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Golden Triangle Polymers Donates $250K to Fund Bridge City Public Pickleball Courts

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Golden Triangle Polymers Company LLC donated $250,000 to the City of Bridge City this week to fund a park improvement project at Bridge City City Park.

A ceremonial check presentation occurred at the Bridge City City Council meeting on Oct. 15, 2024, in which the city announced they would use the donation to build public pickleball courts. Bridge City Mayor David Rutledge said the decision to build pickleball courts came from a Community Leaders Forum the city held earlier this year, in which approximately 40 citizens discussed and identified community projects. Pickleball courts topped the list of desired amenities, Mayor Rutledge said.

“We’re grateful for this donation because it will allow us to budget and build the pickleball courts sooner rather than later. As a small community that strives to keep tax rates low, adding park amenities doesn’t always make the cut. This is truly a gift for our citizens, and we’re grateful Golden Triangle Polymers made this happen for us,” said Mayor Rutledge.

Golden Triangle Polymers has invested in community programs throughout the Orange County region since its announcement in late 2022 that it would build an $8.5 billion petrochemical facility at a site on State Highway 87. In 2023, the company donated $1.7 million to area schools and non-profit organizations and is investing an additional $500,000 this year.

“Community health and wellness is a priority for us, and we support the city’s decision to add a public amenity that encourages people of all ages to get outside, exercise, and enjoy a local park with family and friends,” said Chad Jennings, plant manager for Golden Triangle Polymers.

Orange Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for D.R. Horton Reserve at Mallard Lakes

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On October 8, 2024, the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce hosted ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony for D.R. HORTON.  for their new addition, Reserve at Mallard Lakes, located at 5610 Wood Duck, Orange, TX.

From their first home in 1978 to over 1,000,000 homes in 2023, their mission remains the same — to deliver quality and affordability across the country. Since 2002, more people have chosen D.R. Horton than any other builder. Buy or rent, they have homes and services to provide a home for every stage in life.

For more info, visit their Facebook page, their website, or call them at (409) 547-7550

McCoy’s in Orange to Close October 19

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McCoy’s Building Supply, located at 4514 W Lutcher Dr. along Interstate 10 in Orange, will close on October 19, 2024.

McCoy’s is a supplier of lumber, building materials, roofing supplies, and farm and ranch equipment. It has 81 stores across Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. They are proud to serve do-it-yourselfers, farmers and ranchers, repair and remodel contractors, and independent home builders.

In their going-out-of-business sale, select items marked at close-out prices starting at 25% off, while supplies last.

Take 5 Oil Change Opens for Business

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The City of Orange is excited to announce that Take 5 Oil Change is officially open for business at its new location, 3122 N. 16th Street in Orange.

The hours of operation for the new location at 3020 N. 16th Street are:
  • Monday – Saturday: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
  • Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Take 5 Oil Change is currently running a 50% off promotion now through the end of the year. For more information, contact this location at 409-330-4404.

Take 5 was founded in 1984 as Rapid Oil Change. It offered quick oil changes, minor repairs, and other maintenance services. Since then, it has expanded, faced disaster, and become part of the community.

What started in Louisiana, just outside New Orleans, spread to eight states and across the southeastern United States from Virginia to Texas, with 60 locations, with five more shops opening in the coming months.  To date, the company has opted to limit franchising the brand, but it continues to consider future options to do so.

In 1996, Take 5 revolutionized its business model by creating the first stay-in-your-car oil change. The shops featured shallow pits, drive-through oil changes, synchronized oil changes, and fast, friendly service.

In 2020, Take 5 Car Wash launched, delivering a fast, friendly, and convenient car wash experience with a customer- and people-first culture.

Take 5 is all about fast, friendly, and simplified oil changes. In just a few minutes, they change your engine oil and filter. Vital under-hood fluids are also checked and replenished to the recommended level.

For more info, call them at 409-330-4404

 

DuGood Credit Union Building New Branch at Eagle Point

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DuGood Credit Union is building a new branch office at Eagle Point in Orange.

Eagle Point is located at the intersection of Interstate 10 and State Highway 62. The area includes the Gisela Houseman Medical Complex, a 55,000-square-foot hospital operated by Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. The hospital is located on 20 acres of the Eagle Point development.

Eagle Point has also been designated a reinvestment zone for commercial and industrial tax abatement. A building permit was issued for a Candlewood Suites Hotel in the Eagle Point development, which will offer extended-stay kitchen suites.

DuGood Credit Union was originally chartered by a group of plant workers under DuPont Beaumont Works Employee Federal Credit Union. The credit union experienced steady growth throughout the years by offering the latest products and services, expanding membership, and through merger acquisitions.

In 2005, the credit union merged with Goodrich Community Credit Union and changed its name to DuPont Goodrich Federal Credit Union. After the merger, “DuGood” was used for their web URL as a shortened version of the name, and immediately members began calling themselves “DuGood members.”

As they continued their work in the community, they became known as “DuGood Credit Union.” The name was a natural fit because doing good and giving back were—and still are—at the heart of everything they do.

In 2014, the board officially changed its name to DuGood Federal Credit Union.

The anticipated opening is Spring/Summer 2025.

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