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Week of Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Commissioners watch county purse strings Dave Rogers

For The Record

For at least the third holiday season in a row, the end of the year is bringing a close look at the Orange County finances.

After a second natural disaster flood in three years, money is again tight in that period between the start of the budget year in October and the due date for property taxes on Dec. 31.

Commissioners used about half of Tuesday’s hour-long meeting making tough decisions on bill-paying.

The longest and toughestseeming decision was on an “off-cycle” application from the Vidor Chamber of Commerce for $8,000 in hotel occupancy tax grants to defray expenses for a Dec. 14 Christmas market, parade and tree-lighting.

Commissioners and Jessi-

ca Hill, the county’s Economic Development Corporation director, agreed that HO tax funds were Trahan only to be spent on promoting events, not putting them on. They agreed to grant $4,000.

Another lengthy discussion ensued on whether to renew the county’s existing auditing contract with Weaver and Tidwell.

According to Pennee Schmitt, county auditor, the county paid the company $75,000 for its 2019 audit, which was considerably more than it had been paying for the service in the past.

But the commissioners agreed to hire Weaver and Tidwell a year ago, “to get a new set of eyes” on their finances after the same com-

Carroll’s two-step tops 2020 election filings Dave Rogers

For The Record

If you believe his Facebook page and Beaumont news reports, Vidor Police Chief Rod Carroll put his right foot in Monday.

But by midday Tuesday, he took his right foot out.

His Facebook page, “Rod Carroll For Sheriff” said Tuesday night he had done a 180 on “planning to announce plans” to run for Jefferson County Sheriff.

“Due to a residency technicality, I feel it is best that I withdraw from the race for Sheriff for Jefferson County 2020,” the Rod Carroll For Sheriff website said Tuesday afternoon.

Carroll’s reversal tops the list of Orange County happenings as current county officials and new candidates file with the Republican Party for a spot on the March 3 primary election ballot.

David Covey, county Republican Party chair, reported Monday night he had received applications from more than a dozen candidates with the deadline for filing paperwork and paying entry fees coming up Dec. 9.

Carroll was getting set to enter the Jefferson County Republican primary.

According to a Monday news release, the former Chief Deputy of Jefferson County was “preparing to formally announce his candidacy as the Republican candidate” on Dec. 3.

The same message was on his Facebook page Tuesday morning.

That would have amounted to a double flip.

The son-in-law of longtime Democratic Congressman Jack Brooks, Carroll ran for Jefferson County Sheriff in 2016 as a Democrat.

His title was Chief Deputy Sheriff and he had the backing of retiring Sheriff Mitch Woods in 2016, but finished third in the Democratic primary, behind former Sheriff deputies Zena Stephens and Joe Stevenson. Stephens won office by beating Stevenson in a primary runoff and Republican Ray Beck in the general election.

The other flip is that Carroll has been working in Orange county since Jan. 2017.

He told newsmen his house in Vidor flooded two months ago, during Tropical Storm Imelda.

Stephen Chang, Director of Communications for the Office of the Texas Secretary of State, confirmed Tuesday that state law says candidates for sheriff must reside in the county for at least six months prior to when they intend to run.

Tuesday night, Carroll told the Record Newspapers he believed he technically met the residence requirement, as his primary residence for the past three years was in Beaumont.

“I owned the house for three years, but I was remodeling it,” and he lived in Vidor for much of 2019.

“I’m not a person to split technicalities,” he said. “Even the perception is not worth it to me.

“God has a better plan for me.”

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pany had done the audit for 23 years in a row.

Schmitt explained much of the charges for this year because the firm was new to the account.

“They had to do more work to get a base, because they don’t have that history,” she said.

The cost to employ the firm for the next year just for the regular audit would be about $51,000 Schmitt said, but the county had also contracted with Weaver and Tidwell for audits of the Juvenile and Adult Probation departments. Those will take next year’s expected payout

to $71,000.

“We were happy with the audit itself. They did a good job,” County Judge John Gothia said.

“I do not want to renew at that price,” Commissioner Johnny Trahan said.

Court counsel Denise Gremillion explained it was real-

ly too late to book a new auditing firm for 2020.

“It sounds like we don’t have a choice,” Trahan said.

“I hate going forward with this.”

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LSCO boss thankful, excited by future Dave Rogers

For The Record

Lamar State College Orange’s president, Dr. Thomas Johnson, was back in the city of his youth last Saturday.

He was in downtown Port Arthur for an afternoon that was split between friendship and nostalgia.

That’s how it’s often been during his first 15 months at the helm of Orange’s downtown two-year college -- full of new friends, old friends and plenty of nostalgia as Johnson’s career has brought him from Port Arthur, through The Big Thicket, Houston, Tyler and back to Southeast Texas.

“We’ve had a magnificent year here at Lamar State College Orange,” Johnson said. “I’m very thankful and looking forward to 2020 and the start of our 51st year.”

Thankful doesn’t begin to say enough about how Johnson feels this Thanksgiving weekend as he and wife, Karen visit with their two children.

“I’ve been blessed beyond reason,” Johnson says. “Everything I’ve done in my life has led me to where I am now. An I’m so grateful for it.”

Johnson went to Port Arthur to visit some old friends from Tyler Junior College, who were down for a basketball game against Lamar State Port Arthur.

He watched the game with Dr. Betty Reynard, LSCPA

Before going into education, Lamar State College Orange President Dr. Thomas Johnson had a 20-year career with the Houston Police Department and has the badges, pins and plaques to prove it.

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Thanksgiving blessing comes from cloud Larry Johnson For The Record

Teacakes. That is what Granny (Alma) Heath was known for. Well, that a chicken and dumplings. It was a cherished family recipe that had been handed down.

Sure, they were a little dry, but there was still something about them that the family loved. And as long as you had a cold glass of milk or a cup of coffee…or tea, the dry didn’t matter.

They were also a good substitute for sugar cookies if you wanted to do cut-out decorated cookie, but want-

ed a cookie that wasn’t as sweet.

Granny’s teacakes were sure to show up at Christmas functions until just a few years ago, when the recipe was lost.

Helen Clark had passed the recipe on to her daughter, Sherry Walles, many years ago when her baking days were over and Sherry was the one of the daughters that baked the most.

The recipe was lost when Walles’ home burned to the ground a couple of years ago.

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Orange Lions Club received a grant to help Imelda flood victims. The organization partnered with Clay Dugas and Orange County Disaster Rebuild to provide turkeys, food, blankets and cleaning supplies to those in need. Pictured L - R: Orange Lions club members Lions Rodney”Bubba” Davis, Butch Campbell, Carlene Ortolon, Pam Scales Honeycutt, Bill Smith, Stump Weatherford, Dan Mohon, Billy Bayliss, Chris Kovatch Not pictured: Lions Ralph Thon and Tony Barrientos.

Prison healthcare higher than ever in Texas Davis Rich The Texas Tribune Even though Texas’ prison population shrank this decade, the publicly funded costs to treat inmates’ medical conditions continue to rise.

The state spent over $750 million on prison health care during the 2019 fiscal year, a 53% increase from seven years earlier, when that cost was less than $500 million.

The main reason, according to experts and officials: an older, sicker prison population.

While the total prison population declined by 3%, the number of inmates ages 55 and older increased by 65%, according to Texas Department of Criminal Justice data. Inmates over 55 account for about one-eighth of the population but nearly one-half of the system’s hos-

pitalization costs, according to prison officials.

Nearly 150,000 incarcerated people rely on TDCJ to deliver their health care.Officials say the aging prison population and treatments for expensive diseases like hepatitis, HIV and cancer are driving up costs. Medical costs for the 10 most expensive inmates surpassed $3.1 million in 2019, according to a TDCJ document.

Cost-saving measures include telemedicine and access to discounted pharmaceutical drugs through a federal program. But experts say systemic change — like paroling more aging inmates and keeping people with mental illness or substance abuse out of prison — is needed to curtail expenses.

Texans shouldn’t expect costs to come down if the state continues to incarcerate “the same kind of demo-

graphics you’re sending to prison now,” said Owen Murray, vice president for the University of Texas Medical Branch’s Correctional Managed Care.

“I think a lot of the lowhanging fruit has already been trimmed,” said Marc Levin, the vice president of criminal justice at the Texas Public Policy Foundation.

“It’s always good to look for other efficiency options, but I do think to some degree, if we don’t address the prison population and medical parole issues, we’re kind of going to be tinkering around the edges, as far as achieving either a cost reduction or even just holding the line.”

Despite ballooning costs, some say the system fails to adequately address their needs. And as lawmakers try to contain costs, some — including plaintiffs in an ongoing federal lawsuit — suggest

TDCJ’s understaffed health care system does not meet constitutional standards.

“Some days, it’s very questionable,” said state Sen. John Whitmire, who chairs the Senate Criminal Justice Committee.

Expensive treatments The U.S. Supreme Court held in 1976 that prisoners have a constitutional right to health care. Since 1994, university providers with UTMB and Texas Tech have provided medical care to Texas inmates.

But a class-action lawsuit filed in September alleges that TDCJ and UTMB have violated inmates’ constitutional rights by denying them treatment with drugs considered the standard of care for Hepatitis C. The Food and Drug Administration approved the use of an antiviral drug in 2011 that has cure rates of over 90%

and is now the standard of care for all Hepatitis C patients. But the complaint states that TDCJ and UTMB officials only consider such treatment for inmates who already have liver damage, which indicates the disease is posing more serious health risks.

In Texas, at least 18,000 inmates have been diagnosed with the virus, and nearly 45,000 may be infected, according to the Houston Chronicle. Prison populations across the country commonly have a higher percentage of infected people since Hepatitis C is often contracted through shared needles.

Dr. Melanie Roberts, a pharmacist with TDCJ, said free-world prevalence of Hepatitis C is about 1.5%. In 2018, she reported that number was 12.9% within the prison population.

HIV and Hepatitis C account for more than half of

UTMB’s pharmaceutical drug costs. If plaintiffs in the ongoing lawsuit are successful, that percentage could increase.

Hepatitis C treatments have become more and more expensive in recent years, and that trend is expected to continue, Murray said. A spokesman for TDCJ said the agency cannot comment on pending litigation.

During a 2018 meeting, Roberts said the cost per patient per course of treatment was $17,308 — down from an estimate of $63,000 Murray gave lawmakers in 2014.

Scott Henson, executive director of the criminal justice reform nonprofit Just Liberty, said many aging prisoners have long sentences for serious crimes but no longer pose a public safety risk.

“Most of those gray hairs, if they get out, aren’t going to take their walker and go on a crime spree,” Henson said.

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LSCO boss Dr. Thomas From Page 1 president.

“She has really helped me learn my way around,” Johnson said.

But mostly Saturday, Johnson turned on the memory machine.

“I lived in Port Arthur all the way through first grade,” he said. “My parents had been living there since 1945, when my dad got out of World War II and they got married.

“My older brothers and sisters all graduated from Thomas Jefferson.”

Johnson’s father, Otis, 93, a DeQuincy, Louisiana, native, worked as building superintendent at Port Arthur’s Federal Building.

It was home of the old downtown Post Office and is currently being remodeled to house the offices of the nearby Motiva refinery.

“I spent a tremendous amount of time in downtown Port Arthur,” Johnson said.

“My grandparents and a lot of my aunts and uncles lived around, in Port Neches and Bridge City.”

Johnson said his mother, Margie, was a welder in the Texaco refinery during the war and his dad worked at Texaco a while before settling in at the Federal Building.

When Johnson was 7, the family moved near Livingston and his father lives there today. The LSCO prez says he drove up there Saturday to visit his dad before his trip to Port Arthur.

“My mother and father were married almost 72 years when she died,” Johnson said.

He was the youngest of five children.

Johnson attended Sam Houston State in Huntsville and worked summers on the staff of U.S. Congressman Charlie Wilson.

Pictures of he and Wilson

are prominent on his office mantle, but they are tiny next to a wall-size plaque from his 20 years in law enforcement.

Before he was an educator, Johnson won a degree in criminal justice from Sam Houston, and worked for the Houston Police Department.

Midway in, he was assigned to the security detail for then Vice President George H.W. and future First Lady Barbara Bush during their frequent visits to their adopted hometown.

“They were two of the nicest people I’ve ever met,” Johnson said.

He was working in Community Services for the PD when the DARE program began there. He got a master’s in management and went into training administration at the Houston Police Academy.

“We had 5,500 police officers and 2,000 civilians that

had to keep up their educational requirements and then, of course, you’re training the cadets.”

Johnson picked up his doctorate in higher education and headed up the HPD’s Strategic Planning division until he retired.

“I was very fortunate that I worked in many aspects of a police department that prepared me,” he said.

Johnson returned to his alma mater and worked with Sam Houston State’s Border Security Program. He taught classes there and for Houston Community College.

He spent 12 years at Tyler Junior College, advancing to assistant vice president of student affairs.

“I was very, very happy when I got the call that allowed me to come here,” Johnson said. “I love Orange.

I love the community. We’re just a few shy of 2,400 students, a six-year high for en-

his spot on the ballot as have current Precinct 3 Commissioner Kirk Roccaforte and first-time candidate Carl LeBlanc, contesting Roccaforte.

Lannie Claybar, in Precinct 1, is the only incumbent running for Constable.

Jeremiah Gunter is running in Precinct 2, Brad Frye in Precinct 3, and Matt Ortego in Precinct 4.

County maintenance worker Jeff Young has filed with the county to run for county judge and attorney Michael Catt has done preliminary paperwork for the 163rd District judgeship. But Covey said neither had sealed the deal as of Monday.

Also, Mike Marion, assis-

tant county attorney, filed with the county to run against Johnson for County Court At-Law No. 2 but not yet with the GOP. And Sam “Sambo” Carpenter, Jr. is taking on Frye for Precinct 3 Constable but has not filed with the GOP. Chris Berry filed with the county for Precinct 2 Constable but is bowing out, putting his support to Gunter.

