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VISD Board of Trustees members Carrie Vincent and Rollie Burr, VISD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jay Killgo, and VISD Board of Trustees members David Long Natalie Long, Mike Helms, and Gina VanDevender.

VISD Board of Trustees members Carrie Vincent and Rollie Burr, VISD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jay Killgo, and VISD Board of Trustees members David Long Natalie Long, Mike Helms, and Gina VanDevender.

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From groundbreaking to ground work

Randall Luker
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Much has happened since dignitaries from the Vidor ISD, federal government, and contractors broke ground for the new Oak Forest Elementary School the first week of October.

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Sheriff's Report

News Staff
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
On 11/2/20 at 9:01 AM I deputies responded to the 200 block of Pug Street, Vidor, in reference to an animal welfare check. On Monday November 2, 2020, at approximately 12:46 p.m., Deputies responded to the 1900 block of North Tram Road, Vidor in reference toCriminal Mischief.
Vidor ISD Names Oak Forest's Lisa Arndt November Employee of the Month

Vidor ISD Names Oak Forest's Lisa Arndt November Employee of the Month

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Vidor ISD Names Oak Forest's Lisa Arndt November Employee of the Month

News Staff
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Paraprofessional Lisa Arndt of Oak Forest has been named Vidor Independent School District's November Employee of the Month. Nominated by Oak Forest principal Carolyn Wedgeworth, Mrs. Arndt is viewed as an employee that shows the true meaning of integrity, outstanding work ethic, and dedication.
Jeff Courts, Air Force veteran, played Amazing Grace on his bagpipes. Courts plays for many ceremonies locally.

Jeff Courts, Air Force veteran, played Amazing Grace on his bagpipes. Courts plays for many ceremonies locally.

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Vidor ISD Hosts Veterans Day Program in Stadium

News Staff
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
In accordance with social distancing mandates, Vidor ISD administration opted to have one consolidated Veterans Day program this year, rather than hosting programs on each campus. The event was held on Wednesday, November 11 at 10:00 a.m.

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$40 million steel mill expansion sought

News Staff
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Orange County Commissioners Court is hoping to put together an attractive package to convince Optimus Steel to proceed with a proposed $40 million expansion project at its Rose City mill location that could add up to 75 permanent jobs at the facility.
Retail sales rebounding in county

Retail sales rebounding in county

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Retail sales rebounding in county

News Staff
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Following two months of decline, retail sales in Orange County appear to be on the upswing according to Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar. Hegar recently sent cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts $890.5 million in local sales tax allocations for November, 4.
Looking Back 11/09/1989

Looking Back 11/09/1989

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Looking Back 11/09/1989

News Staff
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
The Vidor Junior High School Brigettes have adopted residents of Green Acres Convalescent Center and will be visiting them during the school year. Brigs visiting with a resident arem left to right, Angela Adams, Candie Abshire, Christina Hanks, Jessica Andrews and Stacy Downs. Vidorian Archive Photo

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Shangri La welcomes the community back on November 18th!

News Staff
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is excited to announce that we will reopen to the public on Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Normal operating hours each week will be Tuesdays – Fridays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission is free.
International Paper Partners with LCM to strengthen educational opportunities

International Paper Partners with LCM to strengthen educational opportunities

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International Paper Partners with LCM to strengthen educational opportunities

News Staff
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Each year International Paper supports local non-profits where their mill workers live and work through their IPGiving program. The Little Cypress-Mauriceville District has been blessed by these grants through the years and this year’s gifts are no exception.
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