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TheRecordLive.com County Record Vol. 61 No. 34 The Community Newspaper of Orange, Texas Week of Wednesday, January 20, 2021 Grant allows Drainage District bayou cleanups

tractor-pulled hayride tour along were Orange city tween still-standing trees. the water can’t go anywhere, of the damage done last Au- council members Paul Burch The homeowner pointed it’s going to your living room. gust by Laura and made and Brad Child. Other invit- out that the bayou was full of “It went in mine.” worse by October by Hurri- ed officials were unavailable fallen trees or those leaning Clary would like to see a cane Delta. Both storms due to the Martin Luther from the bank and blocking cleanup effort that would re- packed winds clocked in ex- King Jr. holiday. the flow downstream. move all the downed timber cess of 100 mph in the coun- What Clary showed them “We live too close to the on either side of the levee ty. were thickets of small trees Gulf of Mexico not to have DRAINAGE Page 3A Among those who went blown down and lodged be- any drainage,” Clary said. “If LC Elementary gets $4K grant from Walmart

Brad Childs, Orange city councilman, looks at fallen trees and vegetation hanging over Adams Bayou during a tour Monday of damage done by Hurricanes Laura and Delta. RECORD PHOTO: Dave Rogers

DAVE ROGERS vation Service (NRCS) had For The Record authorized a grant of up to $1.5 million on a $2 million The Orange County project that will remove trees Drainage District has some blown down by Hurricane good news for Orange home- Laura from the banks of owners along the Cow Bay- those key Orange County ou, Adams Bayou and Little waterways. Cypress Bayou. On Monday, Tommy Clary, Don Carona, general man- whose north Orange proper- ager of the Drainage District, ty is on the banks of Adams announced Tuesday that the Bayou north of I-10, led a Natural Resources Conser- Ex-mayor’s son seeks BC council

DAVE ROGERS For The Record Expect a familiar name on the May 1 ballot for the City of Bridge City. Aaron Roccaforte, 38-year-old son of former Little Cypress Elementary School recently was the recipient of a $4,000 Walmart Community grant. The grant was written by music teacher Josh Leger for the campus. According to LCE Principal Kayla Casey the funds may be used for school communica- BC mayor and longtime city tion on the prekindergarten through third grade campus. If there are funds left from the larger project, the remainder would be council fixture Kurt Rocca- used to purchase “Skoogs,” a tactile musical instrument that allows students with various challenges to take part in a range of forte, has filed to run for music-making activities. Place 1 on the city council. Hal Biskey, Manager of the West Orange Walmart, said it is important to him that the funds given by his store go to organiza- “I’ve been around it [city tions in the community that are served by the local Walmart. council] all my life, and I re- Aaron Roccaforte PHOTO ABOVE: LCE Principal Kayla Casey, West Orange Walmart Manager Hal Biskey and LCE Music Teacher Josh Leger. ally feel like I can be an asset for the city,” says the young- Bridge City mayor during er Roccaforte. the devastating Hurricane “I really think I could pos- Ike in 2008 that pushed a 13- Rollout of Covid vaccine tough to swallow sibly make a difference and foot storm surge that flood- help some people out.” ed 99 percent of all homes. United States. conditions that put them at Pile, the Houston-based SE- Aaron Roccaforte, a 2000 His work in leading the re- DAVE ROGERS Recently, it was disclosed greater risk are next. TRAC is over Trauma Ser- graduate of Bridge City High covery kept him mayor until For The Record that the Austin health direc- There’s no mention of po- vice Area R, the nine-county School, has taken over his term limits forced him to Waldo’s got nothing on tor had ignored state guide- lice officers, Sheriff’s depart- area to which Orange Coun- family’s garage, Bridge City step away in 2016. Covid-19 vaccinations when lines and was vaccinating ments or fire departments. ty was assigned by the state. Radiator and Automotive He rejoined the BC coun- it comes to being hard to some lawmakers in town for But Orange County Judge “During a disaster like Co- Repair, since Kurt Rocca- cil the next year. find in Orange County. the every-other-year meet- John Gothia and Joel Ardoin, vid, my organization, SE- forte retired from BC coun- Registration for the May 1 If you looked fast, the ing of the Texas Legislature. the county’s emergency TRAC, steps in and helps cil and auto shop owner to city and schools election be- county was supposed to get House Speaker Dade Phel- management coordinator, lead things in your area,” he become Orange County’s gan Jan. 13 and ends Feb. 12. 100 vaccines at each of four an of Beaumont was among both cite (and circulate on said. Precinct 3 Commissioner. In Bridge City, Places 1, 3 pharmacies this week – those who announced he’d the county’s emergency Pile didn’t seem familiar “I think dad started on city and 5 will be on the ballot. Kroger’s and Walgreens on wait until all others in groups management department with Ardoin’s list. He re- council in 1992 and was Carl Harbert, Tammi Fisette 16th Street in Orange, the ahead of his 45-and-healthy Facebook page) a different ferred a caller to the DSHS mayor for 10 years – five and Terri Gauthier are the Main Street Brookshire age group had been vaccinat- set of priorities. website, regarding Phase 1B two-year terms (2006-16), incumbents. Brothers in Vidor, and the ed. It calls for healthcare vaccine allocation. but this is my first time to According to City Secre- Bridge City Walmart. Meanwhile, Beaumont’s workers to be followed in the It says: “COVID-19 has the actually run for an elected tary Jeanie McDowell, Fi- The state has set up about other state rep, Democrat Joe vaccination line by law en- most severe effects on people position.” sette and Gauthier have filed 75 vaccine hubs, including Deshotel, tested positive for forcement personnel, full- who are 65 years and older Aaron Roccaforte has for reelection but Harbert one in Chambers County, Covid-19 after a view days of time and volunteer firemen and individuals with comor- been chairman of Bridge had not as of Tuesday eve- two in Galveston County, the session. and school teachers and oth- bidities. Protecting these City’s Zoning Board of Ad- ning. Also, John Nickum one at the Jasper-Newton It’s hard, however, to find er educational workers ahead higher-risk individuals is of justment the past four years. filed to oppose Fisette for Health Department and an- out what is the proper order. of people in nursing homes, the utmost concern. Pre- He has lived his entire life in Place 3. other at the Jefferson County According to the state’s adults 65+ and others with venting the disease among Bridge City and has worked T.W. Permenter has filed Health Department near the Department of State Health dangerous medical condi- people who have these risk in the family auto repair biz to stay on as mayor of Pine- hurst, but the position is Jack Keep Brooks Regional Air Orange- Services, healthcare workers, Countytions. Strongfactors will dramatically re- since he was 16. port in Mid-County. nursing homes, school nurs- Ardoin said that list cited duce the number of Texans Roccaforte has a son, only up for a one-year term Stories of people “jumping es and “last responders” (un- by county officials comes who die from the disease and Trent Roccaforte, who grad- as Permenter was a mid- the line”Your and being Tax vaccinat Dollars- dertakers) were Go top priorityFurther from a groupWhen called You SE- relieve Buy pressure Local on the uated from Bridge City High term replacement for the late ed before it was “their turn” for the vaccine, followed by TRAC, the Southeast Texas healthcare system by reduc- School in 2020. began appearing the first day people over 65 and people Regional Advisory Council. ing hospital and ICU admis- Kirk Roccaforte was UPCOMING Page 3A vaccines were given in the between 16-65 with medical According to CEO Darrell sions.” Shop Our Great Selection of New and Preowned Cars and Trucks SabineRiverFord.com Keep Your Tax Dollars At Home - Shop Orange County! 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CMYK 2A • The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 20, 2021 My 5-Cents . . . By State Senator Robert Nichols

