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
December 18, 2024
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Celebrates Yellow Rose Beef Company’s Bridge City Location
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting for Yellow Rose Beef Company on December 13, 2024, at their new location: 2467 W. Roundbunch Rd. in Bridge City. The event marked an exciting milestone for the business as it expanded its presence in Bridge City, bringing its high-quality, locally sourced meats and specialty… Keep Reading
December 17, 2024
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Orange City Council Approves Firefighter Bargaining Agreement, Awaits Union Review
In a unanimous decision on December 10, 2024, the Orange City Council approved a proposed bargaining agreement for the city’s firefighters, marking a significant milestone after months of intense negotiations. The agreement, now awaiting review and final approval by the Firefighters’ Union, reflects the collaborative efforts of city leaders and first responders to reach a… Keep Reading
December 17, 2024
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City of Orange Advances Efforts to Attract New Buyer for Closed Paper Mill
The City of Orange took a significant step toward revitalizing a major industrial site last week by officially designating a reinvestment zone for the 556-acre property that previously housed the International Paper mill. The plant, which operated from 1967 until its closure in 2023, has been a critical part of the community’s economic landscape. This… Keep Reading
December 16, 2024
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Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Bayou Electric, Inc.
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 10, 2024, to officially welcome Bayou Electric, Inc. Located at 20567 IH-10, Vidor, TX, Bayou Electric is a full-service electrical contractor offering top-quality electrical solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial properties in Southeast Texas and Louisiana. Bayou Electric specializes in a wide range of… Keep Reading
City of Orange Announces New Hire and New Appointment
May 8, 2023
The City of Orange would like to introduce Alison Clary as the newly appointed Communication and Marketing Coordinator. Alison graduated from Little Cypress-Mauriceville before heading to Texas A&M University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in communication and history. From there, she interned with Walt Disney World through the Disney College Program. After completing the
LSCO Announces New Student Ambassador Scholarship Winners
May 8, 2023
Lamar State College Orange is incredibly excited to announce their 2023-2024 LSCO Student Ambassadors! They include: Paislee Byrd – Evadale High School Bryan Cano – West Orange-Stark High School Makenna Carey – Bridge City High School Jamey Flores – Vidor High School Jeanna Ingram – Orangefield High School Paige Rains – Vidor High School Cristian
Orange County RETREET to Replant Trees Lost to Natural Disaster
May 4, 2023
In celebration of Arbor Day, Keep America Beautiful (“KAB”), alongside affiliates Keep Orange County Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful, is pleased to launch Orange County RETREET, an effort to heal the landscape of Orange County, TX, which has been devastated by numerous hurricanes and tornados over the past decade. “Orange County RETREET will address an
Texas Land Office Awards $1 Million for Sewer System Improvements
May 4, 2023
The Texas General Land Office works to rebuild Texas communities affected by natural disasters by assisting with disaster relief, restoring critical infrastructure, and mitigating future damage through effective community planning. Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., recently visited Orange County to award the region a total of $11 million for disaster relief. These funds will
RV Park Coming to West Orange
May 3, 2023
The City of West Orange Announces an RV Park is coming to West Orange on the north end of Foreman Rd. Its projected date of completion is 3 months. It will have 49 spaces, a laundry facility, a fenced perimeter, and an on-site office. More details will be released as they become available.
City of Orange Announces Promotion and New Hires
May 3, 2023
The City of Orange would like to congratulate Sarah Hunter on her promotion to Accounting Manager for the Finance Department. Sarah has an associate’s degree in general business from Lamar State College Orange and a certification in Ethical Leadership from the NASBA Center of Public Trust. In May, she will graduate with a Bachelor of
Depot Day Scheduled for May 6
May 2, 2023
Mark your calendar for Depot Day on Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 10 AM -2 pm at the Orange Depot grounds, located at 1210 Green Ave. in Orange, presented by the Friends of the Orange Depot at the Orange Train Depot. Admission is free. Many new kid-friendly rides will be featured this year, like airplane
OCVB Announces New Event, Rock the River
May 2, 2023
Grab your friends, family, lawn chairs, and coolers and join the Orange Convention and Visitor’s Bureau in kicking off summer the right way with a day full of live music, food vendors, kids’ activities, and a whole bunch of fun on Saturday, Mayn20, 2023, from noon-8 PM at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 709 Simmons
KOCB Announces New Board Members
May 1, 2023
Keep Orange County Beautiful KOCB), a non-profit organization organized in Texas in 1997, is pleased to announce the election of Mr. James Scales and Mrs. Michelle Tubbleville to our Board of Directors. Mr. Scales is better known as the “food inspector” with the Orange County Environmental Health and Code Compliance Office. He has worked with
Mauriceville Heritage Association To Host 2023 Crawfish Bash May 5-6
May 1, 2023
The Mauriceville Heritage Association’s 2023 Crawfish Bash will be held on Cinco de Mayo weekend, May 5-6. 2023 at 7441 Cohenour Rd. in Orange. Hours are Friday, May 5, 2023, from 5 pm – 10 pm and Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 10 AM – 10- pm. There is no entry fee, but there is