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The Penny Record Vol. 61 No. 37 Distributed FREE To The Citizens of Bridge City and Orangefield Week of Wednesday, February 10, 2021 Orange aims abatements at medical complex

DAVE ROGERS Plans were for the medical liberation Regarding Eco- for the council’s Jan. 26 gun. zone is the first step to being For The Record center to open in 2021, after nomic Development Negoti- meeting. In its previous meeting able to grant tax abatements. 15 months for engineering ations: and also said “delib- Eagle Point Parkway was Jan. 26, city council approved In this week’s meeting, Mum’s the official word, and construction. eration regarding real estate the name of a four-lane bou- a resolution to participate in council took the next step, but look for some news com- Then Imelda, the fifth- development project propos- levard the EDC board and a tax abatement reinvest- “ratifying guidelines and cri- ing up soon about the Eagle wettest storm on record, hit al … regarding Eagle Point city council agreed in 2018 to ment zone and ordinance teria for granting tax abate- Point project, maybe even and brought major flooding Parkway.” spend up to $425,000 build- designating a reinvestment ments … effective until Janu- the long-needed Gisela to Southeast Texas. It was The exact same executive ing. zone at Eagle Point. MEDICAL COMPLEX Page 3A Houseman Medical Com- followed in early 2020 by the item appeared on the agenda No construction has be- Creating a reinvestment plex. new coronavirus pandemic In June of 2019, three and shutdowns of businesses months before Tropical across the country. Storm Imelda hit Orange Plans for Eagle Point have Lost and found, original BCHS gym floor saved County, Houseman donated been on hold for a while. 20 acres of land at Eagle But the closed executive Staff Report week on the job when I was Point on which to build of- session at the end of the Or- For The Record exploring the old PE gym,” fices and surgical suites for ange City Council’s Tuesday Wooley said. “It immediate- up to 20 doctors and a “mini- meeting included appear- In 2008, Hurricane Ike ly caught my eye and I knew hospital” with eight to 20 ances by Gisela Houseman, ravaged Bridge City. Though someone had saved it for a beds with an ER and urgent Shawn Sparrow of House- the main campus of Bridge reason. It has always looked care. man Corp. and County Judge City High School was like it would make a great Local physician Dr. Marty John Gothia, none of whom spared, the original gymna- table to me and I’m so glad Rutledge announced he had would comment on anything sium built in the 1950’s, re- that future Cardinals will be recruited health care pros to as they left council cham- ceived over 18” of water. able to see this piece of hid- bring specialized medicine bers. That gym would later serve den history.” to Eagle Point, a strip of land A woman answering the the Junior High Campus Coach Chad Landry and southeast of the intersection telephone at Rutledge’s clinic when the high school moved his Building Maintenance of Interstate 10 and US Route said the doctor was not au- to Bower Drive. class were commissioned to 62. thorized to speak on the Ea- Since 2004, when the high turn this piece of hardwood It would include a surgical gle Point plans. school moved back to its into a conference table for center, an imaging center, an The public agenda for Texas Avenue location, it use at Bridge City High infusion center and a cancer Tuesday’s non-public execu- again served the BCHS School. Students took extra center, Rutledge said. tive session was titled “De- campus and continues to care to protect the artwork serve the community. Less that was added by Coach than two weeks after the Former Bridge City High School Principal and coach Richard Larry Ward in the early flood waters receded, the Briggs is seen with current BCHS Principal Tim Wooley with the 1960’s. preserved center court of the original BCHS gym. BC’s Nickum vows gym floor was being re- “This was an incredible moved and discarded. preserved. “At the time, I The campus would go on project to be a part of,” Though he retired from remember thinking ‘this is a to celebrate the history of Landry said, “we are thank- ‘proactive’ approach the district in 2016, Richard part of our history,” Briggs BCHS through the con- ful to Mr. Woolley for al- Briggs was BCHS Principal said, “The early graduation struction and display of nu- lowing our students the job to city government when Ike hit. He recalls the ceremonies took place in merous items as part of its of preserving and restoring work crew “burning up saw this gym and on this very Traditions Project. Though the gym floor into a time- blade after saw blade” cut- floor. This floor was home several ideas were explored, less piece.” DAVE ROGERS ting the floor into pieces to generations of school what exactly to do with the As former graduates, For The Record and it being hauled away. dances, pep rallies, One Act old center court was never Briggs and Woolley echoed John Nickum, born into an But their work was not done. Play performances, athletic settled. that the project was made Orange County insurance Beneath that first floor was contests, and decades of Fast forward to 2020 ... extra special by the fact that family, says he was delivered a second hardwood floor other community events. Principal Tim Woolley, a current students played “with a State Farm tattoo.” and, finally, a third floor; in- We picked it up and put it 2000 graduate of BCHS, de- such an important role in But the 1993 graduate of deed the original BCHS on the stage in the gym.” cided it was time for others restoring a piece of campus Bridge City High School gym floor. According to Briggs, he to be able see this piece of history that celebrates a hasn’t just spent his entire Briggs, a 1981 Bridge City wasn’t exactly sure what to history. “Cardinal Pride” that start- life quoting great rates and grad, took one look at the do with it but knew it had to “I caught a glimpse of the ed over 60 years ago. offering safe-driving dis- old gym floor and knew the preserved. cut out floor during my first counts. center court needed to be Nickum, whose whose fa- John Nickum ther, Bill, operates Bridge City’s State Farme Bridge working on my MBA at La- Commissioners approve Sheriff’s K-9 unit City’s State Farm agency, has mar,” he said. his State Farm business in “I wanted to get involved, tion. I’ve ever had.” Vidor. DAVE ROGERS so I got involved in the Vidor K-9 expenses were hardly Commissioners deliberat- But before that, he first For The Record Chamber of Commerce. I go the largest of the day, though. ed the best way to pay for achieved a degree in health- to a lot of meetings and I be- The Orange County Sher- Commissioners approved $664,000 of capital expendi- care administration and gan to realize that each town iff’s Office is going for the a total of $2.03 million in tures by the Road and Bridge long-term care from the in Orange County, they talk, dogs. weekly bills, one of the larg- Division, and sent County University of Texas Medical but they don’t talk.” County Commissioners est totals in memory. Engineer Clark Slacum back Branch in Galveston. Nickum means the com- signed off Tuesday on rees- Almost half that amount to get a quote on a three-year He worked at M.D. Ander- munities don’t always realize tablishing a K-9 program went to pay bills resulting financing agreement. son Hospital in Houston ne- their connectedness. with two drug dogs. from Hurricane Laura debris The county leaders noted gotiating contracts between “If Vidor’s clearing out its The purchase and training cleanup. that they had not yet re- pharmaceutical companies drainage, that water goes to will require the expenditure Plessala Enterprises got a ceived any of the $10 million and the hospital. Bridge City,” he said. “They of $20,000 of drug forfeiture check for $463,911 for use of reimbursement promised by He earned a master’s in should talk.” funds from the Sheriff’s Of- its landfill. TetraTech, the FEMA for debris cleanup business administration As examples, John Nick- fice plus $10,000 of county company hired to satisfy FE- and cash flow was a concern. from Lamar University, with um offered the cases of Jef- money to pay expenses for MA-required oversight of “Until we get some dollars a dual concentration in fi- Sheriff Lane Mooney ferson County grabbing two dog handlers. debris-hauling trucks, was rolling in, I hate to spend nance and marketing. what should be Orange “The Drug Enforcement from traffic stops and search paid $434,306. money,” County Judge John He is currently the presi- County’s spoils. Administration requires us warrants in 2019. The county jail, which suf- Gothia said. dent of the Vidor Chamber He cited the fact that the to use a K-9 anytime we seize Those funds are turned fered heavy wind damage in Mauriceville Heritage As- of Commerce and the Vidor city of Port Arthur collects currency,” Sheriff Lane over to the U.S. Treasury, October from Hurricane sociation was granted a one- Rotary Club. most of the property taxes Mooney explained. which eventually returns Delta, earned a Certificate of time $30,000 grant from And he’s running for city from the Entergy power “If we call others in [a K-9 most of the seized money to Compliance after a surprise county Hotel Occupancy council in his hometown of plant, which is located on unit from another police or the agency that discovered it. inspection by the Texas Tax funds. The Association’s Bridge City because he wants the Bridge City end of the sheriff’s department], we Forfeiture funds are restrict- Commission on Jail Stan- buildings were lost to winds to see the cities of Orange Rainbow Bridge. And he have to share with them.” ed in that they can only be dards Jan. 20. from Laura and Delta, but County work together for warned of what’s to come According to a report pre- used for certain law enforce- “I can’t say enough about the county’s money is to be their common good. with the dredging of the Sa- sented by former Sheriff ment purchases. our staff,” Jail Capt. Jim used for other costs. “I began to learn about bine-Neches ship channel Keith Merritt last year, the The dogs are trained to Eiselstein said. “In my 40 The county approved a how municipalities and gov- department seized more sniff out contraband and are years, it’s probably the one-year $80,000 contract ernments work while I was NICKUM Page 3A than $1.25 million in cash used on highway interdic- smoothest jail inspection with Dal Moreau III. Shop Our Great Selection of New and Preowned Cars and Trucks SabineRiverFord.com Keep Your Tax Dollars At Home - Shop Orange County! See Our Ad Page 3A.

