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Good morning Vidor! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which charges a Vidor resident faced in this week’s arrests
  • Vidor community remembers the life and kindness of Jeanette Bordelon
  • Vidor community remembers the life and legacy of Steve Wheat

Also on today's calendar: Conflict Management Training Bootcamp in Vidor, TX.

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 77 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 65, low: 45.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 77 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Arrest Reports for 12/16/25 (kjas.com) — Local arrest reports from December 16 include a Vidor resident listed with charges related to driving with an invalid license and drug possession. The log also details several other arrests from around Southeast Texas, giving residents a snapshot of recent law enforcement activity in nearby communities.
   

• Jeanette Bordelon (kogt.com) — Vidor readers are mourning the loss of 79-year-old Jeanette Bordelon, a longtime Orange County resident who passed away Tuesday at Oakwood Manor Nursing Home in Vidor. A devoted Licensed Vocational Nurse in Beaumont and a talented crafter, she was known for her kindness, love of family, and habit of looking after neighbors across Southeast Texas.
   

• Steven "Steve" Leslie Wheat (therecordlive.com) — Vidor residents are mourning the passing of 81-year-old Steven “Steve” Leslie Wheat, a longtime community member who made Vidor his home for many years. Remembered for his warm spirit, sales career, and love of family, Steve was active with First Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and cheering on the Dallas Cowboys. He is survived by his wife, daughters, brother, and grandsons, all of Vidor.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Beaumont

  • Beaumont Police report violent crime reduction, Blue Santa program serves 500 children (12newsnow.com)
  • Shawki Center in Beaumont expands services for children with autism (kfdm.com)
  • Beaumont man gets over 4 years for illegal ammunition possession under DOJ initiative (12newsnow.com)

Nederland

  • Erica Gauthier named NISD assistant superintendent (panews.com)

Ok Vidor! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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