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 11, 2021
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Walk-in COVID Vaccines Available for Orange County Seniors on Saturday
Orange County will have a 65+ Walk-In Vaccination Clinic at the Orange County Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442 this Saturday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The schedule is by the 1st letter of your last name. Please refer to the flyer below for your scheduled time. You have to be… Keep Reading
March 10, 2021
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Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River Returns to April 8-11 Date
The Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River, which was rescheduled for August, will return to its originally scheduled dates April 8-11 after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott rescinded mandates that would have dramatically reduced the number of fans permitted on-site. Previous Elite events in Orange, Texas have drawn record-breaking crowds – in three previous visits, the crowds… Keep Reading
March 10, 2021
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Orange City Council Approves Tax Abatement for Eagle Point Complex
Brad Rutledge with Orange Multi-Specialty Real Estate and partners with NexCore attended the Orange City Council meeting to discuss designating property within Eagle Point as a reinvestment zone for commercial/industrial tax abatement in the City of Orange. The Orange City Council unanimously approved the reinvestment zone for commercial tax abatement at Eagle Point. Eagle Point,… Keep Reading
March 10, 2021
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Jefferson County Bar Association Offers Legal Advice by Phone to Veterans
The Jefferson County Bar Association is offering free telephone legal advice for veterans and spouses of deceased veterans. This event is a public service of the Jefferson County Bar Association which is a part of a coalition of bar associations that provide pro bono legal services to U.S. veterans in 17 counties in Texas. Telephonic… Keep Reading
United Way of Orange County to Host Computer Classes
May 24, 2023
United Way of Orange County is excited to announce that they are hosting free technology classes on June 20-21. 2023, at Lamar State College Orange’s Ron E. Lewis Library. The workshops are intended for learners that are new to using a computer and want to build confidence while staying safe online. Topics include: managing files,
Flood Mitigation on Agenda of Corps of Engineers Virtual Public Info Session on Orange County Project
May 24, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Gulf Coast Protection Division will be hosting a virtual public information session on Thursday, May 25, 2023, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm regarding the Orange County Project. This session will be an overview of the Sabine Pass to Galveston Bay (S2G) Program and Orange County Project,
GOACC Holds Ribbon-Cutting for Just Us Too Salon
May 23, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce (GOACC) held a ribbon-cutting for Just Us Too Salon on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 314 Henrietta St. in Orange. Just Us Too Salon is a REDKEN ELITE salon. Their stylists undergo months of training before working with guests and enhance their skills by taking part in continuing
City of Orange Accepting Hotel/Motel Tax Fund Applications
May 23, 2023
The City of Orange Hotel/Motel Tax committee has released applications for non-profit entities within the City of Orange to apply for a portion of the City’s Hotel/Motel Tax funds. Any 501 (C) organization in the City of Orange that attracts visitors to the City of Orange, Texas, can submit applications to the committee. Under Section
LSCO Announces Largest Graduating Class Ever for a Spring Semester
May 22, 2023
Lamar State College Orange announced Friday that it had its largest graduating class ever for a Spring Semester. LSCO graduated 240 students and conferred 345 degrees and certificates. “We couldn’t be prouder of these students for achieving their goal of graduating. Students are increasingly finding that Lamar State College Orange provides a path for them
Artists Announced for Bassmaster Elite Series/Orange County River Festival
May 22, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the artists performing at the Bassmaster Elite Series/Orange County River Festival from June 1-4 at the City of Orange Boat Ramp. All concerts are free of charge. On Thursday, June 1, 2023, is Casey Chesnutt (son of Mark Chesnutt) at 7 PM. On Friday, June 2,
Community Pediatrics Opens at WOSE
May 18, 2023
West Orange Cove Consolidated Independent School District (WOCCISD) announces the opening of a medical clinic by Community Pediatrics located at West Orange-Stark Elementary. The clinic accepts all major medical insurance plans as well as Medicaid. You must provide proof that your child is a student of the district or you are an employee of the
Rock the River Kicks Off May 20
May 18, 2023
The 2023 summer kickoff of Rock the River is planned all day Saturday, May 20. 2023, in Orange from noon to 8 p.m. at Riverside Pavilion. The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau is excited to offer family fun and a great selection of live music. Admission is free to the day’s events. Live bands begin
BCISD Teacher Chosen to Join TEA Teacher Leadership Fellowship
May 17, 2023
Hannah Landry, Bridge City High School teacher, has been selected to join the 2023-2024 Texas Education Agency Teacher Leadership Fellowship. This is a prestigious two-year fellowship program designed to strengthen teacher leadership pathways at the state level and increase opportunities for teachers to shape the profession. Mrs. Landry was chosen from a highly competitive pool
GOACC Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Sulzer Orange Service Center
May 17, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting with Sulzer to announce the expansion of their Electromechanical Service Center located at 8904 Tulane Road in Orange. Sulzer’s Orange Service Center combines a comprehensive electromechanical workshop, experienced engineers, large testing capacity, and specialist rotating equipment services and operates as a reliable support to