CMYK 2A • The Record • Week of Wednesday, February 10, 2021 My 5-Cents . . . By State Senator Robert Nichols

A weekly column from Sen. around $21.4 tril- expand by opening a third COVID-19 Robert Nichols by Sen. Robert lion, making it the unit in preparation for another influx of Nichols, Senate District 3 worlds largest econ- cases. This all comes as two new vacci- omy. It’s a good time nation hubs opened in East Texas. The Punxsutawney Phil saw his to be in business in newest hubs in Jasper and Palestine join shadow on Groundhog Day, Texas and we look existing hubs in Liberty County and signaling 6 more weeks of win- forward to contin- Montgomery County. ter. Since 1887, the groundhog ued growth in 2021. in Punxsutawney, Pennsylva- 5. Big Thicket National Preserve nia has been central to the leg- 3. Governor Ab- Issuing Free Feral Hog Trapping Per- end of Groundhog Day, cele- bott Names Broad- mits brated every February 2. Let’s band as an Emer- hope he’s wrong this year. gency Item in State The Feral Hog Trapping Program is Here are five things happen- of the State Ad- offering free hog trapping permits in ing around the state this week: dress the Big Thicket National Preserve. The Sen. Robert Nichols feral hog population is becoming a 1. Texas Water Develop- This week, Gover- problem in that area, which covers parts ment Board authorized $44.5 nor Abbott delivered of Jasper, Polk, and Tyler counties. Feral million in Flood Mitigation Assis- his State of the State address in Austin. hogs can be aggressive and outcompete tance During the half-hour speech, he other native animals for food, water, touched on topics ranging from the and resources, throwing the existing Last month, the Texas Water Devel- pandemic and the vaccine effort to the ecosystem out of balance. Hunters are opment Board (TWDB) approved $44.5 Texas economy and job growth. In the allowed to trap and kill as many hogs as million in FEMA grants for their Flood speech, he named five emergency items, they can. Last year, around 250 feral Mitigation Assistance program. The a designation that will hogs were removed and the preserve is Flood Mitigation Assistance program is allow legislators to vote on and pass hoping for even more removals this a competitive grant program that pro- legislation before the 60-day mark. One year. The program issues 50 free per- vides funding to states and local com- of the emergency items was expanding mits on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Record munities for projects that reduce or broadband access. Lack of rural broad- Hunters are allowed to bring one trap eliminate the risk of repetitive flood band has been an issue in the state for a and one feeder and hogs in the trap damage. TWDB administers the FEMA long time and something I’ve been must be killed with a firearm only. No Newspapers grant program for Texas. Eleven grants working on for several years. The global hunting dogs are allowed while hog for Texas projects were approved, in- pandemic has only shown us just how trapping in the area. The program runs cluding four in Senate District 3. Mont- necessary high-speed internet is for until the beginning of general hunting of Orange County, Texas gomery County was awarded $10.07 telehealth, education, and business. season in November. Permits are avail- million for acquisition projects, Orange This session I have filed legislation with able at the Big Thicket’s Visitor Center. The Record Newspapers- The County Record County was awarded $1 million for ele- Rep. Ashby that would expand broad- and the Penny Record- are published on Wednes- vation projects, the City of Pearland band access. I’m thrilled the governor day of each week and distributed free throughout was awarded $1.35 million for elevation has made this subject an emergency Orange County Master greater Orange County, Texas. The publications projects, and the City of Vidor was item and know that we will be working awarded over $400,000 for acquisition diligently to pass meaningful reform to Gardeners upcoming feature community news, local sports, commen- projects. That totals over $12.5 million get rural Texans the high-speed inter- seminar tary and much more. Readers may also read each for Senate District 3 flood mitigation net they need. issue of our papers from our web site projects, a much needed investment in TheRecordLive.Com. Join the Orange County Master Gar- our more flood-prone areas. 4. US Military Medical Profession- deners, Sunday, Feb 27. for “An Over- als Treating COVID-19 Patients in view of Traditional Native Plants and 2. Texas economy ranked 9th larg- Lufkin News Tips and Photos Herbs for Health and Medicinal Bene- est in the world 886-7183 or 735-5305 fits”. 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CMYK • The Record • Week of Wednesday, February 10, 2021 3A Violet LeBlanc Branch turned 100 Thursday Bridge City opens gov’t offices DAVE ROGERS City Hall will be drive-thru Call 409-735-4242 for ap- For The Record only. For any other business, pointments. Storytime will call 409-735-6801 for ap- continue on Facebook. “Saying we’re going to loos- pointments. City park remains open, en up as much as we can,” Municipal Court lobby is but no reservations for the Bridge City Mayor David Rut- open by appointment only. pavilion are being taken at ledge announced Tuesday Call 409-735-2236 for ap- this time. that city buildings have ad- pointments. City council meetings will justed their coronavirus re- Senior Citizen Hall will re- be open to the public in the strictions. main closed. City Hall chambers with lim- “As mayor, I instructed the “It’s a small building and ited seating. department heads of the city we don’t want to gamble with “The fact that people are today to begin to open the our senior citizens’ lives,” the getting vaccinated and the majority of city buildings on a mayor said. number of new cases of COV- limited basis,” Rutledge said. The Community Center is ID-19 seems to be trending “It’ll begin Wednesday.” opened for private functions down on a 14-day average led Masks, sanitizers and so- only, with a maximum of 100 us to make these changes,” cial distancing will be man- people. Call 409-735-6801 for the mayor said. datory inside all city build- reservations. “But if we have a spike in ings, Rutledge said. But most City Library is open by ap- cases, we may have to tighten buildings will require an ap- pointment only with a maxi- things back up.” pointment. mum of five patrons at a time.

Violet LeBlanc Branch of Orange celebrated her 100th birthday on Thursday, Feb. 4, with neighbors Medical complex From Page 1 and public safety officers putting on a car parade in front of her home. Orange Mayor Larry Spears, ary 2023.” oine said. “That levee is go- been getting by since on ca- Jr., proclaimed it “Violet Branch Day.” RECORD PHOTO: Dave Rogers One person who did grant ing to leave the City of Or- tering jobs and selling his an interview after the meet- ange with zero waterfront specialty crawfish. ing was Orange restauran- property.” But Lemoine didn’t cancel John Smith honored with Key To The City teur Jake Lemoine and he It got worse for Lemoine: his EDC deal for $200,000 of confirmed that his vision for “We actually closed on the infrastructure improve- a “Boardwalk Grille” next to loan just two weeks before ments. He got the council to the Port of Orange has been they announced they’d got OK extending that deal dashed. the rest of the funding to through September of this Lemoine terminated his build the levee,” he said. year. $100-a-year lease with the While Lemoine doesn’t He said he’s got his eye on city on property at 5th and need the loan, “I have to pay a different location – at Eagle Division Streets because of all the closing costs and fees, Point. the unexpected progress of basically $47,000 for noth- “I’m looking at buying the Coastal Spine project, ing.” property in the project with which includes plans to build The building that was the new hospital,” he said. a levee where his restaurant home to Lemoine’s tempo- “I’ll probably have to change was set to be located. rary eatery on the opposite the name since the “Board- “We were told that this [le- side of 5th Street was dam- walk Grille” would be funny vee] project would take 25 aged in Hurricane Laura last without a boardwalk.” years at least to build,” Lem- August and Lemoine has

Nickum From Page 1 that separates the two coun- school junior – has been active approach on council. ties. married to his wife, Christy, “I can answer phone calls “Companies coming into 9 years. and look at ditches, but what Orange County that should And he’s on the Chainsaw are we doing to be proac- go to Orange County,” he Team. tive?” he asked. said. “We need to have our Actually, it’s full name is “It’s good we have the cities unify and protect what the Southern Baptists Disas- plants coming in, but what should be ours. ter Recovery Mud Out and do we have for a [local] labor “If Orange County grows, Chainsaw Team. He’s a team force? If we have the people, Bridge City’s going to grow. leader and trainer for that we have tax revenue.” Vidor’s going to grow.” group, which deploys nation- Friday is the final day for Longtime city attorney John Cash “Jack” Smith, center, receives the Key To The City of Orange from Nickum, father of two sons wide during disasters. candidates to file to run in Mayor Larry Spears, Jr., as Smith’s wife, Juliet, looks on at City Council chambers Tuesday morning. and a daughter – Coleman is Nickum says if he wins his the May 1 city and school Smith says he’s not retiring, but will be City Attorney Emeritus. “You won’t see me as much, but you graduating from Baylor in election to Place 3 against elections. Early voting be- haven’t seen the last of me,” he said. RECORD PHOTO: Dave Rogers May, Nick is a high school three-term incumbent Tam- gins April 19. senior and Abigail is a high mi Fisette he will use a pro- 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, February 10, 2021