The Legislature has ended see that continue. The state is set to receive almost its first week of session. Due 200,000 doses of the vaccine. A little to the ongoing pandemic, the 3. Timeline for over 158,000 doses of the vaccine will Senate has decided to recess Session go to these hubs, the other roughly until January 26th . However, 38,000 doses will go to providers we will still be working hard As the Texas Con- across the state. Currently, the hubs in the meantime on legisla- stitution requires, are prioritizing frontline healthcare tion for Senate District 3. the legislature has workers, people who are 65 and older, convened for the and those with certain health condi- Here are five things hap- next 140 days. The tions. The state of Texas has vaccinat- pening around your state: reason we meet ev- ed more people than any other state in ery other year is be- the nation and will begin receiving a 1. The Texas Legislature cause the framers of larger allotment of doses starting in begins the 87th Legislative our state constitu- February. For more information about Session tion envisioned a the COVID-19 vaccine and vaccine Sen. Robert Nichols citizen legislature provider information please visit This week, the 87th legisla- that could not in- https://tdem.texas.gov/covid-19/. ture gaveled in for session. Though fringe too much on citizens’ lives by opening day looked a bit different than meeting more frequently. 5. Comptroller announces the usual, with fewer guests in the gallery, Though many years have passed Biennial Revenue Estimate on the floor, and throughout the build- since our founding, our framers vision ing, we’re excited to start the impor- lives on. The Comptroller has released his Bi- tant work on behalf of Senate District Several provisions in our state con- ennial Revenue Estimate. The BRE 3. stitution are related to ensuring we projects an estimate of the state’s rev- The Texas Senate also decided on value the time we are given to legislate enue over the next two years. The BRE the rules that will govern the chamber and focus our attention on only the projected that the state will have for at least the first 60 days. There are most pressing issues. One such provi- $112.5 billion available for general- several changes due to the ongoing sion is that no legislation can be fully purpose spending. That’s down 0.4% The Record COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 pre- passed in the first 60 days of session. from the last biennium. It also out- cautions include mandatory testing for The only exception is if the lined the closing balance of the last anyone going onto the floor of the sen- Governor designates a specific bill as two-year budget. While the coronavi- Newspapers ate or to a committee hearing and emergency legislation. If there’s a piece rus pandemic took a toll on our econo- twice weekly testing for all staff. The of legislation you feel strongly about, my, the impact was not as severe as of Orange County, Texas Senate also changed the number of please be sure to contact us. Our office originally thought. The ending bal- votes required to bring a bill up for a phone number is (512) 463-0103. ance for the 2020-2021 balance will be vote on the floor. Instead of requiring Here are some important dates to close to a negative $1 billion. The Record Newspapers- The County Record 3/5ths of the membership to bring a keep in mind as we move through ses- and the Penny Record- are published on Wednes- bill up, the body will now require sion: Daughters of the day of each week and distributed free throughout 5/9ths of the members to vote to bring March 12th – This is the last day greater Orange County, Texas. 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chives. District reserves. Drainage District bayou cleanups From Page 1 Carona, the Drainage Dis- Orange County citizens road. trict GM, says federal and pay 13.67 cents per $100 The Drainage District and state wildlife and environ- property value to the Drain- its contractors will only be mental rules affect every age District, raising $8.3 mil- able to pick up trees within project these days. lion in annual revenue for reach of a grapple arm He said they are not al- the 60-employee utility that mounted on barge in the bay- lowed to take a tree from the manages Orange County’s ou. bayou banks unless it is lean- waterflow. A similar $1 million ing at least to a 45-degree an- Another project in the “desnagging” effort that gle. And work in Bessie works for the Drainage trimmed overhanging vege- Heights Marsh falls under Ditch, in a joint venture with tation and pulled up and out the rules of the Texas Parks the Sabine River Authority, trees that were leaning at and Wildlife Department. Jasper, Newton and Orange least 45 degrees toward the “They regulate wildlife, counties, is to enlarge and water was performed by the and an operation like this improve the Sabine Relief Drainage District on Adams may affect wildlife, including Ditch. Bayou 18 months ago. birds and their nesting That ditch, which Carona “After Hurricane Harvey, grounds.” says has been around since at money we received from the Good news about the bay- least 1934, runs from just NRCS helped fund the re- ou project is it has a dead- south of the northern Or- moval of fallen trees and veg- line, just nine months to ange County line to the Sabi- etative debris from Adams complete the work. And the ne River near the intersec- Bayou and Cow Bayou,” clock is already running, tion of Interstate 10 and Carona said. Carona said. 16th Street. “After Laura, it’s hard to “While we’re in the regula- “The obvious reason why it believe but we’re back at it tory process, we’ll begin the was put in was to divert wa- again. There are a significant process to solicit outside ter to the Sabine River,” contractors,” he said. “We’re Carona said. “In its current amount of trees fallen in the Tom Clary, North Orange homeowner, explains Monday how he believes trees downed by the winds bayous.” of Hurricane Laura, are adding to flooding hazards along Adams Bayou. going to get a barge with a form it helps dramatically in Clary wants more than grapple and saw on it.” portions of Mauriceville and just clearing the banks. Clary says he’d like to see a Then he’d like to see a reg- 1959. The Drainage District other areas. “Calling it desnagging got thorough cleanup of the wa- ular bayou maintenance pro- “From 1934 to 59, you must front the cost of the “We have applied for funds me off their case,” Clary said terways that eventually drain gram. wouldn’t believe all the project and be reimbused for to improve and intercept and of the Drainage District. “But through lower Orange Coun- That includes dredging, dredging they’ve done here,” 75 percent of it by NRCS. direct overflow to Cow Bay- that bayou needs to be dug ty and into the Bessie Heights which he says hasn’t hap- Clary said, citing research The 25 percent or $500,000 ou. The design will include a out Marsh or Sabine Lake. pened for Adams Bayou since he’d done in newspaper ar- will be paid out of Drainage pump station.”

Upcoming elections From Page 1 Abbott praises Texas Covid-19 vaccine rollout mayor’s office and single- Karen Brooks Harper “vaccination hubs” he said health officials or elected of- days. Hospitals in the member Place 1 will be on The Texas Tribune were instrumental in speed- ficials, drawing the ire of Abilene, Bryan-College Sta- May’s ballot. Larry Spears Jr. ing up the administration of Houston Mayor Sylvester tion and Laredo areas have has filed for reelection as Gov. Greg Abbott on Tues- the vaccine. Some 78% of the Turner, who said in a week- also run out of intensive care mayor but Patrick Pullen, re- day said his health priorities 1,725,575 doses already end tweet that “any round ta- unit beds. habbing after an accident, for this year’s legislative ses- shipped to providers have ble conversation in Houston Texas is outpacing other has not indicated his plans in sion include expanding tele- been administered, includ- about vaccine distribution in states in administrating the Place 1. medicine across the state, in- ing second doses, Abbott Houston, Harris County re- vaccine, topping 1 million West Orange councilman creasing services for those said. gion should include diverse total doses last week. As of Randy Branch is running for dealing with mental health “It’s remarkable when you representation to ensure this weekend, the state had reelection but mayor Roy issues, and making sure Tex- think about it,” he said. there is equitable vaccine fully vaccinated, with both McDonald and councilman as has an adequate supply of The hubs, of which there distribution to at risk, vul- doses, nearly 180,000 people. T.W. Permenter Randy Dearing have not yet personal protective equip- are nearly 80 across the state, nerable communities.” Another 500,000 doses will filed. ment. allow Texas “to have several The meeting comes as be shipped to Texas for sec- Dan Mohon. Little Cypress-Mauricev- His public comments came locations capable of vacci- Texas is set to receive ond doses, Abbott’s office Another council seat in ille schools will have Place 4 after a meeting in Houston nating thousands of people 333,650 first doses of COV- said. Pinehurst, that of Greg Wil- and Place 5 on the ballot for with state health leaders and at each of these locations,” he ID-19 vaccine for 260 pro- Meanwhile, health offi- lis, is up for a one-year term three-year terms. Tammy the president and CEO of said. viders across the state, in- cials on Tuesday warned as well, while three incum- Rountree, incumbent in Houston Methodist Hospital Houston Methodist, one of cluding nearly 80 hubs capa- Texans to continue social bents, Joey Vance, Sarah Mc- Place 4, has filed, but Place 5 to brief them on his priori- the vaccine hubs, has report- ble of focusing on large com- distancing and washing their Clendon and Michael Shah- incumbent Aubrey Milstead ties for Texas lawmakers, ed vaccinating 4,000 people munity vaccination efforts. hands, pointing out that the an, would be running for had not as of Tuesday. who returned to the Capitol in a single day, Abbott said. State officials are warning state’s supply of vaccine is two-year terms. But only Incumbents Patty Collins last week. The meeting at Houston the COVID-19 pandemic is still far short of the more Permenter had filed for of- and Judy Cole have filed for Abbott also praised the Methodist Research Insti- at its worst in Texas after than 8 million people who fice as of Tuesday. reelection in the Bridge City state’s vaccine rollout and tute was private and initially 1,231 deaths were reported are currently being priori- In the City of Orange, the school district. the success of the large-scale did not include local public for the state in just three tized. Orange County’s Ford Dealership Shop Us Online For New & Preowned www.SabineRiverFord.com

