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Severe weather threat shared for Thursday night into Friday morning
Severe weather is possible Thursday night into Friday morning as a cold front moves through the region, according to weather watchers. The National Weather Service in Lake Charles, La., said damaging wind is the highest threat, but large hail and tornadoes are also possible. In addition to this, there is a risk of flash flooding. […] The post Severe weather threat shared for Thursday night into Friday morning appeared first on Orange Leader.
Firehouse Subs celebrating $22K in lifesaving equipment donation for Orange County
BRIDGE CITY — Bridge City and Orange County ESD #2 is now equipped with new lifesaving equipment, thanks to more than $22,000.00 from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, authorities shared. To celebrate the grant recipient, Orange County ESD #2 and local Firehouse Subs franchisee Chris Arnaud are hosting an event Monday to recognize the grant. Orange County ESD #2 received an AutoPulse External Defibrillator, valued […] The post Firehouse Subs celebrating $22K in lifesaving equipment donation for Orange County appeared first on Orange Leader.
Local wildlife journalist launches Gulf Great White Sharks blog
Chester Moore, a wildlife journalist and conservationist, announced the launch of a new blog and website dedicated to great white sharks in the Gulf of Mexico. The blog, “Gulf Great White Sharks,” aims to provide a comprehensive platform for the latest news, reports, and research on great white sharks in the Gulf region. For more […] The post Local wildlife journalist launches Gulf Great White Sharks blog appeared first on Orange Leader.
HEALTHY LIVING — 6 tips for safe summer fun in the water
Summer is upon us and here in southeast Texas, we are fortunate to be surrounded by water. Lakes, ponds, rivers, bayous, beaches and of course, pools. When the weather turns warm, everyone wants to be in or around the water. Hanging out at the pool or the beach on a hot day is a great […] The post HEALTHY LIVING — 6 tips for safe summer fun in the water appeared first on Orange Leader.
Veterans Memorial Bridge lane closure announced for Wednesday
BRIDGE CITY — Motorists leaving Port Arthur and returning to Orange County need to expect delays Wednesday on Veterans Memorial Bridge. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the left lane of the Veterans Memorial Bridge is closing Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contractors are working on bridge repairs. Please drive cautiously in […] The post Veterans Memorial Bridge lane closure announced for Wednesday appeared first on Orange Leader.
National Weather Service outlines concerns for damaging winds and hail
Severe weather is possible Thursday evening into Friday morning as a cold front moves through the region. According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, La., damaging winds and hail are going to be the highest threats concerning severe weather. In addition, there is a risk of flash flooding. A cold front will move […] The post National Weather Service outlines concerns for damaging winds and hail appeared first on Orange Leader.
Stark Reading Contest scholarship winners celebrated
The Board of Directors and administrative staff of the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation wish to congratulate the winners of the 2024 County Finals of the 120th Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation. On April 28, students who previously won first place at the various local level competitions held at each […] The post Stark Reading Contest scholarship winners celebrated appeared first on Orange Leader.
Senior Citizen Rally Day “Great Gatsby” planned for Orange County; see the details
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Orange County and Committee on Aging are inviting all senior citizens to join them May 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 55th Annual Senior Rally Day. The event will be held at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. There is going to be […] The post Senior Citizen Rally Day “Great Gatsby” planned for Orange County; see the details appeared first on Orange Leader.
PHOTO FEATURE — Bailey LeBoeuf signs on for college cheer commitment
Orangefield High School senior Bailey LeBoeuf signed on to cheer for the Lamar University Cardinals. She has been a cheerleader for Orangefield all four years of high school and is excited to continue to cheer at the next level. The post PHOTO FEATURE — Bailey LeBoeuf signs on for college cheer commitment appeared first on Orange Leader.
Rotary celebrates academic star Catalina Lawley
ORANGEFIELD — The Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club awarded Catalina Lawley as their May Student of the Month for Orangefield. Lawley has a GPA of 3.44 and ranks 51 out of 124 students. She plans to attend Stephen F Austin University to pursue degrees in theater arts and psychology. The post Rotary celebrates academic star Catalina Lawley appeared first on Orange Leader.