“I had pledged to run before I got flooded out by the storm [Tropical Storm Imelda],” he said. “But now I’m redoing my house and I can’t do a campaign.

“I am supporting Jeremiah now. He and I did SWAT training together and he’s a good man.”

Election filings From Page 1 Running for county office in Texas requires a candidate to file twice.

A candidate must designate a treasurer in paperwork filed with the county elections office before he/she can announce intention to run and begin to raise or spend campaign money.

Then the candidate has to file and pay a filing fee to his/ her political party.

Louis Ackerman, chairman of the Orange County Democratic Party, said no candidates had filed with him as of Monday.

Incumbent John Gothia and Ernest Bayard, a Vidor blueberry farmer, have filed to be on the primary ballot for County Judge.

Rob Strause, a Sheriff deputy, has filed to run for Sheriff.

Courtney Arkeen, Judge of the 128th District Court, has filed for reelection, while Orange lawyer Rex Peveto has filed for the 163rd District Court bench being vacated by retiring Judge Dennis Powell.

Incumbent Troy Johnson has filed for reelection as County Court At Law No. 2 Judge, Covey said.

John Kimbrough has filed for his eighth four-year term as County/District Attorney.

Incumbent Karen Fisher has filed for another term as Tax Assessor-Collector.

Precinct 1 Commissioner Johnny Trahan has locked up

Thanksgiving blessing come from cloud From Page 1 appropriate addition to her own “family recipe” book she received as a wedding gift last year.

“I’m so excited the recipe has been found,” said Penny LeLeux. “I was thinking about them the other day, and then the recipe popped up in my feed on Facebook from my sister.” LeLeux said she plans on taking a stab at making the cookies this holiday season. “That recipe makes a ton of cookies,” she said.

“They are great to cut into shapes for the holidays, but I remember Granny Heath just using a drinking glass to cut them out in circles.”

Sometime her grandmother would just use that glass as a rolling pin to roll out the dough, too.

“Now if somebody can just get her dumplings down,” laughed LeLeux.

Granny Heath’s Tea Cake Recipe

4 ½ cups flour 3 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup Crisco (can substitute butter) 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 8 tablespoons canned milk 2 teaspoons vanilla Preheat oven to 350 degrees Sift together dry ingredients and set aside.

Cream Crisco and sugar till fluffy.

Add eggs, milk, and vanilla to creamed mixture and blend well. Stir in dry ingredients ½ cup at a time.

Dough can be rolled out to cut shaped cookies or dropped with a spoon and squished to make round cookies.

For rolled cookies lightly flour your work space and roll out 3/8 to ½ inch thick sheet of dough and cut as de-

sired. Place on cookie sheet ½ inches apart.

For drop cookies use a table spoon or cookie scoop to drop dough directly on ungreased cookie sheet 1-1/2 inches apart. (Cookies will get bigger when you squish them) I use a drinking glass with a flat round bottom.

Lightly butter the bottom of the glass and dip it into some sugar. Gently press the dough to 3/8– ½ thicknesses.

Bake until bottom of cookie is light brown. Remove from cookie sheet while warm to prevent sticking to the pan.

growth is wonderful. If we’re able to land Chevron Phillips [an $8 billion chemical plant], I believe we’re on the verge of revitalizing the entire Golden Triangle, which is incredible.”

Johnson says he and his brothers and sisters were the first in their family to finish high school.

“Education is a great equalizer in our country,” he said.

“I’m proof of that.

“I would like to spend the rest of my life – however long it is – educating young people and people who need second chances. I have no intention of retiring. I feel like I’m right where I need to be.”

County business From Page 1 another year, but start planning for 2021’s audit next summer.

In weekly bills, the commissioners agreed to pay $295,391.82.

But only after a short discussion regarding two invoices to the county’s grants administrator, Wendorf, Beward & Partners totaling $150,000.

Commissioners Kirk Roccaforte and Theresa Beauchamp have protested the amount of payments to the company, which are supposed to be reimbursed by

FEMA for Hurricane Harvey expenses.

But Gothia said these invoices had been held up pending the county’s receipt of more FEMA grants. He said the county had recently received $1.4 million in FEMA money, so it was releasing the payment.

“We’ve been sitting on these invoices since about April waiting on that $1.4 million,” Gothia said.

Schmitt said the county was still waiting on about $40,000 in CDBG funds from Harvey.

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No more cookies for the holidays…until now.

Recently, she stumbled on the ingredients list for the cookies in her cloud storage and posted the recipe to Facebook.

“I thought the recipe was lost?” said her sister Penny LeLeux.

“It was, but I found the ingredients list in my cloud storage,” said Walles. “I’ve been making these things for over 40 years now. I knew how to put it all together; I just couldn’t remember the exact amounts to put in.”

In the chat, a cousin, Shannon Heath, stated she has had the recipe. “I’ve tried twice and they still aren’t as good as hers,” she said. “I’ll get it one day.”

Walles’ niece Janet LeLeux is happy the recipe was found. She doesn’t really care for the cookies themselves, but she knows how much they have been cherished in family and feels it will be an

rollment.

“This summer, we had to have three graduations at the Shahan Center. We’re going to have to have two graduations at the Lutcher Theater in December.”

The state reduced tuition by 25 percent at LSCO this fall and the school is putting together its first 10-year master plan.

“We’re very excited about the growth of the footprint of the college,” Johnson said.

“We’re looking at adding more programs, particularly in the area of workforce or vocational trades.

“What I’ve seen in Port Arthur, what we have is growing and the potential for

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CONDOLENCES We were sorry to learn of the death of Dora Ellen Barte Barnwell, 90, on Nov. 23. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Nov. 27, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Dora, a 1946 Orange High School graduate, married James Bardwell, May 6, 1949. They had four children, “Jimbo,” “Tommy,” “Ernie” and Nancy. Dora, a devout Christian, was loved by everyone who knew her. She was “MeMaw” to all her offspring who were devoted to her.

Our condolences to her family and friends. *****Peggy O’Quinn Mortimer, 84, passed away Nov. 24. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. at North Orange Baptist Church. Visitation scheduled 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday at Claybar Funeral Home. I had known this beautiful, kind lady and her late husband “Yankee” Mortimer over many years. Ms. Peggy waited on me many times as a department head when it was fun to buy clothes at Bealls.

She and “Yankee” raised a great family, George, Mark and Sherri. “Nana” was loved by all and was a great lady.

May she rest in peace. Please see Obituaries.

From The Creaux’s Nest COUNTING OUR BLESSINGS Even though we start on a sad note with the passing of so many good people, I’m thankful that God chose to put us Cajuns and the crawfish down in the same place. How awful it would have been if he had put the Cajuns in Arizona. Personally, I’m thankful for great friends. We’re thankful for the outstanding readership The Record Newspapers enjoy. Thanks to the business people who support us. We remain today the most popular papers in Orange County. We’re thankful to our staff that are dedicated to their jobs and take pride in putting out a good, loyal, hometown newspaper, locally owned and locally supported. We should all be thankful for the great area we live in. Think about it, in just a few minutes we can be at a fishing hole on the lake or out in the Gulf.

The fresh and saltwater fish are plentiful and most of the time it’s “Chamber of Commerce” weather with eight months of summer. We’re two hours from Houston and only a few hours from New Orleans. We live on the interstate and are surrounded by rivers and the intercostal waterway. We grow a lot of beautiful plants, fruit and fresh vegetables. Most of all it is truly a blessing if we have good health. A happy Thanksgiving to you all.*****Hop on and come along, it won’t do you no harm.

THE PASSING OF TWO GREAT FRIENDS John Roy Frederick, Sr., age 76, unexpectedly died of a massive heart attack Thursday, Nov. 21, and Judge Joe Parkhurst, 77, passed away Friday, November 22.

John Roy Frederick, Sr. The death of John Roy was a real shocker. Last Monday he came by the office and brought a box of persimmons he had picked from two trees his grandfather had planted over 75 years ago on Fredrick’s Knoll, where John Roy’s tire and lube shop is located. He attended the Wednesday Lunch Bunch gathering Wednesday where he and I sat elbow to elbow. John Roy was full of stories and told several jokes. He really liked people and people were attracted to him. He was upbeat but seemed to be concerned by only one thing. An environmental group had notified him they would inspect his shop Thursday and to be prepared to show his records for the last three years. How he had disposed of every used tire and every drop of used oil. In the 10 years in business he had never dealt with them before.

He relayed horror stories about the environmental agency that he had heard. He spent all week and weekend cleaning up and finding what records he could for the Thursday visit. He had worried about the inspection. I tried to calm him by saying more than likely in the worst case scenario they would fine him and order changes, if any, he would have to make. He asked if he should have attorney Rex Peveto there when they visited. I said if he needed an attorney it probably could wait until after they came. I got the shock of my life on the very day they were coming, when I got a call from Marlene Merritt that John Roy had passed away. “Can’t be, I was with him several hours before, I said.” John Roy would go any where at anytime to help anyone. He enjoyed life and liked to fellowship with the Lunch Bunch. He loved his church and the last meeting of the Lunch Bunch, he invited everyone to the annual Mauriceville gathering held in early December. John Roy was an ambassador for the community that raised him. His folks were early pioneers and he loved his heritage, his family and friends. John Roy Fredrick was laid to rest Tuesday, November 26, at the old Linscomb Cemetery, in Mauriceville, after a 2 p.m. service at Claybar Funeral Home, in Orange. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Condolences to his family.

Judge Joe Parkhurst Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Nov. 27, at 2 p.m. at North Orange Baptist Church for Judge Joe Parkhurst, burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Joe was a proud product of the Cove community. He often sited the names of the many good folks raised in the Cove, which Judge Janice Menard was one of. He was a left-handed pitcher for Bridge City High School and attended Sam Houston on a baseball scholarship. He studied Journalism under longtime, legendary writer Leon Hale.

Joe loved to fellowship with the Lunch Bunch crowd. He and Joe Kazmar often spoke of their semi-pro baseball days. According to them they were unbeatable with the lefty Parkhurst and righty Kazmar on the mound. Joe lived a good life, spent in different vocations. He and wife Gayle enjoyed their driving trips to Las Vegas Gayle didn’t fly; Joe didn’t mind, the trip together was always a treat.

One of his proudest moments was living to see his son Steve become a district judge. He was extremely proud of his family and often invited his grandson, in the Coast Guard, to attend the Lunch Bunch meetings when in town. Pam Honeycutt, who acts as secretary of the Lunch Bunch, visited with Joe by phone while he was in the hospital. He was optimistic that he would be coming home soon. She too was shocked to learn that later that day he had passed away. Over the years, I enjoyed many great hours with my friend Joe. I always thought of him and Judge Derry Dunn as a pair. They spent many years together as educators at LCM High School. Joe Parkhurst was a good man. I’m honored to have known him. May he rest in peace.

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2009 In Orange on Friday the 61st annual Jaycees’ parade will start at MacArthur Shopping Center and travel all the way down to Fourth Street. Parade marshal will be Skipper Thrailkille Free, a fun lady and one of our few remaining characters. Skipper was born at Shangri La in a house owned by Lutcher Stark. Since that birth, in the early 1930s, Skipper has seen many changes, from World War II to the present. She also knew many of the great pioneers, now deceased, that built Orange into what it is today. As a youngster, she and lifetime friend Gordon Baxter, entertained throughout the area. Many of the places had chicken wire in front of the bandstand to stop the flying beer bottles. Skipper is a collector of history and her mind is filled with stories of a life filled with fun. Her joyful personality is geared to being forever young. She’s a great choice for marshal; she has seen the many faces of Orange and knows so much of its history.*****Bridge City kicks off holiday season on Saturday with a day filled with activities, bargains from local participating merchants and a “Parade of Lights.”*****The community, devastated by Hurricane Ike, is going all out for a big 50th celebration.

According to chairwoman Donna Scales, it will be a holiday shopping spree throughout the city. Activities will go on all day. Everybody loves a parade.*****Mark Dunn, chamber president, invites the entire community and it’s neighbors to come join in the spirit of Christmas.***** It was with deep sadness we learned of the passing of Brian Patrick Bergeron, 43, on Thanksgiving Day. We had known Brian since he was born in 1966. Services were Saturday. Our sympathies go out to his mom Janie, a longtime friend, son Joshua Lawrance, named after Brian’s late father, and brothers David, Gary, Mike and their families.*****We were saddened to learn about the death of Billy Nelms, 48, who lost his life in an automobile accident near Rayne, La., Nov. 29. Bill had spent Thanksgiving with his aunt Mary Stanton and her family in Bridge City. (Since then Mary has passed away.)***** We’ve lost our list of birthdays to Ike but here are a few special ones.

Richard Briggs celebrates this week, also Buddy Sheppard. Whatever became of him anyway? We haven’t heard from him since the sheriff’s election.*****Randy Philpott has a birthday, also Eddie Robertson, Lois Boehme, John Garrison, Patty Gilliam and Shea Bolton.*****Attention: Sharon Bearden has been trying to peddle some kittens around the courthouse. He is pimping for his Siamese mama cat and taking orders for her next litter.***** County Commissioner Owen Burton has announced for reelection of Precinct 2. The primary election day is March 2, with early voting Feb. 5 to Feb. 25. Friday, Dec. 4, is the first day to sign up for Democratic and Republican primaries. So far, we have received announcements also from Justice of the Peace Janice Menard, Precinct 3 and Judge Derry Dunn, Precinct 2. We also received an announcement from David Peck, who is seeking the office of JP Precinct 1. Judge Joe Parkhurst is not seeking re-election. It’s expected that Precinct 4 Commissioner Beamon Minton, will file for re-election as well as a couple more candidates announcing for JP.