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CMYK 4A • The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 20, 2021

loved the guy.” He has 43 presidential heads that he has ice is a longtime employee of J.P Court, Pct. 3, under Judge sculptured, each one weighing 7,000 pounds. He bought Flo Edgerly. (Editor’s note: Today Judge Janice is the J.P. the school in Huntsville he graduated from in 1943 and of Pct. 3 and was just sworn in for another term.)*****Bill plans to have a museum and foundation for his art. What I Smith, 53, longtime appliance salesman, died of a massive remember most about Charlie, besides the personal heart attack.***** Joyce Young lost her sister, Gladys things, is that he lived by his own rules, served us well in Duhon, on Jan. 5.*****A retirement party will be held at congress and was a champion for the poor and disenfran- the City of Orange, Jan. 22, for James Foyle and Judy chised and his love for veterans. We will never see his likes Davis.*****County Deputy Sheriff Jason Smalley takes a again. If you are ever near Lufkin, visit his impressive stat- bride, Rebecca Cox, on Dec. 19.*****Bridge City star Shane ue at his V.A. Clinic.*****Former Louisiana governor Ed- Dronett, with the Atlanta Falcons, advances to playoffs ward Edwards was released from prison after eight years. with the teams 20-18 win over Minn. Vikings.*****SIDE He will complete his sentence by home detention at a half- NOTE: Forty-two years ago Crip Trahan, Gus way house and will be monitored. He’s 83 years old, what Foyle and Raymond Hubbard, three good men, died in does he need monitoring from. He still maintains his in- the same week. nocence. His son was also convicted. Edwards said eight years ago, he would some day walk out. He did.*****When A FEW HAPPENINGS Con. Kevin Brady was in town last week he requested se- curity. National and state office holders all over the coun- Condolences to Dickie, Jeep and Pauline Colburn Har- try are spooked since the happenings in Arizona. Now grove and their families on the loss of their mother, Billie state officials in Austin all want bodyguards. They all Jean Whitaker Colburn, age 93, who passed away January know the harsh tone and mean spirited dialog has done a 17. Public viewing of the service will be available Monday, lot of damage in shaping the political atmosphere but none January 25, at 2:00 p.m., online through Claybar Funeral have the balls to condemn it.*****In Kiln, Mississip- Home’s Facebook page. Ms. Billie lived a great life and she From The Creaux’s Nest pi, Brandi Farve, 34, bonds out of jail after being caught in and “Dick” raised some great children. Please see obitu- a methamphetamine bust. She was arraigned before her ary.***** After fighting the long COVID-19 battle, Liz co-defendants because of the attention she drew. Bearden was able to come home Tuesday afternoon. Sha- THE WAY I SEE IT She’s Brett Farve’s sister and this is not her first brush ron got cleared last week and is back to work. In fact, Mon- with the law.*****By now I’m sure everyone knows that for- day he will try only the second case at the Expo Center. I Well, its come down to inauguration day, January 20, mer Orange Police Chief Sam Kittrell has taken a job as believe they will use a split jury in different locations of the 2021. It really seemed like it was a long time getting here. district attorney Steven Reis’ investigator in Matagorda building. No spectators. Liz really had a bad case of the vi- Joseph R. Biden, Jr. becomes the 46th President of the county. We wish him the best. Sam will keep his home in rus that attacked her lungs. Thank God she is home. There United States. Making history is Kamala Harris, the first Orange.*****We were sorry to hear about the death of Pam is no place like home.*****A few folks we know celebrating Black, South Asian and female to serve as Vice Presi- Stelly’s twin sister, Pat Kibbe, 66, of Groves. She passed birthdays. On Jan. 2, Coach Steve Griffith th dent. She is the 49 V.P. Today is a great day for America. away Jan. 12.*****We send our condolences to the family celebrates.*****Jan. 23, Sandra Peveto, Rex and Eric’s I relate it to the days when Franklin D. Roosevelt took of Michael Miller, age 16, who lost his life in an auto acci- mom celebrates her birthday.***Our buddy next door, over as president from a failed president Hubert Hoover. dent last week. Services were held Monday. His passen- neighbor Roy McDaniel, turns what I believe is 97 years President Biden has 50 years in government service. No ger Chance Hogan, 15, son of Sgt. Chad Hogan, is much old, even though in one place I have him listed as 96. Any- longer than four years ago, he put in the last of an eight improved and has left the hospital in Lafayette. Chad lost way, he’s a year older.*****Can you believe that on Jan. 19, year hitch as vice president. Donald Trump has changed his brother last year in an auto accident.*****Thanks Dolly Parton turned 74 and Neil Diamond will be 79 on America from what it was just four years ago. Biden has to Capt. Chuck Uzzle, who furnished the ducks, and Jan. 24.*****68 years ago on Jan. 25, Joe Payne and his inherited a country with some huge problems. One thing to Allen Dunn for turning them into a delicious wild- lovely bride, Deanice, got married. Happy 68th Anniver- we can all rest assured of is that President Biden will nev- game gumbo. That boy can cook. If anyone gets any extra sary you two.*****A year ago, on Jan. 26, Koby Bryant and er knowingly do anything that will hurt the country. He’s fish, we sure could use a fish fry. (Editor’s note: We didn’t daughter Gianna and others were killed in an airplane not any of the crazy things you might have heard. Biden is get any ducks from Chuck. First time in years.)*****Every crash.*****On Wednesday, Vice President Kamala Harris not a wild-eyed liberal, socialist, etc. At one time Biden year we get the sweetest oranges from Don Breaux. His was sworn in by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Soto- was considered one of the most conservative democrats in tree must not have produced this year or his family is get- mayor, a history-making event in which the first Black, the senate. Here’s an example of where Biden is politically. ting so big they consume them all. *****We under- South Asian and female vice president will take her oath He’s a centrist. George H. Bush, Gov. John Kasich and stand Bobby Cormier is hopping but getting around pret- of office from the first Latina justice. This was the second Biden could all have R’s or D’s on their foreheads. I believe ty good since breaking his ankle. It was a close call in that time Sotomayor took part in an inauguration. She swore in time you’ll see I’m right. The three, all centrist, always tractor accident. ***** Special birthdays this week go out in President-elect Joe Biden as vice president in put the country first. I believe this is a great day for our to Sandra Peveto who adds another year to her age.***Tyler 2013.*****Tom Hanks will host a 90-minute prime time country and I believe we have just the right person at the Thompson, who has had many baseball days in his young special with remarks from Joe Biden and Kamala Harris right time to lead the country out of a lot of bad problems. life, will be leaving his teen age years behind.***Historian Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. A few entertainers performing will Already the boys at FOX News are not wanting to give him and our friend Roy McDaniel reaches his 86th on Jan. be Garth Brooks, Justin Timberlake, Jon Bon Jovi, Demi a chance. Over the past 50 years of writing a column I’ve 25.***Special FaceBook friend Capt. Janois Straus, a nice Lovato and more. been criticized, but no one has ever attacked the facts. lady, good friend who turns 45 on Jan. 20.***Believe it or Through all the years I’ve stuck to the true facts. If I re- not, David Cagle turned 50 on Monday, Jan. 17. Just the ported it, I had the facts on my side. Usually when people other day it seems he was a teenager. (Editor’s note: David BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK criticized me it was because they didn’t like the facts. I has since passed away.) Celebrating birthdays this week are Melissa Berry, Beth usually considered the source and depth of knowledge. If a Fisher, Sarah Bonda, Cris Anderson, Don Collins, Lyn- believed the that the election was Trump Bubba “Big Lie” GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN don Robinson, Suzanne Pittard, Caitlyn Lindner, Jen- stolen from , not me, not the facts, not anyone will Trump nifer Grizzaffi, Stephanie Smith, Sue Harris, Karen change their minds. I quit trying a long time ago. I present Obituaries 10 Years Ago-2011 Anthony, Toni Robertson, Eric Shuford, Taylet Thomp- the facts and let them fall where they will.