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Average Texas gas prices rise 11.4 cents per gallon in last week; analyst talks about what’s next
A majority of the nation’s 50 states have seen gasoline prices rise, with the national average posting a gain for the second straight week. The trend that is hardly surprising for this time of year and will likely continue as the entire nation has made the first step toward summer gasoline, according to Patrick De […] The post Average Texas gas prices rise 11.4 cents per gallon in last week; analyst talks about what’s next appeared first on Orange Leader.
Main threats of large hail and damaging winds detailed today and Tuesday
As of Monday morning, the National Weather Service forecasters said Southeast Texas is still on track for strong to severe thunderstorms forming this afternoon. The main threats are large hail and damaging winds. “All of our forecast areas, including Southeast Texas, central Louisiana and southwest Louisiana, are under a Marginal Risk (1/5) for severe thunderstorms,”a […] The post Main threats of large hail and damaging winds detailed today and Tuesday appeared first on Orange Leader.
Severe weather forecast on Monday and Tuesday for Southeast Texas detailed
There is a Marginal Risk for severe weather on Monday and Tuesday for Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana, according to weather watchers. A release from the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, La., stated the main threats would be damaging winds and large hail. There is also a Marginal Risk (1/4) for flash flooding on […] The post Severe weather forecast on Monday and Tuesday for Southeast Texas detailed appeared first on Orange Leader.
DuGood Round Up program makes saving money effortless
DuGood leaders say the credit union is on a mission to make saving money regularly attainable for everyone. DuGood Credit Union is launching the Round Up Savings Program. Designed to turn spare change into savings, Round Up is a financial tool that “rounds up” members’ daily debit card transactions to the nearest dollar and automatically […] The post DuGood Round Up program makes saving money effortless appeared first on Orange Leader.
Election Day nears for Orange County; see locations and times for Tuesday
Voting in the upcoming Primary Election is from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at locations across Orange County. Early voting concluded Friday. There were a total of 626 Democratic Primary votes cast. There were 9,860 votes votes cats during Early Voting in the Republican Primary. Locally, there are no Democratic candidates on the ballot, […] The post Election Day nears for Orange County; see locations and times for Tuesday appeared first on Orange Leader.
Local man, 64, indicted on meth charge
VIDOR — A 64-year-old Vidor man was indicted on a drug possession charge by a Jefferson County grand jury this week. The Beaumont Police Department reportedly stopped George Frederick Bishop III just after midnight Oct. 5 in the 4800 block of Folsom Drive and gave officers permission to search his vehicle, a Ford F-250 truck, […] The post Local man, 64, indicted on meth charge appeared first on Orange Leader.
ADOPT A PET — Female husky breed Tannin ready for YOU
Everyone, meet Tannin! She’s a young female husky breed, who is looking for her furever family. She’s lovable, playful, and regal — as you can see from her photo. Tannin knows how to walk on a leash, and she seems to be good around other dogs. Consider adopting or fostering this sweet girl. For more […] The post ADOPT A PET — Female husky breed Tannin ready for YOU appeared first on Orange Leader.
TEXAS CERTIFIED EXPERT GARDENER — Lawn Care is about turfgrass weed management
Okay, I admit it … Spring season every year this gardener transforms into a “weekend warrior,” arriving to work Monday morning a bit stiff, battered and bruised from my overzealous gardening practices. I can’t seem to help myself; I want each gardening tasks completed quickly as possible to “experience” the beauty of Spring! Naturally, our […] The post TEXAS CERTIFIED EXPERT GARDENER — Lawn Care is about turfgrass weed management appeared first on Orange Leader.
Demolition of clock tower at Northway Shopping Center taking place
The City of Orange shared Friday morning with an announcement and picture that demolition of the clock tower at Northway Shopping Center is underway. The City is working with TCP Realty Houston to attract new retail investment, the announcement stated, adding “stay tuned for additional updates coming soon.” Mayor Larry Spears Jr. said the city […] The post Demolition of clock tower at Northway Shopping Center taking place appeared first on Orange Leader.
Alternating lane closures planned on SH 87 and FM 105; see the details
Golden Triangle Polymers is planning heavy haul moves Saturday, impacting traffic east of Bridge City. Motorists can expect alternating lane closures on SH 87 northbound on Saturday. The heavy haul are scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. and noon. Use an alternate route or expect delays. Beginning Monday, expect alternating lane closures on FM 105 […] The post Alternating lane closures planned on SH 87 and FM 105; see the details appeared first on Orange Leader.
