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
August 28, 2025
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BCISD Approves Lower Tax Rate
Bridge City ISD promised no tax rate increase with the 2025 bond, and today we’re proud to announce the tax rate is going down for 2025–2026. Even with a new $27.5 million Performing Arts Center on the way, our community will see a lower school tax rate. Bridge City Independent School District (BCISD) has officially adopted a lower… Keep Reading
August 27, 2025
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Vidor Chamber Celebrates Grand Opening of New Pickleball Courts
On Thursday, August 21, 2025, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of brand-new pickleball courts at Raymond Gould Community Park, located at 385 Claiborne Street in Vidor. This exciting community project was spearheaded by Orange County Commissioner Robert Viator, who utilized county park funds to bring the… Keep Reading
August 27, 2025
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Bealls Set to Open in Vidor at Former Brookshire Brothers Location
Exciting changes are underway in Vidor as Bealls, the beloved department store, officially announces its return to the community with a new location at 880 N. Main Street, the former site of Brookshire Brothers. The new store is set to open its doors to the public in April 2026. Construction is already in progress on… Keep Reading
August 26, 2025
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Orange County Livestock Association Announce Youth Project Contest
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, in partnership with the Orange County Livestock Association, is proud to invite all youth of Orange County to participate in the upcoming Youth Project Contest, a celebration of local talent and creativity. The event will be held at the Mauriceville Heritage Center (7441 Cohenour Rd., Mauriceville)—home of the Crawfish Festival Grounds…. 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