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Southbound lanes of FM 105 closing between FM 1131 to FM 2802
In Orange County, the southbound lanes of FM 105 are closing between FM 1131 to FM 2802 through Friday (April 19). Contractors are working in the area nightly, beginning at 7 p.m. until 5 a.m. Expect delays. In Jefferson County, according to the Texas Department of Transportation, starting Tuesday and running through Saturday (April 20), motorists should […] The post Southbound lanes of FM 105 closing between FM 1131 to FM 2802 appeared first on Orange Leader.
Rock the River revs up next month in Orange; see the details
Soak up some fun in the sun as the Rock the River and Deep South Racing Association Boat Races return to Orange in 2024, organizers share. Attendees can rev up their engines May 3 – 5, when Explore Orange and Deep South host Rock the River and DSRA Boat Races at the Riverside Pavilion and […] The post Rock the River revs up next month in Orange; see the details appeared first on Orange Leader.
Disaster response and prevention experts coming together to benefit Orange County residents
The South East Texas Disaster Expo is set to take place May 11 at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center. The event is planned from 10 a.m. to 2 .m. and is organized by Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson and Orange counties. Organizers look to provide valuable information and resources to the community to enhance preparedness […] The post Disaster response and prevention experts coming together to benefit Orange County residents appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange Leader Best of 2024 nominations closing out; vote now and often
It’s time to decide “who’s the best,” and there is no one better to make the choices than the readers of the Orange Leader and orangeleader.com. The Orange Leader Best of 2024 contest is BACK, and like in years past, the effort is 100 percent reader-driven in three stages. From now until Friday (April 19), […] The post Orange Leader Best of 2024 nominations closing out; vote now and often appeared first on Orange Leader.
Gas prices fall in Texas week-over-week; check out state and national averages
Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 3.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.17/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 12.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 18.6 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price […] The post Gas prices fall in Texas week-over-week; check out state and national averages appeared first on Orange Leader.
Grant funds area fire district’s needed life-saving tool purchase
BRIDGE CITY — Orange County ESD 2 is the recipient of the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant. The grant to Orange County emergency Services District 2/Bridge City Fire and Rescue totals $22,043.80 and helps ensure local first responders have the necessary equipment to keep community members and themselves safe. The grant is going to […] The post Grant funds area fire district’s needed life-saving tool purchase appeared first on Orange Leader.
CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Yacht Rock hits the mellow spot
Are you familiar with the genre Yacht Rock? Think Christopher Cross, Fleetwood Mac, Toto and Kenny Loggins. Think background music on a summer evening and think ’70s. I’ve streamed this sound on my computer and was thrilled to fall into a party with this theme. Perfect. Captain’s gear, flowy dresses and a silent auction made […] The post CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Yacht Rock hits the mellow spot appeared first on Orange Leader.
Sentencing follows Orange crime spree with shooting at police, tactical team response
ORANGE — A man with a lengthily criminal history was sentenced to 75 years on a charge of evading arrest in connection with a 2023 crime spree. Chadwick Alan McMillen, 36, was found guilty Tuesday in the Orange County 260th District Court. Punishment was handed down Thursday, according to Assistant District Attorney Mike Marion. Evading […] The post Sentencing follows Orange crime spree with shooting at police, tactical team response appeared first on Orange Leader.
ADOPT A PET — Sweet Layla is ready to be silly with your family
WEST ORANGE — Sweet Layla is looking for her furever family. She’s a weimaraner mix, who just wants to be loved and taken care of. She walks well on a leash, and as you can see, she loves being silly in front of the camera. Reach out today to set up a meet-and-greet with this […] The post ADOPT A PET — Sweet Layla is ready to be silly with your family appeared first on Orange Leader.
Female recovering after being struck by train, fire chief says
WEST ORANGE — A woman is recovering after being truck by a train near Orange Lions Park earlier this week, authorities said. West Orange Fire Chief David Roberts said the collision occurred at approximately 8 a.m. Tuesday near Main Street. He said it appears the woman was walking down the tracks and attempted to cross […] The post Female recovering after being struck by train, fire chief says appeared first on Orange Leader.
10-year anniversary Depot Day planned May 4; check out details including a street dance
In January, 2014, the Friends of the Orange Depot was founded and plans to renovate the historic Southern Pacific Depot for the community moved forward. On Saturday/May 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., everyone is invited to enjoy a special ten-year celebration during DEPOT DAY, the annual fundraiser held at the Orange Train Depot […] The post 10-year anniversary Depot Day planned May 4; check out details including a street dance appeared first on Orange Leader.
HEALTHY LIVING — Regular exercise creates fitness for body and mind
We know regular exercise is good for our bones and muscles. Let’s explore the positive aspects of exercise on our brains. Can exercise prevent memory loss and improve cognitive function? Possibly. Exercise has many known benefits, including reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, strengthening the bones and muscles, keeping joints flexible and reducing […] The post HEALTHY LIVING — Regular exercise creates fitness for body and mind appeared first on Orange Leader.
Results from Mauriceville Heritage Association’s 43rd Annual Pageant
Miss Orange County Division (16-18 yrs old) Miss Orange County – $2,500 Scholarship Evei Juneann Shipley 1st Runner Up – $1,500 Scholarship Brynli Felps 2nd Runner Up – $1,000 Scholarship Kinley Faith Shillings Miss Photogenic Alesandria Marie Cardenas Miss Personality Evei Juneann Shipley Junior Miss Queen Orange County Division (13-15 yrs old) Jr Miss Orange […] The post Results from Mauriceville Heritage Association’s 43rd Annual Pageant appeared first on Orange Leader.
Mauriceville Heritage Association presents the 43rd Annual Pageant and 2024 Crawfish Bash
The Mauriceville Heritage Association recently celebrated the 43rd Annual Pageant, run in conjunction with the highly anticipated 2024 Crawfish Bash. The Crawfish Bash is planned May 3-4. For more than four decades, the Mauriceville Heritage Association has curated an unforgettable experience, not just as a pageant, but as a cherished tradition that resonates in the […] The post Mauriceville Heritage Association presents the 43rd Annual Pageant and 2024 Crawfish Bash appeared first on Orange Leader.
Heavy rain Wednesday morning north of Orange could still impact region
The City of Orange and Orange County, as a whole, may have been spared the worst of the bad weather that struck Southeast Texas before dawn on Wednesday, but local officials are still keeping an eye out for later impacts. Orange Public Works Director Adam Jack said highest gust of wind recorded locally was approximately […] The post Heavy rain Wednesday morning north of Orange could still impact region appeared first on Orange Leader.
Severe weather concerns delay start of school in Orange County
Lamar State College Orange announced a school delay for Wednesday (April 10) due to severe weather concerns. Due to inclement weather, Lamar State College Orange is delaying the start of classes by two hours. Campus will be closed until 10 a.m. Wednesday. The news is similar for other parts of the region. MORE COVERAGE — […] The post Severe weather concerns delay start of school in Orange County appeared first on Orange Leader.
Former Rose City secretary indicted for embezzlement
ROSE CITY — A former Rose City secretary was arrested and bonded out of jail on an indictment warrant in relation to stealing money from the city, authorities said. Tonya Nicole Veazey, 41, was arrested March 30 for the second degree felony charge of theft of property in connection with a 2019 crime. Bond was […] The post Former Rose City secretary indicted for embezzlement appeared first on Orange Leader.
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