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
October 21, 2020
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Harvey Households with FEMA Group Flood Insurance Need to Switch Policies
Approximately 6,690 Hurricane Harvey survivors have been notified that their Group Flood Insurance Policy (GFIP) will expire Oct. 24. These three-year policies end soon, so policyholders must plan now to switch to a standard flood insurance policy to ensure continuous flood insurance coverage. Following the devastating disasters and hurricane season of 2017, FEMA purchased GFIP… Keep Reading
October 20, 2020
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Big Mike’s Barbershop Hosting Grand Reopening Oct. 23
Big Mike’s Barbershop has moved to a new location, 7066 Hwy 87N in Orange, and will be hosting a grand re-opening on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, from 8 AM – 5 PM. They’ll be giving away one free haircut every hour. Also on hand to help with the celebration and selling treats are Dough Dough… Keep Reading
October 19, 2020
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City of Vidor Awarded Grants to Mitigate Hurricane Harvey Damage
In August 2018, the remnants of Hurricane Harvey impacted the City of Vidor as a tropical storm, delivering approximately 50 inches of rain and causing millions of dollars of damage to our area. Since then, the City of Vidor has been working diligently to secure federal funding in the form of grants to pay for… Keep Reading
October 15, 2020
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Orange Chamber Seeking Nominations
Join the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce as they recognize the 2020 Citizen of the Year, Non-Profit Community Service Award, and Business Community Service Award at the GOACC Annual Banquet on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at The Orange County Convention & Expo Center. Sponsorship and ticket info for the banquet can be found here…. 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