***** On a per- Vicki Parfait, known throughout Southeast Texas and son, Chelsea Anderson, Hayden Anderson, Mike Faulk, over the last two weeks I have really been un- sonal note, Southeast Louisiana as an outstanding female radio per- Ginny Pelpier, Ron Huebel. der the weather. I didn’t believe I could hold my head up sonality and longtime writer for The Record Newspapers long enough to do this column. I don’t have virus, that passed away Monday, Jan. 10. Vicki graduated from French CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK would be a killer, but I am really sick. In fact, I have waited High School in 1961 and joined the United States Marine a long time for the swearing in of the new president and I’ll Corps. She was a top rated radio personality on KYKR, miss most of it because I’ll be at the doctor’s office. Ain’t Pooldo Comeaux’s boy, Clarence, come in from da KOLE, KKMY, KQXY, KTRM, KTFA, KJAS in Southeast swamp at Pecan Island and got himself a job at da Sun- that a kick. Come along, I promise it won’t do you no Texas and other stations including Houston and Louisi- harm. rise Motel, in Kaplan, as da night clerk. Da first night he ana. She was survived by her children, Dottie Britt, Carl O. was there a lady call da switch board and say, “Look here, Stucker III, Jessica Parfait, Christi Stucker Battenfield, I got a leak in da batchtub me.” TODAY PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN Clay Stucker and Joshua Jude Stucker; and six grandchil- Clarence answer, “Mais Cher, dats ok, go ahead, you BETS ON FUTURE OF U.S.A. dren.***** Nancy “Sue” Venable, 72, of Orange, passed paid da rent.” away Jan. 16. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. on Wednes- Later dat night a man call and he say to Clarence, “Say Joe Biden campaigned as a rebuke to President Donald day, Jan. 19. Sue was a member of Community Church and fellow, me I got two rats fighting in da middle of da room.” Trump, a singular figure whose political power was fueled had been a long time resident of Orange. She was survived Clarence answer, “Wat you expect for $37, a bull fight.” by discord and grievance. The Democrat framed his elec- by her husband of 25 years, Douglas Venable; daughter, He didn’t las long on da job. tion as one to “heal the soul” of the nation and repair the Jackie White; son Danny; step-daughters Liz Guess and Lisa Nelmes; step-sons Douglas Venable Jr., Charles Ven- presidency, restoring the White House image as a symbol C’EST TOUT of stability and credibility. Biden, as much an institution- able and Chris Venable. She is also survived by nine grand- alist as Trump has been a disruptor, will look to change children.***** Jackie Trahan, 46, passed away Sunday, Jan. TRUMP IS GONE--WHAT WILL HIS LEGACY BE the tone and priorities of the office. “It really is about re- 16. Services were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 19. He storing some dignity to the office, about picking truth over graduated from Lamar University and worked for Xerox We have finally come to the end of four years of chaos lies, unity over division, “Biden said soon after he launched Corporation for 26 years. Jackie is survived by his wife of and according to Fact Checks 30,354 lies. Donald J. his campaign. “It’s about who we are.” Biden’s main task is 24 years, Johna Trahan; parents, Jack and Cynthia Trahan; Trump’s legacy will probably be as the worse president going to be needed to reestablish the symbol of the White son, Alex Trahan and daughter, Emily Trahan; sister, Kelly ever. Besides the lies, a record he holds, that will never be House to the world as a place of integrity and good gover- Showers; mother-in-law, Verda Mae Barnes; sister-in-laws, broken, is the events of last week. No one can deny Trump, nance. Biden is uniquely situated to do this, his whole life Rhae Jones, Charlotte Jean Hamilton, Linda Oswalt and Rudy, Donald Jr. and others caused the storming of the has been spent in Washington and he spent eight years Shelah Way. capital by Trump supporters. Nothing like this has hap- watching the job up close. The changes will be sweeping, pened before in our country. This was a grotesque assault starting with the president’s approach to the COVID-19 22 Years Ago-1999 on the very place where democracy happens in our coun- pandemic that has claimed OVER 400,000 American lives. try and none of it should be minimized or excused. This Trump flouted the virus, his staff worked largely without The Bridge City community joined together last week, day, Jan. 6, under Trump’s watch, is one of the worst days mask in the cramped West Wing offices while the presi- Jan. 11, for a special vigil to remember Melissa Mesch in our nation’s history. Also on Trump’s watch and a big dent hosted “super-spreader” events at the White House and Katie Schassow. The two 11-year-old friends were part of his legacy is that we now have surpassed over and on the road. Biden’s team has promised to restore dai- killed in an auto accident on Jan. 9, in front of First Bap- 400,000 deaths from a virus that Trump claimed was no ly news briefings and does not plan to refer to the press as tist Church on Roundbunch Road. Several hundred peo- worse then the flu. “We have 15 cases today and in a cou- “the enemy of the people.” While Trump filled out much ple attended the vigil. Before the assembly was released for ple of days it will be zero.” He than claimed COVID-19 of his Cabinet and White House staff with relatives, po- fellowship and counseling, Pastors John Lockler and Pas- wasn’t his responsibility and turned the problem over to litical neophytes and newcomers to government, Biden tor Lindsey Smith spoke and led them in the Lord’s Prayer. 50 different state governors. Today, we have reached over has turned to seasoned hands, bringing in veterans and Bridge City superintendent Sam Lucia cited a similar trag- 23 million COVID cases in the United States. Some career officials. Biden also has as much work ahead re- edy that befell the community in 1966 with the death Trump supporters have chosen to bury their heads in the pairing the image of the presidency overseas as he does on of Charles Holton Johnson, a Bridge City fifth grader, sand and refuse to see the damage he has really done to American shores. Joe Biden, who spent years on the Sen- who was hit by a car on Texas Ave. on Christmas Eve. Fifth this great country. Donald J. Trump is history now. The ate Foreign Relations Committee and has a vast foreign grade teachers at Bridge City Intermediate School, Cindy Senate will make a mistake if they don’t convict him. The policy portfolio as vice president, has pledged a course Claybar and Josette Choate, wrote the poem, “Reflec- Republican Party will be the losers in the end. The last correction. He has promised to repair alliances, rejoin the tions on Melissa and Katie.” Both services were held on part of Trump’s legacy will be that he is the only president Paris climate treaty and the World Health Organiza- Jan. 12, 1999. Melissa died at the scene, Katie died the twice impeached. Trump also faces the possibility of a tion and has said he would shore up U.S. national securi- next day at St. Elizabeth Hospital. We pray it will never criminal prosecution in New York for tax evasion and oth- ty by first addressing health, economic and political crises happen again.) *****Ex-boxers from age 80 to 50 turn out er charges. I believe some gray days lay ahead for the for- at home. for reunion at Boilermakers Union Hall. Two hundred for- mer president. Our country stands to be far better off mer Golden Gloves fighters attended. J.W. “Kid” Hen- without him in the White House. My guess is that his leg- acy, with all the chaos, will be that he was the very worst TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME ry organized the event. A few of the ex-boxers were Paul Jorgenson, AAU state champion, 1951-52, who later president in the history of this great country. None of the 10 Years Ago-2011 turned professional. Dick Manchara, Paul Patin, who good and fair things Trump did outweighs the CHARLIE IN BRONZE was ranked 9th in the world in the 1971 pro-ranks, Louisi- negatives.*****I’ve got to get out of here. Wear a mask, keep ana state champ four years and Texas state champ in 1956. safe and pray for our country. Take care and God bless. Last week an eight-foot statue of Charlie Wilson was He retired in 1973 after 23 lightweight pro fights. Also at- -- unveiled at the Charles Wilson VA Outpatient Clinic in tending were Keble Free, who fought from 1969-75 and Lufkin. The bronze statue sits on a three-foot base. Char- had 66 fights winning 55, George Easterling, a Golden lie was extremely proud of the V.A. clinic. He was com- Gloves boxer in 1945 to 49, turned pro in 1950 and was pletely devoted to veterans. His friend Buddy Temple, Texas champion in 1948. It was a fun day. One of the area’s chairman of the Temple Foundation, helped raise $50,000 most successful amateur boxer, Dow Gene Anderson, was for the construction of the statue. The bronze statue was trying to find someone who remembered the outdoor ring created by 83-year-old David Adickes. He is known for at Joe Bailey’s on Cow Bayou where he started boxing at massive art works, including the 67-foot tall Sam Hous- age seven. *****Bobby Menard, 62, passed away. He leaves ton statue on Hwy. 45 at Huntsville. He also has done two behind his wife Janice; daughters, Donna and Lanie; clay busts of Wilson just before Charlie died at age 76. At sons, Dean, Glen and Neal; and mother, Ella Mae. Jan- the unveiling, Adickes, who turned 84 this week said, “I

