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SETX Social Service Resource Guide Now Available

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The City of Orange is proud to introduce the Southeast Texas Social Services Resource Guide,  compilation of essential phone numbers to connect citizens with various services and assistance programs.

In recognition of the diverse needs of the citizens of Orange, this guide encompasses a wide range of social services provided by local organizations and aims to enhance access to essential support for individuals and families across our community.

The guide may be downloaded here.

City of Orange Cancels May 4 General Election

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The Orange City Council approved a resolution for the City of Orange to cancel the May 4, 2024, General Election, as both candidates were unopposed and there were no propositions on the ballot.

The following candidates have been certified as unopposed and are hereby elected as follows:

  • Mayor (At-Large): Larry Spears Jr.
  • Council Member Place 1 (Single-Member District 1): Matt Chandler

View the full resolution online here:

Meeks Drive Water Plant to be Offline March 4-8

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From Monday, March 4, 2024, through Friday, March 8, 2024, the Meeks Drive Water Plant will be offline for construction activities. Residents north of IH-10 can expect intermittent low water pressure while adjustments are being made.

To report an issue, please contact the City of Orange’s Customer Service Department:

  • Regular Business Hours: 409-883-1081
  • After Hours: 409-883-1026 and Press Option 2 (Police Dispatch)

Claiborne West Park Equipment Upgrades Complete

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Precinct 2 County Commissioner Chris Sowell has announced that the new equipment at Claiborne West Park is open and ready to be used. Sowell notes, “I’d like to thank everyone who made this happen for our communities’ children, from the  Commissioners Court to the Orange County Parks Department, along with many other county employees.

This upgrade was a result  of an allocation of a portion of the fees paid by the new Golden Triangle Polymers Company paid to Orange County.

Claiborne West Park is located at 4105 North Street in Vidor (off of Interstate 10) and offers walking trails, fishing pond, disc golf course, playgrounds, picnic areas, and bird watching.

For more info, visit their Facebook page.

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