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Orange Police prepare case for man who jumped from 2nd story apartment, injured leg while fleeing
A case is going to be filed against a man who injured his leg after jumping from a second floor of an apartment building while fleeing police in Orange. Sergeant Isaac Henry said an officer saw a man on a bicycle who had active felony warrants for his arrest on June 10. The officer activated […] The post Orange Police prepare case for man who jumped from 2nd story apartment, injured leg while fleeing appeared first on Orange Leader.
Vidor Police say possible body found in trunk was a mannequin
VIDOR — The Vidor Police Department was investigating the discovery of a female found in the trunk of a towed vehicle on Wednesday. Vidor Police Chief Rod Carroll said the vehicle was towed from a location in Orange County to Ray’s Wrecker Service, 21004 Interstate 10. “The employee of the wrecker yard advised that while […] The post Vidor Police say possible body found in trunk was a mannequin appeared first on Orange Leader.
Vidor Police say possible body found in trunk was a mannequin
VIDOR — The Vidor Police Department was investigating the discovery of a female found in the trunk of a towed vehicle on Wednesday. Vidor Police Chief Rod Carroll said the vehicle was towed from a location in Orange County to Ray’s Wrecker Service, 21004 Interstate 10. “The employee of the wrecker yard advised that while […] The post Vidor Police say possible body found in trunk was a mannequin appeared first on Orange Leader.
Tropical development monitored in southern gulf/Bay of Campeche
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the southern gulf/Bay of Campeche for tropical development through the next several days. At this time, there is a great deal of uncertainty on the eventual solution; however, it does appear that increased rain chances, higher than normal tides and breezy conditions are possible for the local area late […] The post Tropical development monitored in southern gulf/Bay of Campeche appeared first on Orange Leader.
Kayaker helps authorities identify deceased male found in Adam’s Bayou
PINEHURST — Authorities have identified the deceased male found June 1 in Adam’s Bayou. “The identification of the deceased black male has been identified as Niaja Cormier of Houston, TX, originally from Lafayette, LA,” a release from Pinehurst Police Lieutenant Jocelyn Trussell stated. According to Trussell, at 2:28 p.m. Sunday, the Pinehurst Police Department received […] The post Kayaker helps authorities identify deceased male found in Adam’s Bayou appeared first on Orange Leader.
Operation Texas Kill Switch kicks off in Southeast Texas
United States Attorney Damien M. Diggs, along with partner agencies, announced this week a crackdown on machine gun-conversion devices. Dubbed Operation Texas Kill Switch, the initiative aims at awareness and educating the public on the thimble-sized devices commonly made by a 3D printer using a plastic filament. “It fires faster than the standard M4 machine […] The post Operation Texas Kill Switch kicks off in Southeast Texas appeared first on Orange Leader.
Friends of the Orange Depot meeting this week
There will be a meeting of the Friends of the Orange Depot at 5:30 p.m. at 1210 Green Avenue on Thursday. All board members and volunteers are encouraged to come because important votes will be taken on two large projects planned in the near future. For information, call 409-330-1576. The post Friends of the Orange Depot meeting this week appeared first on Orange Leader.
3rd Annual Juneteenth Festival kicks off this weekend in Orange
Krewe De Onyx Events is hosting its 3rd Annual Juneteenth Festival this weekend in Orange. The fun is planned Saturday and Sunday. The public is invited to join the celebration at Riverside Pavilion, 708 Simmons Drive, from 4 to 10 p.m. each day. The fun includes live music, DJ entertainment, food and market vendors, and […] The post 3rd Annual Juneteenth Festival kicks off this weekend in Orange appeared first on Orange Leader.
CERTIFIED TEXAS EXPERT GARDNER — Saving honeybees are important for a community perspective
Gardeners it should be no surprise that honeybee (Apis Mellifera) colonies have been declining for many years (decades) affected by vectors, such ectoparasitic mite (Varroa destructor). The mites transfer the virus to the host by piercing the host (bee) body tissue which transfers the vector to the bee. Honeybees face other viral threats which cause […] The post CERTIFIED TEXAS EXPERT GARDNER — Saving honeybees are important for a community perspective appeared first on Orange Leader.
Teacher externship connecting classrooms to careers for local teachers
Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas connected 70 educators from 13 school districts across Orange, Jefferson and Hardin counties with 16 host sites, fostering collaborations between educators and industry professionals. The 2024 Teacher Externship reflects Workforce Solutions’ commitment to providing high-quality educational opportunities for teachers and students. “By bridging the gap between classrooms and careers, this program […] The post Teacher externship connecting classrooms to careers for local teachers appeared first on Orange Leader.