40 Years Ago-1979 The West Orange-Stark Mustangs lose hard fought game, 12-7, to Baytown Lee in the Astrodome. Coach Steve McCathy’s Mustang 22-AAAA champions lost the bi-district contest but have a lot to build on next year.***** David Richard is upset at the dentist who made his dentures too big. He says it makes his lips so tight he can’t pucker up. Then he added, “A coonass who can’t pucker is out of business.”*****Students honored by the Optimist Club are Bill Fort, LC-M, Nancy Bulovas, Ray Rogers and Norma Roberts of WO-S and Arnal Miller of Orangefield.*****Randy Lynch and Kirk Guidry are recovering after being involved in an auto accident. *****We received an invitation that states at midnight on January 1, at Brown Center, Vicki Drake Curtis will become Mrs. Frank Brown. She is the daughter of Betty and Earl Drake. (Editor’s note: They have been married for coming on 40 years. Frank is the son of the late Edgar Brown III.

45 Years Ago-1974 Basketball season opens for local high schools. Little Cypress-Mauriceville will feature Clint Plant, Dale McCall, Buck Roberts, C.E. Roth and Gary Mikschion on the court. The Stark High Tigers will spotlight Donald Mosby, Michael Davis, Gerald Antoine, Robert Kelly and Marcus Floyd.*****The Dolly family all celebrates birthdays in December. Mama Vera, on the 5th, Jerry, 7th, Kenny, 10th, Kathy, 11th and papa Gerald, on the 12th. (Editor’s note: I wonder what became of those people. Gerald and Vera’s handle on their C.B. radios were Dagwood and Blondie. Good folks.)*****Peggy Smitherman is the only person on the P.S. Tire hunting trip that bagged a 6-point deer. *****Used car dealer Cecil Scales, also a bail bondsman, is running a used car special, “If you buy a car from him in December, he will bail you out of jail FREE during the holidays.” You can booze it up and not have to worry about the hoosegow. *****If you were to ask who is the nicest police officer you know, a majority would say, without hesitation, officer Charles Frederick, Orange P.D. (Editor’s note: I agree, he was a great guy in or out of uniform. I knew him well.)

A FEW HAPPENINGS The Bridge City Christmas Light Parade will be held

on Pearl Harbor night, Saturday, Dec. 7, starting at 6 p.m.

The Red, White and Blue parade will feature Cedric Stout, 98, the area’s only Pearl Harbor survivor as parade marshal. Everybody loves a parade.*****A few folks we know celebrating their special day in the next few days.

Nov. 27, finds District Attorney John Kimbrough celebrating his birthday. John was a youngster when elected DA. The years have flown by and he’s looking at his hole card, is it time to go or stay. John continues to do a good job, my guess is that he still enjoys his job and will give it one more term.***Also celebrating Nov. 27, is D.J. “Ace” Amadeo, 94, a World War II veteran. At one time “Ace” was the go to guy to find out what was going on throughout the county. In his head “Ace” has volumes of Orange County history and happenings, even death at the city jail where he was the dispatcher. Today he’s in a Pinehurst retirement home. Happy Birthday “Ace,” thanks for the memories.***Celebrating also is Roy’s sister Shirley Kogas, a proud Saint’s fan.***** On Nov. 28, a good guy we have known since he was a teenage groom, who married Debbie, David Fusilier, has spent a lifetime as the go to guy at Cormier Well Service.***Also celebrating is former Record editor and VA Administrator, Jerry Childress and our friend Russell Dillow.***Nov. 29, celebrating today is former county commissioner Barry Burton.***Also celebrating on this date is one of Sharon and Carol’s two boys, Tyler Bearden. Tyler married Brad and Carlis Roy’s daughter Ashley and moved to Houston to raise their family. A great couple.*****Nov. 30, finds our friend Evelyn Brandon celebrating today. Evelyn is sharing her birthday with Kirk Ellender and Vance Chauvin. One can sing, the other can whistle.*****Dec. 1, we extend our best Happy Birthday wishes to a great guy and longtime friend, Flo’s better half, Gene Edgerly.***Happy 41st anniversary wishes to Janelle and George Sehon and to Stephanie and Alex Hurst on their first year anniversary.*****Dec. 2, happy birthday to Carolyn Smith Andrus and to Ms. Phyl’s only sibling, Jo Ann Huard, who turns 87. Happy Birthday to all.****U.S.A. Today reported Tuesday that Central Texas is on a pace for a ninth straight year of record-setting home sales. People from other states continue to pour into Texas.*****Here’s a prediction that I’m making. HEB, as previously planned, will not build a new store at the MacArthur Shopping Center location. The buildings have all been cleared away and HEB has until January to back out of the deal. I figure since they are entering the Dallas market for the first time, that’s where their money and efforts will go. I could be wrong, sometimes I am, but I’d bet on this one.*****The Lunch Bunch will dine at Robert’s Wednesday, Dec. 4. We will miss a couple of the regulars who, this week, have gone to their Heavenly home.

Everyone welcome. Please make an effort to come join us.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK A Texan was driving da back way, following da Louisiana Gulf Coast. He drive through Cameron, Lake Arthur, between Gueydan and Kaplan. He sees a sign in front of an old wooden shanty-style hours, “Talking dog for sale.”

Da Texan him, knocks on da door, da owner Otis Comeaux tells da Texan da dog is in da backyard him. Da guy goes in da backyard and sees a nice looking Labrador retriever sitting dere, “You talk?” he axe.

“Yep” da Lab says. Da Texan him is nearly in shock from hearing a dog talk.

So wats your story?” he axe.

Dat old Lab looks up and says, “Well, I discovered that I could talk wen I was jus a Cajun pup. I wanted to help da government so I told da CIA. In no time dey had me jetting from country to country, sitting in rooms wit spies and world leaders. No one figured a dog would be eavesdropping. I was dere most valuable spy me, for eight years.

Den I decide to come back to Cajun country to settle down.

I got a job at da Lake Charles Airport doing undercover security. I uncovered some incredible dealings. I was awarded a bunch of medals, got married and had a mess of puppies. Now I’m retired, me.”

Da Texan is so amazed he can’t say nuttin. He goes to the old shack and axe Comeaux wat he’d take for dat dog.”

Comeaux says, “I’ll take ten dollar for him.”

“Ten dollars?” says da Texan, “Dat dog is amazing.

Why on earth are you selling him so darn cheap?”

Comeaux said, “Because he’s a liar him, he never did any of dat crap.”

C’EST TOUT Bret Stephens, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal Europe, starting in 1999, now retired, wrote an op-ed in the New York Times calling for the impeachment and removal of the President. The piece he wrote titled, “The United States is staring to look a lot like Ukraine,” is an eye-opening column too long to run in my limited space.

In it he sites the congressional testimonies of Marie Yovanovich, Bill Taylor, Gordon Sondland, Alexander Vindman and especially Fiona Hill. None had anything to gain and plenty to loose by being truthful. Fiona Hill, in her testimony, warned members of the House Intelligence Committee that they ran the risk of themselves falling victim to “politically driven falsehoods regarding a bogus theory about Ukrainian political interference that so clearly advances Russian interest.” Yet the person who is both the principal consumer and purveyor of the falsehoods is the president of the United States, just as he has been a purveyor of so many other conspiracy theories.

This should astound us. It doesn’t because we’ve been living in a country undergoing its own dismal process of Urbanization; of treating fictions as facts and propaganda as journalism (Fox) and political opponents as criminals, political offices as business ventures, personal relatives as diplomatic representatives, legal friends as shadow cabinet members and extortion as foreign policy. He refers to fellow citizens as “human scum, and mortal enemies as long lost friends. He then acts as if all this is perfectly normal. This is more than a high crimes, it’s a clear and present danger to our security, institutions and moral hygiene. Ukraine fighting Russian aggression in the field for a better government has shown itself worthy of the worlds support. It is to the enduring shame of the Republican Party that they have been willing to debase our political standards to the old Ukrainian level just when Ukraine is trying to rise to our former level. The only way to stop this is to make every effort to remove Trump from office.

We shouldn’t have to wait a year. (Editor’s note: The latest poll out Tuesday shows 50 percent agree Trump should be impeached and removed from office. That’s the opinion of 61 percent of all women.)***** Thanks for your time. Let us hear from you. My time is up. Goodbye, good luck and God bless. Happy Thanksgiving.

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The Record • Week of Wednesday, November 27, 2019 •

Starlight COGIC to hold Thanksgiving service Starlight COGIC is having One Hour of Power on anksgiving Day. e service will begin at 11 a.m. Come join us as we praise, worship, and testify of God’s goodness.

Golden K Kiwanis to meet Orange K Kiwanis meets 9:30 a.m. each Wed., with meeting from 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m.at Salvation Army, Orange 77630, corner of MLK and W. Park (Strickland), also known as Old Highway 90.

On Wed., Nov. 27: No meeting planned due to anksgiving holiday. e following Wed., Dec. 4: Linda Pittillo will discuss her trip to Romania and to Dracula's Castle that she and husband Bill took recently. She will also elaborate on visiting with the common folk of Romania. On Wed., Dec. 11: Diane Grooters will tell stories about her recent trip to Europe with husband Johnny in October. For questions or information may be directed to Anne by email at annieoakley1116 @gmail.com.

Kiwanis Orange sets 71st Christmas parade e Kiwanis Club of Orange will present the 71st Annual Orange Christmas Parade on Friday, December 6, 2019 at 6 p.m. is year’s theme will be “A Disney Christmas.” Parade entries will be accepted through Tuesday, December 3.

Entry forms are available on the Kiwanis Club of Orange Facebook page. ey are also available at Mann Insurance Agency, 1505 Park Avenue, Orange and from the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce (1012 Green Ave., Orange). e parade entry fee is $20. All fees offset the cost of the parade. Advance registration is required for every entry. On-site registration is not accepted. Parade questions may be directed to the Kiwanis Facebook page or via email to KiwanisOrangeTX@gmail.com or visit the Kiwanis Club of Orange Facebook page at www.facebook.com/orangetxkiwanis

First Presbyterian Annual Open House First Presbyterian Church, located at 902 Green Avenue, Orange, Texas, will host its Annual Christmas Open House during the Orange Christmas Parade on the evening of Friday, December 6, 2019. Doors of the Frances Ann Lutcher Memorial Building will open at 5:30pm and remain open throughout the parade. Be our guests, watch the parade and indulge in cookies, cocoa and coffee.

Bags of popcorn will be served on the sidewalk in front of the church. For any questions contact the church office at 409-883-2097.

Orange County Beekeepers Group Meetings e Orange County Beekeepers Group meets the first Tuesday of each month 6pm at La Cantina Restaurant 2709 McArthur Drive in Orange.

Anyone interested in Honeybees or Beekeeping is welcome to attend our meeting. We are a group of local beekeepers interested in spreading information about honeybees and the pollination service they perform. is group works with the Orange County Ag Agent to expand beekeeping opportunity in Orange. We also

strive to aid and assist fellow beekeepers, any new beekeepers and the general public. Officers of the Orange County Apiary Committee are normally in attendance to answer questions and assist Orange County residents. For information or assistance with Honeybee removals please contact the Orange County Agrilife office 409-882-7010, Len VanMarion 409-728-0344 Texas Master Beekeeper, Christie Ray 409-550-9195 owner of QueenBee Supply in Orange or Brian Muldrow 713-377-0356, owner of Muldrow Bee Farm.

Trees for Bridge City Homes On December 14th, homeowners in Bridge City will have a chance to get a free Oak tree for their yards. e City will be giving away 250 trees to citizens of Bridge City. Each residence will be given one tree from the four varieties of Oak trees being made available to us as part of a grant program from the non-profit Trees for Houston and the Arbor Day Foundation. Bridge City residents may come by City Hall at 260 Rachal or call 7356801 to sign up for a tree. e City will be taking reservations from citizens between November 1st and November 29th after which the reservations will open to other Orange County residents. Tree pick-up will be Saturday, December 14th at the BCISD Bus Barn on West Roundbunch.

Trees for Schools and Park At the same time the trees are being given away at the bus barn, a crew of your neighbors, along with Trees for Houston and the Arbor Day Foundation, will be planting another 50 trees around the Bridge City Elementary (BCE) and Intermediate (BCI) Schools and at the City Park. If you’d like to volunteer to help with that project, please let us know by calling City Hall at 735-6801. en on Saturday December 14th come to the BCE parking lot around 8:30 am with a pair of gloves, a shovel if you have one, and a 5-gallon bucket that you don’t need anymore. We’ll put you and your equipment to work.

player / $350 foursome and the deadline to enter is Nov. 9th. ere will be a $50 Ball Drop, $25 Strokes, $1200 Grand Prize, a Hole in One for hole #14 sponsored by Sabine River Ford with a new truck the prize with other prizes as well.

Please call 409-883-4531 or email karad@ccorange.org for registration details.

Dementia Care Givers' Support Group e Dementia Care Givers' Support Group meets at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Canticle Building, 4300 Meeks Drive in Orange on the following days and times: Second Wednesday of every month at 10:00 a.m., and Second ursday of every month at 6:30 p.m..

Seek & Find Resale Store e Seek & Find Resale Shop is open on ursdays from Noon to 6 pm, Fridays from noon to 3 pm and Saturdays from 7:30 am to 1 pm. We are selling all types of used items - clothes, toys, books, household items,etc. Our proceeds help fund our music programs at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Please come and see us at 985 W. Roundbunch Road, next to Happy Donuts.

Orange Al-Anon meetings Al-Anon can help if someone close to you has a drinking problem. Al-Anon meets Sundays & Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., North Orange Baptist Church, 4775 N. 16th St. (Rear), Orange, TX 77632. Call 474-2171 or 988-2311 for more info.

Calls are kept Confidential.

