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
March 16, 2020
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Virtual Activities to Explore If You’re Homebound During the COVID-19 Crisis
We’ve gathered some resources you and your family might find helpful if you are practicing social isolation. Please return to this page as we add additional resources. If you know of others, drop us an email. General Activities 100 Activities to Do at Home During School Closures: Many of these activities listed will require some… Keep Reading
March 15, 2020
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Governor Abbott Declares State of Disaster in Texas
On Friday, March 13, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott held a press conference at the State Capitol to update the public on the status of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Texas and what the state is doing to protect public health. The Governor also announced several new actions Texas is taking to mitigate the spread of the… Keep Reading
March 14, 2020
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City of Orange and Orange County Officials Continue to Monitor COVID-19 Situation
County and City officials in Orange County continue to monitor the situation with the coronavirus (COVID-19). As of Friday morning, March 13, 2020, there have been no confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Orange County. Officials urge citizens to take precautions such as washing one’s hands and avoiding close contact with people who are sick…. Keep Reading
March 14, 2020
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UIL Suspends All Contests Due to COVID-19
To support the health and safety of all students and communities, the University Interscholastic League (UIL) is suspending all UIL sanctioned contests due to the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in Texas. Effective March 16, all UIL interscholastic competition is suspended through March 29. Rehearsals and practices may be held at the discretion of the local… 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