to the undersigned within the manner prescribed by law. time and in the manner preto 735-7346 to 735-7346 Jerry V. Pennington scribed by law.

Jerry V. Pennington Thanks,c/o Thanks,c/o Attorney at Law Attorney at Law c/o THE lAW officE DebbieP.O. Box 2010 of ToMMy GUNN DebbieP.O. Box 2010 Orange, Texas 77631-2010 Orange, Texas 77631-2010 Attorney at law 202 s. border street DATED the 16th day of orange, Texas 77630 fAx DATED the 16th day of fAx January, 2014 January, 2014 # 735-7346 # of735-7346 DATED the 15th day January, 2014

Tommy Gunn

Tommy Gunn

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of GERTRUDE blAiR, Deceased, were issued on January 15, 2014, in Cause No. P16731, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: carol Nance.

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 THE lAW officE of ToMMy GUNN Attorney at law 202 s. border street orange, Texas 77630

TOMMY GUNN

State Bar No.: 08623700 Attorney for Carol Nance 202 S. Border Street Orange, Texas 77630 Telephone: (409) 882-9990 Facsimile: (409) 882-0613

Jerry V. Pennington

Jerry V. Pennington

Attorney for EMILY FRANCES PITTS RAGSDALE State Bar No.: 15759000 110 N. 7th Street P.O. Box 2010 ORANGE, TEXAS 77631-2010 Telephone: (409) 886-0575 Facsimile: (409) 886-1353

Attorney for KATHY FLANNIGAN State Bar No.: 15759000 110 N. 7th Street P.O. Box 2010 ORANGE, TEXAS 77631-2010 Telephone: (409) 886-0575 Facsimile: (409) 886-1353

Jerry V. Pennington

TOMMY GUNN State Bar No.: 08623700 Attorney for Sheila Brock 202 S. Border Street Orange, Texas 77630 Telephone: (409) 882-9990 Facsimile: (409) 882-0613

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GARAGE SALES FRI. 3474 BRENT DR. KINARD ESTATES LC 7-4 Fundraiser for Retreat. Link Sale and lots of items. Large women’s clothes, mens cloths what nots, shoes, purses and more.

SAT. 710 JACOB CIRCLE IN BRIDGE CITY (Orange address) 7:30-noon. Multiple families. Toys, kids and adult clothing and misc. items.

SAT. 6700 FM 105 8 a.m. til 2 p.m. Family Garage Sale clothes, tools, baby things, furniture.

LONESTAR EMPORIUM 2115 W. Roundbunch Rd., BC, will be closed temporarily due to health problems. Sorry for the inconvience.

FRI. AND SAT. MOVING SALE! 7192 lay lane, Mauriceville, held inside 7 till ? Boy’s clothes of all sizes, scrubs, coats, computer desk, bed frame, lots of Christmas items, ALL MUST GO! FRI. AND SAT., 3274 LITTLE CYPRESS DR., ORG. (little Cypress area), Church wide sale at Little Cypress Baptist Church, every garage sale item you can think of! 8 till 2.

SAT., 171 RIDGEOOD ST., BC, off Roundbunch rd., BC, 8 till 1. All age clothes and shoes, dresses, baby items, toys, dishes, bedding, printer, TV’s, Lots More!

THEME: Winter Olympics - Last Weeks Answers

ACROSS 1. Abstains from food 6. Female sib 9. Like Homer Simpson’s head 13. Freeze 14. Notable time 15. Andrea Bocelli, e.g.

16. Third rock from the sun 17. “I thee ___” 18. Loosen laces, e.g.

19. *Number of participating Olympic sports 21. *Kerrigan’s nemesis 23. Nest egg

24. Poacher’s trophy 25. A small amount of liquid 28. Shining armor 30. Ultra bookworm 35. Viewer’s appreciation 37. Riyadh native 39. Yokel’s holler 40. Kournikova or Karenina 41. Nostrils 43. German mister 44. From center to perimeter of circle, pl.

46. Ricci of fashion 47. Nonclerical 48. *First Winter Olympics host 50. Solid part of wall 52. Code word 53. Mosque V.I.P. 55. Party bowlful 57. *Olympic athlete of yesteryear 61. *It happened on ice, 1980

HUGE SAT. SALE! 1019 ARTHUR, BC, off Haw 408, 8 till ? Washer and dryer, name brand adult and kid’s clothes, kitchen items, linens, X-Box350 games, movies, Pearl Drum set.

We always have good stuff!

65. Computer woe 66. Cowboy’s heel prod 68. Trial and _____ 69. Unable to move 70. Funerary vase 71. More then one crocus 72. *Gold winning ice dancers, Torvill and ____ 73. Pilot’s announcement, acr.

74. Exemplary DOWN 1. Medieval domain 2. Popular smoothie berry 3. #1 Down laborer 4. Little Richard’s “_____ Frutti” 5. Orb shape 6. Fastened stitches 7. Rage 8. Ascetic holy Hindu 9. Form a curve

10. Opposed to 11. Tender cut 12. Small amount of residue 15. *Eurasian winner of 88 medals but no winter ones 20. *Only Olympian to win Gold in summer and winter 22. Nile viper 24. Government system in prerevolutionary Russia 25. *Keeps neck warm in Sochi?

26. Of an arm bone 27. Chinese bear 29. Persia 31. “Matilda” author 32. Beforehand 33. Waterwheel 34. *Relayed flame 36. Sacrifice for gain 38. Out of shape

42. Saudi Arabia native 45. Most frozen 49. Down Under runner 51. Do like Tarantino 54. Lock horns 56. Avoid an attack 57. Zealous 58. Collier’s office 59. A particular region 60. *Speed skaters often touch the ice making one 61. Madonna’s 2012 release 62. Field yield 63. Centers of activity 64. *American speed skating great 67. You know it when you see it?

