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Bridge City

Bridge City’s Morgan Louvier pole vaults to college stardom

BRIDGE CITY — Morgan Louvier’s Little Dribblers coach suggested she try pole vaulting once she entered middle school. A passion was born after trying it ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Friday, February 17, 2023 12:16 am

Local

Orange Mardi Gras parade could be even larger in 2024

Planning for next year’s Mardi Gras fun has already begun following a successful parade in Orange that included 20 entries of big floats and vehicles. ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Tuesday, February 14, 2023 12:20 am

Local

Fundraiser set for Orange County Sheriff’s deputy after home ruined by tornado

ORANGE — Orange County Sheriff’s Office Alumni are rallying to help one of their own impacted negatively by last month’s dangerous tornadoes. Alumni Association President ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Tuesday, February 7, 2023 12:58 pm

Local

Dakarion Judge, Darren Anderson graduate from Mustangs football, set sights on college success

WEST ORANGE — It’s like family for coach Hiawatha Hickman. The West Orange-Stark High School athletic director helped oversee the scholarship signings of Dakarion Judge ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Monday, February 6, 2023 12:20 am

Columns

STEPHEN HEMELT — Constable seeking crime tips from ex-sweethearts this Valentine’s Day

Constable Matt Ortego is promoting his Valentine’s Day Weekend Special. Only he is not courting the hopelessly romantic. Ortego is focused on the love scorned, ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Saturday, February 4, 2023 12:30 am

Columns

STEPHEN HEMELT — Inner strength drives Orange County from sports to community

It’s been more than a week since Jeff Mathews surprised many in Southeast Texas with news he was stepping away as head football coach of ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Saturday, January 28, 2023 12:36 am

Columns

1923 drug bust on Front Street in Orange would fit today’s blotter

The Orange Daily Leader reported on Jan. 28, 1923, about what today is called a “drug bust” conducted by George V. Denman, Orange Chief of ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Saturday, January 28, 2023 12:30 am

Local

National Weather Service breaks down tornados, wind strikes and rain amount that hit Orange on Tuesday

Radar-confirmed tornados were observed Tuesday by the National Weather Service, which resulted in Tornado Warnings heard across the region. Meteorologist Jeremy Michael told Orange Newsmedia ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Wednesday, January 25, 2023 9:16 am

High School Sports

Vidor outlines search for next football coach; Jeff Mathews lauds ISD leadership

VIDOR — The next Vidor High School football coach and athletic director is likely to be named within two months. The transition follows long-time coach ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Wednesday, January 25, 2023 4:00 am

Columns

STEPHEN HEMELT — Mississippi State offensive coordinator reflects of SETX roots

High school football is special in Orange County and across Southeast Texas. West Orange-Stark High can claim what few others in the state can as ... Read more

by Stephen Hemelt, Saturday, January 21, 2023 12:18 am

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