Pinnacle Music Academy Pinnacle Academy offers private music lessons for Piano, Vocal, Guitar, Drums, Bass Trumpet, Ukulele, and more for all ages. Learn all musical styles including Pop, Rock, Country, Metal, Jazz,

Blues, and Hip Hop. Pinnacle Academy is located at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 945 W. Roundbunch, Bridge City. Come and discover this opportunity to learn an instrument in the local area. For more information, call 409-2413920 or visit www.PinnacleMusicAcademy.com.

Orange County Beekeeping Group e Orange County Beekeepers Group is a group of local beekeepers interested in spreading information about honeybees and the pollination service they perform. e group also strives to aid and assist fellow beekeepers, any new beekeepers, and the general public. For information or assistance with honeybee removals, please contact Len VanMarion 409-728-0344 or Brian Muldrow 713-377-0356.

AA/NA Meeting every Wednesday Pathway to Freedom is an Open Discussion Fellowship of men and women who have been affected either directly or indirectly by the use of any mood altering chemical or codependent behavior. We believe that as we look to a loving God for help, and put into practice those principles for living which He has given in His Word, we shall find both the strength and freedom we need to live productive and happy lives. We believe that our "higher power" is Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. While we do believe that Jesus is the Christ, the resurrected and living Son of God, the meeting holds no view concerning denominational preference or beliefs.

Join us at Cove Baptist Church located at 1005 Dupont Drive in West Orange each Wednesday at 7pm for Pathway to Freedom. For more Information call 409-883-4155 between 9 AM and 4 PM. You can leave a message, if no answer and we will call you back.

First Methodist to host Christmas Night Out Child care and gift wrapping available for a good cause. Have a night out on us. e goal of this event is to help our community through the hectic holiday season. On December 18, from 58pm the community is invited to bring in presents for the youth group to wrap or Christmas cards that need to be addressed. We will also provide the church facility to provide a night of childcare so parents can Christmas shop that night. Register your child online here: https://tinyurl.com/childcaregiftwrapping Both services will be in the Family Life Center located at the corner of 5th Street and Elm Street.

Cost: All donations All donations from this will go to our Angels and Elves shopping trip in which we bless our community by buying gifts for less fortunate families in our city.

Community Christian School Golf Tourney Community Christian School has rescheduled their Golf Tournament at Sunset Grove Country Club to April 4th. e tourney will cost $100 per

Orange Golden K Kiwanis recently was honored to have Kathy Dorman of Orange discussing ham radios at its weekly meeting, and conducting a power point on all kinds of information for ham radio enthusiasts.

From left are Karen McKinney, Lt. Gov., Area 10, Texas-Oklahoma Kiwanis International; Dorman; and Dennis Ferrell, Orange Golden K Kiwanis newly installed president. The group meets every Wednesday, unless before a major holiday, at 9:30 a.m. for coffee, with meeting lasting from 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the Salvation Army Building on MLK Drive in Orange. There is no meeting this Wednesday, November 27, due to the Thanksgiving holiday on November 28.

‘Margaritaville’ plays at Lutcher on Dec. 7 e Lutcher eater is proud to welcome home Ms. Sophie Braud in her National Broadway tour debut in Jimmy Buffet's Escape to Margaritaville. e Orange, Texas native grew up dancing on the Lutcher eater stage with the Lorna Badon School of Fine Arts. She is a 2015 graduate of LCM High School and a graduate of the Ann Lacy School Of American Dance and Arts at Oklahoma City University. Ms. Braud has held roles in West Side Story; Hello, Dolly!; Mamma Mia! (Lyric eatre of Oklahoma); and in Texas! e Musical (e Pioneer Amphitheater). Sophie credits her success to endless love of family, friends, mentors, and most importantly, God. Follow Sophie on Instagram @sophie_braud www.sophiebraud.com #loveforlorna.

Welcome to Margaritaville, where people come to get away from it all – and stay to find something they never expected.

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Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming musical with the most unforgettable songs from one of music’s greatest storytellers.

Plan your escape in this new musical about the choices we make – and the people we become – once we’ve had a change in latitude.

Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville will play at the Lutcher eater in Orange, Texas on Saturday, December 7, 2019. Tickets start at $55 and are on sale now at at lutcher.org or by calling the Box Office at (409) 886-5535.

USA Today calls it “A little slice of paradise!” and Entertainment Weekly raves, “It will knock your flip-flops off!” So don’t let the party start without you.

With a book by Emmy Award winner Greg Garcia (“My Name

See BUFFET, Page 7A

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Deaths and Memorials

John Roy Frederick, Sr., 76, Mauriceville John Roy Frederick, Sr., 76, lifelong resident of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on November 21, 2019, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services was at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating was Reverend Kevin Brown of First Baptist Church-Mauriceville. Burial was at Linscomb Cemetery in Mauriceville.

Visitation was held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, November 25, 2019, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on September 6, 1943, he was the son of Lawrence Arnold Frederick and Madeline Inez (Nash) Frederick. John Roy was the owner of Mauriceville Tire and Lube. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church-Mauriceville. John Roy was very involved in the Mauriceville community. He was always willing to serve wherever he was needed. Many referred to John Roy as “Mr. Mauriceville.” He enjoyed spending time at the lake, whistling, dancing, singing, antique classic cars, and tending to his cows that he considered pets. John Roy will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

Peggy O’Quinn Mortimer, 84, Orange Peggy O’Quinn Mortimer, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 24, 2019, at her home.

Funeral services were held Saturday, November 30, 2019, at North Orange Baptist Church in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Born in Sulphur, Louisiana, on September, 21, 1935, she was the daughter of Howard O’Quinn and Ollie Jones O’Quinn. Peggy was a dedicated employee and worked as a Department Manager at Bealls Department Store for over 20 years. She was a longtime devoted and very active member of North Orange Baptist Church. Peggy was extremely involved in her family’s lives and was always there to support them in every endeavor they took on. She adored her grandchildren who knew her best as “Nana”. Peggy enjoyed dressing to the nines and always encouraged her husband Yankee to sport matching outfits with her. She loved to dance and she and Yankee were quite the dancing team.

She was always there to help and to put a smile on your face. Peggy’s memory will live on in the

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Madeline Frederick; his brother, Ercell Frederick; and his sister, Linda Frederick ompson.

He is survived by his children, Ercell Frederick and wife Kelly, Marie Beaver and husband David, Deedie Frederick Mooney, and JOHN ROY John Roy Frederick, Jr. FREDERICK SR. and wife Tammra; his step-son, Jayson Lyday and wife Holly; his siblings, Pat Cheek and husband Truett, Wayne Frederick, and Pam Williams and husband Jack; his 10 grandchildren, 5 greatgrandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild on the way; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Serving as pallbearers will be his grandsons, Cody Frederick, Justin Frederick, Brandon Frederick, Drew Frederick, Dylan Mooney, and Matthew Frederick.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to First Baptist Church-Mauriceville, P. O. Box 56, Mauriceville, Texas 77626. lives of her loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Ollie O’Quinn; and her loving husband of 61 years, Philip “Yankee” Mortimer.

Peggy is survived by children, George T. Mortimer and wife Lola, of Orange, Mark A. Mortimer and wife PEGGY O’QUINN Dana, of Bridge City, MORTIMER and Sherri D. Whatley and husband Mike, of Littleton, CO; grandchildren, Heather Loiacano and husband Jake, Ashley Fountain and husband Derek, Philip Mortimer and wife Ashley, Travis Whatley, and Meredith Whatley; great-grandchildren, Rook Fountain, Lincoln Fountain, Macy Loiacano, and Emree Loiacano; and her siblings, Jimmie Hunt and Michael O’Quinn and wife Margaret; along with numerous other family and friends.

Serving as pallbearers will be Travis Whatley, Derek Fountain, Philip Mortimer, Jake Loiacano, Lionel Vandigriff, and Bill Seale.

Melissa Mullins Phillips Memorial Service Nov. 29 A memorial service will be held for Melissa Mullins Phillips, formerly of Bridge City and resident of Austin, on Friday, Nov. 29 at the Bridge City Knights of Columbus Hall, 770 Avenue A, West Roundbunch Rd. e memorial will be held from 2 pm - 4 pm.

Melissa passed away on Oct. 24 at her home in Austin leaving behind her husband of 40 years, Johnny Phillips also formerly of Bridge City.

Melissa was well known and loved by many throughout the Bridge City and Orange County area. She was a kind and loving spouse and friend who was always willing to help others who reached out to her. Her smile and bright personality were refreshing and contagious. She will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her.

Melissa was proceeded in death by her parents George 'Moon' and Jean Mullins, and brother

Joe Parkhurst, 77, Orange Joe Parkhurst, 77, passed away peacefully Friday, November 22, 2019.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at North Orange Baptist Church. Officiating will be Pastor Matt Chandler of Life Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 p.m., at North Orange Baptist Church.

Born on August 10, 1942, in Tatum, Texas, Joe’s family moved to Orange when he was 4. He was always proud of growing up in the Cove and attending school there where he made lifelong friends. He attended high school at Bridge City where he participated in all sports but specialized in baseball where he was a left-handed pitcher.

After high school, he attended Sam Houston State University where he continued to play baseball and later was the sports news director for the university. He graduated with a degree in journalism and English. Later he would continue his education and get a master’s degree in guidance and counseling at McNeese State University in Lake Charles.

He was a teacher at Bridge City and West Orange, and a counselor at West Orange and at LCM High School for more than 30 years. Upon retiring from education, Joe was elected Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace in Orange County. He served the county 12 years and retired a second time.

Next he served as Pinehurst city administrator and retired a third time. He enjoyed serving the Little Cypress area as part of Emergency Services District 3 for more than 40 years, and president of ESD3 board of directors for more than 30 years. He was a member of Little Cypress Lions Club and always enjoyed attending the Wednes-

Mildred Pfluger, 96, Orange Mildred Pfluger, 96, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 19, 2019, in Houston, Texas.

Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, November 23, 2019, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating was Pastor Paul Zoch, of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Bridge City. Burial was at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation was held prior to the service beginning at 1:30 p.m. Born in Vinton, Louisiana, on June 21, 1923, she was the daughter of John Erkel Mobley and Rose Elizabeth (Sweeney) Mobley. Mildred was a devoted and longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Orange. She graduated from Vinton High School and went on to attend Port Arthur Business College as well as Lamar University. Mildred worked as a secretary for Consolidated Steel Corp. and spent many years working as a Teacher’s Aid for West Orange-Cove CISD. She was very involved in her community as a volunteer in the HOST Program, a Bluebird and Camp Fire Leader, and was a lifetime member of the Texas P.T. A. She adored her family and was always so proud of each and every one of them. e American Legion award was the highest honor you could receive at Vinton High School. e recipient was chosen by the school faculty and was kept a secret until graduation night. Mildred and her friend

Dennis Mullins of Bridge City.

Melissa is survived by brother and sisterin-law George and Kay Mullins of Jasper, Ga., and Maureen Crowly of Beaumont. In-laws include Wanda and Ray Dal Sasso of Orange, Janna and Gary Lindhorst of Houston.

Tanya and Frank MELISSA MULLINS Bertone of Crosby and PHILLIPS Teresa Gowan of Austin. She also leaves behind numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and life long friends from Bridge City and throughout Texas.

All friends and acquaintances of Melissa are invited and welcome to take part in the celebration of Melissa's life back in her hometown of Bridge City. day lunch bunch gatherings as well as Friday lunch with long-time Cove friend Tommy Hoffpauir.

Joe often said that he felt his purpose on earth was to help and encourage others. He touched numerous lives and helped countless individuals during his life. He loved being JOE from Orange and his PARKHURST loss will be felt deeply.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Lillian Parkhurst; and his beloved grandson, Indy Parkhurst.

He is survived by his wife, Gayle; his sister Pat Frederick of Mauriceville; three sons and their wives, Steve and Jennifer Parkhurst of Little Cypress; Greg and Meridith Parkhurst of Lumberton; and Chris and Wendi Parkhurst of Little Cypress; a stepson and wife, Kris and Lesley Standridge of Plano; a stepdaughter and husband, Jill and Jason Yeaman of Bridge City.

Grandchildren, Brac and Kai, Dylan (Faith) and Kade (Kirstie), Malory (Tony) Humphrey, Ashlyn, Kendal, Korbin, Sloan, and five great-grandchildren, Henleigh, Bregman, Madi, Hunter, and Louis.

Pallbearers will be his three sons and five grandsons, Steve, Greg, Chris, Brac, Kai, Tony Humphrey, Dylan, and Kade.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to e Cure Starts Now Foundation, 10280 Chester Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45215, or to e Southeast Texas Food Bank, 3845 South Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Beaumont, Texas 77705.

Mary Lou were friendly rivals all 11 years of school and were even Co Valedictorians. One of Mildred’s mother’s favorite stories to recall was the moment Mildred’s name was announced as the winner of the American Legion award. She was very proud of herself to MILDRED know that the faculty PFLUGER had chosen her and held her in such high regards. Mildred was a very loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother “Granny”, and friend to many. Her memory will be held dear by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Raymond H. Pfluger; and her daughter, Rose Ann Denson. Mildred is survived by her daughter, Jean Elizabeth Pfluger and husband omas Kelly; son-in-law, Curtis Lee Denson; grandchildren, Bethany Ann Wolf and husband Michael and Elizabeth Rose Kelly; great-grandchildren, Addison Rose Wolf and Ella Grace Wolf; and her sister, June Mobley Jones and husband Joe; along with numerous other loving family and friends.

Doris Hudson, center, part of the Orange AAUW family, welcomes her daughter-in-law Jennifer Hudson Fleming, left, and Krispen Walker, right into the fold of the Orange Chapter of the American Association of University Women at a recent gathering. Other new members include Karen Johnson, Katie Barry, Marcua Brown, and Illianay Espiritusanto, all of Orange. For membership information, please text Diane at 409-988-5635.