CMYK • The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 20, 2021 5A Deaths & Memorials Linda Kay Crump, 76, Orange Linda Kay Crump, 76, of Orange, She worked for Goodrich as a plant passed away on January 13, 2021, at manager secretary. Linda will be Billie Jean Whitaker Colburn, 93, Orange her home. Funeral services were dearly missed by all those she held Monday, January 18, 2021, at touched in her time on the Earth. Billie Jean Whitaker Colburn, 93, of the “Life Membership Award,” Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. She was preceded in death by her of Orange, passed away peacefully presented by the Women of the Officiating was Pastor Loyd Thur- parents, Bill and Laverne Payne; on January 17, 2021. Church organization. Her unwav- man. Burial followed at Hillcrest brother, Wayland Payne; and sister, Due to COVID restrictions, a ering faith in God was her strength, Memorial Gardens in Orange. Colleen Cumbie. She is survived by private family celebration of life and she invested it in others. She Born in Orange, Texas, on Decem- her loving husband of over 52 years, will be held at First Presbyterian loved unconditionally, prayed con- ber 25, 1944, she was the daughter James Wesley Crump; children, Church in Orange. Public viewing tinuously, studied her Bible daily, of William “Bill” Payne and La- Bonnie Yarbro and wife Kelly of of the service will be available and served joyfully. verne (Courtney) Payne. Linda was Midland and Paul Crump and wife Monday, January 25, 2021, at 2:00 Billie became a widow at only 48 a talented pianist, learning to play at the ripe Olga of Montgomery; grandchildren, Carlos, p.m. online through Claybar Fu- years of age; however, she carried age of 5 years old. Throughout the years she Daniel, Chasani, and Hannah; and great-grand- neral Home’s Facebook page or on with life and continued to learn, shared her talent and passion for piano with children, Christian and Brielle. at www.firstpresorange.com grow in her faith, and to encourage many children and played piano for her church. Billie Jean Whitaker, the daughter of Paul and serve others. Her passionate love for God and Pauline Simmons Whitaker, was born July and her family was extended to all who were Louise Rae Wood, 86, Orange 3, 1927, in Nacogdoches, Texas. During her open to receive it. It was inclusive rather than high school years, her father left his barber exclusive. With her steadfast belief that love is Louise Rae Wood, 86, of Orange, son, Ben Cole; and daughter-in-law, shop business and moved his family to Orange reflected in our actions, she showed respect for passed away on January 13, 2021, in Stephanie Cole. She is survived by for work in the shipyards to support America’s and genuine interest in all who crossed her Beaumont. Born in DeRidder, Loui- her significant other, Carl Busby; wartime efforts. Following graduation, Billie path. Billie made every attempt to be present at siana, on March 24, 1934, she was children, Danny Cole of Bridge worked for the City as a recreation director or- the events, special occasions, games, and pre- the daughter of Leo Ladner and City, Linda Watz and husband ganizing entertainment and activities for the sentations of her children, grandchildren, and Winnie (Prather) Ladner. Louise James of Little Cypress; daughter- locals and troops who were stationed in Or- great grandchildren to enjoy them and to show was a longtime member of 2nd in-law, Martha Cole of San Anto- ange. It was there that she fell in love with the her love and support for them. Every moment Baptist Church in Bridge City nio; grandchildren, Michael Cole card game, Bridge. That love enabled her to be- was special and to be treasured, especially fam- where she faithfully served her and wife Shanin, Rebecca Cole, Tif- come an excellent Bridge player, playing with ily time, which she loved. Lord. She was a master gardener fanie Baltazar and husband Joe, numerous Bridge clubs for the rest of her life Billie was deeply loved, adored, respected, and loved to tend to her roses. Lou- Misti Freeman and husband Greg, until health concerns and the pandemic be- and greatly appreciated by her family and all ise had a special place in her heart Dusty Cole and wife Tonya, and came realities. who knew her. She left a powerful legacy for her fur-baby, Little Bit. She was an excellent Stacy Breaux and husband Dale; great-grand- However, the greatest opportunity her job through the life she lived and modeled for all. homemaker and a wonderful cook. Louise of- children, Bryce Rambo, Espyn Burks, Jordyn provided was for Billie to meet Richard “Dick” She will be greatly missed, but we will continue ten enjoyed visiting her loved ones in Louisi- Burks, McKenzie Freeman, Shane Cole, Parker Edward Colburn, the love of her life, and she to honor her by following the example she set ana, and spending time catching up with them. Freeman, Evan Cole, Shaylee Watz and Falcon was the love of his. (And that was the end of the to make the most of our lives and rejoice in our She will be missed by all those who loved her. Cole; and siblings, Dorothy Hines, Bertha M. job.) They married and raised three children, Lord always! She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo Bailey, Marjorie Cole; along with numerous Dickie, Jeep, and Pauline. Billie was the con- She was preceded in death by her husband, and Winnie Ladner; husband, Melvin Wood; nieces and nephews summate homemaker, cleaning, cooking, man- Richard “Dick” Edward Colburn, Sr.; sister, aging the home, family life, and caring for her Colleen Kessler; and her parents, Paul and Pau- children, all while being beautifully groomed line Whitaker. and dressed. She and her husband taught and She is survived by her three children, Dickie Free Diabetes Classes Offered By AgriLife OC modeled Christian principles and values for Colburn and wife Karen, Jeep Colburn and wife their children. They held themselves and their Carolyn, and Pauline Colburn Hargrove and The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Or- and end on March 29th and will be from 6:00 children accountable for following them. husband Ricky, all of Orange; six grandchil- ange County will be holding free Do Well Be PM to 8:00 PM. They will be held at the Ex- Billie was always a school Room Mother and dren, J.J. Colburn and husband Vic Canales, Well with Diabetes classes. Join us in learn- tension office in the Orange County Con- chaperone for field trips. She served as PTA Rafe Colburn and wife Patricia, April King and ing how to prevent and control your type 2 vention and Expo Center. To get the full ed- President and in other leadership positions, husband Trey, Kelly Beall and husband Gary, diabetes, eat healthy and much more to con- ucational benefit, you need to attend all 5 and received the “Lifetime PTA Membership Jeannie Alexander and husband Bruce, and trol your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes if possible. Call 409-882-7010 to Award.” She was the Cub Scout and Boy Scout Terri Hoyland and husband Darren; and 11 weeks (on Mondays) starting on March 1st sign-up for this series. Den Mother, the leader for the Bluebirds and great-grandchildren, Kyle Dischler and fiancé Campfire Girls, and a Volunteer Red Cross David Acosta, Kenedie (King) Beadle and hus- Swimming Instructor for 20+ years. band Marty, Connor Alexander, Andrew Hoy- As an active member of First Presbyterian land, Zachary Dischler, Jordan Alexander, Church for 74 years with a near perfect atten- Whitley Hoyland, Ricki King, Hunter Beall, dance, Billie served many years as a Sunday Presley Alexander, and Cameron Dischler. School and a Vacation Bible School teacher, The family extends their sincere apprecia- Women of the Church Circle Leader, chairper- tion to caregivers Reina Atkinson, Maureen son of numerous church committees, as a Dea- Bates, and the staff of Kindred Hospice. con and as an Elder. She was also the recipient Glenda Lucille Finnell Whitley, 84, Orange Glenda Lucille Finnell Whitley, her skills were beyond compare. 84, of Orange, passed away on Jan- When her girls were older she en- uary 12, 2021. A graveside service joyed her Antique Study Group. was held Saturday, January 16, They enjoyed many trips, tours, and 2021, at Orange Forest Lawn Cem- programs. Her memory was as etery in West Orange. Officiating sharp as an elephant’s and her fam- will be Reverend Lani Rousseau. ily referred to her as the original Born in Hartland, Kansas, on July “google”. We will miss her sweet 10, 1936, she was the daughter of and kind ways and her beautiful Russell Dow Finnell and Ida Lucille handwritten notes. The family (Holdeman) Finnell. Glenda passed would like to thank Dr. Garth Bein- away peacefully surrounded by her art and staff as well as the amazing family. She moved to Orange with her parents health care workers in the Methodist health- when she was 5, was a graduate of Lutcher Stark care system. High School and a lifelong member of First Memorial Donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, Orange. She was United Methodist Church, Orange or the married to Jean for almost 61 years. American Cancer Society. She was preceded in She worked as a secretary at the Orange death by her parents, Russell and Ida Finnell; Camp Fire Girls office, was a Sunday school and sister, Virginia “Ginny” Green.She is sur- teacher, and a CFG leader for many years. Her vived by her loving husband, Jean Whitley; main focus was taking care of her family, which children, Cynthia Whitley Osborn and hus- she did in the most loving and caring way. She band Roy and Jennifer Whitley Harrison and was always available no matter their needs. husband Jeff; grandchild, Elizabeth Whitley Glenda loved to cook and was a talented seam- Harrison; and sister, Florence Evans; along stress. She made most of her girls’ clothes, and with many nieces and nephews. Mildred “Sissy” Mallett Hebert, 86, Orange Mildred “Sissy” Mallett Hebert, cook. She will be deeply missed by 86, of Orange, passed away on Jan- all those who came to know and uary 14, 2021, at her home. Funeral love her. She was preceded in death services were held Saturday, Janu- by her parents, Wiley and Edna Ad- ary 16, 2021, at Claybar Funeral ams; son, Gary Sheffield; brother, Home in Orange. Officiating was Raymond Adams; and sister Mary Mr. Tony Goins. Burial was at Hill- Alice Masengil.She is survived by crest Memorial Gardens in Or- her loving husband, Ralph Hebert; ange. Born in Jasper, Texas, on No- children, Kathy Solly and Vickie Si- vember 23, 1934, she was the mon and husband Edward; grand- daughter of Wiley Adams and Edna children, Karla Ward, Kasey Jones, (Choate) Adams. Sissy served her Misty Smith and Chad Simon; 8 Lord faithfully and taught Sunday School class- great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchild; es at the Church of Christ for many years. She and sister, Evelyn Zeigler. Serving as pallbear- was a wonderful person through and through ers will be Edward Simon, Chad Simon, Tim and enjoyed being surrounded by her loved Ward, Tirrell Jones, and Joshua Wright. ones. Sissy loved baking and was a talented

