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Barking dog leads to discovery of overturned Jeep, deceased man
MAURICEVILLE — The cause of death of a man who was found in an overturned vehicle in Orange County is pending autopsy results. The rollover crash was discovered Monday by a resident in the 1500 block of Texla Road in Mauriceville after the person kept hearing a constantly barking dog. A deceased man was in […] The post Barking dog leads to discovery of overturned Jeep, deceased man appeared first on Orange Leader.
East Roundbunch swing bridge closure moved this week
The office of John H. Gothia, Orange County judge, announced a bridge closing for this week. Orange County Road and Bridge is reporting the East Roundbunch swing bridge is closing to vehicular traffic Tuesday (April 30). The closure is approximately from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to repair damage to the guardrail. Originally scheduled for […] The post East Roundbunch swing bridge closure moved this week appeared first on Orange Leader.
“Seasonal rise in gas prices appears to be over.” See where prices are headed.
With more confidence every day, it appears the spring top is in: average gas prices have started to cool off in many areas. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, said for now, few Americans need to worry that gas prices are going to skyrocket; the risk appears to be behind motorists, with […] The post “Seasonal rise in gas prices appears to be over.” See where prices are headed. appeared first on Orange Leader.
Heavy rainfall, some severe storms expected Sunday and Monday
Conditions continue to look increasingly favorable, according to the National Weather Service, for heavy rainfall, as well as possibly some severe storms, Sunday into Monday. In the meantime, strong and gusty southerly winds continue to pose hazardous conditions, as well as an increased risk for coastal flooding into Sunday. A strong pressure gradient will result […] The post Heavy rainfall, some severe storms expected Sunday and Monday appeared first on Orange Leader.
Go inside with Community Christian School’s first ever Texas track title
The Community Christian School track team competed in many public school meets this season. In fact, the student athletes had a meet almost every week in preparation for the state meet in Houston on April 20. The hard work paid off, as — for the first time in school history — Community Christian School won […] The post Go inside with Community Christian School’s first ever Texas track title appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange County man on parole for theft arrested in another suspected theft
A 47-year-old Vidor man with a lengthy criminal history was indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury this week for breaking into a truck and stealing clothes. A man told police he parked his truck at Comfort Suites on March 18 while staying at the hotel. When he returned to his vehicle the next day […] The post Orange County man on parole for theft arrested in another suspected theft appeared first on Orange Leader.
TEXAS CERTIFIED EXPERT GARDENER — Try these houseplant trends for 2024
This past weekend was pleasant, though a bit muggy at the beginning but by Sunday morning a cool snap greeted us all, which was enjoyable-while I did mutter a few indiscernible grumblings…something about having to wear a jacket to feed livestock! Honestly, this gardener enjoys our temperature shifts during spring, as they help to motivate […] The post TEXAS CERTIFIED EXPERT GARDENER — Try these houseplant trends for 2024 appeared first on Orange Leader.
KATHIE’S KORNER — Take me out to the ballgames
This may seem like a strange title, but it is appropriate for me right now. I’m one of the fans watching the end of the basketball finals, tennis, football and the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers (being a Texas resident). I grew up in California with “sports fans” mom, dad and brothers. We attended L.A. Rams […] The post KATHIE’S KORNER — Take me out to the ballgames appeared first on Orange Leader.
Pedestrian killed along Interstate 10 in Orange County
One person was killed following an auto-pedestrian crash in Orange County on Thursday, authorities said. Texas Department of Public Safety troopers are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at approximately 10:55 p.m. Thursday on Interstate 10, near the 874-mile marker. The preliminary crash investigation indicates a 2017 Toyota Camry was traveling east and struck a […] The post Pedestrian killed along Interstate 10 in Orange County appeared first on Orange Leader.
861A/SH 12 Exit from IH-10 eastbound to close; temporary plan outlined
On Monday (April 29) and Tuesday (April 30), the Texas Department of Transportation announced the 861A/SH 12 Exit from IH-10 eastbound will be closed for construction. The closure will happen at approximately 8 a.m. Traffic will be detoured off Exit 861. Please drive cautiously in the area, TxDOT advises. Jefferson County On Saturday (April 27), […] The post 861A/SH 12 Exit from IH-10 eastbound to close; temporary plan outlined appeared first on Orange Leader.
ADOPT A PET — Sweet, soulful Josie ready for YOU
WEST ORANGE — Meet sweet, soulful Josie. She’s a young 1-and-a-half-year-old shepherd mix, who is ready for her furever family. Josie loves children, and she is good on a leash. She loves afternoon walks, treats and ear scratches. Consider adopting or fostering this sweet girl. For more information, call the West Orange Animal Shelter at […] The post ADOPT A PET — Sweet, soulful Josie ready for YOU appeared first on Orange Leader.
City of Orange Recreation Center shares youth summer sports camp details
The Orange Recreation Center is hosting the annual Youth Summer Sports Camp. Starting May 28, camp is held for five weeks from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays until June 28. This staff-supervised, co-ed sports camp is for ages 7-12 and offers fundamentals and skills of a new sport each week, including basketball, […] The post City of Orange Recreation Center shares youth summer sports camp details appeared first on Orange Leader.
East Roundbunch swing bridge closure moved this week
The office of John H. Gothia, Orange County judge, announced a bridge closing for this week. Orange County Road and Bridge is reporting the East Roundbunch swing bridge is closing to vehicular traffic Tuesday (April 30). The closure is approximately from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to repair damage to the guardrail. Originally scheduled for […] The post East Roundbunch swing bridge closure moved this week appeared first on Orange Leader.
City of Orange institutes strict massage parlor guidelines with new ordinance
For massage parlors in the City of Orange, there is now an ordinance where there was none before. Orange City Council members unanimously approved the measure Tuesday evening that defines the business, establishes licensing requirements and creates paths to planned and surprise inspections. Local leaders were spurred to the effort following a recent rise in […] The post City of Orange institutes strict massage parlor guidelines with new ordinance appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange County Parkinson’s disease support available locally
Parkinson’s disease and supporting those who are dealing with it is taking focus in Orange County. The Orange County Parkinson Support Group is hosting its monthly meeting May 1 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church meeting room, 4300 Meeks Drive in Orange. All individuals with Parkinson’s disease or any other movement disorder and […] The post Orange County Parkinson’s disease support available locally appeared first on Orange Leader.
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