September 25, 2025
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Orange Chamber Accepting Nominations for Annual Community Awards
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that nominations are now open for its Annual Community Awards, which honor the outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations that make Orange County a better place to live, work, and thrive. Each year, the Chamber recognizes excellence in three prestigious categories: These awards celebrate the… Keep Reading
March 24, 2020
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Small Business Administration Offering Low-Cost Loans to Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Texas small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently… Keep Reading
March 23, 2020
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First Case of COVID-19 Reported in Orange County
On Sunday, March 22, 2020, Orange County received confirmation of its 1st positive case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID19) in an Orange County resident. This individual is currently quarantined at home and cooperating with the direction of the health department. Quarantine procedures include persons with COVID-19 staying home for at least 14 days, monitoring their… Keep Reading
March 23, 2020
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COVID-19 Regional Call Center Opens
The COVID-19 Regional Call Center is open to take calls from people who have symptoms of the disease. This center serves Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, Jasper, and Newton Counties. Individuals who meet testing criteria will be sent to a mobile testing site. If a person has the symptoms, they will be directed to a testing site…. Keep Reading
March 21, 2020
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SETX Takeout Blitz
In light of Governor Abbott’s latest press conference announcing the closing of our restaurants until April 3rd, Orange Worthy News and Local Events has compiled a useful list of restaurants throughout the region who offer take out. This is a very crucial time during this unprecedented event- which is why our local businesses, especially our… Keep Reading
New Soda Shop, Fixxology, Opens in Vidor
June 1, 2023
On May 25, 2023, Fixxology held its soft opening in Vidor. Located next to Reliable Cleaners at 1455 N Main St., they offer Italian ice, snow cones, flavored sodas, nachos, energy drinks, hot dogs, pretzels, and cookies. Fixxology has been open since 2015. They started out small in Rigby, ID, just selling custom soda, cookies,
Bassmaster Elite Series and Orange County River Festival Kicks Off June 1, 2023
May 31, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce kicks off the Bassmaster Elite Series/Orange County River Festival on June 1, 2023, at the City of Orange Boat Ramp. The event runs June 1-4. The Bassmaster Elite Series/Orange County River Festival will offer fun-filled days of professional fishing, vendor booths, lots of food and drinks, a kids’
The Cottage Boutique Holding Grand Opening for The Cottage Coffee Bar
May 31, 2023
Join The Cottage Boutique for a “soft opening” of The Cottage Coffee Bar on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 6 pm – 8 pm. Get a FREE gift and sample some of the delicious items that they will be offering inside the NEW coffee bar. Then, on Friday, June 2, they will go live. If
GOACC Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for The Eye Place
May 31, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce (GOACC) hosted a ribbon-cutting for The Eye Place, located at 1502 Strickland Dr., Ste. 2, in Orange on May 23, 2023. The Eye Place, located in Orange, is a premier optical eye center dedicated to providing exceptional eye care and eyewear solutions to its clients. Their extensive range
Repairs to Lions Den Park Parking Lot Complete
May 30, 2023
The repairs to the parking lot at Orange Lions City Park have been completed. The parking lot had sustained increased utilization over the past few years, causing general deterioration, resulting in potholes, uneven ground, and standing water in areas of the lot. The refurbished parking lot is a major improvement to the curb appeal of
Orange City Donut Now Open
May 30, 2023
The City of Orange is excited to announce Orange City Donut, located at 3640 MLK Drive, is now open! The friendly staff serves up donuts, fruit kolaches, breakfast burritos, iced and hot coffee, and much more from 4 am – 12:30 pm each day from the breakfast counter and drive-thru window. For additional information, please
Stark Museum of Art to Host “Welcome to Color” Exhibition
May 29, 2023
Add a splash of color to your summer with a visit to the Stark Museum of Art’s Community Art Gallery exhibition, “Welcome to Color: Stark Cultural Venues Coloring Book” on view from May 27, 2023, through October 28, 2023. The exhibition features original contour line drawings created by SMA Teaching Artist Karen Leonard that highlight
Scholastic Book Fair Coming to Orange Public Library
May 29, 2023
Scholastic Book Fairs is coming to the Orange Public Library. Sponsored by Friends of the Orange Public Library, Inc., the Book Fair will be open to the general public from May 30 – June 10, 2023, during regular library hours. With new bestsellers and beloved classics, the Book Fair has something for everyone! Come out
GOACC Hosts Ribbon Cutting for 13Ten Business Solutions
May 25, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting for 13Ten Business Solutions on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. 13Ten Business Solutions specializes in strategy, performance, management, technology, and operations consulting with a focus on delivering bottom-line results They are a results-driven, operations-centric consulting organization that assists leaders with their organization’s critical operational issues. Founder C
Cowboy Church of Orange County to Host Car-Truck-Bike Show on May 27
May 24, 2023
The Cowboy Church of Orange County will be hosting the 1st Annual CCOC Car-Truck-Bike Whow on Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 9The am – 2 pm. Ribbon Cutting ceremony for the show is this Thursday (May 25) at 10 a.m. Free admission/parking for the show for all attendees. Vehicle competitors can still enter YOUR car,