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Bridge City officially became city on July 7, 1970
On July 7 ,fifty-four years ago, Orange County's newest city was born as residents in the community of Bridge City voted to formally incorporate. It was a long journey from a community that started out with pioneer settlers in the 1800s moving to the county and making a settlement they first called Prairie View because it was in the coastal prairie of the Gulf of Mexico.
Live report and team coverage of large crack that shuts down portion of Interstate 10 West
Beaumont — Interstate 10 West near Washington Boulevard is closed and contractors are working on emergency repairs after a significant crack developed Monday morning, according to TxDOT. Traffic will not be able to go under the Washington overpass. All traffic on Washington will be diverted either North or South...
City of Port Arthur looks to extend Jimmy Johnson Boulevard
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — The city of Port Arthur is considering extending Jimmy Johnson Boulevard to FM 365 all the way FM 365. Back on June 25, city council members decided to table a vote on a contract with Soutex Surveyors and Engineers of Port Arthur to provide drawings and specifications for the extension of Jimmy Johnson Boulevard.
Bridge City superintendent earns regional honor, heads to state competition
Bridge City Superintendent Mike Kelly has been named Region 5 Superintendent of the Year by the Texas Association of School Boards. Now, Kelly advances to the next phase of competition and is eligible for selection as a state-level finalist. A TASB committee will interview the 20 regional winners and narrow the selection down to five […] The post Bridge City superintendent earns regional honor, heads to state competition appeared first on Orange Leader.
Traffic alerts: Monday, July 1
The Texas Department of Transportation issued two traffic alerts for our area on Monday: JEFFERSON COUNTY – The right lane of SH 73 westbound from US 69 to 9th Avenue will be closed starting Monday, July 1 through Wednesday, July 3. Contractors will be working in the area beginning at 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Expect delays. […] The post Traffic alerts: Monday, July 1 appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Emmett Hollier to run for Mayor of Nederland in May, 2025 election
NEDERLAND — Community leader Emmett Hollier is announcing plans to run for Mayor of Nederland in the May, 2025 election. Hollier is hosting a news conference this afternoon at Veterans Park to make the official announcement. “The time has come for me to continue to serve my community and...
Sarah Street Wellness Center files lawsuit to block construction of detention basin in Beaumont's south end
BEAUMONT, Texas — A community health clinic in the south end of Beaumont is filing a lawsuit to block the construction of a detention basin near the clinic's property. Officials with the Sarah Street Wellness Center announced the lawsuit during a Tuesday morning news conference. The center offers healthcare, event space and a basketball gym that is available to the community.
City of Beaumont looking to pass vacant building ordinance
BEAUMONT, Texas — While many cities have a vacant building registry, Beaumont is not among them. However, the city is now wants to change that by passing an ordinance that would create additional oversight, and move the city closer to its "Beaumont Vision 2035 Plan". "In light of the...
Letter to The Editor: Celebrating community commitment this Fourth of July
As the Postmaster of Orange, I am writing to express the unwavering commitment of our postal staff to serving our wonderful community. With the Fourth of July approaching, a time when we celebrate our nation’s independence and the freedoms we cherish, it is also a fitting moment to reflect on the values that bind us together. The […] The post Letter to The Editor: Celebrating community commitment this Fourth of July appeared first on Orange Leader.
Boil water notice issued for parts of Mauriceville
The Mauriceville Municipal Utility District is issuing a boil water notice for parts of Mauriceville. The notice applies to customers from Morris Road through FM 1130 East and South towards FM 1078. The Utility District issued the notice Monday afternoon due to a leak on a six-inch water main on Morris Road. The Texas Commission […] The post Boil water notice issued for parts of Mauriceville appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange Public Library Hosts Movie Event
Join the Orange Public Library on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, for a Double Feature Movie Event!. Showings for “Migration” will be at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm. Venture out on a dream vacation with the Mallards! The family of ducks reluctantly decides to migrate from New England to Jamaica and must navigate their way through New York City, expanding their horizons and making new friends along the way!
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