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The LCM cheerleaders competed at the UIL State Spirit Competition in Fort Worth on Friday. The LCM cheerleaders placed 8th in the state in the 4-A Division out of 61 4-A teams from across Texas. They placed 4th in the final round in the Crowd Leading Cheer Division. Squad members are, bottom row from left, senior Head Cheerleader Reese Cricchio, senior Crystal Malone, senior Head Cheerleader Allyson Campbell and senior Saylor Dronett. The middle row includes sophomore Kim- berly Goddard, freshman Abby Beatty, freshman Sophia Harrison, junior Alyssa Herndon, junior Rylea Tipton, junior Kaleigh Belden, junior Ashlynn Wilson and sophomore Paige Brown. On the top Little Cypress Junior High School Band Director Daniel Wilhelm announced the names of LCJH stu- row are freshman Autumn Newcomb, freshman Keely Parsons, freshman Chloe Wells, freshman dents who earned chairs in the recent Texas Music Educators Association (TMEa) All Region Band Brooklyn Elliott, sophomore Hannah Lemons, junior Conner Trawhon, freshman Marissa Vaught and competition. They are, front row from left - Kyndall Davis, Franklin Ortiz, Elias Jureidini, Rylee Lofton sophomore Bailee Rogers. Cheer coaches are Brandy Cricchio and Carlie Fults. and Cheyenne Powell. Not pictured - Isabella Ibarra, flute.

ORANGE COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY you are a Christian, you will Charles Empey is the Pas- experience a peace that pass- tor of Cove Baptist Church, es all understanding. Read: Orange, TX. STRONG IN FAITH Phil. 4:6,7,13.