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Bertie Herman of Bridge City and Orange DAR member, left, listens to a presentation conducted by Houston area DAR member Cindi Allen Schmerber on the last Revolutionary sash believed to have been worn by her ancestor/soldier from that era. Herman has been Regent of the Orange DAR Chapter three times and now serves as treasurer. The militia man was none other than the late Revolutionary Robert Lemons, related to Schmerber's 96-year-old dad, Robert Allen. Schmerber has been researching her genealogy for years, and she was born, reared, and attended schools in the Port Arthur/Beaumont area.

Dreaming of a Green Christmas at Shangri La Botanical Gardens We invite everyone to experience the magic of Christmas on Saturday, December 14, for Dreaming of a Green Christmas at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center! Dreaming of a Green Christmas is a daylong family event to celebrate the holiday season. Activities begin at 10 a.m. with Santa Claus who will be available for photos. roughout the day, families can enjoy a hands-on experience of making a Christmas ornament for their Christmas tree using natural materials. Adults can participate in a wreath making workshop, where they will make-and-take a holiday festive wreath. Please RSVP for the wreath making workshop with your materials fee at shangrilagardens.org.

While strolling through the gardens, be sure to visit the Children’s Garden which becomes “Candyland” with a bright, colorful gingerbread house. And, don’t forget to

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is Earl,” “Raising Hope”) and Emmy Award nominee Mike O’Malley (“Survivor’s Remorse,” “Shameless”), Escape to Margaritaville is the musical comedy getaway featuring both original songs and your mostloved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Fins,” “Volcano,” “Cheeseburger in Paradise” and many more.

Escape to Margaritaville stars Chris Clark as Tully, Sarah Hinrichsen as Rachel, Shelly Lynn Walsh as Tammy, Peter Michael Jordan as Brick, Rachel Lyn Fobbs as Marley, Patrick Cogan as J.D. and Matthew James Sherrod as Jamal/Ted. e company also features Orange, Tx native, Ms. Sophie Braud, Noah Bridgestock, DeVon Buchanan, Anthony Cataldo, Chantelle Cognevich, Katie Davis, Nico DiPrimio, Fabian-Joubert Gallmeister, Diego Alejandro González, Bobby Hogan, Aimee Lane, Victoria Price, Trent Soyster, Emma Stricker, Jade Turner, Morgan Unger and Tyler Whitaker.

Based on the original direction by Tony Award-Winner

strolls through our gardens to see the beautifully communitydecorated Christmas trees.

Bring the whole family, and enjoy a Christmas experience for visitors of all ages!

Visit with Santa Claus 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Display Greenhouse See Santa Claus before he gets busy organizing elves, checking the “list”, and making Christmas toys!

Create a Christmas Ornament using natural materials 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Nature Discovery Center Lab e whole family can work together to make an ornament using natural materials. Take home your unique creation to display on your Christmas tree!

Christmas Strolls will usher in the Christmas Season with colorful displays throughout the garden during the evenings of December 7, December 11-14, and December 18-21, 2019 from 6 p.m. through 9 p.m.

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Kids in Need visits Mauriceville Elementary e Kids In Need Foundation (KINF), a national nonprofit dedicated to providing free school supplies to students most in need, announces today that KINF’s Second Responder® program will donate student and teacher school supplies to an Orange elementary school impacted by tornadoes which devastated parts of North Texas in late October. e donation, part of KINF’s Second Responder® program, is part of an ongoing effort to support this Texas community following the damage caused by violent storms. Last week, Kids In Need Foundation hosted an event supporting a Dallas elementary school, and this week KINF returns to the Beaumont area, which has received Second Responder® support following 2017’s Hurricane Harvey. e program operates during the recovery period following disasters and works with local authorities, schools, and select sponsors to help kids return to normal routines. It is the only national program of its kind. e event, sponsored by the Dollar General Literacy Foundation, the 2019 National Sponsor of the Second Responder® program, will feature a giveaway presentation in the school cafeteria for all 600+ students and staff. Teachers will receive special tote bags of supplies for their classrooms including

Representatives from the Kids in Need organization, Dollar General, Scholastic Books, and the Southeast Texas Food Bank were on hand to help provide loaded backpacks and books all MVE students and loaded totes and packages of Paper towels for the staff. The Kids In Need Foundation Provides School Supplies for Tornado Victims in partnership with Dollar General Literacy Foundation Sparkle® paper towels. Students will each receive new backpacks filled with much needed school supplies including pencils, markers, notebooks and more, as well as books courtesy of Scholastic Book Fairs.

“When a natural disaster strikes a school, it’s traumatizing for students and teachers, and school needs to a place where students feel secure and able to achieve again,” said Denine Torr, Dollar General’s senior director of Community

Initiatives. “We are proud to partner with the Second Responder program to replace the critical supplies this school has lost and help them recover.”

To learn more about KINF’s help with disaster relief efforts, visit https://www.kinf.org/secondresponder/ About e Kids In Need Foundation e Kids In Need Foundation’s mission is to ensure that every child is prepared to learn and succeed in the classroom by

From Page 5A Christopher Ashley (Come From Away), this production is under the helm of Amy Anders Corcoran (Freaky Friday). Choreography is by Tony AwardNominee Kelly Devine (Come From Away), with associate choreography by Andrew Turteltaub (Escape to Margaritaville); scenic design by Walt Spangler (Tuck Everlasting); costume design by Paul Tazewell (Hamilton); lighting design by Howell Binkley (Hamilton) and Amanda Zieve (Titanic); sound design by Brian Ronan (Beautiful) and Craig Cassidy (Cirque Dreams); and wig, hair & makeup design by Leah J. Loukas (On the Town).

Orchestrations are by Michael Utley (License to Chill), with dance music arrangements by Gary Adler (Avenue Q). Music supervision & arrangements and additional orchestrations are by Christopher Jahnke (Porgy and Bess), with music direction by Matthew Smedal (Clueless: e Musical). Casting is by Binder Casting/Chad Eric Murnane, CSA. Set your mind on island time and get those fins up!

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providing free school supplies nationally to students most in need. e Kids In Need Foundation, a national 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded in 1995, has distributed $1 billion in school supplies since the Foundation’s inception; and benefitted more than six million students and nearly 200,000 teachers in 2018. For more information, visit https://www.kinf.org/, and join us on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram: @KidsInNeed.

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Best Flu Hacks Every Traveler Should Know

5 Ways to Stay Safe During the Dangerous Holiday Driving Season

(StatePoint) While everyone wants to make the most of their vacation, travel can do a number on one’s health, and during flu season, the risk of feeling unwell is even higher.

Feel your best with these tips:

(StatePoint) The holidays can be the happiest time of the year, but unfortunately, they can also be the most dangerous, with more fatal car crashes occurring due to increased travel time, more alcohol use and excessive speed, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

• Flu levels increase during winter because people spend more time in enclosed spaces together touching surfaces and breathing “shared” air. Traveling only amplifies this. Reduce your chances of swapping germs by avoiding contact with shared items. For example, don’t put your face directly on airline-supplied pillows or blankets that haven’t been sanitized.

• Ironically, just when handwashing is most vital -- while traveling -- it becomes less convenient. Carry handwipes and sanitizers and use them when you can’t wash your hands. More importantly, avoid rubbing your eyes or nose.

• An airplane cabin’s dry air accommodates the growth of viruses that thrive on low humidity. Additionally, travelers often refrain from hydrating to avoid frequent bathroom trips.

Yet, when mucous membranes are dry, they can’t keep germs at bay. A general rule is to drink at least 8 ounces of water for every hour in the air. Under the weather? Drink more than the daily recommended 8-10 cups to prevent dehydration caused by fever, loosen mucus, keep your throat moist and lessen the chance of the virus’ success.

• Getting medical attention away from home is tough. Travel smart with over-the-counter products that are homeopathic and easy to use.

Some, like Oscillococcinum, are good to pack in your carry-on so you can take at the first sign of symptoms. Though these uses have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, clinical studies show that Oscillococcinum reduces the duration and severity of flu symptoms such as body aches, headache, fever, chills and fatigue. Widely available in supermarkets and drugstores, this flu medicine is taken without water, making it an ideal travel remedy.

“I recommend that travelers keep Oscillococcinum on-hand: an easy-to-take, non-drowsy medicine that can be used for anyone ages 2 and up,” says Dr. Ken Redcross, a board-certified physician in internal medicine and author of “Bond: The 4 Cornerstones of a Lasting and Caring Relationship with Your Doctor.” “It works best when taken at the first sign of flu, so it’s important to pay close attention to symptoms.”

To learn more, visit Oscillo.com.

• Will you arrive in time to make your connection? What if you forgot to pack Aunt Ethel’s present? There’s no doubt that travel can cause stress, which research has shown can increase susceptibility to flu and even increase the severity of symptoms. Being flexible, prepared and building extra time into your schedule can make for stress-free travel.

• Exercise boosts energy and immunity, so don’t take a vacation from workouts while traveling. Pack workout wear and carve out time for exercise.

• Unusual travel schedules, unfamiliar beds and crossing time zones can disrupt a sleep schedule. Get plenty of rest before your trip to keep your body’s natural defenses at optimum levels.

Getting sick can put a damper on even the best vacation. Take steps to feel your best.

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NHTSA predicts that during this Christmas week, from Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at 6 p.m. through Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 5:59 a.m., 799 people will lose their lives nationwide due to car crashes. While it may be uncomfortable to consider these predictions, NHTSA’s report says that analyzing and forecasting fatalities can serve as useful warnings to the public, actually making roads safer.

“No one wants to think about what can go wrong, especially at such a joyful time of year, but as the saying goes, prevention is better than cure,” said Jon Bloom, vice president, personal auto, Erie Insurance. “The good news is that there are specific things that people can do help keep themselves and their families safe this holiday season.”

Erie Insurance offers these five tips for safer holiday driving.

• Keep your car road-ready. Proper maintenance will help keep your car in shape for whatever road conditions you encounter. In addition to getting regularly scheduled oil changes, make sure your car’s fluids are topped off and that filters, hoses and other components are in good working order. If they’re showing signs of wearing out, replace them.

• Maintain properly inflated tires. Not maintaining the right tire pressure can lead to flats and blowouts, which could cause you to lose control of your car and crash. Pay close attention to your car’s tire pressure monitoring system. If you see an alert that tire pressure is low, fill them as soon as possible.

• Be ready for emergencies. While maintaining your car can reduce your chance of being stranded along the side of the road, it could still

happen. Keep an emergency kit in the car with a cell phone charger, blanket and first aid kit, along with bottled water and snacks. Also, check with your insurance agent to ensure your policy includes Emergency Roadside Service coverage so that if your car does break down, you can call for help.

• Give yourself plenty of time. With speeding being one of the top causes of car crashes, it’s important to remember that there’s no prize for arriving first. It’s much better to drive the speed limit -- or even lower, depending on road conditions and build in a few extra minutes to get where you’re going, especially when driving near busy shopping malls or on holiday travel days when traffic is heavy.

• Stay sober or designate a driver. Celebrating with a holiday toast? Plan ahead and have a designated driver, or use a cab or ride sharing service to get home. Regardless, never get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking.

While the holidays can be a particularly perilous time to drive, taking precautions can help ensure you, and others on the road, have a safe season.

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CAPT. DICKIE COLBURN FISHING WEEKLY FOR THE RECORD

While fishing with a young couple last week I was explaining the negative effect on the fishing thanks to the two epic rain events that parked over this area in a two year period, when the young father of two cast a “who cares” look in my direction.

“We haven’t fished with you in the past couple of years because we flooded both times,” said Gary Payne. “We had just moved into a new house two weeks before Harvey hit and finally moved back in a month before Imelda. I transferred here because of a really good job, but all our family knows about East Texas is flooding and life in a camper trailer!”

If you weren’t one of the unfortunate few that suffered backto-back hits, it is difficult to relate to the inconvenience and misery that many of them are still experiencing. “Our boys think this is just one big adventure,” said Paige, “but every time it rains I get nervous.” e wind kept us out of the main lake, but we fished drains in the bayous on an outgoing tide and still caught a mixed bag of flounder, redfish and bass. e water has dropped out a lit tle more and cleared up in the

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the field anglers. e marshes are exceptionally good right now, but I would encourage you to be both respectful and selective of the areas you choose to fish over the next couple of months. Most of the hunters with leases in this area are very good about sharing their ponds when duck season isn’t in full swing, but now isn’t the time to test them. ey can’t do anything about annual migrations, but they spend a great deal of time and money maintaining their leases the remainder of the year. I am reluctant to even fish the mouths of cuts along the main bayous when I hear shooting or know hunters may be in the area. Compromise works year round!

Water pouring out of a marsh cut is money in the bank this time of the year and an ideal situation for both fishermen and hunters is an outgoing tide in the afternoon hours. We still do not run up in the marshes, but most of the hunters are done by noon and the entire bayou is in play.

We are still finding it difficult to catch quality flounder, but the numbers have been pretty good. I talked with Ronnie Chaumont last week and he said that the annual flounder run below Cameron has not been that good for him thus far. I don’t know if it is still a little early or just won’t happen at all, but we have a dependable connection if and when it lights off!

When the wind allows, everything in the tackle box will work in the open lake. e majority of the trout we have found under the birds have not been Texas legal, but there are plenty of slot reds running with them as well. Four inch plastic tails and plastic shrimp fished under a cork will keep you in the catch and release mode most of the trip, but our largest trout

Outrunning LaGrange's Brock Gardiner, WOS sophomore Elijah Gales turns on the jets to make it to the endzone. Gales had 10 carries for 96 yards. RECORD

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Bellville next up in state football run

MERI ELEN JACOBS For e Record A stable of ’Stangs led West OrangeStark to a definitive 42-14 victory over the Lagrange Leopards this past Friday at Conroe’s Buddy Moorhead Stadium. e Mustangs will face the Bellville Brahmas this coming Friday at 6:30 pm at Randall Reed Stadium (formerly Texan Drive Stadium) in New Caney.