Vidor home suffers fire damage, authorities say
VIDOR — A home in Vidor had minor damage after a fire June 4. Orange County Emergency Services District No. 1 Fire Chief Robert L. Smith said authorities received the call of the fire at approximately 7:37 a.m. June 4 for the structure fire in the 3200 bloc of Lakeview Cutoff. Upon arrival, the single-story […] The post Vidor home suffers fire damage, authorities say appeared first on Orange Leader.
ASK A COP — How close is too close when tailgating?
Trina asks: My husband is a habitual tailgater. If he wants to pass another vehicle on the highway, he gets too close to them to intimidate the other driver to move over. Did I mention he drives a big truck? This has me pulling my hair out. How close can you be to a vehicle […] The post ASK A COP — How close is too close when tailgating? appeared first on Orange Leader.
Explore Orange July 4 concert and fireworks celebration planned
Local and visiting families are invited to celebrate Independence Day with the Explore Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau at the 2024 July 4th Concert and Fireworks Celebration. The fun is planned July 4 at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive, for an evening of freedom, fun and fireworks. “With live music entertainment, food […] The post Explore Orange July 4 concert and fireworks celebration planned appeared first on Orange Leader.
CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Enjoy these easy meals and great reads
If your idea of going wild is heating water, you’ve got some easy meals ahead. Maybe you’re going camping or just need something satisfying in your desk drawer. Rip open a pouch of Wild Zora, add the hot water and zip it up again. Soon you’ll be making the yummy sound for dishes such as […] The post CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Enjoy these easy meals and great reads appeared first on Orange Leader.
Orange County resident runs from cops after restaurant trespassing, police say
An Orange County residents was arrested for evading police and failure to identify while trespassing at an area restaurant, authorities said. According to the Beaumont Police Department, on Saturday at 3:55 a.m., a concerned resident reported two individuals possibly breaking into Cafe Del Rio at 2830 I-10 East in Beaumont. Responding officers found a man […] The post Orange County resident runs from cops after restaurant trespassing, police say appeared first on Orange Leader.
“I expect additional declines ahead of July 4 for both gasoline and diesel prices”
Motorists have seen one of the larger weekly drops in the national average price of gasoline in some time. Patrick De Haan said nearly every state has also seen prices drop compared to a month ago. With the declines, according to the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, Americans are going to spend roughly $425 […] The post “I expect additional declines ahead of July 4 for both gasoline and diesel prices” appeared first on Orange Leader.
Lamar State College Orange touts increases in enrollment and graduation rates
Over the last two years Lamar State College Orange has seen a substantial growth in and, more importantly, degrees and certificates awarded. Despite the major dip many colleges saw in 2020 due to the pandemic, LSCO continued to grow its numbers, helping students and Southeast Texas. In the fall of 2022, LSCO saw 1,236 students […] The post Lamar State College Orange touts increases in enrollment and graduation rates appeared first on Orange Leader.
Sunday through Thursday alternating I-10 lane closures for Orange County detailed
Orange County motorists can expect nightly alternating lane closures on Interstate 10 eastbound from SH 62 to SH 87 beginning Sunday and running through Wednesday. On Thursday, work will begin the on I-10 westbound side. Contractors will be working in both areas beginning at 9 p.m. and running through 5 a.m. Please drive cautiously in […] The post Sunday through Thursday alternating I-10 lane closures for Orange County detailed appeared first on Orange Leader.
SEE THE PHOTOS — Cops N Kids brings out families across Orange County
The 28th Annual Orange County Cops N Kids was enjoyed by many Friday morning. The fun took place at Claiborne West Park in Orange County. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office annually asks the public to join law enforcement and first responders for plenty of fun and games. There were also plenty of hotdogs, chips, drinks and […] The post SEE THE PHOTOS — Cops N Kids brings out families across Orange County appeared first on Orange Leader.
ADOPT A PET — Terrier Fred loves peanut butter bacon treats
Meet Fred. He’s a 6-year-old terrier who just lost his human. He is a sweet boy who knows how to walk on a leash and LOVES peanut butter bacon treats. Fred’s big brother, Shelby, was adopted from the shelter this week, leaving poor Fred all alone. Consider adopting this sweet boy. Just look at that cute face. […] The post ADOPT A PET — Terrier Fred loves peanut butter bacon treats appeared first on Orange Leader.
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