past his mid-70’s. ***Robert Montagne spent his life in ed- years. Gene says that COVID has probably dealt a death ucation. A good guy we’ve known over 50 years. Happy blow to live entertainment by old Swampers like he and birthday Robert, good health and a long life. ***Karen Warren Storm and others. *****Last week I predicted that Fuselier and Jivin’ Gene both celebrate Wednesday, Feb. the odd makers would probably make the Kansas City 9. Both will do to ride the range with.*** Ms. Peggy, the Chiefs a 3 to 4 point favorite to win the Super Bowl. I had chief bottle washer and head captain of Peggy’s on the learned a long time ago to never bet against Brady. Even Bayou, is a year older on Feb. 10. ***Turning 3 years old though Tom was named MVP, I believe it was Tampa this week, Feb. 8, is Mark Dunn’s cute granddaughter Bay’s defense that won the game, 31 to 9, only allowing Delilah. She’s Jenna and Robbie’s “Little the Chief’s to score only three field goals. Super Bowl 55 Princess.”*****G.M. and Chrysler sales and production also featured the first female referee. The win for Brady are up 18 percent to 24 percent. Just think, a year ago they was his seventh. At age 43 he is not ready to retire. *****A were both facing collapse. The domino effect would have few folks we know having birthdays. Feb. 10, A good been a great depression. Meanwhile, oil companies are friend, a hard working, great lady, Peggy Albair, celebrates reporting higher profits in the last quarter than anytime in today.***Also the Gunn twins Trevor and Tyler turn 26 over two years. *****Strictly my thoughts: I fear a cultural today.*****A special 60th Anniversary to Billy Jack and disconnect for the young and new generation that will be Karen McKinney on Thursday, Feb. 11. Wishing you brought on by Facebook. It’s another Genie that’s out of many more together.*****Feb. 11, Gayla Melancon, Deric the bottle. The jury is out, but for too many other aspects and Eric Provost turn a year older today.*****Feb. 12, of life are taking a back seat. It’s constant, other interest go Happy Birthday to Ray Shirley and Karlee Barney.*****Feb. by the wayside. Hours are spent uselessly, even during 13, Brock Carlin and Amy Britnell celebrate family meal time. today.*****Feb. 14, Pinehurst mayor T.W. Permenter cele- brates another birthday.*****Feb. 15, Longtime friend, one From The Creaux’s Nest GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN of the great guys, former Orangefield School Superinten- dent, Robert Montagne celebrates his birthday 10 Years Ago-2011 today.*****Feb. 16, Port Commissioner, CEO of Reliable Cleaners and just a good guy, our friend Keith Wallace WAIT FOR VACCINE FINALLY OVER We were saddened to learn about the death of Jean Si- celebrates.***I also want to note that Gary Stephens turns mar, 78, who passed away Saturday, Feb. 5. A Mass of 58-year-old today. to all. *****Over the For several months now I have been living in fear of con- Christian burial was held Feb. 9, at St. Mary Catholic Happy Birthday tacting . Over those months what made it weekend I heard from Joe Chenella, longtime BCISD em- coronavirus Church, in Orange. Jean lost her husband Marvin a few worse was that unexpected illness comprised my system ployee. He and wife Nancy now make their home in Col- years ago but continued to look after his mother Odette even more. The hospital stays and visits to doctor’s office lege Station and love it. Their daughter Meredith is fur- Simar, who will soon turn 101 years old. Jean had been ill made my fears even more frightening. Those are not good loughed from work at Disney in Florida. Her husband is a over the past year. She is survived by her children Paul, places to hang out while trying to avoid any kind of sick- major in the Army station in Georgia. Joe is one of those James and Gina and their families. *****Condolences on ness. people, “Once a friend, Always a friend.” Joe keeps up My goal was to get the vaccine before the virus got the tragic death of Claribel Schreiber, age 43, of Bridge with this area. He was aware of the shooting in his old me. Well, this Monday, I’m glad to announce, I got my first City, in an auto accident, Feb. 3. She was a young woman neighborhood involving and the killing dose and the second will come in 20 days. The vaccine at taken in the prime of life. Adding to the sadness is that her “PeeWee” Allen of his wife and himself. They lived across the street from this time is a blessing. It takes some of the pressure off of family, dad, siblings and their families are far away in the one’s mind although one shot doesn’t mean you are safe. the Chenella’s. Joe and I visited about past bond issues Philippines. Daughter Clariss and husband Kevin Greer, It’s a first step. Hopefully, in the next few months we can and the work that went into making them successful. son Ambet Po and grandson Brayden Greer, all of Bridge *****Tuesday, Feb. 16, is This will be the first look back on COVID-19 as another bad nightmare that City, survive her locally. Mardi Gras. probably killed a half million American citizens before it time since WWII that it’s not being celebrated with pa- was done. *****I have to move on. Come along, I promise rades due to the pandemic. Hopefully, a year from now the it won’t do you no harm. 22 Years Ago 1999 country and the world will be back to normal. *****We ran into J.B. Arrington at the Expo Center getting his first Salem United Methodist Church celebrates 134th anni- TRUMP GUILTY OF VIOLATING OATH COVID-19 shot. Like most of us elder folks, he was glad to versary on Feb. 21. Salem Mission was established in 1868 get the prevention vaccine under way. OF OFFICE WILL GO UNPUNISHED in Orange, in a house that is now the site of the Oaks Town Homes. *****American Legion Post 250, in Orangefield, As thousands stormed Capital Hill and breached the honored W.T. Oliver, a former state representative, who BREAUX BIRTHDAYS building, defeating small numbers of police, Trump re- was instrumental in building Veteran’s Memorial Park. Shane Brister, Bobby Arnold, Kevin Bourque, Ste- treated to the Oval Office and watched on television. His Oliver, a vet and supporter of veteran causes died of a phen Allen, Delondra Cooper, Dola Rucker, Marjorie supporters seized the Senate and House floors, temporar- heart attack recently. Chaplin Marv Howland of the Post Gandy, Gayla Melancon, Brittany Carpenter, Sara ily halted the vote count, and angrily hunted elected lead- said, “Oliver was a statesman who made an outstanding Childs, John Hall, Judy Ford, Jeremy Delano, Drew ers like Vice President Mike Pence and House Speaker service to God and country.”*****On Feb. 9, at 6 a.m., it was Domas, Inez Jones, Patricia Davis, Vicky Stanley, Ann Nancy Pelosi, both of whom had been whisked to safety. 71 degrees in Orange.*****Benny Hinn, world-renowned McDuff, Tom Stephenson, Jordan Guererro, Judy Har- Five died, among them a police office and a woman tram- preacher, arrived at Jefferson County Airport in his pri- rison. pled to death. The iconic Capital was desecrated, includ- vate jet for a crusade at Montagne Center Thursday and ing the unfurling of a Confederate battle flag, something Friday. *****Bridge City volleyball star Natalie Sarver has that had never occurred even during the Civil War. Sena- accepted a scholarship to Lamar where she will continue CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK tors need to hear from witnesses who can provide more to be a Cardinal. (Editor’s note: I often wonder what be- detail about Trump’s conduct in the Oval Office as the came of those youngsters when their playing days were Clovis Comeaux, him, has always been a hell raiser but president watched the violence unfold. Preliminary ac- over. Many we don’t see or hear about again. I guess most suddenly he quit drinking, quit chasing after womens and counts suggest that he was delighted. Trump stands ac- move away.)*****Jackie Roberts marks 18 years as Grover give up playing poker. He started cutting da grass around cused of inciting an insurrection against his own govern- Halliburton’s legal secretary.