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
July 1, 2020
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Recyclops Changes Recycling Pickup Schedule
Due to continued customer growth in Orange County, Recyclops recycling services are moving to a four-day schedule beginning the week of July 6. In addition, going forward, pickups will be every other week instead of twice-monthly, which means customers will receive two extra pickups each year. Recyclops has also added printable calendars for each pickup… Keep Reading
June 30, 2020
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Orange Lion Club’s Orangeopoly Game Now For Sale Locally
The Orange Lion Club’s Orangeopoly games have arrived and are now for sale. The Orangeopoly game is based on the classic Monopoly game but features Orange locations and businesses on the gameboard. They are $25 each and can be purchased at the locations below: TruColors, 1201 N 16th St., Orange Pink Rooster Treasures, 2492 Martin… Keep Reading
June 30, 2020
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Vidor Public Library Announces New Programs
Vidor Public Library’s “Imagine Your Story” Summer Reading Challenge began on June 22. Children reading 20 books from the Vidor Public Library will be entered into a drawing for a grand prize. In addition, the Vidor Public Library accepts books, DVDs, and CD donations on Thursdays. They accept only gently used, not abused items. Please… Keep Reading
June 30, 2020
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Independence Day Closings 2020 Announced
In observance of Independence Day, the City of Orange will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020. As always, the City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be on duty keeping us safe. All Bridge City and Orange County Offices will be closed as well. Waste Management will service its usual route on this day…. 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