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 21, 2022
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Stark Museum of Art to Host Afterschool Art Program in January
The Stark Museum of Art will give students the opportunity to sharpen their drawing skills in January. During this four-week class, Fundamentals of Prismacolor Colored Pencils, students in 5th-8th grade will learn how to layer color using Prismacolor Colored Pencils. Students will learn how to properly hold a pencil, how to draw and shade, and… Keep Reading
December 20, 2022
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Lamar State College Orange Announces Significant Enrollment Growth
Lamar State College-Orange (LSCO) announced today that its Fall enrollment of 2,629 students is the highest since 2012. This represents an 11.7% increase in enrollment from last Fall. Enrollment at LSCO has grown by creating new academic and vocational programs as well as expanding to 8-Week Terms. Additionally, more dual credit students in area high… Keep Reading
December 20, 2022
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Cities Report Holiday Closures
For the city of Orange: In observance of the Christmas holiday, the City of Orange will be closed Friday, December 23, and Monday, December 26. As always, the City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be on duty to keep the community safe. City of Orange offices will reopen for business Tuesday, December 27…. Keep Reading
December 19, 2022
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Artic Cold Temps Arriving Just in Time for Christmas
According to KBMT’s meteorologist Patrick Vaughn, an Arctic cold front will drive through SE Texas late Thursday. Temperatures will plummet Thursday night, with winds gusting to nearly 40 mph. In the Golden Triangle on Friday morning, temperatures will be in the middle to upper teens. Wind chills will be in the single digits, and there… 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