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Learn about soon-to-launch Women of Integrity Mentoring Group
Mentoring women business owners and connecting them with experienced female entrepreneurs to share lessons in business and leadership are the goals of a free entrepreneur effort that launches next week. The group formally meets throughout the year, and mentor and mentee pairs are encouraged to meet individually. Organizers are going to work to match an […] The post Learn about soon-to-launch Women of Integrity Mentoring Group appeared first on Orange Leader.
Larry Spears Jr. shares Orange mayoral announcement
I humbly come before you with a heart full of joy and ambition to continue the assignment of being about my father’s business. I have been honored to serve our wonderful community since 2014, both as a council member and as Mayor of the City of Orange, Texas. The Lord has blessed me in so […] The post Larry Spears Jr. shares Orange mayoral announcement appeared first on Orange Leader.
Firefighters join enhanced Orange County ESD No. 1
VIDOR — Additional fulltime firefighter/EMT positions were created for Orange County ESD No. 1 as part of the2023-24 fiscal budget. “This brings us to a point where the community is protected by at least three full-time fire protection personnel 24-hours a day, along with our volunteer force and part-time firefighters,” Fire Chief Robert L. Smith […] The post Firefighters join enhanced Orange County ESD No. 1 appeared first on Orange Leader.
Flood watch concern outlined for Orange County, rest of region
For those in Orange County and beyond, flooding caused by excessive rainfall is ongoing and possible throughout Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. Additional rainfall amounts of 3 to 8 inches, with localized higher amounts are possible. Excessive runoff is currently resulting in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. […] The post Flood watch concern outlined for Orange County, rest of region appeared first on Orange Leader.
City of Orange approves additional Sabine Park Apartments demolition
The continued demolition of Sabine Park Apartments was approved by City of Orange leaders in the name of resident safety and municipal beautification. Present Orange City Council members voted unanimously Tuesday evening to award a $55,000 bid to Manshack & Sons for demolition of 11 buildings and the parking lot at 605 1st Street. Orange […] The post City of Orange approves additional Sabine Park Apartments demolition appeared first on Orange Leader.
CERTIFIED TEXAS EXPERT GARDENER — Here is how to make an informed fruit tree selection
Most gardeners (me included) have purchased and planted numerous fruit trees, in fact way too many to count. Admittedly, many of them did not survive more than a couple of growing seasons due to this gardener’s inexperience. “Thankfully” they did finally succumb to the environment (and ineffective nurturing…mine) relatively soon after planting, but there were […] The post CERTIFIED TEXAS EXPERT GARDENER — Here is how to make an informed fruit tree selection appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange athlete making marks in running world
One Orange athlete is setting personal bests and earning first place finishes in competitive running. Not bad for a road runner who is competing in her sixth decade. Lori Northcutt Frederick, of Orange, at the age of 61, is still hitting her personal best marks in the 5K, logging at 28:32 and recently earning the […] The post Orange athlete making marks in running world appeared first on Orange Leader.
Southeast Texas man sentenced following fatal 2021 Sulphur, La. crash
A Groves man who caused a fatal wreck in Sulphur, La., while attempting to outrun a Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s deputy pleaded guilty to manslaughter. Judge Robert Wyatt sentenced Kristopher J. Lalonde, 50, Tuesday to 25 years in prison at hard labor. He receives credit for time served since the 2021 crash, Wyatt said. Lalonde was […] The post Southeast Texas man sentenced following fatal 2021 Sulphur, La. crash appeared first on Orange Leader.
Multiple agencies respond to large-scale pasture fire
An out of control grass fire Saturday required the assistance of multiple fire departments and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Orange County Emergency Services District No. 1 was notified of the fire in the 3500 block of FM1131, and a shift responded with a squad, brush truck and a tanker, according to information from the […] The post Multiple agencies respond to large-scale pasture fire appeared first on Orange Leader.
ASK A COP — What level of noise is allowed from a motorcycle?
Jackie asks: My husband and I were coming from church last week in a very good spirit because our pastor taught a wonderful lesson from God’s Word. That was short-lived because while we were at a red light, someone pulled right next to us on a loud motorcycle and revved up the motor, which almost […] The post ASK A COP — What level of noise is allowed from a motorcycle? appeared first on Orange Leader.
Migrant farmworker turned astronaut — Jose M. Hernandez visits area charter school with message
PORT ARTHUR — The fact Space Shuttle Discovery landed at Edwards Air Force Base after being in space 14 days in 2009 was poetic justice for astronaut Jose M. Hernandez. The site was approximately 60 miles from where he picked strawberries as a child in a migrant farm working family, Hernandez said during Bob Hope […] The post Migrant farmworker turned astronaut — Jose M. Hernandez visits area charter school with message appeared first on Orange Leader.
West Orange Cove CISD invites families to connect at Family Game Night
WEST ORANGE — West Orange Cove Consolidated Independent School District is excited to announce an evening of fun and connection for families in the community with its upcoming Family Game Night. The event is scheduled to take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 27 at West Orange-Stark Elementary gymnasium. Family Game Night is a […] The post West Orange Cove CISD invites families to connect at Family Game Night appeared first on Orange Leader.
CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Corny tips for taste, nut butters and first aid kits
Southeast Texas is rice country, but I also have a long love affair with corn. When I “found” a box of Jiffy cornbread mix in the pantry, a corn pudding became the basis of a friend’s birthday meal. I used Green yogurt for sour cream and we all loved the tang. My latest discovery is […] The post CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Corny tips for taste, nut butters and first aid kits appeared first on Orange Leader.
Average gasoline prices in Texas go opposite of U.S. trend; see what’s expected next
Motorists continue to see gasoline prices bouncing off lows, only to re-test them again and again. “While prices jumped in some places, it’s being offset by drops elsewhere, and that has kept alive the possibility of briefly seeing the national average fall to the lowest level since 2021,” Patrick De Haan said. “We remain just […] The post Average gasoline prices in Texas go opposite of U.S. trend; see what’s expected next appeared first on Orange Leader.
Excessive rainfall concerns outlined for Orange County, Southeast Texas
The main hazard for Orange County and Southeast Texas this week looks to be excessive rainfall, with a flood potential as a slow moving upper level trough will interact with rich Gulf moisture, according to Joe Rua. The lead forecaster the National Weather Service Lake Charles office this is likely a multi-day heavy rainfall event […] The post Excessive rainfall concerns outlined for Orange County, Southeast Texas appeared first on Orange Leader.
Hard Freeze Warning, excessive rainfall concerns outlined for Southeast Texas
The National Weather Service said Saturday morning that a Hard Freeze Warning for Interstate 10 and north is in place tonight through 9 a.m. Sunday. Probabilities for excessive rainfall in the long range have increased through the mid week. Cold Continental air mass will continue to keep minimum temperatures well below average. Temperatures are likely […] The post Hard Freeze Warning, excessive rainfall concerns outlined for Southeast Texas appeared first on Orange Leader.
LifeShare Blood Center working to replenish region’s supply; Orange drive planned
As winter weather made its way through the region, the area’s blood supply was drastically impacted. LifeShare Blood Center is calling all donors to help replenish the region’s blood supply. “LifeShare supplies blood and blood products to over 100 local hospitals; regardless of the weather happening around us, patients in our communities still need blood,” […] The post LifeShare Blood Center working to replenish region’s supply; Orange drive planned appeared first on Orange Leader.
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