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 13, 2024
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Story Time and Craft Hour to Resume at Vidor Public Library
The Vidor Public Library announces that Story Time/Craft Hour will resume in September. They will separate age groups, with birth-kindergarten twice a month on Tuesdays (10 am-11 am) and 1st grade-6th grade twice a month on Thursdays (10 am-11 am). At this time, they have 15 spots available in their Itty Bitty Story Time and… Keep Reading
August 12, 2024
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Orangefield ISD Approves New Pay Structure, Includes 3% Salary Increase for Staff
The Orangefield Independent School District (ISD) board has approved a new salary schedule that includes a 3% raise to the midpoint of district employee salaries. Superintendent Shaun McAlpin highlighted the board’s commitment to supporting staff, stating, “This is an opportunity to put some money in their pocket to help out. This will help us take… Keep Reading
August 12, 2024
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Julie Rogers Gift of Life Offering Free Women’s Healthcare Screenings on August 14
The Julie Rogers Gift of Life Program is offering free women’s healthcare screenings on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, from 8 AM – 3:30 PM at the Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas – Orange, located at 610 Strickland Drive. Health services include breast cancer screenings, diagnostic mammograms, ultrasounds, biopsies, and cancer prevention materials. Call 409-833-3663 to… Keep Reading
August 8, 2024
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Stark Cultural Venues Announces Volunteer Round-Up for Venues
The Stark Foundation is rounding up the best volunteers for a community-wide Volunteer Round-Up for its four cultural venues: Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, The W.H. Stark House, Stark Museum of Art, and the Lutcher Theater. The Volunteer Round-Up will be held on Tuesday, August 20, at 5:30 p.m. at the Lutcher Theater,… Keep Reading
Golden Triangle Polymers Donates $1.32 Million Donation to LSCO
March 9, 2023
Golden Triangle Polymers Company presented a check to Lamar State College-Orange (LSCO) in the amount of $1.3 million at a ceremonial groundbreaking event on March 7, 2023, in Orange, Texas. The donation will facilitate the purchase of a Polaris Hands-on-Training 3 Glycol Distillation Trainer, from which LSCO Industrial Systems students can train. The unit will
Shangri La to Offer Orchid Repotting Workshop
March 8, 2023
Join Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and grow your orchid experience with their hands-on repotting workshop. In this workshop, their epiphyte experts will lead participants through the steps to successfully grow orchids indoors. They will share tips for ultimate orchid care so your exotic beauty will continue to flourish long after returning home.
Get Ready for Art in the Park on April 1
March 8, 2023
The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau will be hosting the 21st annual Art in the Park and the 4th annual Orange Riverfront Car Show on Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. Art in the Park will be held in its traditional location at Stark Park and the Orange Riverfront Car Show
BCISD Breaks Ground on New CTE Center
March 7, 2023
March 6, 2023, was a special day for Bridge City High School and all of Bridge City Independent School District (BCISD) as they celebrated breaking ground on the new CTE facility. The CTE (Career and Technology) facility at Bridge City High School will open up classroom space for the campus as they are already over
Help Shangri La Celebrate 15 Years
March 7, 2023
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is celebrating its 15th Birthday on Saturday, March 11, 2023. During the day, make a plan to enjoy the gardens, soak up some sun and take home a free plant, which is available for the first 150 visitors. Nestled within 252 acres in the heart of Orange, Texas,
Stark Museum of Art to Host Juried Student Art Exhibition
March 6, 2023
The Stark Museum of Art is pleased to announce the 2023 Juried Student Art Exhibition on view from March 18 – May 13, 2023. The Juried Student Art Exhibition theme is offered in conjunction with the Stark Museum of Art’s upcoming 2024 special exhibition The Color Orange. The exhibition of student artwork will be juried
Do Well Be Well with Diabetes Class Offered
March 6, 2023
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will be holding free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join them in learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on March 9, 16, 23, 30, and
Shangri La to Host Birdwatching Wednesdays
March 2, 2023
Want to learn about the birds that call Shangri La Gardens home? Join them on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, from 9 am – 10:30 am to see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the Gardens have to offer. Birders of all skill levels are invited to join Environmental Educator Kathleen Nelligan and Wildlife
Step Into History at The W.H. Stark House for First Floor Fridays
March 1, 2023
Step into history at The W.H. Stark House on 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 March 10, April 14, May 19, June
Severe Weather Predicted for Thursday
March 1, 2023
According to the National Weather Service – Lake Charles, our region has the potential to see severe storms Thursday evening into Thursday overnight. Severe thunderstorms are expected to form Thursday evening over southeast Texas with sustained winds between 20 and 25 mph with gusts between 25 and 30 mph. Citizens are encouraged to monitor local