Concerns Arise Over Major Flood Protection Project in Orange

Residents and business owners in Orange are expressing growing concerns about a significant construction project aimed at safeguarding the area from storm surges and flood damage. The initiative, known as the “Sabine Pass to Galveston Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management Program,” includes efforts in both Orange County and Port Arthur. According to KFDM/FOX4 News, locals … Keep Reading

City of Orange Applying for Additional Harvey Disaster Relief Funds

City of Orange Seeks Residents for Advisory Committees and Commissions

The City of Orange is calling on residents to actively participate in local government by joining various Advisory Committees and Commissions. Opportunities range from the Citizens Advisory Committee to the Economic Development Corporation, and the city aims to attract a diverse pool of applicants who can bring fresh perspectives to the table. Residents have responsibilities … Keep Reading

Orange County Appoints New Tax Assessor/Collector Following Karen Fisher’s Resignation

In a decisive move, the Orange County Commissioners Court convened at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, and unanimously appointed Octavia Guzman as the new Tax Assessor/Collector, following the resignation of long-serving officeholder Karen Fisher. Fisher, who has been at the helm of the Orange County Tax Assessor/Collector’s office for over three decades, announced … Keep Reading

Texas Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 9-14, 2024

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday from August 9-14, 2024. State law exempts sales tax on qualified items – such as clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks – priced below $100, saving shoppers about $8 on every $100 they … Keep Reading

Orange County Residents Should Register for STAN to Be Notified of Emergency Events

STAN is the Southeast Texas Alerting Network which provides messaging and notifications system that informs Southeast Texas residents informed about emergencies and other important events for residents in Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, and Jasper Counties. Once registered, residents will receive notifications about emergencies, industry, or weather events occurring in Southeast Texas. In the event of an … Keep Reading