Pastor Charles Empey In the deepest wintertime lieves.” Columnist faith is a road on which the Everything you can see or For The Record horses of prayer may travel hear with our physical eyes — yes, and all the better for and ears and touch are daily In the times we are living, the biting frost; but blockade fading away and will be gone. this devotional by Charles H. the road, and how can we We cannot trust them. Un- Spurgeon from his Morning communicate with the Great less there is someone beyond Sunday Service 10 A.M. & Evening Devotional, Page King? Faith lines me with di- what we can see, touch and Also 158, is extremely profitable vinity. Faith clothes me with hear on earth, we are bound Sunday Live Stream 10 A.M. Facebook to every Christian. the power of God. Faith en- to the destiny of it all. It all “Strong in faith” —Ro- gages on my side the omnip- comes to an end at one point mans 4:20 otence of Jehovah. Faith en- or another and usually quick- Christian, take good care Pastor Charles Empey sures every attribute of God er than we planned. So, we of your faith; for regathering in my defense. It helps me to must have something beyond Triangle Baptist Church faith is the only way whereby heaven — on which God’s defy the hosts of hell. It this world that is not affected you can obtain blessings. If messages of love fly so fast, makes me march triumphant by change on earth. Malachi 6446 Garrison at Hwy. 408 Orangefield we want blessings from God, that before we call He an- over the necks of my ene- 3:6 says “I am the Lord, I do “Come Worship With Us” 409-735-2661 nothing can fetch them down swers, and while we are yet mies. But without faith how not change.” Pastor: Bobby Oliver 409-659-5027 but faith. Prayer cannot draw speaking He hears us. But if can I receive anything of the If our faith in times like Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. down answers from God’s the telegraphic wire of faith Lord? Let not him that wa- this is not in Him, relying on Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. throne except it be the ear- be snapped, how can we re- verers — who is like a wave of Him for the perfect outcome Wednesday Service 7 p.m. nest prayer of the man who ceive the promise? Am I in the Sea — expect that he will for me, for you, than we will We are a KJV independent Baptist Church believes. Faith is the angelic trouble? — I can obtain help receive anything of God! O, fear and our physical, emo- messenger between the soul for trouble by faith. Am I then, Christian, watch well tional and mental condition and the Lord Jesus in glory. beaten about by the enemy? your faith; for with it you can will grow worse. Fear is a liar. Winfree Baptist Church Let that angel be withdrawn, — my soul on her dear Ref- win all things, however poor We have a bigger God, our we can neither send up uge leans by faith. But take you are, but without it you Savior, than fear and Cov- 19525 Hwy 62 S • 409-735-7181

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CMYK THE RECORD SPORTS AND OUTDOORS B Can Super Bowl Hunters heading for the home stretch

OUTDOORS be Tampa Bay’s CAPT. CHUCK UZZLE For The Record home game? With just a pre- cious few days left in the 2020-21 hunting KAZ’S KORNER season most outdoors JOE KAZMAR folks are scurrying For The Record around trying to fin- ish up on a high note. I predicted in last week’s Korner that the Whitetail season is Tampa Bay-New Orleans Divisional Playoff done except for a few Chuck Uzzle game would by hyped more than the other special seasons or per- three match-ups. mitted hunts and waterfowl season is JOE KAZMAR The focus of the media was about the not far behind. Texas hunters have un- head-to-head battle between the two oldest til the end of the month while those quarterbacks today in the National Football League—the who hunt across the river will finish Buccaneers’ 43-year-old Tom Brady and the Saints’ 42-year- up this coming weekend. Most folks old Drew Brees. agree that if you haven’t made it hap- I also pointed out that it was almost an impossibility for pen yet that more than likely you won’t one team to beat the other three times in one season. before the season closes. Well, it didn’t happen Sunday in the Mercedes-Benz Super- Still there are those who will contin- dome in New Orleans, but it was because Brees had an off- ue to hunt hard until the final day and day while Brady used his experience of winning the game in enjoy the last opportunities provided the fourth period or overtime. Brees has hinted that Sunday before everything closes for 8 long may have been the final NFL game of his career after hinting months. all season of retirement. Before we take a look at what’s left Brees had three interceptions in a playoff game for the first in the season I need to answer a ques- time in his long career while Brady led his team to the confer- tion that I’ve been asked several times ence championship game for the 14th time in his career by here recently. On more than a few oc- upsetting the Saints 30-20. Tampa Bay scored 14 points from casions local hunters and fishermen the Saints’ four turnovers. have asked me if I agree with every- The game was pretty much nip-and-tuck with the first half thing that is written in “The Record” ending in a 13-13 tie and then 20-20 going into the final quar- newspapers, specifically on the politi- ter. Brady was at his finest in the fourth period as he led the cal side. To be completely honest I ad- Bucs to a 36-yard field goal by Ryan Succop and scored the amantly disagree with the way Presi- clinching touchdown himself from one yard out. dent Trump is portrayed on some of Now Brady will be facing another greybeard quarterback in the pages here. I realize and respect that everyone has the right to free Plenty of geese and low duck numbers have been the report in areas like Arkansas and Green Bay’s 37-year-old Aaron Rodgers Sunday, who led the farther north. RECORD PHOTO: Capt. Chuck Uzzle Packers to an impressive 32-18 over the Los Angeles Rams speech so all I can say is that I agree to disagree on this subject and I will con- and their No. 1 defense, giving the Packers a chance to win in the days ahead. It would prove ex- word that comes to mind is “dismal”. tinue to support the things President their ninth NFC championship. tremely wise to stay informed on leg- We all agree 2020 had more than it’s Trump stood for, most importantly The Packers are an early 3½-point favorite, most of which islation and be active when voting be- share of trials and tribulations so add- putting America and Americans first. comes for having to play in freezing temperatures with a cause the way of life that many of us ing to that long laundry list of woes is The next administration will be ex- chance of snow. believe in has never been so close to the fact that we have had well below tremely unfriendly to those of us who Rodgers, who is the favorite to win the 2020 Most Valuable being nothing but a memory. average duck numbers in virtually ev- enjoy the outdoors so all of the out- Player Award, threw for two touchdowns and ran for another, Okay, being that waterfowl season ery state. I was in Arkansas 2 weeks door enthusiasts need to brace for notched his eighth-straight playoff game with multiple pass- is basically all that’s left to focus on it’s some very uncomfortable challenges UZZLE Page 2B time to call it like it is and the only KAZ’S KORNER Page 3B

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CMYK 2B • The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 20, 2021 Sam Rayburn logs first Toyota ShareLunker bass

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Angler Travis Moore ter bass in Texas fisheries.” reeled in the 13.44-pounder using a Carolina During the first three months of the season Great rig during the Bass Champs tournament Sat- (Jan. 1 through March 31), anglers who reel Selection urday January 9. in a 13+ pound bass can loan it to the Texas Of Quality “It was a great day on the water at Sam Ray- Parks and Wildlife Department for the burn,” said Moore. “After about 15 or so casts ShareLunker selective breeding and stocking Pre-Owned and few good bites, I finally hooked into my program. These anglers can call the Share- Appliances first 2021 bass and it was a giant 13.44 — Lunker hotline at (903) 681-0550 to report pounder. We initially weighed her in the boat their catch 24/7 until April 1, 2021. before taking her to the tournament weigh in Anglers who catch and donate one of these where Chad with Bass Champs put her on 13+ lunkers earn Legacy Class status, receive the scale to get the official number. My heart a catch kit filled with merchandise, a 13lb+ started beating fast and I was so excited I Legacy decal for their vehicle or boat, VIP ac- could have jumped up and down, but I kept cess to the Toyota ShareLunker Annual my composure.” Awards event and a high-quality replica of Harry’s Once Texas Parks and Wildlife Depart- their lunker fish. These anglers will also re- ment Inland Fisheries biologists were noti- ceive entries into two separate drawings; a fied Saturday evening, they quickly got on Legacy Class Drawing and the year-end Appliance & Service the road to collect and transport “Share- Grand Prize Drawing. Both drawings will Lunker 586” to the Texas Freshwater Fisher- award the winner a $5,000 Bass Pro Shops ies Center in Athens, where biologists are shopping spree and an annual fishing license. 302 North 10th Street • Orange • 886-4111 providing her top-notch care. 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CMYK • The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 20, 2021 3B Astros sign 10 international free agents, Cuba’s Pedro Leon

Staff Report nouncement was made by Astros Senior Di- For The Record rector of Baseball OperationsArmando Velasco. Terms of the contracts were not dis- HOUSTON MLB News- The Houston As- closed. tros have agreed to terms on contracts with “Assembling a strong international class is 10 international free agents, including eight not an easy task to pull off, but the work done players from the Dominican Republic, one by our scouting department and office staff from Cuba and one from Venezuela. The an- this year has been incredible,” said Velasco.

