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A pristine cluster of ‘Brightwell’ blueberries are bursting with flavor and ready to harvest. Gather them when the entire berry has a dark blue color with no other colors present on the berry, since blueberries will not ripen further after harvesting (Getty image).

A pristine cluster of ‘Brightwell’ blueberries are bursting with flavor and ready to harvest. Gather them when the entire berry has a dark blue color with no other colors present on the berry, since blueberries will not ripen further after harvesting (Getty image).

Harvest Time: Grab a Pail & Pick Blueberries

News Staff
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Gardners in case you haven’t noticed, blueberry bushes are brimming with succulent, round berries bursting with flavor (we have picked several pounds of fruit which freeze well too).

OrangefieldISDthreatdeemednotcredible

News Staff
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
On Monday May 13, 2024, about 1:03 pm, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office received a call from the Orangefield Independent School District in reference to threats. An anonymous caller placed calls to multiple campuses indicating their intent to harm students and faculty.

MinordamagereportedinMothersDayfire

News Staff
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Orange County ESD#1 Fire Chief Robert L. Smith reported a home received minor damages in a Sunday house fire. “On the morning of May 12, 2024, at approximately 3:36 PM, OCESD#1 was requested for service due to a fire in a structure.

State Sales Tax Revenue Totaled Nearly $4 Billion in April

News Staff
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
( AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $3.96 billion in April, 3.2 percent less than in April 2023. The majority of April sales tax revenue is based on sales made in March and remitted to the agency in April.

VPD ARRESTS APRIL 29-MAY 5

News Staff
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
In recent weeks the Vidor Police Department responded to many calls. What follows are but a few of the incidents that required police action. Readers should remember that a person who was arrested has not been found guilty of any wrongdoing.
My Five Cents

My Five Cents

My Five Cents

Senator Robert Nichols
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
On April 21, 1836 the Battle of San Jacinto was fought and won by Sam Houston and the Texas army in a matter of minutes. Only nine Texans were killed while 630 Mexican soldiers died in the battle. Santa Anna was captured after the battle and with the victory, the Republic of Texas began.
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