Sheriff’s Office asking for help locating Mauriceville man missing since Saturday
MAURICEVILLE — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the community in locating a missing person. According to family members, 47-year-old John Wall was last seen Saturday (Feb. 24), when he left his home walking in the Mauriceville area. Wall has not been seen since. “Reportedly, Mr. Wall has medical issues that require […] The post Sheriff’s Office asking for help locating Mauriceville man missing since Saturday appeared first on Orange Leader.
Free certified pipefitter helper pre-apprenticeships available; bridging skills gap to construction industry
To help bridge the skills gap for people new to the construction industry, Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas is partnering with Digital Workforce Academy to provide free certified pipefitter helper pre-apprenticeships. The first class underway with 15 students was funded using the Local First donation provided by Golden Triangle Polymers Company, a facility under construction in […] The post Free certified pipefitter helper pre-apprenticeships available; bridging skills gap to construction industry appeared first on Orange Leader.
PHOTO FEATURE — Orangefield FFA members excel at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Three Orangefield FFA members traveled to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Thursday to compete in the calf scramble. School district leaders offered a “massive congratulations” goes to Colton Michael, Shayla Santos and Brooklyn Wagoner for all catching a calf and being awarded a $1,750 scholarship. The money goes toward a heifer or steer for […] The post PHOTO FEATURE — Orangefield FFA members excel at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo appeared first on Orange Leader.
Neches Federal Credit Union names new Bridge City branch manager, other major hires
Neches Federal Credit Union is celebrating numerous promotions and new hires. President/CEO Jason Landry said the credit union is dedicated to providing signature service through expertise and leadership, which is reflected in these promotions and new hires. “Neches FCU is a certified ‘Great Place to Work,’ and I am honored to be part of such […] The post Neches Federal Credit Union names new Bridge City branch manager, other major hires appeared first on Orange Leader.
POLICE — Mother from Orange, couple hatch scheme to buy/sell baby
A woman from Orange and a couple from Ohio are behind bars on allegations of selling/buying a child and insurance fraud. Harley Dee Matthews, 28, of Orange took a bus from Ohio and was taken into custody Wednesday in Rose City, where she turned herself in to law enforcement. She is suspected of selling her […] The post POLICE — Mother from Orange, couple hatch scheme to buy/sell baby appeared first on Orange Leader.
15,000 pounds of litter collected by Orange County volunteers
A volunteer army turned out last weekend for the Community Trash-Off in Orange County, with one organizer estimating there were 342 participants. For comparison sake, Orange Newsmedia was told there was less than 275 participants in 2023. Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center Volunteer Services Coordinator Amara Townsend helped coordinate the participants and groups […] The post 15,000 pounds of litter collected by Orange County volunteers appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange County students exposed to engineering opportunities
Motiva recently sponsored the 2024 Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas Engineer’s Job Shadow Luncheon at Lamar University Setzer Center. The event works to spark student interest in engineering as a career path by demonstrating various fields of engineering. More than 175 students from Bridge City, West Orange-Stark, Little Cypress- Mauriceville, Beaumont United, West Brook, Beaumont Early […] The post Orange County students exposed to engineering opportunities appeared first on Orange Leader.
Interstate 10 lane closures in Orange County detailed for Wednesday and Thursday evenings
Interstate 10 lane closures in Orange County have been announced for this evening and Thursday evening. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the outside lane of I-10 eastbound will be closed Wednesday and Thursday from Old Buna Road to SH 62. Contractors are doing pavement repairs from 8 p.m. until 5 p.m. Expect delays. The post Interstate 10 lane closures in Orange County detailed for Wednesday and Thursday evenings appeared first on Orange Leader.
West Orange lineman makes college football decision
WEST ORANGE — One of the best offensive lineman in Orange County has a home for college football. West Orange-Stark gridiron standout Daylen Edwards signed Wednesday to attend Eastern New Mexico University next academic year and play football for the Greyhounds. The former All-District performer helped the Mustangs to a 5-5 regular season and 2023 […] The post West Orange lineman makes college football decision appeared first on Orange Leader.
Stabbing in Orange sends man to hospital for treatment
A man was treated and released following a stabbing Tuesday afternoon, authorities said. Officers with the Orange Police Department were called at 4:24 p.m. to the 100 block of Knox Avenue in reference to a disturbance in which property was damaged and fighting was occurring, Sergeant Isaac Henry said in a news release Wednesday. Arriving […] The post Stabbing in Orange sends man to hospital for treatment appeared first on Orange Leader.
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