Nine running backs and six receivers helped rack up 404 total offensive yards and six touchdowns. Sophomore Elijah Gales led the ground game with 96 yards on 10 carries and two touchdowns-one rushing and one receiving. Junior quarterback Jerren Terrell completed 11 passes for 172 yards and three touchdowns. e Leopards had barely caught their

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Company four plays to march down the field and score. A Terrell to Gales 24yard pass put six on the board and kicker Angel Ibarra’s PAT was good. eir next possession, “40” was the lucky number. After two holding calls on junior Jalen ompson, who wears jersey number 40, Terrell threw a 24-yard pass to ompson who took it right in for the score. ompson scored again on a 56-yard Terrell pass late in the second quarter and Ibarra’s PATs made it 21-0 to end the half. e second half begin with another Gales touchdown, this one on a 43-yard run after five plays.

La Grange got on the board in the third quarter with a long pass from Cadon Cooper to Bravion Rogers that took them down the field. Another short Cooper to Rogers pass for three yards

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West Orange-Stark Mustangs vs. Bellville Brahmas Friday, Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at the gate the night of the game. Prices are $10 for adults and students.

TEXAN DRIVE STADIUM NEW CANEY ISD 21360 Valley Ranch Parkway New Caney, TX 77357 From the South – Take I69/Hwy 59 N towards New Caney and exit FM 1485. Make a u-turn at FM 1485 and continue on the service road of I69/Hwy 59 S for approximately 1 ¼ mile. Turn right onto Valley Ranch Parkway to enter the stadium.

From the North – Take I69/Hwy 59 S towards New Caney and exit SH 99 The Grand Parkway.

Continue on the service road of I69/Hwy 59 S for approximately 1 ¼ mile. Turn right onto Valley Ranch Parkway to enter the stadium.

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Mustangs Jubar Ross and Tyrone Brown take down Leopard Jakobe Wilkerson late in the fourth quarter. The Leopards could only muster 71 yards on the ground. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

WOS sophomore Jayson Zeigler, Jr. runs the ball in the Mustangs' win over LaGrange.

Zeigler leads receivers with 21 catches for 187 yards and also quarterbacks when he gets the opportunity. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

WOS freshman Jamaal Shaw bursts through the Leopard defense on his way to the end zone. Shaw had 43 yards on 5 carries and scored from 18 yards out. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

WOS put six on the board for the Leopards.

Toward the end of the third quarter, freshman Jamaal Shaw checked into the game and did not disappoint. After just four plays, Shaw broke loose on an 18-yard scamper to add six more to the board. Ibarra’s PAT was again good.

Mustang Terry Harris scored the last touchdown on a 4-yard run after WO-S and LaGrange traded fumbles. e Leopards scored again, late in the game with the big play being a 49yard pass from Dayton Jarvis to Cooper. e touchdown came

From Page 1B on a one-yard run by Mitchel Schultze. e Bellville Brahmas are no stranger to the Mustangs. Although most thought that WOS would meet up with the Jasper Bulldogs in round three, the Brahmas beat the ‘Dogs 54-35 to advance to the semi-final round of the Region III Division II game. Bellville faced WO-S in the same round in 2015 and 2016 and lost both games, 42-3 and 49-7. e Brahmas check in with a 9-3 record, losing one of the three games to Giddings in district play, 30-16. ey beat La-

Grange 52-27. Bellville likes to keep the ball on the ground and has a great sophomore running back themselves, Richard Reece, who has rushed for 1846 yards. Bellville’s quarterback, who is also a sophomore, likes to hand the ball to Reece or sophomore Robert Briggs. e Brahma defense has allowed opponents to score 226 points. Senior Grayson Mays has the experience on the defense as a four-year starter.

Other defensive players to watch are Zach Hood, Dalton Bills and Quarvante’ Butler.

Each October, the Orangefield High School volleyball team partners with the Julie Rogers Gift of Life Foundation to raise money for their efforts in fighting breast cancer. This year the athletes from all three teams along with their families generously donated things such as baked goods, gift baskets, and t shirts, to be sold or auctioned off. The girls raised $540 in one night of this fundraiser! Thank you to the girls and parents who were so willing to give to this great cause.

WOS Mustang Tyrone Brown and Quincy Ledet smother Leopard Caden Cook in the 42-14 WO-S win over LaGrange. Cook finished the game with 23 yards on 11 carries. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Mustang quarterback Jerren Terrell had a steller night, completing 11 of 16 passes for 172 yards and 3 touchdowns in the 42-14 win over the Leopards.

Terrell has almost 1,200 yards passing with 11 touchdowns on the season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

WO-S' Elijah Gales carries the ball in the first quarter. Gales has 1076 rushing yards on the season and 21 touchdowns. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Colburn and the reds have shown a preference for four inch Usual Suspects and topwaters like the She Dog and Spook.

It will still be a matter of locating larger trout, but it is also time to put on the waders and tie on your favorite Corky. Mullet imitations like the Catch 2000 and Mirodine Xl are also good choices along with five inch tails rigged on 1/8th ounce heads.

From Page 1B If you prefer to fish the bayous or protected shoreline in the river, thanks to the bass, your choice of lures is basically unlimited. I think your best choices for catching anything that swims is a three inch Swim Bait, a quarter ounce single spin spinner bait or a four inch tube bait.

Small crankbaits and a multitude of soft plastics are deadly on both reds and bass. And,

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while they don’t work well in grass, the Trap and Hoginar are hard to beat as well. When the fish stack up in deeper water on the main points we do as well vertically jigging the Hoginar as we do fishing it on a slow retrieve.

Well, the turkey is ready to fry and the pumpkin pies just went in the oven. Hope you and yours share a great anksgiving!

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Latoya Janice, center with certificate, was named the Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce Student of the Month from West Orange-Stark High School.

Janice honored as Chamber Student of Month from WO-S e Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce had the honor of presenting a certificate for Student of the Month for West Orange-Stark High School to Latoya Janice.

“Latoya is a very talented young lady. She is very dependable and has been a pleasure to have in class the past 4 years.” - Mrs. Stephanie David, Art Teacher.

“Latoya is a leader both on and off the softball field and in the classroom. I never have to worry about whether or not she is doing the right thing.

She has worked very hard to achieve every goal she has set for herself.” - Mrs. Tiffany McFatter,

Saint Mary Catholic School students and staff are all very proud of “one of our own.” Kenya Anderson, a nursing student and After School Care Worker, is now an L.V.N. As you can see in the picture, we all love Ms. Hannah and Ms. Kenya. Pictured are front, left to right Laila Paul, Ayden Broussard, Peyton Dugas and Audrey Broussard. Middle row Sean Nieto, Luke Laughlin, Paris Dugas, Allie Broussard and Josie Riedel.

Back row Hanna Sadler, ASC Worker, Lauren Corrao, Abby Broussard and Kenya Anderson.

Business Teacher and Softball Coach.

“In my class, Latoya has proven herself to be the epitome of college-readiness. She’s set for success at whatever she chooses to study next year. - Mr. Devon Richey, Dual Credit English Teacher.

Awards and accomplishments include: 2018-19 Softball award for outstanding defense, 2018-19 Softball Honorable Mention for All-District Team, 2018-19 Superintendent’s Honor Roll (every cycle for the school year), 2019-20 Superintendent’s Honor Roll (Cycle 1), Principal’s Honor Roll (Cycle 2), 4 year Art student.

GAME WARDEN FIELD NOTES e Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From e Pop-Up Blind Two Harris County game wardens responded to a request for assistance from the University of Houston Clear Lake (UHCL) Police Department when they were alerted to a suspicious person in a wooded portion of the campus. e campus police found a father and son, one of whom was holding a crossbow, in the process of cleaning a recently harvested buck. e officer detained the individuals and secured the scene until the wardens arrived. e officers and the wardens worked together to search the area and interview the suspects, when they discovered a pop-up blind, corn and drug paraphernalia. One of the men confessed to shooting three additional bucks during the last week in the same area. After further investigation, it was revealed that the father had a previous charge for poaching a 12-and-a-half-foot alligator from a nearby county park. When searching the individual’s home, the wardens later recovered the heads of two bucks. Charges for hunting without landowner consent, hunting without a license, and possession of drug paraphernalia are pending.

If You Liked it, en You Should Have Put a Tag on it A Lubbock County game warden was sitting near a wellknown road hunting area when he saw a suspicious vehicle driving slowly down the public road.

When the vehicle reached the bottom of a hill, it stopped and remained stationary for several minutes until the warden heard two gunshots. e warden approached the vehicle and found a man and his fiancée trying to load a mule deer doe into the bed of the small pickup. Upon further investigation, the warden learned that the man shot the deer with a .22 rifle off the roadway using the headlights of his vehicle. Multiple cases were filed and civil restitution for the deer was charged.

Double Whammy When patrolling the Little Brazos River, a Brazos County

game warden contacted two people fishing near one of the river access points. Both individuals did not have a valid fishing license and one of them didn’t have any identification. e warden asked both for their information and when they were run through dispatch, there was a hit. Turns out, the man who had no identification had an outstanding warrant. e warden placed him into custody and transported him to the Brazos County Jail. Once at the jail, it was discovered that he gave the warden fictitious information that belonged to one of his friends who, unbeknownst to him, had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. e man was then properly identified, and it was revealed that he had two outstanding warrants. e man admitted that he intentionally gave the warden false information because of his arrest warrants. e individual was booked into the jail for Failure to Identify Fugitive (class A), and the two outstanding warrants.

Oh Deer While stopped at a gas station, a Lavaca County game warden noticed multiple elk antlers and legs sticking up from the bed of a pickup truck. e warden pulled up and congratulated the man icing the animals down and saw two whitetail deer. e man then told the warden about the highfenced ranch the animals had been taken from. e ranch happened to be one that the warden investigated last year due to multiple hunters on the ranch hunting without licenses.

After a short discussion, it was determined that the man’s girlfriend, who was also on location, had killed one of the bull elk and had not purchased a hunting license in five years. e animal was seized, cleaned and donated to a local charity organization. Case pending.

Mistaken Bacon A Gaines/Andres County game warden received a call from a landowner about possible spotlights on her land. After

making his way to the property, the warden approached two individuals that were hunting around a wheat circle. ey claimed they were pig hunting and had harvested a pig earlier. e warden asked the subjects if he could see the pig they shot and it was determined that it was not a pig, but a javelina.

Charges and restitution are pending.

Saint Mary Catholic School’s Student Council was represented by four students at the Texas Association of Student Councils Middle Level State Conference held recently in San Marcos. Officers Maddy Smith, Bella Tran, Haley Johnson and Abby Broussard participated on stage in the general assembly. The girls took part in the state project presentation to the entire assembly. It was entitled “Level Up Your Life, Escape the Vape.” Pictured, left to right, Maddy Smith, Bella Tran, Haley Johnson and Abby Broussard with their presentation.

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A favorite Christmas tale since 1972 is Barbara Robinson's "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever," recently reviewed at Luigi's Italian Restaurant in Orange for Orange County Friends by member Anne Payne.

From left, are members Diane Sturdivant, Anita Ryan, Diane Grooters, and guest David Payne. Not pictured at the monthly 2 p.m. OCF Book Club are Anne Payne, Linda Pittillo, Lois Ferrell, Karen McKinney, Debra McCombs, and Joan Tharp. The group meets the last Thursday of the month unless it falls on a holiday. Grooters is the chair for the Book Club.

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Duck season’s first split coming to a quick close CAPT. CHUCK UZZLE OUTDOORS WEEKLY FOR THE RECORD

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce recognized this outstanding Employee of the Month, Joseph Gallow from Community Christian School. Mr. Gallow is a hard worker with a passion for helping students. This is Mr. Gallow’s first year at CCS. He models Christ like behavior and is a great mentor and tutor to students who need it. He goes above and beyond with his work duties; he has helped tremendously with the school’s social media, photography, digital pictures and helping reach out the community with what CCS has to offer. Mr. Gallow is willing to help any of the staff and students with any needs, and he is passionate about helping the growth of CCS.

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce had the honor of presenting a certificate for Student of the Month for Community Christian School to Sarah Young. Sarah is diligent and hardworking student. She is the Student Council President and one of the SLI leaders. She goes above and beyond when working on any task and always has school spirit. Sarah has a caring heart for people especially young children.

Teacher- Lisa Berwick. Sarah has overcome a lot of obstacles, including flooding twice. She also a diligent student. Teacher- Buffie Hughes. Sarah is a leader among the student body. She is a get example of Christ like behavior, and she is motivated to try her best with all endeavors. Principal- Macey Jackson. Sarah placed second in the SETX BBB Laws of Like Essay contest in 2016. She enjoys being the Tennis Manager for the CCS Lions and likes to encourage and take care of all the players. She plans to attend Lamar University in Beaumont for the JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing where she would like be a nurse at St. Jude’s Hospital for Children in the future.

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce recognized this outstanding Employee of the Month, Meagan Milligan from West Orange-Cove CISD. Meagan goes above and beyond to ensure that everybody in the district has what they need. Her job duty is purchasing, but along with that, she helps everyone with their travel needs. She, additionally, backs up Transportation by dispatching in the afternoons and helps whoever, whenever with a smile on her face. Earlier this year, Meagan was on maternity leave. She made sure everybody was well-trained so the district did not suffer while she was out. Whenever she returned, she did not skip a beat. She is constantly learning and going to training to stay on top of purchasing requirements. Meagan never says “I don’t know” to anything….she finds the answer. If the Finance department needs a document created or updated, or a new way to perform a certain task, consider it done.

