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
April 14, 2021
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Orange City Council Agrees to Purchase High Water Rescue Trucks
City of Orange Fire Chief, David Frenzel, discussed the purchase of two (2) high water rescue vehicles during the Orange City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 13. The vehicles will be partially paid for through an Infrastructure Grant from the Texas General Land Office as a part of Disaster Relief from Hurricane Harvey. The remainder… Keep Reading
April 13, 2021
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Area Code Required to Dial 409 Numbers Beginning October 24
The Texas Public Utility Commission says that as of October 24, 2021, the 409 area code will be one of seven across the state in which residents will be required to first dial the area code before entering the remaining seven numbers to make a local telephone call. On July 16, 2020, the Federal Communications… Keep Reading
April 12, 2021
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Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event Planned for May 15
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) is hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event. The event will be held in the parking lot of the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center at 3401 Cultural Center Drive in Port… Keep Reading
April 12, 2021
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SETRPC Offing Stabilization Services to Those Impacted by Imelda
The SETRPC (Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission) is offering stabilization services to qualifying residents of Orange County impacted by Tropical Storm Imelda. SETRPC stabilization services will include utility services such as water, gas, gas-disconnect notices (no deposits/late fees/re-connect charges), and rent services such as eviction notices (no deposits/application fees/late fees/court & filing fees). Orange County… Keep Reading
Service League of Orange Hosting Purse Bingo
February 20, 2023
The Service League of Orange will be hosting a Purse Bingo on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at The Garden District, located at 7536 Highway 87 N. in Orange. Doors open at 6 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm. The purses featured include ones from Louis Vuitton, Valentino, Tory Burch, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Anuschka, and
28th Annual Community Trash-Off Announced for Orange County
February 16, 2023
It’s Trash-Off time once again! The 28th annual Community Trash-Off is scheduled for Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the City of Orange Riverside Pavilion, located at 709 Simmons Drive in Orange, Texas, with a rain date of March 4, 2023. This year’s Community Trash-Off is generously presented by INVISTA
Vidor Public Library Hosting Seed Planting Class and Adult Coloring Group
February 15, 2023
County Extension Agent Letty LeBert will be at the Vidor Public Library on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. She will be talking about how to prepare your soil and sow seeds directly in the ground after the last freeze. Other topics include planting tomatoes and peppers by using seeds and
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Gubers
February 15, 2023
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on February 14, 2023, for Gubers, a family-owned restaurant delivery service. Gubers was started by Jesse Valdez in February 2016 in North Carolina. He came to Texas on vacation in August 2016. Jesse was immediately attracted to the community and the surrounding areas and saw the
Lutcher Theater Presents Home Free, Nederland Native Tim Foust
February 14, 2023
Nederland native Tim Foust is returning “home” with his fellow all-vocal Country entertainers Home Free. Home Free will perform one show only on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at 7 p.m. at the Lutcher Theater. Home Free is an American country a cappella group of five vocalists: Austin Brown, Rob Lundquist, Adam Rupp, Adam Chance, and
Orange Lions Club Announces 82nd Annual Carnival Dates
February 14, 2023
The Orange Lions Club has announced the dates of the 82nd Annual Orange Lions Club Carnival, which will be held March 22 – 25 and March 28 – April 1, 2023. They have also just unveiled our annual pin design and are honoring our Lions who do an awesome job in their Corn Dog Booth.
Orange Mayor Larry Spears to Speak at Orange Public Library’s Adulting Program Series
February 13, 2023
Each month the Orange Public Library will sponsor a program designed to introduce an “adulting” skill. Adulting 101 will be held on the third Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6;30 PM at the Orange Public Library, located at 220 5th St. in Orange. The next program will be held on February 21, 2023,
Granger Chevrolet to Host Pet Adoption and Fundraiser
February 13, 2023
Granger Chevrolet is teaming up with the West Orange Animal Shelter to raise money and support for the animals housed there by having an adoption center set up at their Granger Chevrolet location! The will be held on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, from 10 AM – 1 PM. Even if you don’t plan on adopting
Vidor Chamber of Commerce Hosts Grand Opening of Maricle Insurance Agency
February 9, 2023
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted the grand opening of Miracle Insurance Agency, located at 980 N Main St. Ste C in Vidor. Owned by Cody and Skiley Maricle, they represent Farmers Insurance and provide coverage for auto, home, life, commercial, specialty, flood, boat ATV, and motorcycles. Their office hours are: Monday – Thursday 8:30
Governor Abbott Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration Following Severe Weather, Tornadoes In Southeast Texas
February 9, 2023
Governor Greg Abbott sent a letter to President Joe Biden on February 7, 2023, requesting a Presidential Disaster Declaration for counties located in Southeast Texas impacted by severe storms and tornadoes that caused widespread damage from January 23-25, 2023. The Governor’s request included Harris, Jefferson, Liberty, and Orange counties. “To better help our fellow Texans