*****Little Cypress-Mau- da church. He even painted da trimming. ment in an attempt to overthrow the results of a free and riceville coach David Williams witnessed four boys, Mi- He became a faithful church go’er and was da first to ar- fair election, something no other president has even enter- chael Gonzales, Billy Ford, Bo Lewis and Herbert Win- rive at Sunday Mass. Da prient, Farta Vincent ake, “Wat tained. This is more dictatorship then democracy. The ston signing college scholarships. From West Orange- brought on dis wonderful change dat has done overtook nation deserves a full airing of evidence against this defen- Stark Jermaine Feathers is headed to play college foot- you?” dant and the opportunity to hold Trump accountable. The ball. *****Bridge City VFD and auxiliary elected new Clovis say, “Well, Farta, it’s like dis, me, I heard, “Cri- Republican Senators will put their own interest and the officers. Ladies auxiliary elected Melinda Morse as presi- sis in da Gulf” and I tink if he’s dat close, I wanna be good Party’s interest before the good of the country. Each and dent, Mary Callahan, V.P., Barbara Daigle, secretary, to go me.” every one of them knows that Donald Trump is guilty and Angie Breaux, treasurer, Norman Ballard, reporter and in some countries he would face a firing squad. Trump Shana McLeod, chaplain. ***Fire Department Ross Guil- C’EST TOUT will get off with a slap on the wrist. He will be back to do has was named chief; Scott Barnes, assistant chief, Ricky more harm. Republicans have a chance to rid themselves Bodin, Ray Welch, Jim Diemer and Buddy Land were THE CREAUX’S of Trump for ever. They will regret the day that they failed named captains. Adam Woodard, secretary, Jeff Daigle, VALENTINE WORDS OF WIDSOM to act in the best interest of the United States. Trump is a Carroll Leblanc, Sterlin Simoneaux, Doyle Ballard and crook and will never change his spots. At least though, this Jimmy Franklin were picked as commissioners.*****Mike Before I return to this page next week Valentine’s Day second impeachment trial the American people will get to Tyson goes back to prison. Gus D’Amato picked up this would have come and gone. I’m not Dear Abby, I don’t see how big a crook he is and the harm he inflicted on our kid and molded him into the heavyweight champion of the write an advice column, but I feel I’m qualified to com- Democracy. world. *****King Hussein, of Jordan, dies. His eldest son ment on relationships. Relating with people from both sex- Abdullah becomes the new king. *****Raegen Faye Crone es over a lifetime hasn’t only been my vocation but it’s also TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME turned one year old Feb. 2. She’s the daughter of Rusty and what I enjoy doing. For the most part, I genuinely like people and am interested in what they have to say; I 10 Years Ago-2011 Tara Crone of Bridge City. *****Trevor and Tyler Gunn turned 4 years old. (Editor’s note: Hard to believe the twins think that is the most important factor in any relationship. are now 26-years-old.) Romances set a pretty high standard when it comes to We now have the big show behind us. The Super Bowl communication. Talking about music, grandchildren, pol- drew over 100,000 to Jerry’s world, Cowboy Stadium, in itics etc., often happens naturally, not particularly over a Arlington, and over 111 million watched it on television, 47 Years Ago, 1974 candlelight dinner. It’s always important to tell the oth- but enough already. I liked the but re- Green Bay Packers er person how much you love them, doing small things Starting Feb. 15, Joe Alford will be the new assistant ally felt the Pittsburgh Steelers was a 10-point better for them, even a small simple note showing your love. If a district attorney under DA Sharon Bearden. *****Attor- team. They tried in every way to give the game away and quarrel erupts remember never any name-calling, no ver- neys Malcolm Dorman and Jim Dunaway formed a part- fell behind 21-3 at halftime. It ended up being a close 31-25 bal abuse, never bring up old history, and never create a win. I couldn’t lose, either way I won. If the nership. Frank Hustmyre, semi-retired is still associated Packer Steel- scene that just won’t heal. It’s important that your ro- had won by the 10, I would have come off looking with the firm. *****The Don Harmon’s started building a ers mance mate knows that you value and treasure them. new home in the country but before the house was com- smarter. ***** J.B. Arrington, the storyteller and barbecue Never let outside pressures affect your personal relation- pleted, it was taken into the city of Orange. *****Cynthia, king, who does a great catering job, stopped by for a visit ship. However, in the end, it’s not flowers, gifts, walks on (Mrs. Dan Hooks,) recently had a baby but is planning to and to tell a new story. Also stopping by was Tommy Si- the beach, it is communication, getting a sense of how , who escaped from for a few hours. Then return to work in two weeks at the Court House.*****Some mar Echo Jack much you love and appreciate each other. The old cliché, waltzed in. He goes 100 miles an hour all the time, members of the West Orange Chiefs track team were mile Smith “It’s us against the world” still rings true today, knowing relayers James Bean, Randall Teate, Marty Edwards and too nervous to sit down. All three of them on the same that you have each other’s shoulder to lean on. So, that’s Steve Fisher. Taking part in the 440 relays were Ray Wil- day are a bunch. Add H.D. Pate, local lawyer, stopping by my few words of wisdom on how to make most days Valen- and I got a load of good ole boy all in one day.*****A couple liams, Earl Thomas, Teate and Fisher. Paul Bingham tine Day. Happy Valentine’s Day to all. *****My time is of week ends ago was left with one competed in the shot putt, and Roy Williams ran in the Dale Earnhardt, Jr., hope. I hope all of you have a great week. Stay safe and team race driver short when a driver became ill. 100-yard dash. (Editor’s note: Can it really have been 47 Doug God bless. Harrington, Jr. was asked to take his place in the 24-hour years?) Rolex Daytona. Doug Jr. drove both Saturday and Sunday. The team didn’t win but it was a kick watching the Bridge A FEW HAPPENINGS City native in the big race. Doug didn’t have his own car entered in the race.*****A few days ago, Johnny Montagne I had a long visit Sunday with Gene Bourgeois. He cele- cooked up a five gallon bucket of goose and oyster gumbo brated his 81st birthday Tuesday. It’s been five years since and invited a few good ole’ boys over to eat. Johnny can re- his wife, Connie, passed away. He spoke about several of ally put the vittles together. Even Al Judice will attest to the entertainers who have lost their wives and also many that. Johnny cooks a lot of specialty dishes like kidney of the old musicians who have passed away in the last stew, tripe, hog-head, etc. Ms. Darlene observed but didn’t years. Gene says his sister, Lois Judice, turned 92 in No- eat anything. ***** Our friend Charlotte Anderson in on vember. She still lives in her home but has 24-hour care. the mend since having back surgery but not ready to run We visited about the Swamp Pop days. Jivin Gene says yet. ***** Edgar and Monty Eshbach are expecting their Rod Bernard died about six months ago in a nursing home first grandchild. Son Eric and wife are expecting their first after a bad auto accident. We talked about when the end next month. The new baby’s great grandmother would be came for the Gulf Coast boys. It was the Payola scandal. the notorious Dot Esbach. ***** A few special folks cele- Alan Freed was the only one convicted but he was the brating their special days. Crystal Fusilier, Debbie and Swamp Pop connection. Also, the Beatles arrived in 1964. David’s pretty daughter celebrates another birthday. We’ve Gene says of all the singers he has ever known or heard of known her since she was in diapers. She grew up to be none had a better voice then Johnny Preston. He could quite a good-looking woman.***My friend since childhood, have been as big a star as any of them. Roy is running a Doyce Sherman, raised in Vermillion Parish on home- “Down Life’s Highway” column remembering his friend grown rice, and raced through life from Abbeville High to Johnny Preston, who on March 4th has been gone 10