Meagan is the ideal employee, and the district truly appreciates her hustle and dedication.

e first half of duck season for local Texas waterfowl hunters closes this weekend and for some it’s a merciful break. Reports from all along the coast were almost mirror images of one another, the combination of few birds, high bluebird skies, and little wind was the kiss of death for most hunters. e lack of any “hunter friendly” weather was easily the biggest problem most waterfowlers faced, the steady stream of cold fronts promised by the weather folks basically disappeared and so did many of the birds. e birds that still remained in the area got educated real fast and headed for areas with little or no hunting pressure. A few really dedicated souls who had both time and resources went mobile and found some out of the way spots that were holding ducks and got in on some nice hunts, many of these were actually on public land so contrary to popular belief it can be done.

Well now that we won’t be able to shoot ducks until the split reopens many hunters will either try to fish or go chase deer for a few days. e rest of the waterfowl world will set their sights on geese and they should be able to find some as daily it seems more birds come into the area. e numbers of geese already in our part of the state are really up from last year at this time, the coastal prairie is prime right now and it looks like it may only get better. A little boost from the weatherman is all you need to help get these wary birds down from ultra high altitudes and closer to decoying in your spread. ere are some really big concentrations of geese starting to build up locally, as well as farther south down the coast.

Hunters wanting to take advantage of the numbers of birds around those areas really need to scout and find the flyway these birds are using, you just can’t pick a spot and hope to decoy these birds into range because that just isn’t going to happen.

Contrary to popular belief

Eight-year-old Austin McGuire and his dad Aaron celebrate a bonus mallard from a recent hunt. geese are really smart; you need to do your homework to have any chance at all. Big goose spreads with some sort of motion like flags or kites will help with getting wary birds into range.

Full camo or white suits while laying in a spread is a must, just like gloves, facial camo or a mask should be. If the birds are coming to your decoys don’t call too much and let them work their way in, if they try to leave give them a call and many times they may circle back and try again. e use of a flag is really helpful especially on young geese or Ross geese; they seem to really like the motion and sometimes will just dive into a spread.

If you have never hunted geese before don’t get discouraged if your results aren’t what you think they should be, geese are tough to say the least.

One day they will have you pulling your hair out wondering why you did all this work only to be frustrated as wave after wave just flies too high over your

spread or just simply refuses to decoy.

But on those days when it all works right it can be the best feeling in the world seeing those big birds come in with their feet down and wings cupped ready to light.

One word of advice for those folks hunting around big concentrations of geese and other hunters, do yourself a favor and hold the “skybusting” to a minimum.

Hunters who take ill advised shots at high flying birds don’t help anybody out, especially other hunters. Snow geese are already tough enough to hunt without educating them even more with “mile high” shots that make even the youngest and dumbest geese seem like old veterans. Work a little harder on the decoy placement, scouting, and calling if you want to up your odds of success. Pay close attention to the weather and remember that fog, low skies, and wind are the goose hunters best friend. Good luck and enjoy your time in the field.

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Big shows added for end of 2019

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Visit each specific venue on the Internet for information about ticket sales and locations and event details.

Nov. 29 Jamey Johnson, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La.

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Nov. 30 Cody Johnson, Riley Green, e Steel Woods, Ford Park Arena, Beaumont Martina McBride, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Dec. 1 Bad Bunny, Toyota Center, Houston Dec. 2 Shane & Shane, Phil Wickham, Lutcher eater, Orange Dec. 6 Shenandoah, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Dec. 7 e Guess Who, Dosey Doe, e Woodlands Dec. 12 Andrea Bocelli, Toyota Center, Houston Dec. 14 John Michael Montgomery, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Dec. 15 Cher, Toyota Center, Houston Dec. 20 Aaron Watson, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Dec. 21 Tracy Byrd, Jefferson eatre, Beaumont Michael Bolton, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La.

Country music star Tracy Byrd will perform at Beaumont’s Jefferson Theatre on December 21.

Dec. 28 Salt N Pepa, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La.

Jan. 31 Alter Bridge, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La.

Jan. 3 Sammy Kershaw, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La.

Feb. 1 Celine Dion, Toyota Center, Houston

Jan. 4 Josh Turner, Delta Downs Event Center, Vinton, La. Gary Puckett and e Union Gap Band, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Jan. 10 Cody Jinks, Wade Bowen, Ford Park Arena, Beaumont George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Jan. 11 Rick Springfield, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Josh Abbott Band, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Jan. 23 Queensryche, Blues, Houston

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Dec. 22 Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Toyota Center, Houston

Jan. 24 Jonny Lang, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La.

Dec. 26 Kevin Fowler, Honky Tonk Texas, Silsbee

Jan. 25 Farewell Angelina, Lutcher eater, Orange

Dec. 27 Foghat, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La.

Jan. 30 TobyMac, Ford Park Arena, Beaumont

Feb. 9 Charlie Wilson, Ford Park, Beaumont Feb. 10 Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group, Jefferson eatre, Beaumont Feb. 14 Gordon Lightfoot, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Feb. 15 Foreigner, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Feb. 21 Clay Walker, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Feb. 26 Los Lobos, Jefferson eatre, Beaumont (from 9/19/19) Tesla, House of Blues, Houston March 5 Jason Aldean, Morgan Wallen, Riley Green, Dee Jay Silver, Cajundome, Lafayette, La. March 6 Boz Scaggs, Golden Nugget Casino, Lake Charles, La. Eagles, Toyota Center, Houston

I am really starting to place priorities on cooking healthier for my husband and me. erefore, I am using lots of poultry and fish, staying away from beef, fried foods, desserts, and high cholesterol foods as much as possible. I am a diabetic, overweight, suffer from hypothyroidism, have asthma, and tolerate acid reflux disease. As my late parents used to say, "It is tough getting old." I will be 66 on November 16. As one of my former teachers in Oklahoma would say, "Dear Gussie!"

How does time pass so quickly sometimes, but travels so slowly at other periods?

Anyway, we wanted some chili this weekend since we are both such football fans, so I looked at numerous chili recipes, taking a little from this, a little from that, composing my own version. I will say that I drew a lot from the Food Network's Valerie Bertinelli's recipe named, ree Bean Turkey Chile.

Val used to be on the old show, "One Day at a Time," a sitcom. Like some celebrities, she has found her niche cooking on her own show on e Food Network, besides writing cookbooks. It is what it is, so try this recipe. I think you will like it.

Equipment needed: Large pan w/lid, like Dutch oven pan Large cooking spoon Measuring spoons Measuring cup

Ingredients: (Do not drain anything.)

2 lbs ground turkey 2-15.5 oz cans Goya kidney beans 2-15 oz cans Goya black bean soup 1-15 oz can Ranch Style beans, reg.

1-4 oz can mild diced green chilis 1-6 oz can tomato paste 1-14.5 oz can diced petite tomatoes 4 Tbsp. Chili Powder 2 tsps. Ground Black Pepper 3 tsps. Natural Sea Salt 2 tsps. Celery Salt 2 tsps. Onion Powder 2 tsps. Onion Salt 4 Tbsp. Chopped Onion Flakes

If desired: 1 c. shredded cheese (for topping) 1 c. Sour Cream (for topping) Tortilla chips (for topping) Jalapenos (for topping)

Directions: Brown ground turkey in Dutch oven over medium low heat, stirring often. You do not need to drain meat. Turn off the heat. Now, add all the other ingredients (cans and spices) to the cooked ground turkey. Remember to NOT drain any of the cans. Just mix it all together well. Turn the heat back on medium low to low heat. Keep stirring very often so mixture does not burn.

Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, jalapenos, and tortilla chips, if desired as toppings.

UPCOMING HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SCHEDULE

BRIDGE CITY CARDINALS Dec. 3 Kirbyville, 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 5-7 Nederland Bulldog Classic Dec. 10 at PNeches-Groves, 7 p.m.

Dec. 12-14 Nacogdoches Central Heights Tournament Dec. 17 Port Arthur Tekoa, 6 p.m.

Dec. 20 PA Bob Hope, 2:30 p.m.

Dec. 27 Lake Charles (LA) St. Louis, 1 p.m.

Dec. 30-31 LC-M Tournament

Dec. 20 at Tarkington, 6 p.m.

Dec. 30-31 LC-M IP Classic

LC-MAURICEVILLE BEARS Dec. 3 at Liberty, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 5-7 Aransas Pass Tournament Dec. 12-14 Hardin-Jefferson Marathon Dec. 17 at Woodville, 7:30 p.m.

ORANGEFIELD BOBCATS Dec. 3 at Lumberton, 7 p.m.

Dec. 5-7 Franklin Tourmament Dec. 10 Tarkington, 7 p.m.

Dec. 12-14 Orangefield Tournament Dec. 17 at East Chambers, 7:30

WORANGE-STARK MUSTANGS Dec. 3 at PA Memorial, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 5-7 Deweyville Tournament Dec. 10 Nederland, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 12-14 Orangefield Tournament Dec. 17 Liberty, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 20 Vidor, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 26-28 East Chambers Tourney

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p.m.* Dec. 20 Port Arthur Tekoa, 5 p.m.

Dec. 30-31 Little Cypress-Mauriceville Tournament ORANGE CC LIONS Dec. 5-7 Deweyville Tournament Dec. 10 Houston Family Christian, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 16 Spring Founders Christian, 5 p.m.* Dec. 19 at Galveston O'Connell, 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 27 Port Arthur Bob Hope, 2:30 p.m.

Jan. 7 at Conroe Calvary Baptist, 7:30 p.m.* Jan. 10 Baytown Christian, TBA*

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ORANGE COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

Advent starts Sunday, seize the season COMMENTARY The Catholic Telegraph Are you ready for Christmas?” I dread that question. After all, who is ever really ready for the cooking, cleaning, packing, traveling, buying, wrapping and even fighting that fill up our typical preparations for the holidays? Not me.

The good news is that Advent doesn’t have to be that way. By being intentional and proactive, we can make Advent a time, not of stress and restlessness, but of peace, spiritual growth and genuine readiness for the coming of Jesus.

Let’s seize the season of Advent! Here are five ways to get the most out of those precious days leading up to Christmas.

1. Practice waiting.

That’s what Advent is, right?

A time of waiting. This means if you resent the wait, you won’t get the most out of Advent.

If you’re like me, you’re not good at waiting, so you’ll have to practice. Place yourself in situations where you have to put off what you want. Choose the longest check-out line at the grocery store. Wait until the third week of Advent to put up your Christmas tree. Be the last one to prepare a plate for din-

few things and you can use it to celebrate all the liturgical seasons!

in on ourselves, service, kindness and charity turn our gaze towards the other.

The sky’s the limit on how you can do this. Volunteer at a soup kitchen. Buy a present from your parish’s Giving Tree

for those in need. Visit an elderly neighbor and ask about her favorite Christmas memories.

Help your parents decorate their house. Acts of kindness make Advent truly holy.

4. Share your faith.

ner.

Waiting teaches us to put others first and it helps us to live in the present moment, instead of anxiously awaiting the next thing.

2. Add a new prayer.

During Advent, we’re preparing for the coming of the Lord.

But, in prayer this happens every day! God comes to us, we go to Him, and we experience communion with the long-awaited Savior of the world. This means that bolstering your prayer life, even a little bit, is a great way to get into the Advent spirit.

Try adding a new prayer to your daily routine. It doesn’t have to be anything difficult.

One Advent custom involves praying the “O Antiphons,” which are seven titles of the Messiah that are prayed in the

evening from Dec. 17 to Dec. 23.

Alternatively, you could pray an “Act of Contrition” before going to sleep, or say to God when you wake up in the morning, “I offer You this day. Make it a great one!”

3. Create a sacred space.

A sacred space is an area in your home that is set aside for prayer. During the busyness of life, this space reminds us: Prayer is important. God is near. There is peace here.

Your sacred space can be as small as a table in the corner.

During Advent, cover it with a violet tablecloth and put your wreath there. You could also include a standing crucifix, an open Bible, a saint statue and some small icons.

When Advent is over, don’t take it all down. Change out a

Faith grows even as it is given away.

This means that, while talking about your faith may not come naturally, it’s a great way to grow spiritually during Advent.

Start small. This Advent, be on the lookout for one person a week you could share your faith with. If someone is sad or overwhelmed, pray with them right then and there. Do a kind deed for someone, and then tell that person that Jesus loves them.

Pray before meals at a restaurant. Make the Sign of the Cross in public.

Religion is typically a taboo subject when families get together, but if you share your faith with love, you have the potential to warm hearts and grow in your own spirituality.

Triangle Baptist Church 6446 Garrison at Hwy. 408 Orangefield “Come Worship With Us” 409-735-2661 Pastor: Bobby Oliver 409-659-5027 Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

We are a KJV independent Baptist Church

Winfree Baptist Church 19525 Hwy 62 S • 409-735-7181

5. Serve others.

While you’re on the lookout for people to share your faith with, also look for ways to be kind, especially to strangers.

Service is perfect for Advent. At a time when consumerism and materialism attempt to focus us

Jon Brinlee, Pastor

Sunday:

Wednesday:

“Full Gospel Church”

9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Family Life Center 11:00 a.m. Service - Traditional Worship in the Slade Chapel Sunday School For All Ages 10:00 a.m.

3212 Concord Drive Orange Tx 77630 Pastor Carol Lee Sunday Worship 10AM Friday Bible Teaching 6PM

www.fumcorange.org

Pastor: Rev. Lani Rousseau Director of Music and Fine Arts: Caroline Dennis

COWBOY CHURCH OF ORANGE COUNTY

673 FM 1078 • Orange • 409-718-0269 Sunday Services: 10:30 AM

Bible Studies for Men and Women • Monday 6 p.m.

Co-Ed Bible Study • Sunday 9:15 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study • Tuesday 10:00 a.m.

Bible Studies & Youth Activities • Wed. 6:30 p.m.

Cove Baptist Church 1005 Dupont St. • Orange

Sunday: Life Groups 9:15 AM / Worship 10:30 AM Sunday Evening: 5 PM Wednesday Evening 6 PM / Wed. Youth Meeting 6 PM Charles Empey - Interim Pastor We Love You And God Loves You.