Kaz’s Korner From Page 1B ing touchdowns which is the longest streak punting from midfield, Head Coach Andy in NFL history. Reid called for a pass to the right flat which Brady, who will be playing in his 32nd play- was caught by wide receiver Tyreek Hill who off game, will either be loved or hated by the wisely sat down in bounds after making the fans in this game. His key to winning will be first down. to find a rushing game and having enough Henne then went into a victory formation time to find his targets. to kill the remaining 90 seconds and sent his I’m one of those fans who won’t shed any team to the AFC championship game against tears if Brady’s Buccaneers lose and am pre- Buffalo at 5:45 p.m. in Arrowhead Stadium. dicting a 38-31 Green Bay victory Sunday. Even though Mahomes’ status will be de- Both of the favorites in the AFC Divisional termined by the independent neurological Outfielder Pedro Leon, a five-tool player ranked by MLB.com as the No. 7 prospect in this year’s in- Playoffs came through with victories as ex- doctors later this week, I believe he will play ternational signing class. pected, as the Buffalo Bills defense had one and win 27-21, covering the early 3-point line “Today’s signings could not have happened years old after batting .383 with seven dou- of its best games of the season, completely on the game. without the support of Jim Crane and our en- bles, 15 home runs, 36 RBI and a 1.256 OPS thwarting the Baltimore Ravens offense, lim- But history said it will be close as 29 NFL tire ownership group, or the hard work of our (.467 OBP/.789 SLG) in 33 games. iting them to a first-half field goal and ad- quarterbacks did the concussion protocol scouts in the Dominican Republic, Venezue- “Pedro Leon projects to be an everyday vancing to meet the defending Super Bowl and the median time of their return was sev- la, and Mexico. For these players, today is center fielder and rapid mover to the big champion Kansas City Sunday at Arrowhead en days. only the beginning. It is a long road ahead to leagues,” said Astros Senior Scouting Advi- Stadium. the Major Leagues and our player develop- sor Charlie Gonzalez. “Pedro has a compact The Bills’ defense completely throttled the KWICKIES… ment staff will support them every step of build, tremendous strength and is an ex- Ravens and their franchise quarterback La- Houston Astros general manager James the way. We look forward to each player’s treme quick-twitch athlete. He possesses five mar Jackson, forcing them to their inept Click is trying to beef up the pitching staff by journey and development and we hope to see plus baseball tools on the 20-80 scouting passing game and outclassing them 17-3 Sat- adding free agent reliever Pedro Baez and all of them grow to their full potential.” scale, including an 80-grade arm with throws urday night. Jackson left the game late in the Ryne Stanek to the mix. Click promises there The current MLB International signing between 96 and 100 miles per hour. His per- third quarter under the NFL concussion pro- will be more moves made before spring train- period, runs from January 15 through De- sonal character is exemplary, and he has well tocol and undrafted rookie Tyler Huntley ing next month. cember 15, 2021. above-average baseball game instincts and took over the Ravens quarterbacking chores. I can’t believe Lamar University is joining Among the signings was outfielder Pedro work ethic both on and off the field. We are And it was the concussion protocol that the old defunct Western Athletic Conference Leon, a five-tool player ranked by MLB.com very excited to bring Pedro into the organi- ended Sunday’s playoff game for Kansas City and leaving the Southland Conference after as the No. 7 prospect in this year’s interna- zation.” quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who was hit so many years. That will certainly kill the ri- tional signing class. A 22-year-old native of Signings consist of five right-handed pitch- hard on a third period quarterback sneak valry between the Cardinals and McNeese Cuba, Leon played two seasons in Cuba’s Se- ers, three outfielders, one infielder and one with the Chiefs ahead 19-10. Back-up Chad State in Lake Charles. rie Nacional, where he hit .359 with 21 home catcher. Below is the full list of international Henne, an 11-year NFL veteran in his second The Kansas City Chiefs will be the first runs and a 1.098 OPS (.420 OBP/.678 SLG) in free agents who were signed by the Astros to- season at Kansas City, took over and led his AFC team to ever host three straight Confer- 65 games across two seasons. During the day: team to a 33-yard field goal by Harrison But- ence Championship games. The Philadelphia 2018 season, he was named an All-Star at 20 ker. Eagles of the NFC did it from 2002 to 2004. 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CMYK • The Record • Week of Wednesday, January 20, 2021 4B Honeybees wintering in Southeast Texas “Everybody Reads The Record!”

Len VanMarion flow and not store enough Texas Master Beekeeper honey for next winter. If they Texas Master Gardener start their spring population growth to early their popula- Do you ever wonder why tion in the hive might exceed you don’t see honeybees in the honey stores and the hive the winter? Well it’s because will starve. they don’t leave the hive Early spring late winter is a when temperatures are lower critical time for the bees. than the mid 50’s. Here in Southeast Texas that The bees in the hive will time is late February. We of- stay clustered in the hive to ten get early spring blooms keep the brood area 92 to 95 followed by a late frost. Many degrees F. They will eat the of the backyard gardeners honey that they stored all know this fact well. How summer to keep the hive many times have you planted alive. The cluster of bees will get tighter and tighter as the temperature tomatoes to loose them to a drops. The cluster of bees will get frost and have to replant. tighter and tighter as the Even if you did not have to the hive as they don’t have a Often the weather will temperature drops. Some of completely replant, I’ll bet way to regulate their own warm up and we will get the bees will shiver to pro- you spent some time cover- temperature sort of like a some early flowers. Once the duce heat. I say shiver but ing and trying to keep the reptile. Once the temps rise temps rise the bees become what they do is they flex frost away. to the mid 50’s some of the more active and the queen their shoulder muscles to For those of you that no- bees will venture our in will begin to lay more eggs in produce body heat. It is very ticed honeybees on your search of blooming plants to preparation for spring. much like when you workout hummingbird feeders, well help supplement their honey The hive must judge the at the gym and sweat even mid February is a good time supply. If the hive fails to weather and decide when to though it’s cool inside the to refill and place them out. store enough honey or if the build up their numbers in gym. The bees will rotate Place them out for the bees beekeepers robs to much anticipation of the nectar their position within the hive then keep them out in March honey the hive will starve. flows that occur late April to and take turns shivering to for the migrating hummers. Most of the starvation oc- June. If the bees delay their heat the area. Help 2 of natures miracles curs in late February or early spring population growth When the temperatures honeybees and humming- March. they might miss the honey are cold the bees can’t leave birds. A Walk on the Natural Side: Apple Cider Vinegar

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CMYK 6B The Record • Wednesday, January 20, 2021

#YOUMATTER@BCISD BCISD Celebrating Thanksgiving And Christmas In November 2020 Bridge City Elementary School Quote of the Week

Our students here at BCE have enjoyed being back at school this year. Even with the change in schedule and having to combine Thanksgiving and Christmas activities all in the month of November, lots of learning and fun took place.

BCE students enjoyed making a “Quote of the Week” with Mr. Lintzen.

MRS. HALEIGH WOLFORD

The students and staff were saddened by the unex- pected passing of our wonderful Fine Arts teacher Mrs. Haleigh Wolford. She will forever be remembered in our hearts and lives.

BCE Students Cast Their Votes on Election Day 2020

Bridge City Elementary students learned about Election Day and the process of registering to vote, learning about the candidates, and then filling out the ballot.

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