Zebra Mussels Confirmed in Lake Lavon Tree Planting Slated for San Jacinto Battleground Prairie ATHENS—Zebra mussels have now been confirmed by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Lake Lavon.

The presence of live zebra mussels or veligers, their larvae, has now been confirmed in six Texas water bodies: Lakes Texoma, Ray Roberts, Lewisville, Bridgeport, Belton, and Lavon.

A team of USGS scientists led by Dr. Christopher Churchill has been monitoring North Texas reservoirs and rivers for the presence of juvenile and adult zebra mussels as well as for the presence of zebra mussel DNA. Lake Lavon’s water samples recently tested positive for zebra mussel DNA and a veliger was also positively identified.

The USGS tests also detected zebra mussel DNA in lakes Grapevine, Fork and Tawakoni.

This is the first detection of zebra mussel DNA in lakes Fork and Tawakoni. However, three consecutive surveys have detected zebra mussel DNA in Lake Grapevine making it highly suspect.

Dr. Robert McMahon, Professor Emeritus of Biology at the University of Texas at Arlington, says that while this news is of concern, he suspects that Lake Fork cannot sustain a zebra mussel population because of low levels of calcium, which the mussels use to construct their shells. He believes that Lake Tawakoni is likely more susceptible.

The finding of zebra mussel DNA in a lake does not necessarily mean that it is infested, but it may indicate that boaters are inadvertently moving zebra mussels or zebra mussel DNA from lake to lake. The USGS sample from Lake Fork was collected near the FM 17 boat ramp and the samples from Lake Tawakoni were collected near Lake Tawakoni State Park and South Shore Marina. The USGS will conduct a follow-up lake survey at Lake Lavon later this month and will resume routine sampling this spring at all areas that are currently monitored, which include lakes Texoma, Lavon, Ray

Roberts, Ray Hubbard, Lewisville, Grapevine, Fork, Tawakoni and Palestine. The USGS also monitors several riverine areas including Sister Grove Creek, Elm Fork of the Trinity River, and Denton Creek.

Zebra mussels were first discovered on boats being transported from out of state to Lake Texoma in 2006. In 2009, Lake Texoma became the first lake in Texas to become infested.

Zebra mussels can quickly cover boats and motors left in infested waters, clog public-water intake pipes and water-cooling systems, negatively impact aquatic ecosystems and can make water recreation hazardous because of their razor-sharp shells.

Boats are believed to be one of the main ways that zebra mussels move from one lake to another. The only way for boaters to ensure they’re not transporting zebra mussels is to always clean, drain and completely dry boats, trailers and gear after leaving a water body.

Under the current rules in the 17 counties, live fish cannot be transported in water that comes from the water body where they were caught and personally caught live bait can be used only in the water body where it was caught.

TPWD and a coalition of partners are working to slow the spread of zebra mussels by reminding boaters to Clean, Drain and Dry their vessels before traveling from one lake to another. The partners in this effort include: North Texas Municipal Water District, Tarrant Regional Water District, City of Dallas Water Utilities Department, Trinity River Authority, San Jacinto River Authority, Sabine River Authority, Brazos River Authority, City of Waco, Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority, Lower Colorado River Authority, Upper Trinity Regional Water District, Canadian River Municipal Water Authority, City of Grapevine, City of Houston, and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.

LAPORTE – Volunteers from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Shell Oil Co. and Apache Corporation on Feb. 6-7 will be planting almost 300 trees at San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site as part of an ongoing prairie restoration project.

Live oaks, shumard oaks, cedar elms and loblolly pines will be among 280 trees planted on part of the 110-acre of tall-grass prairie being restored to its 1836 look to help visitors visualize the battleground as it would have appeared during the Battle of San Jacinto, which secured Texas’ freedom from Mexico.

The trees will be planted in a 100-yard wide strip within a four-acre area to serve as a visual buffer between the battlefield and neighboring petroleum industry facilities. A similar number of trees will be planted next year to complete a planned seven-acre buffer. Funding for the trees came from Apache Corporation.

The tall prairie grasses and trees were criti-

cal to the outcome of the battle, allowing the greatly outnumbered Texans to go undetected in a surprise attack on Gen. Santa Anna’s encamped Mexican force. While portions of the battleground retain the same tall grasses that helped hide Gen. Sam Houston’s Texan troops as they approached on April 21, 1836, the planting area had grown over with Chinese tallow trees and other invasive species.

The new trees will replace the invasive species cleared last fall from portions of the battlefield that was seeded with native grasses and flowers. The restored tall-grass prairie serves as habitat for such prairie-dependent wildlife as marsh hawks and meadow larks, which are often seen by visitors.

The San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site is a National Historic Landmark and the location of the culminating military event of the Texas Revolution. There is no entry fee for the site and it is open daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Bridge City ISD -Front row left to right are Kirk Ellender, Dr. Jay Kilgo -Supt. and Mike Johnson -VP, Rebecca Rutledge and Jerry McInnis -Sec. On the back row left to right are Thad Hill -Pres. and Mark Anderson. Not pictured -Lon Hubbard -Asst.Sec.

Little Cypress- Mauriceville CISD -Seated from left are Don Anderson, Jason Woods and Rex Peveto- VP. Standing from left are Randy McIlwain, Marlene Courmier, Dr. Pauline Hargrove- Supt., Tammy Rountree -Sec. and David Jones -Pres.

West Orange Cove CISD- On the front row from left are Eric Mitchell -Sec., Tony Dallas -VP and Andrew Hayes. On the back row from left are Hardy O’Neal, Pete Amy-Pres., James Colbert -Supt., and Bryan “Chop” Thomas Muhammad. Not pictured - Mary Ann Kirksey.

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