CMYK • The Record • Week of Wednesday, February 10, 2021 5A Johnny Preston and the boys with Gulf Coast Sound

DOWN LIFE’S HIGHWAY the switchboard. Then he recorded “Break- receiving payments ROY DUNN ing Up is Hard to Do” in Crowley, LA. Bill for promoting records. For The Record Hall, Johnny Preston and J.P. Richardson’s The scandal hurt Rock manager, took “Breaking Up” to Mercury Re- and Roll music and in Several events, as of cords who released it. That was Gene’s big some ways it never re- late, got me to thinking break. He and the Jokers toured throughout ally recovered. The about my longtime friend the country and made it to the Alan Freed youngsters destined to Johnny Preston Cour- Show. Alan was considered the Godfather of be big stars decided to ville, Jr. My mind is wan- Rock and Roll. get out and get regular dering back over 60 years I met Johnny Preston in Port Arthur many Jivin’ Gene Bourgeois jobs. Today most of to a period that is unique. years ago. Johnny and I became friends when their songs are clas- The Gulf Coast Sound or I owned a chain of package stores and Johnny sics. Swamp Pop music was was a whiskey salesman. As I sat in the As- Johnny was under contract with Mercury born at a time between trodome with Johnny, watching Elvis’ final for five years and with ABC Paramount for big band, Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Frankie tour, I couldn’t help but wonder what was go- another five. Johnny said, “His friend Jerry Lane, the arrival of Elvis and before the Bea- ing through his mind. He already had a gold Lee Lewis made the switch to country and tles came ashore. and platinum record and was, by all ac- prolonged his career. He was an interesting A group of talented young musicians, most counts, going to be a big star, then suddenly Studios in Houston. J.P., Hall and yes, George cat on tour. He was one hell of a performer, with some Cajun background, sprang up gave it up. No other singer from this area Jones made the Indian sound effects in the he would tear up the pianos and the audienc- down the coast from Beaumont to Abbeville. came close to having his golden voice. Any of background. George and J.P. worked together es loved it.” Feb. 3 marked the anniversary of J.P. “Big them will tell you that even today. It was al- as disc jockeys at KTRM Radio. Believe it or Johnny told a story about performing his Bopper” Richardson’s death, along with Bud- ways somewhat puzzling why he gave it up not, Link Davis was the saxophone player on hit “Running Bear” in Red Cloud, Montana, dy Holly and Ritchie Valens, in a plane crash abruptly when no doubt he would have been “Running Bear.” Johnny said, “The Record located in the middle of a large Indian reser- in Mason City, Iowa, in 1959. This Tuesday, a huge star. He never spoke much about it. He took off, three million copies were sold and I vation. “We played for a crowd of 900 Indi- Feb. 9, marked the birthday of Jivin’ Gene joined the Pipefitters Local 195 and after re- started touring in England, Ireland, Scot- ans, dressed in full ceremonial regalia, buck Bourgeois. This is significant to me because tiring, he took up his music career again. His land, Germany and the Philippines.” The re- skins, feathers and blankets. We must have we go back long before he got a guitar. I God given talent and singing ability served cord became number one in the world and played “Running Bear” at least 50 times. stayed with his family in Port Arthur. Ms. him well. He toured Europe where he be- was Bill Board’s number one for fourteen When we first arrived there no one was Agnes, his mother, took me in at all hours of came a hit. Again his singing set him apart weeks. Johnny started recording albums and around then suddenly all of these Indians ap- the night and always fed me. Gene’s grand- from others. His voice, since he was a little two more hit records went gold. “The Cradle peared out of nowhere. We enjoyed it and the mother lived in Abbeville and he always guy, has been his long suit but his friendly of Love” and “Feel So Fine.” He toured with packed house of Indians loved it and started loved to visit and be around the boys that personality drew people to him. He was in- Brenda Lee, Marty Robbins, Freddie Can- joining in.” were honing their music style. There was fluenced by the music of Buddy Holly, Elvis non, Jimmy Clanton and Conway Twitty. I have just barely scratched the Johnny Bobby Charles, who had released “See You and Chuck Berry. When he graduated from John said, “Conway had the most foresight. Preston story. I recall, while visiting with he Later Alligator.” He later wrote and recorded Bishop Byrne High School and while at La- He told me that this music of ours was not and wife Sharon at his home, seeing those for others including Fats Domino, Willie and mar State College, he formed a group with going to last, that country and western music Gold Records. He was always threatening a host of singers as well as himself. Warren Butch Crouch, Johnny Wilson and Mike is where it’s at.” Conway switched from Rock Sharon with selling them every time gold Storm Schexnider played in his father’s band Akin. They would practice in the home of the and Roll when the Beatles came from Eng- prices went up. They would be worth a lot at and was venturing out on his own. Ned Ben Plachette’s, on 17th. St., in Port Arthur. land. Conway was right. Jivin’ Gene said, today’s prices but I don’t know what became Theall was a music professor and later owner Johnny was signed by Huey Meaux. He pre- “The Beatles took the Gulf Coast Sound and of them and all of his other awards. It’s been of the “Boogie Kings.” Then came Rod Ber- formed at all area clubs, such as Club 87, Su- feelings, improved it and became super stars, an honor for me to know such a talented, nard, Joe Berry, Glen Wells, T.K. Hulin and per 73, Blue Jean Club, and Twilight Club. It which many felt destroyed the boys with the great guy. March 4, 2021 will mark the 10th others who were all part of the Rock and Roll was at the Twilight that he was approached Swamp sound.” anniversary of Johnny’s death. I’ve lost track Swamp Pop area. Gene teamed up with John by J.P. Richardson and his manager Bill Hall. I believe they quit too soon but mostly the of what became of Sharon. I’ve really been Piggott, Butch Landry and formed the “Jok- J.P. had written the song “Running Bear” and big blow came to Johnny, Gene and the rest blessed by the times and the talent that sur- ers.” In 1958, Gene and his band cut their wanted him to record it. Johnny said, “I didn’t in the 1960 Payola scandals. It hit the record rounded me as I traveled Down Life’s High- first record on the Huey P. Meaux’s KPAC like the song but J.P. insisted it would be a industry like a bombshell. Disc jockeys, like way. Those were special times in this long Radio Show. “Going out with the Tide,” lit up hit.” “We recorded the song at the Gold Star Alan Freed and Dick Clark, were accused of life. Deaths & Memorials Arthur “Art” Wayne Ferguson, 69, Orange Arthur Wayne Ferguson, 69, of knew and loved him. He was pre- Orange, passed away on February ceded in death by his parents, Ed- 3, 2021 in Port Arthur. A private ward and Pernecie Ferguson; family memorial service will be brothers, James Capps and Den- done at a later date. Born in Port nis Ferguson; as well as his be- Arthur, Texas, on September 1, loved dog Nemo. He is survived 1951, he was the son of Edward by his loving wife of 17 years, Ferguson and Pernecie (Rowe) Grace Ferguson; children, Robin Ferguson. Thibodeaux and long-term boy- Art started working for Texaco friend, Paul Sachitano of Winnie at the age of 18 and stayed with and Misty Thurman and husband the company as it transferred Jimmy of Beaumont; grandchil- over to Motiva. He later retired after 37 years dren, Taylor McDonald and husband Jake, of hard work with the company. Art enjoyed Preslea Thibodeaux, and Luke Thibodeaux; going to concerts, fishing, and watching sister, Katherine Schuebel of Cypress; and movies. He was a family man who enjoyed numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving bringing his family out for steak or to a craw- family and friends. Cremation will be under fish boil. Art also known as “Paw Paw Art” the direction of Claybar Funeral Home. Peo- was a wonderful provider for his family and ple are welcome to leave condolences and never missed a moment with them. memories with Art on Claybarfuneralhome. He will be dearly missed by those who com. Theresa Marie Wolf, 84, Bridge City Theresa Marie Wolf, 84, of Bridge City, grandbabies. She left an impact on many passed away on February 4, 2021, at her lives and will be dearly missed by all who home. Cremation will be under the direction knew and loved her. She was preceded in of Claybar Funeral Home. Born in Port Ar- death by her parents, Eddie and Mollie Bo- thur, Texas, on November 30, 1936, she was heme. She is survived by her loving husband the daughter of Eddie Boheme and Mollie of 59 years, Arthur Wolf; children, Dr. Boheme. Theresa was a very talented painter Dwight Wolf and wife Tammy of Galveston and also enjoyed baking the best cakes for and Dr. Dwayne Wolf and wife Stacey of her family. She married her loving husband, Houston; grandchildren, Nina Wolf of Col- Arthur in 1962 and they spent 59 happy years lege Station, Rosa Wolf of Galveston, Cira together. Theresa adored her family more Wolf of Fort Bliss, and Norland Wolf of Port than life and loved being grandma to her Arthur; and sister, Sue Noack of Groves. VFW Auxiliary OC residents directs film Spring Garage presented at LifeShare event Sale Beaumont Community Players (BCP) Boomtown Film and Music Festival and LifeShare Blood Banks have partnered to The VFW Auxiliary 2775 create a community event this Valentines Night. From 6-9 Orange will be holding their pm on Sunday February 14th the three organizations will Spring Garage Sale in the host a blood drive and drive-in movie night in the parking lot VFW Hall at 5303 N.16th St of the Betty Greenberg Center for Performing Arts at 4155 on Saturday March 13, 2021 Laurel Ave in Beaumont. from 8:00AM to 2:00PM. The event is free of charge and will feature several local The cost per table is $15.00, films as well as a preview of BCP’s latest online production; each cloths rack will be an Together- A cell phone musical. Films that will be shown in- additional $5.00. For more clude; Love Potion Directed by Marilyn Alyse, Not Like the information contact Mary Commercials Directed by Gordon S. Williams, Over a Snapp(409-697-0380). Pay- Threshold Directed by Christopher Dombrosky, ments can be mailed to The Bach-Roulette Directed by Travis Myers and the Tex- Mary Snapp at 7927 Sandra as premiere of Shhh! Directed by Penny LeLeux of Orange Lane Orange Tx 77632. County. Please makes checks out to Patrons that wish to make an appointment to donate blood VFW AUX 2775. should visit the LifeShare website. Parking begins at 6 pm capacity is limited and there is ad- ditional seating outdoors for patrons wishing to bring their “Everybody own chairs and park across the street. Social distancing, masks and all necessary COVID protocols will be required in Reads seating areas. Local food trucks have been invited and the The Record” BCP movie concessions stand will be open for delivery ser- vice.

CMYK 6A • The Record • Week of Wednesday, February 10, 2021 5 Hobbies to Keep Your Body and Mind Healthy

(StatePoint) As the pandemic Chordana Play app, you can eas- need into one compact hiking continues to restrict many of ily learn to play your favorite watch, including a compass, al- the places you are able or in- songs from downloaded MIDI titude/barometer and tempera- clined to go, finding ways to files. Once you’ve mastered the ture measurements, along with stay active is important for instrument, the portability of an accelerometer that tracks keeping the body and mind the keyboard will come in han- step count. Calorie calculations healthy and happy. Here are dy, whether you play solo or join use both step count and altitude some ideas for new hobbies to a band. information to take upgrades try. • Become a home chef: From and downgrades into consider- • Learn a language: Bonjour! sushi to soufflé to dumplings, ation, and data is recorded by ¡Hola! With an array of online there are likely a range of dishes the Pro Trek connected app. language classes and tutorials you have never attempted mak- • Volunteer: At a time when available at your fingertips, ing at home. Tackle your culi- many people are struggling, learning a new language is more nary bucket list, one-by-one. consider volunteering your time accessible than ever. Start now • Go hiking: There is no bet- to serve those in need. There while you fantasize about a ter hobby for staying fit and are plenty of safe, socially dis- post-pandemic vacation over- communing with nature than tant volunteer opportunities, seas. hiking, which works every mus- from delivering meals to the • Play an instrument: Learn- cle of the body, boosts cardio- homebound, to video confer- ing to play an instrument is not vascular health and even im- encing with socially isolated se- only a great distraction for the proves mood and mental well- niors to helping boost adult lit- current moment, it can provide being. Track your hike using a eracy via remote tutoring. you with years of joy as your wearable tech tool geared for Amid the ongoing pandemic, The Little Cypress Junior High 7th grade A Basketball Team won the District Championship Monday skill develops. Consider starting outdoor enthusiasts, such as a staying busy and positive may night. They had an undefeated season. Pictured first row from left are Jaden Scales, Justin McCa- your musical journey on a Ca- watch from the Casio’s Pro Trek take creativity. rver, J’Lynn Morris, and Darrion Morris. On the back row are Carson Kelley, Rylan Pelt, Parker Free- man, Khayden Reed, and Braylon Lewis. The Coach is Hunter Gonzales. siotone keyboard. By connect- line. Quad Sensor technology ing the keyboard to the free packs all the measurements you

