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
September 1, 2021
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OPD Hosting Spread the Love Food Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive
September is Hunger Action Month and the Orange Police Department is raising awareness by hosting the “Spread the Love” food drive. Donations of peanut butter and jelly in plastic containers may be dropped off at the Orange Police Department, located at 201 N. 8th Street in downtown Orange. All items will be donated to the… Keep Reading
August 31, 2021
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OFD Awarded $100,000 Grant
The Orange Fire Department (OFD) was awarded a Fire Act Grant in the amount of $100,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This grant award will be used to replace 15 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units and purchase 30 SCBA cylinders for the Orange Fire Department.
August 31, 2021
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September DRSA Boat Races Canceled
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau has made the tough decision to cancel the 2021 DSRA Boat Races, scheduled to be held on September 18 & 19. The decision to cancel the boat races was made after the staff was presented with logistic concerns and notification of damages from Hurricane Ida in areas… Keep Reading
August 30, 2021
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Lyda Hired as New Director of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of its new Director, Mandy Sims Lyda! Lyda moved back to Orange County a little over a year ago after being gone for some time. She has been married for almost 20 years and has 2 children. She loves to travel and enjoys… Keep Reading
Vidor Hosting Mayor’s Annual Main Street Cleanup April 22
April 11, 2023
Join Vidor Mayor Misty Songe in Vidor’s Main Street Clean-up on Earth Day, April 22, 2023, from 9 AM-noon. Participants will meet up at Market Basket at 9 am and disburse from there. Items accepted include heavy trash, debris, wood, brush, heavy brush, and furniture. Two dumpsters will be located at 695 E. Railroad in
Barkfest Being Held in Vidor on April 29
April 11, 2023
Barkfest is being held in Vidor on Saturday, April 29, 2023. from 11 AM – 3 PM at The Oaks Event Center located at 2110 S. Main St. in Vidor. Bring your furry friend for a day of fun. Proceeds go towards helping offset the cost of adoption at the Vidor Animal Shelter. Bring a
Summer Camps 2023
April 10, 2023
Here is the info for all the summer camps/summer activities coming up in Orange County this summer: Are you planning a children’s summer camp for 2023? If so, we’d love to list it in our article about Summer Camps in Orange County. Please send details (press release, flyer, or link to Facebook event page) to
Country Music Legend Jimmy Fortune to Perform at Lutcher Theater
April 10, 2023
Dust off your boots and pull out your cowboy hats because Gospel Music Association and Country Music Association Hall of Famer Jimmy Fortune, along with special guests The Malpass Brothers, will perform for one night only at the Lutcher Theater on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. Jimmy Fortune toured, sang, and performed with
Shangri La to Hold Community Fun Walk
April 6, 2023
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will host a Community Fun Walk on Saturday, April 8, 2023/ The event is presented by the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club. Guests will enjoy a 1-mile marked loop pathway through the Gardens as they navigate through a family-friendly self-guided activity booklet. Families will learn about the
Orange Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Step Forward Treatment Center
April 6, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting for Step Forward Treatment Center on Monday, April 3, 2023. The business is located at 2496 Martin Luther King Drive Ste. A, in Orange. Step Forward Treatment Center helps those on the path to better health by providing leading drug abuse and mental health support. Their team
LSCO Promotes Mandee Tucker to Dean of Nursing and Health Professions Programs
April 5, 2023
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is pleased to announce the promotion of Mandee Tucker, RN, MSN, to Dean of Nursing and Health Profession Programs at LSCO. She will now oversee the Nursing, Dental Assisting, EMT/Paramedic, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, and Pharmacy Technology Programs. Tucker previously served as the Associate Dean of Nursing. “Dean Tucker has
Shangri La Plans Eco-Fest Celebration on April 22
April 5, 2023
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites you to celebrate Earth Day with an Eco-Fest celebration and Butterfly Release. Family-friendly activities and games will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with a vendor market and multiple inspirational Butterfly Releases at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
Cove Marina & Boat Storage Proposed for Adams Bayou
April 4, 2023
Jacqueline and Quinton Singleton of Orange have proposed a new business for the City of Orange. Cove Marina & Boat Storage, located at 1804 Mississippi Sreet on Adams Bayou, will feature boat storage as well as a boat launch, retail store with bait and tackle, fishing dock, kayak rentals, and family-friendly outdoor fun! They hope
Relive the Story at The W.H. Stark House for First Floor Fridays
April 4, 2023
Relive the historical story at The W.H. Stark House on Friday, April 14, and other select Fridays throughout the year! The public is invited to walk the grounds and view the first floor of the historic home, which includes the library, music room, dining room, and breakfast room/office. Dates for First Floor Fridays are April