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COVID vaccine has its benefits

Gary Smith of Arlington, TX got an unexpected bonus when he got himself vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC].

Revs. Barber & Jackson, Barbara Arnwine charged during sit-in at Sen. Sinema’s office to demand she vote to end the filibuster as Season of Nonviolent Moral Direct Action continues

Poor People’s Campaign holds actions in about 30 states, arrests made at offices of Sens. Collins, Feinstein & Hyde-Smith Three social justice leaders -- Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, Rev. Jesse Jackson and Barbara Arnwine -- were arrested during a sit-in outside the office of Sen.
Preschool Prize Basket Winner- Layla Braneff

Preschool Prize Basket Winner- Layla Braneff

2021 Summer Reading Program “Tails and Tales”

The Vidor Public Library completed the Summer Reading Program 2021, “Tails and Tales” on Wednesday, July 14th with a drive thru pickup of pizza, prizes, and cookie cake. Those who completed the program and have not picked up their prize bag, may pick up at the library.

Cops and Kids Picnic set for July 30 at Claiborne West Park

After two postponements due to soggy ground, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office has announced that the 26th annual Orange County Sheriff's Office COPS AND KIDS PICNIC will be held this Friday, July 30th at Claiborne West Park, located on the 1-10 westbound service road between Orange and Vidor...

NEAT program off to slow start

“Too much of anything is good for nothing” is a well known idiom that is often quoted when something thought beneficial at first turns into something bad. July rainfall might fit the bill in 2021 with construction, outdoor activities or even mowing the yard falling victim to the soggy weather.
Oak Forest Elementary taking shape

Oak Forest Elementary taking shape

Oak Forest Elementary taking shape

A few days of dry weather has seen workers with G and G Construction busy at the Highway 12 site for the new $18 million Oak Forest Elementary school.
Drier weather welcomed

Drier weather welcomed

Drier weather welcomed

Construction crews took advantage of the break in the past few week's relentless rains to begin work on the new Vidor Middle School’s groundwork to raise the foundation to the required elevation above the floodplain.