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Todd Bowles’ FISHING Dickie Colburn defense stymies For The Record The LCM bass club took advantage of the Chief’s in SB LV ideal conditions last weekend and again KAZ’S KORNER - JOE KAZMAR dominated the top ten Dickie Colburn For The Record in the second of five I was one of the perhaps 90 per cent of SETX High School events. While To- sports analysts who picked the Kansas City ledo Bend continues to garner most of Chiefs to successfully defend their world the attention lately, you will have to championship in Super Bowl LV Sunday excuse the bears for being in no hurry night incorrectly, doubting Thomas Brady to leave Rayburn! The team of Cameron Dougharty could notch his incomparable seventh ti- Joe Kazmar tle, but not figuring how great the Tampa and Braxton Rambo bested the field Bay defense really would be. with a winning five fish stringer that CBS, which televised the annual football extravaganza, fig- weighed 18.33-pounds. Dougharty’s ured out after the game that Kansas City quarterback Patrick thick-shouldered 8.89-pound lunker Mahomes scrambled 497 yards from the pocket after taking anchored their first place catch. the snap from center in an attempt to avoid the pass rush de- Two more bear teams joined the vised by Tampa Bay’s defensive coordinator Todd Bowles. winners with top ten finishes. Dakota The end result was Mahomes completing only 26 of his 49 Posey and Brendon Brones finished passes for a net 243 yards and zero touchdowns with two in- sixth and McKee Ridgaway and Dylan terceptions and strapping the brilliant 25-year-old quarter- Istre claimed the tenth spot.Aside back with his first double-digit loss and the fewest points of from earning thirty percent of the top his four-year career as the Brady-led Bucs won an easy 31-9 ten spots, three more Bear teams fin- Super Bowl victory. ished in the top 45. The Buccaneers’ defense put pressure on Mahomes 29 The next event is scheduled for times of his 56 drop-backs which is a Super Bowl record. Feb.20th on Toledo Bend followed by With Kansas City missing four of it starting offensive line- the final two back on Rayburn.Cham- men, Tampa Bay reverted to a “smash-mouth” brand of foot- pionship Weekend is set for May 1st ball and easily won the battle in both the offensive and defen- and 2nd on Rayburn. sive trenches. “Had I known the Super Bowl was And as was heard on Monday morning’s “First Take” pro- going to be so crummy,” I’d have wait- gram on ESPN, Brady had enough time in the pocket to phone ed to come home Monday night,” his wife and tell her what he wanted for supper. moaned Allen Johnson.“I had my way Although the Chiefs trailed 21-6 at the half, it was no cause with the bass for two days and my to panic as Head Coach Andy Reid had trailed numerous daughter and son-in-law caught the The Little Cypress-Mauriceville Bear Bass Team competed in the SETX Tournament #2 times in the playoffs over the years and still devised a formu- heck out of the crappie.They didn’t held at Lake Sam Rayburn. The team of Braxton Rambo & Cameron Dougharty won la to rally in the second half and pull out an easy victory. have any of the slabs I’d been hearing out of 470 teams with 18.33 bag and Cameron’s 8.89 pounder won big bass. But this time was different. Maybe it was because Andy’s about, but they had 22 nice keepers He added that their best bite was in of the crappie are already spawning, son was involved in a serious auto accident Friday in which the first evening and 31 the day after.” the late afternoon in four to six feet of but I have gotten several reports from two children were seriously injured and he was suspected of “We didn’t catch any big bass, but water.“The bite was a little deeper folks I trust. Hands down, the best bite being under the influence of alcohol and it was a huge dis- that was probably my fault,” said most of the day, but they would head has been on shiners fished two to traction, or that the Chiefs played a sorry game. Allen.“I know what you have to do to to the shallows in the evening.Sexy three feet under a cork.“Lawson tried The Chiefs chalked up 11 penalties—offsides, unnecessary catch them, but we were catching so shad and gold-black back were the several colors in curly tail jigs both roughness, unsportsmanlike conduct, pass interference and many solid bass on Traps and a spoon only two colors we tried.” lots of holding-- for 120 yards, which is very uncharacteristic bill Rebel that we just never switched COLBURN Page 3B gears!” I remain surprised that at least some KAZ’S KORNER Page 3B

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CMYK 2B • The Record • Week of Wednesday, February 10, 2021 Game Warden Field Notes... Unintended Consequences A Williamson County game warden received an Operation Game Thief call regarding a buck shot out of season. The Staff Report donated. Case pending. warden contacted the hunter who admitted to shooting a For The Record small four-point whitetail deer on Jan. 9. He said it was unin- Ineligible tentional and thought it was a spike. The hunter was asked The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks for his hunting license and he went inside his house to re- and Wildlife Department (TPWD) law enforcement reports. A Webb County game warden and Duval County game trieve it. When the hunter gave it to the warden, he noticed warden completed an investigation on an individual who had the harvest log was not filled out and upon inspection one Small World entered a deer into the local Muy Grande Deer Contest. The buck tag was missing. The warden asked to see the tag since individual who shot the deer was from out of state and did the hunter stated he processed deer at home. The hunter took A Polk County game warden was contacted by a woman on not possess a license. She then bought a license five hours lat- out the tag from his shirt pocket and gave it to the warden. social media asking if he had any meat to donate for her fam- er after entering the deer into the contest. The deer scored The tag was not filled out and the dates were not cut out. Ci- ily of six. The warden donated deer meat and after getting to 172 5/8 Boone and Crockett Score. Cases and Civil restitution tations were issued. know the family, learned the dad was a disabled veteran and pending. hadn’t been hunting in over 10 years since before the military. Outdoor Essentials The warden then reached out to local landowners and got a Decoyed hunt donated for him and one of his children at Rocky Creek A Bastrop County game warden attended a youth program Ranch. The veteran took his eldest daughter of 13 on her first hosted by a local church. The program is called, The Outdoor hunt and during the hunt, the warden found out his kids were While checking duck hunters along the Frio River, a game Zone, and the motto is “No Child Left Inside”. This program from the same town the warden grew up in. Small world, warden contacted a boat containing four duck hunters. The encourages kids to spend more time outdoors and they meet great memories. “so-called” guide stated he did not have a hunting license, identification and failed to have enough PFD’s for his hunters monthly to learn about outdoor activities including hunting, on board. While inspecting the ducks, one hunter attempted fishing and camping. They focus on boys from single parent Giving Back to awkwardly pick up a pile of decoys and move it away from homes, but any child is welcome to participate. This month’s the warden. When the warden asked the hunter what was un- program consisted of four activities; how to use a compass, Recently, Polk County game wardens reached out to local der the pile of decoys and why he tried to move them in such how to cook with a Dutch oven, building a fire, what a game landowners to find ways to give back to their community a weird manner, the hunter stated he found a large alligator warden is, and why they do what they do. They really enjoyed through the outdoors. The decision was made to organize a skull on the bank. He attempted to hide it as he was unsure if all the activities, however, learning about game wardens was disabled veteran and youth hunt. A drawing was held on so- it was legal for him to possess. The hunter was informed he voted their favorite activity. Some even mentioned that they cial media to select qualifying participants for the hunt, could not possess the skull which was found on the Daughtry would like to become a game warden. The Operation Game which in turn created great support from local businesses Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Multiple cases were Thief trailer was a big hit and may have played a role in their and community members. A father (retired Navy veteran) filed for hunting without a license, insufficient PFD’s and il- voting. and son (first time hunter) were selected to participate in the legal possession of an alligator. The alligator skull is expected hunt. The father and son joined Game Wardens on the Simon to meet or exceed the record for the largest alligator docu- Friends of the Orange Depot meeting Peter Bend Ranch for an amazing hunt. Both hunters and the mented on the Choke Canyon. landowner were thrilled about the experience, and now plan The annual meeting of the Friends of the Orange Depot to keep in contact with one another. Moye’s Processing do- Citizen Assist will be held at the Depot on Thursday, February 11, 5:30 PM. nated full processing of the meat, and McQuilkin Taxidermy A casual BBQ dinner will be served before the meeting be- donated a full shoulder mount of the deer. A big thank you to gins. All safety protocols will be upheld: masks, unless eat- Scott and Toni Cochran-Hughes for the Texas hospitality A Lubbock District game warden received a call regarding ing, social distancing in the large room. and amazing meals, as well as fully supporting our nation’s hunters being on the Dimmit Playa WMA in Castro County. Members and guests will be able to view the brand new heroes. The Dimmit Playa WMA is a drawn only hunt property and scrim shades coving the windows in the reception room. This the informant that called was a hunter who had won the is the product of Phase One of our museum projects. The drawn hunt and was currently scouting the property for the public will be able to see them at a later date, when the depot Brotherly Love upcoming weekend. The informant told the warden that will be open for tours. The scrims are printed with historic when he arrived at the Dimmit Playa there was a pickup pictures of Orange and all have a story to tell. A Cass County game warden was contacted by a landowner parked at the gate of the property. As he got closer, he noticed about a man he caught on his game camera carrying two ri- three hunters firing shotguns inside the property. The Castro fles. The warden recognized the person and contacted the County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched and arrived on scene suspect’s brothers to confirm the location of the suspect and first due to logistics. After interviewing the suspects, the to help set up an interview. Wardens interviewed the suspect, sheriff discovered they had killed five pheasants. The warden who admitted to hunting from the roadway and shooting a coordinated with the sheriff and all five pheasants were pig. The pig ran onto a hunting lease and the suspect admit- seized and civil restitution was filed. The suspects were also ted to searching for the pig on the lease with both guns. cited for the following violations: Taking or Possessing spe- Charges Pending. cies from a Wildlife Management Area, Failure to have an Annual Public Hunting Permit and a No Upland Game Bird Safe Harbor Endorsement Violation.