200 W. Roundbunch 735-3581 www.fbcbc.org

Sunday schedule: Bible study 9:15 a.m., Sunday worship: 10:30 a.m., Adult, Youth, Children Discipleship Classes, Sun. 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Schedule 6:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting Youth & Children’s Activities Pastor: Keith Royal

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGEFIELD 9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield 409.735.3113 Sun: Bible Study 9:30 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Wednesday evening services: Youth and Children 6:00 p.m., Praise and Prayer 6:00 p.m., Pastor Cody Hogden Email: office@fbcof.com / Website: www.fbcof.com

Colony Baptist Church

West Orange Christian Church 900 Lansing Street • West Orange • 409-670-2701

Sunday school 9:30 a.m. / Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Bible Study Sunday and Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Pastor: Dr. Dusty Garison

“Our church family welcomes you!”

In His Steps

Not Your Average Church 2656B Mac Arthur Dr. • Orange • 409-221-2431 Saturday (Sabbath Day): 10:00 am Bible Class 11:00 am Worship / 6 pm Worship Tuesday: 7:00 pm Open Bible Study PASTOR: STEVE NEAL “We are here for lost souls, not noses and nickles.”

St. Paul United Methodist Church

PASTOR SAM ROE Music Director: Tim McCarver Sunday School: 9:30 am Sunday Service: 10:30 am / Sunday Evening: 6 pm Wednesday Bible Study: 6 pm

Sunday Morning Traditional Worship: 8:30 a.m., Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Praise Worship 10:45 a.m.

(Nursery provided) Wednesday SPICE 5:30 p.m. Includes meal, bible studies, children and youth activities. (Nursery provided).

Rev. Mark Bunch Email: office@stpaulfamily.org

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH

945 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409-735-4573 Worship Services: Tradition 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15 a.m., Contemporary Service 11 a.m., Tuesday Bible Study 10 a.m., Wednesday ‘Compassionate Friends’ 10 a.m., Thursday Bible Study 10:00 a.m.

Pastor Paul Zoch 409-988-3003 - golutheran.org Our church family invites you to join us. We are a friendly, caring church of the future.

Orange First Church of the Nazarene 3810 MLK Drive, Orange

Lead Pastor Rev. Brad McKenzie Worship Director: Alyssa Click Co-Youth Pastors: Kenneth and Andrea Lauver Children’s Pastor Rebekah Spell. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m. / Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Ofcnazarene.org or find us on Facebook

First Christian Church Disciples of Christ

Church of God in Christ 2800 Bob Hall Road • Orange • 886-4366

611 N. 9th St. • Orange

Pastor: Ernest B Lindsey

Sunday School 9 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Supper 4:45 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 5:30 p.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Wed. Bible Study - 6 p.m. Worship 7:30 p.m. VIM Youth 6 p.m.

Intercessory Prayer Daily 9:00 a.m. www.slcogicorange.org

8608 MLK• Orange • 886-1291

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGE 1819 16th Street • Orange • 886-1333

Pastor: Keith Tilley Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Nursery Provided. (www.faithorange.org)

We Welcome You To Join Us. Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Nursury Provided

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MACARTHUR HEIGHTS BAPTISH CHURCH

BAPTIST CHURCH

13353 FM 1130 • Orange

1155 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409.735.5546

Starlight

Faith United Methodist Church

Mid-Week Service - 6:00 pm Children & Youth Activities - 6:00 pm

Nursery Provided

First United Methodist Church Orange 502 Sixth Street 886-7466

The Tabernacle

Sunday School for all ages - 9:15 am Morning Worship - 10:30 am Evening Worship - 6:00 pm

3600 Nightingale • Orange • 409-883-4834 Sunday School: 9:45-10:30 am Sunday Worship - 10:45 am Sunday Disciple Training- 6 pm Tuesday Morning Men’s Coffee 9:30 am Wednesday Night Service 7:00 pm

2537 FM 1078 • Orange • 883-8835 Sunday School 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Services: 10:50 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves.

2 spaces, side by side, Section 17, Row 2, Lot 92, Sp. 3 & 4. $6000.00 for both spaces. Call 409-886-7873

RAPE AND CRISIS CENTER of SETX provides critical services for those in crisis due to sexual assault, rape, suicide or general crisis. The 24 Hour Hot line is provided for crisis intervention at anytime, 24/7. Our number is 1-800-7-WE-CARE or 1-800-793-2273.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to someone whom can help you during a crisis.

The Lloyd Grubbs American Legion Post #49 located at 108 Green Avenue in Orange, meets on the second Saturday of each month at 2 p.m., please join us.

HOUSE FOR SALE Home for Sale, 4BR 2BA house in Wexford Park in Vidor with pool. For more details go to Luckystevenson@att.net or call 781-3724 qualified buyers only. $349,900.

FOR RENT For Rent 3 Bedroom House located at 4164 Sparrow St. in Orange, actually Pinehurst. Call 409-882-1614 For Rent at 506 Border a 3/1, 2 story, large lot. Rent $600, Deposit $600 409-221-5848 Newly remodeled 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Baths, 2 car garage. New carpet, new paint, no appliances included beside dishwasher.

Washer/Dryer Hook-up in the Garage. No cats allowed. Fenced in back yard. $1200.00 month, $1000.00 Damage / clean-up deposit. 23 Parkland Circle in Bridge City. Call for show appt. 409-718-0106

LAND FOR SALE 29 Acres For Sale on FM 1442, 800’ Cow Bayou frontage, plus 2 acre pond. Nice location for beautiful home / ranch in Orangefield ISD. Call/Text Libby Mitchell @Regency Real Estate Professionals 409718-1933

TRUCK FOR SALE Truck for sale: 2010 Nissan Frontier SE $9995.00, $3000 less than blue book cost. Call for more info at 409-3131565 or 409-2384279.

HELP WANTED Now hiring a few part time afternoon workers. Must be able to work on Saturdays.

Stop by Suki’s Bridal & Formals across from LCM High School.

NOW HIRING all

Hillcrest Cemetery Plot for sale. Please call 409-313-4404

SERVICES Free Scrap metal removal.

Do you have any old appliances, A/C units, tin, aluminum or any type of metals laying around? We will haul them away at no charge. If no answer, please leave name and number. Please call us or text us at 409330-1422

American Legion Post 49 Hall Rentals Call for info @ 409-886-1241 NOTICE: Vehicle stored at Gilbeaux’s Towing and Transport Inc. 058449 VSF 16527 Hwy 62 S. Orange, TX 77630 PH (409) 886-0007 Total charges cannot be computed until the vehicle is claimed, storage charges will accrue daily until the vehicle is released. Must demonstrate proof of ownership and pay current charges to claim vehicle. www.tdlr.texas.gov

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Pathway To Freedom - AA/NA meeting every Wednesday at Cove Baptist Church

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• Penny Record Office: 333 West Roundbunch, Bridge City • County Record Office: 320 Henrietta, Orange Note: Offices Closed On Wednesday

THANKSGIVING ACROSS 1. Slick grp.?

5. Mountain basin 8. Bygone bird of New Zealand 11. Relating to armpit 12. Pestilence pest 13. End a mission 15. Ancient Greece assembly site, pl.

16. What little kittens did with their mittens 17. *Thanksgiving Cranberry concoction 18. *Site of the “First Thanksgiving” 20. “Guilty,” e.g.

21. Kiln, pl.

22. ____ Aviv 23. *Give what?

26. Strangling tool 30. Jul. follower 31. Pupil protector 34. Loads from lodes 35. Shows off 37. Part of human cage 38. Source of indigo dye, pl.

39. Laughing on the inside 40. Truly 42. Highest or lowest card 43. Nemo’s home plant 45. *U.S. President’s magnanimous gesture 47. Say “no”

48. Plural of carpus 50. Tom Jones’s “____ a Lady” 52. *First settlers 55. ____ con Carne or ____ Verde 56. Fe 57. Off-color 59. Popular jeans brand 60. Attention-getting sound 61. Peter, Paul and Mary, e.g.

62. Elvis’ “____ Now or Never” 63. ____ someone off 64. Do like goo DOWN 1. Lout 2. Alka-Seltzer sound 3. James ____ Jones 4. Colored wax stick 5. VIP’s influence 6. Compass point, pl.

7. The Count’s favorite subject 8. Wry face 9. Black and white mammal 10. *What Thanksgiving celebrant did?

12. Excessively showy, slang 13. Turkish monetary unit 14. *Macy’s parade flyer 19. “Haste ____ waste”

LEGAL NOTICES 409-886-7183 CRAWFISH FARMERS Two (2) temp positions; 5 months; job to begin 1/15/20 through 6/15/20; 7am to 3pm; Mon thru Fri; Duties: to operate boats in the ponds during the baiting and setting of crawfish traps and to assist with the harvesting of crawfish from the traps in the ponds during the harvesting season. Preparing the crawfish for distribution. Once hired, workers may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination. $11.33 per hr; 35 hrs a week, OT may vary but not guaranteed; 2 months experience in job offered required. All work tools provided. Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worksite will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier, if appropriate; ¾ hours guaranteed in a work day during contract. Employment offered by Freyou Farms located in New Iberia, LA. Qualified applicants should call employer for an interview at 337-519-2856 or apply during normal business hours. Applicants may apply for this position at their nearest SWA office located at 304 Pearl St., Beaumont, TX 77701 using Job Order 935819.

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THE STATE OF TEXAS To: Juan Guarjardo 2604 Havens Road Vidor, TX 77662

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, November 27, 2019

TxDOT URGES DRIVERS TO ‘END THE STREAK’ OF DAILY DEATHS November 7, 2000 was the last deathless day on roadways in Texas. That means for 19 years straight, at least one person has died every single day.

That’s why TxDOT and Texas Transportation Commission officials are launching the #EndTheStreakTX campaign this month, asking all Texans to join the effort to end this deadly 19-year streak.

An average of 10 people die every day in crashes in the state, which has prompted TxDOT and the Texas Transportation Commission to issue a public challenge.

They urge all Texans to tell 10 people about #EndTheStreakTX, and then have each of those 10 tell another 10, causing a wave of commitment and a surge of support for ending the fatal trend.

“I want to challenge every-

one here to tell 10 people right now about #EndtheStreakTX,” Texas Transportation Commissioner Laura Ryan said. “Take out your phones and let them know that you need their help to #EndtheStreakTX. Text them this message or share it on social media and tag at least 10 people. Challenge them to share the message with 10 of their friends, and so on. Let’s not have a 20th anniversary next Nov. 7th” TxDOT is asking people to share personal stories of loved ones lost in car crashes on their social media pages using photo and video testimonials with the hashtag, #EndTheStreakTX. The agency will also post statistics for the public to repost on social media outlets to help share this important message.

“We all have the power to end the streak of daily deaths on Texas roadways,” Ryan said. “And while we are committed to invest in the best engineering practices to make our roads safe, we also need drivers and passengers to act more responsibly and help us end the streak of daily deaths on our roads to reach our goal of zero deaths by 2050.”

TxDOT will dedicate an additional $600 million for more safety improvements along Texas roadways over the next two years. The effort includes widening some roads and adding rumble strips that alert drivers if they are veering out of their lane or off the road.

We will also add reinforced shoulders and select turn lanes, and deploy new technology that will increase safety on the entire system of

roads.

In May, the Texas Transportation Commission approved a goal aiming to end all fatalities on Texas roads by 2050, with an interim goal to reduce them by half by 2035. Texans can play a major role in ending fatal crashes with a few simple driving habits: wear seatbelts, drive the speed limit, put away the phone and other distractions, and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

“It’s heartbreaking to know that every day for the past 19 years someone has lost a spouse, child, friend or neigh-

bor on our state’s roadways,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “Ending this daily death streak is a shared responsibility. While we are committed to continue making improvements to our highway system, we all must work toward ending preventable crashes caused by drivers including distracted driving, speeding and drunk driving.

Let’s make it a priority to be safe, focused and responsible behind the wheel. Let’s end the streak.”

Since Nov. 7, 2000, fatalities resulting from vehicle crashes on Texas roadways have num-

4 Ways to Protect Yourself From ID Theft This Holiday Season (StatePoint) ‘Tis the season for holiday shopping. When making purchases online, be sure to protect yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft -- it’s more common than you may think.

With just a few pieces of personal information, thieves can open new credit lines, drain bank accounts and file fraudulent tax returns. The Federal Trade Commission says credit card fraud was the number one type of identity theft reported in 2018, with 167,000 people saying their information was misused on an existing account or used to open a new credit card account. No matter what form it takes, identity theft can cost thousands of dollars and take years to correct.

Below are four tips to help prevent identity theft: 1. Vary passwords: Use a different username and password

for each shopping account.

That way, if someone steals your information on one account, they won’t be able to go on a shopping spree at other sites, too.

2. Track transactions: Check your statements for any suspicious activity. If you don’t recognize a transaction, contact your credit card company or bank right away.

3. Beware of scams: Watch out for phishing scams in which fraudsters send emails that look like they’re from a reputable company, but aren’t.

Avoid clicking on links in emails as they may download malware that can give thieves access to your personal information. Always visit a retailer’s website directly to make a purchase.

4. Get identify theft insurance: Some insurance companies offer coverage to make the process of undoing the dam-

age from identity theft easier and less costly. For example, Erie Insurance has Identity Theft Recovery Coverage, an affordable option that can easily be added to a homeowners or renters insurance policy.

“When someone uses information about you without your permission, it takes time and money to straighten things out,” said Robert Buckel, vice president of product management at Erie Insurance. “This coverage offers peace of mind to help you restore your credit and make the process -- and your life -- a little easier.”

Protecting your identity may not be top-of-mind during the holiday shopping season, but with just a few safeguards in place, your online security can be greatly enhanced.

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