TEXAS CERTIFIED EXPERT GARDENER — Enjoy magnificent tubers by growing sweet potatoes
We have experienced torrential rainfall the past few days with some SETX areas receiving more than 20-inches of rain. Spring weather and climate patterns constantly change, this unpredictability means our living environment can quickly become precarious. Gardening in areas, which have extreme weather, i.e. droughts, floods, or that have extraordinary seasonal temperature fluctuations is challenging […] The post TEXAS CERTIFIED EXPERT GARDENER — Enjoy magnificent tubers by growing sweet potatoes appeared first on Orange Leader.
Bridge City senior’s future takes flight with a touch of track
The Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club awarded Camden Kelly their May Student of the Month honor for Bridge City High School. Kelly plans to attend Stephen F. Austin University and pursue a degree in aviation science to become a pilot. He will also be throwing the discus and javelin as part of the track team. The post Bridge City senior’s future takes flight with a touch of track appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange County home suffers total loss following fire
VIDOR — A manufactured home is a total loss following a recent fire in Vidor, authorities said. Orange County Emergency Services District No. 1 Fire Chief Robert L. Smith said firefighters were called at approximately 6:17 a.m. April 30 to a structure fire in the 100 block of Texla Road. When authorities arrived, they found […] The post Orange County home suffers total loss following fire appeared first on Orange Leader.
FM 1006 to close at Union Pacific crossings; plus more this week from TxDOT
Beginning Tuesday morning through Saturday (May 11), FM 1006 will be closed at the Union Pacific crossings near DOW Chemical. Traffic on the east side (DOW Chemical side) of closure traveling west will need to access FM 1006 and follow the detour to BUS-90. Once on BUS-90 traffic will follow the detour to SH87. Traffic […] The post FM 1006 to close at Union Pacific crossings; plus more this week from TxDOT appeared first on Orange Leader.
Ed Peveto Crawfish Boil benefits local students; see how to participate
ORANGEFIELD — The Ed Peveto Scholarship Fundraiser is planned this month in Orangefield. The 32nd annual Ed Peveto Crawfish Boil benefits Orangefield student athletes and begind at 1 p.m. May 25 at the Jewell Cormier Community Center on Highway 1442 in Orangefield. The scholarship fundraiser is named in memory of Peveto, a long time athletic […] The post Ed Peveto Crawfish Boil benefits local students; see how to participate appeared first on Orange Leader.
SEE THE PHOTOS — Speed boats heat up the Sabine in Orange
Plenty of local fans and out-of-town visitors soaked up the fun as the Rock the River and Deep South Racing Association Boat Races returned to Orange last weekend. Three days of competition, music and attractions were planned, with all the festivities coming to an end on Sunday. Explore Orange and Deep South hosted Rock the […] The post SEE THE PHOTOS — Speed boats heat up the Sabine in Orange appeared first on Orange Leader.
Steward Health Care announces bankruptcy, shares planned Southeast Texas impacts and beyond
PORT ARTHUR — Steward Health Care, which operates The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur, announced Monday it is filing of voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. Steward is the largest physician-led hospital operator in the United […] The post Steward Health Care announces bankruptcy, shares planned Southeast Texas impacts and beyond appeared first on Orange Leader.
SEE THE PHOTOS — Depot Day celebrates 10 years of reclaimed community importance
Despite some rainy weather, the Depot Day annual fundraiser was held Saturday at the Orange Train Depot Museum grounds on Green Avenue. It was January 2014 when the Friends of the Orange Depot was founded with plans to renovate the historic Southern Pacific Depot for the community. Last weekend’s event helped celebrate everything that has […] The post SEE THE PHOTOS — Depot Day celebrates 10 years of reclaimed community importance appeared first on Orange Leader.
CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Celery, garlic, ginger and more come from potting fun
I’ve been saving and potting onion bottoms for years, and snip off some lovely fresh greenery from a patio pot. This year I branched out after finding a broccoli stem in the compost had offered up some green leaves. I’ve had fun watching celery, garlic and ginger come up from pots and I’ve enjoyed a […] The post CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Celery, garlic, ginger and more come from potting fun appeared first on Orange Leader.
Average gas prices in Texas rise 7.3 cents in last week; analyst talks about what comes next
Motorists have seen the national average fade slightly again as oil prices have cooled and spring peak appears to be more confidently behind the county. According to Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, while refinery utilization rates last week indicated there is some refinery maintenance work to be done, oil prices have […] The post Average gas prices in Texas rise 7.3 cents in last week; analyst talks about what comes next appeared first on Orange Leader.
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