Cass County game wardens received a call from a couple of The Munchies duck hunters who were unable to get back to land from the Sulphur River. Wardens responded with a flat bottom boat, Wardens were patrolling in Childress County for state law attempting to locate the hunters. Both hunters were located violations when they observed a vehicle with a Louisiana li- and transported to paramedics, who were waiting nearby. cense plate traveling East on a rural highway. A traffic stop One hunter was hypothermic due to exposure to the cold wa- was conducted and during the initial contact with the driver, ter and the other was checked out and later released. the warden’s pointed out that there was a small purple box with a marijuana leaf insignia on it that appeared to have Tractor Pull “THC” written on the box. Warden’s had the driver exit his vehicle and questioned him about his trip across the U.S. During the investigation, the driver admitted to having some A Cherokee County game warden came upon a hunter on a marijuana and THC edibles inside the vehicle. A probable tractor attempting to dump the carcass of a doe deer. The cause search of the vehicle yielded several containers of THC subject stated that he was not aware that doe days had closed wax, THC edible candy, marijuana and several drug para- on Nov. 29. Upon questioning, it was determined that the phernalia items. The driver was booked into the Childress subject’s friend who was back at camp had also had some suc- County Jail without incident and charged with possession of cess that morning and had taken a buck. Upon arrival at the a controlled substance PG2 4<400G, possession of marijuana camp, the warden discovered an untagged buck that also less than 2oz, and possession of drug paraphernalia. failed to meet antler restrictions. Cases pending. Dove Tales A Real County game warden received a call from a group of Everyday is people who were trying to fish on their own property. The caller stated while they were fishing, they were peppered by shot gun pellets and were seeing a lot of dove flying in the area. The warden arrived at the location and met a truck leav- ing the property, asking the driver if he had been hunting. The driver said he had been dove hunting and killed seven Valentine’s Day birds. The warden informed the hunter that dove season in the Central Zone ended on the 14th. The hunter was cited for Pour. Drink. Relax. Repeat. Hunt Dove in Closed Season and his birds were seized and

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CMYK • The Record • Week of Wednesday, February 10, 2021 3B Big fish step up as temps begin to climb in spring

OUTDOORS er water and make their most daily rampage. The ri- winds coming from the Capt. Chuck Uzzle home for the next few weeks diculous numbers of redfish southeast. On the days when For The Record on the inside grass lines have diehard big trout hunt- the wind decides to lay down where they will eventually ers pulling out their hair it’s always a great idea to get Big fish spawn. and cursing aloud as it seems back closer to deep water, the step up as Before too long they will these fish are nowhere to be river and intracoastal. The tempera- be fighting for space as it found when the redfish show islands that border the deep- tures climb seems like the crappie usual- up. er water will be a haven for As far as I ly beat the bass to the punch This winter has been one these big fish as they move am con- as the warmer temperatures of the quietest ones I can re- up on the flats to feed and I cerned Feb- push these fish up shallow. member in a long time as far can’t think of a better place ruary and That space between the grass as big speckled trout are con- to start. Good strong tide March have to be some of the and the bank is going to cerned. The norm during the movements and a little pres- best times on the calendar get crowded really soon and winter months is to take ad- ence of bait should certainly for a wide variety of reasons. that spells success for most vantage of the warmer days get you in the game. Spring is closing in and ev- fishermen. ahead of oncoming fronts If at all possible when fish- erything starts to heat up, es- Now the freshwater folks and be on the water just prior ing with more than one per- pecially the fishing. won’t be the only ones taking to the weather change. Now son be sure to cover the dif- Anglers all over the state advantage of the warm- with the more consistent ferent water columns. Use a look forward to this month er temperatures, saltwater temperatures the pattern topwater to help locate fish with great anticipation every anglers will be reaping the should hinge on greater tide and probe the deeper water year because in just about any benefits as well. Over activity so if you are looking with a slower sinking plug or body of water you fish, fresh the past several days the wa- for an advantage there you even soft plastic lure. or salt; you stand an excel- ter temperatures steadily in- have it. If you are fortunate enough lent chance of doing battle creased in many places. The If there is any draw back to to have all the factors come with a career fish. warmer surface temps have fishing in the spring months into place that next strike Freshwater anglers have triggered a better bite, espe- it will be the wind and you you get may be the best fish long known the magic that cially the one on topwater can bet there will be plenty of your life and that is exact- can happen on those days plugs. Now the mainstay of it. The stretch of shore line ly what makes this time of when the winds lay and the throughout the winter was from Blue Buck to Willow year one of the best. temperature climbs. Big fish the unbelievable redfish bite Expect plenty of crappie to be caught in the coming weeks along Bayou will get plenty of traf- climb up from the deep- and that continues on an al- with some big fish from both salt and fresh water. fic due to the predominant

Colburn From Page 1B YOUR FULL SERVICE days after running out of so we have been driving up but they did share one very shiners,” said Allen, “and to Indian Creek once or important piece of informa- never got the first strike.” twice a month.It’s fun, but tion. KITCHEN APPLIANCE CENTER Anne Peet will not soon there’s no wading up there!” Both anglers said that they forget Super Bowl weekend There was, however, some had never waded the Intra- as she caught and released successful wading taking coastal side of the islands, LEADING BRANDS, the largest bass of her long place on Sabine Lake over but that may have been a fishing career. Anne’s fish the weekend.Two groups I mistake.It will take another hit a Carolina rigged water- talked with took advantage successful trip to bear that LOW PRICES! melon craw worm in four- of a big outgoing tide and out, but they caught at least teen feet of water. “I guess just hammered trout up to thirty trout doing just that I’ve just been trying too hard three pounds. Saturday afternoon.They all these years,” she The waders I spoke with caught every fish on a lime surmised.“I wasn’t even that fished the main lake colored Corky Fat Boy. holding my rod when it hit.I caught their trout swimming The only thing still miss- FREE was digging around for my red shad five-inch Assassins ing are the trophy sows we Same Day cell phone and I saw the line in three to five feet of water. took for granted for years. Local Delivery move side-ways.” They also picked up a few Reduced limits and lighter Her bass weighed solid reds, but caught and re- fishing pressure has obvi- 9.20-pounds. “I’ve been fish- leased trout until dark. ously helped our trout re- Great ing Cow Creek for forty years Easily the most encourag- bound quicker than expect- and never caught a bass over ing report came via two ed and we might just be in Selection three-pounds,” said Anne. Beaumont anglers. They the process of growing an- Of Quality “My stretch of the creek is al- were in no hurry to draw a other generation of brag- Pre-Owned most impossible to fish now map or post GPS numbers, ging-size specks! Appliances Kaz’s Korner From Page 1B of a Reid-coached team. passed on him. Only the LA previous seven to manage And 50 years from now, it Chargers and Tampa Bay ex- the feat won the award. still will be remembered that pressed an interest. 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son. TMEA sponsors the Tex- mally takes place during the Area Student Selected As Texas All-State Musician as All-State audition process Annual TMEA Conference to promote students’ dedica- during February, but because Staff Report tion to their musical knowl- of the impacts of the pandem- For The Record edge and skill and to encour- ic, TMEA will not host a 2021 age educators to support their performance event this year. Two Little Cypress-Mau- students in this development. To learn more about TMEA riceville High School senior All-State is the highest honor and its rich 100-year history, choir members, Nick Hanson a Texas music student can re- go to www.tmea.org/centen- and John Paul Sulak, pro- ceive. The performance nor- nial. gressed through a lengthy and highly contested All-Region, All Area, All-State competi- tion, both getting to the All- Area level, with John Paul earning the prestigious honor of being named a Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) All-State Musician. Over 50,000 students initially entered the TMEA All-State competitive process and 1,860 students have been named to 2021 All-State organizations, including choirs, bands, jazz PHOTO From left; Nick Hanson and John Paul Sulak. ensembles, orchestras, and mariachi ensembles. John Paul and included District, Region, Hanson, a member of the Tex- member of a TMEA All-State was chosen for this impressive and Area levels. John Paul and as Music Educators Associa- organization. His parents are honor through a competitive Nick sing with the LCM Choir tion. This is John Paul’s sec- Robert and Cathi Sulak. Nick’s process that began last fall under the direction of Nikki ond time to be selected as a are Nikki and Brandon Han-

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The VFW Auxiliary 2775 Orange will be holding their Spring Garage Sale in the VFW Hall at 5303 N.16th St on Saturday March 13, 2021 from 8:00AM to 2:00PM. The cost per table is $15.00, each cloths rack will be an additional $5.00. For more information contact Mary Snapp(409-697-0380). Payments can be mailed to Mary Snapp at 7927 Sandra Lane Orange Tx 77632. Please makes checks out to VFW AUX 2775.

Cash Is King! FREEDOM SALE Two Lincoln Town Car Limousines 2009 Dodge Caravan White Lincoln Town Car Limo - 10 Passenger Gold, Air, Power, Auto. Trans. Very Clean, WAS $8950 Good Condition, 134K Miles, $ Stk. No. 1023P 7800 CASH WAS $5450 Black Lincoln Town Car 7 Passenger Limo WAS $7950 $6800 $4800 CASH CASH ‘94 Chevrolet Corvette White, Hard Top AT, AC, Loaded, Red Leather, ‘90 Chrysler Imperial Interior, 72K Miles, White, Fully Equipped! Air, Power, Auto, Stk. No. 980P Only 64K miles, Stk. No. 1014P WAS $7450 WAS $5800 Cash $13,500 ‘08 Honda Ridgeline NOW Maroon, Loaded! Clean. Air, Power, Auto, 140K, Stk. No. 999pP $ Harmon: “Famous For Fairness!” Sale$10,450 9800 CASH Harmon Used Cars BUY HERE! PAY HERE! OPEN: MONDAY-FRIDAY 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M. CLOSED SATURDAY & SUNDAY. CORNER OF MACARTHUR AND HENRIETTA STREET, ORANGE, 409-670-0232 All Prices Plus TT&L. Photos For Illustration Purposes Only

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APPLIANCES SERVICES NOTICE TO NOTICE TO NOTICE TO NOTICE TO NOTICE TO NOTICE TO CREDITORS CREDITORS CREDITORS CREDITORS CREDITORS CREDITORS Notice is here- HARRY’S APPLI- Got leaks? All types Notice is hereby Notice is hereby Notice is hereby Notice is hereby Notice is hereby by given that ANCES - Used appli- of roofs & flat metal given that original given that original given that original given that original given that original original Letters of ances starting at mobile home repairs. Letters Testamentary for Letters Testamentary Letters Testamentary Letters Testamentary for Letters Testamentary for for the Estate of the Estate of HOWARD Administration for $99.95, 302 10th. St. the Estate of DARRELL for the Estate of the Estate of GEORGE Free estimates and EDWARD LORMAND, LIONEL TURNER, W. PENDERGRASS the Estate of ESTON (10th. & main) Or- senior discounts. Call LEE WOLFFORD, L. BECKHAM, JR., Deceased, were Deceased, were issued Deceased, were issued aka HOWARD WRIGHT PRES BURNETT, ange, We also buy Deceased, were issued on DECEMBER 3, PENDERGRASS, SR., Deceased, 409-988-5507 issued on FEBUARY on FEBRUARY 3, 2021, used appliances, Call on JANUARY 27, 2021, 3, 2021, in Cause No. 2020, in Cause No. Deceased, were issued were issued on the in Cause No. P18916, or come by 409-886- in Cause No. P18895, P18901, pending in P17947, pending in the on FEBRUARY 3, 2021, December 21, 2020, NOTICE TO pending in the County 4111. pending in the County the County Court at County Court at Law of in Cause No. P18934, in Cause No. P18812, CREDITORS Court at Law of Orange Law of Orange County, Orange County, Texas, Court at Law of Orange pending in the County pending in the FOR RENT Notice is hereby given County, Texas, to: Texas, to: Shirley Monk to: Rhonda Michelle County, Texas, to: Tasca Court at Law of Orange County Court at Law that original Letters Dennis W. Wolfford. Lormand. Turner. Renee Allain. County, Texas, to: of Orange County, Testamentary for the All persons hav- All persons hav- All persons hav- All persons hav- Robert L. Pendergrass. Texas, to: Eston Pres All persons hav- For Rent 3 bedroom, Estate of LINDSTROM ing claims against this ing claims against this ing claims against this ing claims against this Burnett, Jr. LEE CAMPBELL, Estate which is currently Estate which is currently Estate which is currently ing claims against this All persons having 2 bath in Orange. Estate which is currently Estate which is currently 409-670-6166 Deceased, were issued being administered are being administered are being administered are being administered are claims against this on FEBRUARY 8, 2021, being administered are required to present required to present required to present required to present required to present Estate which is cur- in Cause No. P18947, them to the undersigned them to the undersigned them to the undersigned them to the undersigned them to the undersigned rently being adminis- 1 & 2 BR Houses for pending in the County within the time and in within the time and in within the time and in within the time and in within the time and in tered are required to Rent in the Orange / Court at Law of Orange present them to the the manner prescribed the manner prescribed the manner prescribed the manner prescribed the manner prescribed Little Cypress area. County, Texas, to: undersigned within the by law. by law. by law. by law. by law. All bills paid, appli- Elizabeth C. Campbell. time and in the manner c/o: c/o: c/o: c/o: ances & A/C includ- All persons hav- c/o: prescribed by law. James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway ed. No deposit. Please ing claims against this James R. Dunaway c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law Attorney at Law call 409-330-1641 or Estate which is currently Attorney at Law Attorney at Law Attorney at Law Attorney at Law 409-988-9336. being administered are P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 202 S. Border Street required to present Orange, TX Orange, TX Orange, TX Orange, TX Orange, TX Orange, TX 77630 them to the undersigned BURIAL PLOT 77631-0100 77631-0100 77631-0100 77631-0100 77631-0100 within the time and in Dated the 3rd day of the manner prescribed Dated the 4th day of Dated the 8th day of Dated the 8th day of Dated the 8th day of February, 2021. by law. Dated the 4th day of 1 Burial plot located February, 2021. February, 2021. February, 2021. February, 2021. c/o: February, 2021. Tommy Gunn in Hillcrest Cemetery. James R. Dunaway Tommy Gunn In the garden area, James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway Attorney at Law James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway Attorney for: #58 block 3 space 2. James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway James R. Dunaway Eston Pres Burnett, Jr. P.O. Box 100 James R. Dunaway For more info please Attorney for: Attorney for: Attorney for: Attorney for: State Bar No.: Orange, TX Attorney for: call 830-900-4047, Dennis W. Wolfford Shirley Monk Lormand Rhonda Michelle Turner Tasca Renee Allain Robert L. Pendergrass 08623700 202 77631-0100 State Bar No.: 06208000 S. Border Street asking $1800.00. State Bar No.: 06208000 State Bar No.: 06208000 State Bar No.: 06208000 State Bar No.: 06208000 Orange, TX 77630 P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 100 Dated the 8th day of Orange, TX 77631-0100 Orange, TX 77631-0100 Orange, TX 77631-0100 Orange, TX 77631-0100 Phone: (409)882-9990 RV SPACE FOR RENT Orange, TX 77631-0100 February, 2021. [email protected] [email protected] Fax: (409)882-0613 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Email:[email protected] A new year, let’s do a James R. Dunaway CITATION BY PUBLICATION new thing! Quiet James R. Dunaway friendly neighbor- Attorney for: The State of Texas hood mobile home Elizabeth C. Campbell To any and all Unknown Heirs and all Persons spaces for rent. Out- State Bar No.: 06208000 Interested in the Estate of standing value at P.O. Box 100 $250.00 a month. Orange, TX 77631-0100 Jerry Glenn Hughes Sr., Deceased Call today 409-886- [email protected] Cause No. P18957 7047. in County Court at Law, Orange County, Texas

FOR SALE American The alleged heir(s) at law in the above numbered and 409-886-7183 Legion Post 49 entitled estate filed AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE Hall Rentals HEIRSHIP in this estate on FEBRUARY 01, 2021, requesting that the Court determine who are the heirs Call for info @ and only heirs of Jerry Glenn Hughes, Sr., Deceased, HELP 409-886-1241 and their respective shares and interests in such estate. WANTED The court may act on this application at any call of the NOTICE: Vehicle stored at docket on or after 10:00 a.m. on the Monday next after FULL TIME & Gilbeaux’s Towing and the expiration of 10 days from the date of publication of PART TIME Transport Inc. 058449 VSF 16527 Hwy 62 S. this citation, at the County Courthouse, 801 W. Division., GROCERY STOCKERS Orange, TX 77630 Orange, Texas 77630. GROCERY CHECKERS PH (409) 886-0007 All persons interested in this case are cited to appear - DELI WORKERS Total charges cannot be before this Honorable Court by filing a written contest computed until the vehicle is claimed, storage charges or answer to this Application should they desire to do APPLY IN PERSON will accrue daily until the so. To ensure its consideration, you or your attorney vehicle is released. Must ONLY - NO PHONE demonstrate proof of own- must file any objection, intervention or response in CALLS PLEASE! ership and pay current writing with the County Clerk of Orange County, Texas. charges to claim vehicle. Given under my hand and the seal of the County www.tdlr.texas.gov Court at Law, Orange County, Texas at the office of the K-DAN”S Vin#3H3V532C6CT186413 Orange County Clerk in Orange, Texas on March 15, 12 HYUNDAI SUPER FOODS _ Owed $1374.38 2018. 9604 FM 105 Vin#1E9GF152XUR153791 BRANDY ROBERTSON, 97 GENERATOR County Clerk, Orange County, Texas DANNY’S SUPER FOODS Owed $1007.70 Vin#1GNEC13TX1R148413 By: Samantha McInnis, Deputy 2003 Western 01 CHEV Samantha McInnis Owed $665.66

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