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 12, 2025
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LSCO Unveils 39-Foot Training Vessel to Enhance Maritime Operations Training
Lamar State College-Orange (LSCO) is expanding its maritime program with the addition of a 39-foot training vessel. The new vessel, T.V. Margie, will provide students with enhanced hands-on learning experiences and serve as a key resource for maritime operations training, reinforcing LSCO’s commitment to workforce development in the growing maritime industry. Funded through the Texas… Keep Reading
March 12, 2025
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Celebrate Art Together at Family Day at Stark Museum of Art
The Stark Museum of Art invites families to a day of creativity, exploration and fun during Family Day on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This special event encourages families to experience art together through fun activities designed for children of all ages, as well as the new exhibition “Childhood Classics:… Keep Reading
March 11, 2025
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Hands-On History Event at W.H. Stark House Brings the Past to Life for Young Learners
Families are invited to explore the fascinating world of communication through history at the Hands-On History: Little Hands – Big Fun! event on March 27, 2025, from 10 AM to 12 PM at the historic W.H. Stark House. This engaging and interactive program offers a unique opportunity for children ages 5-9 and their grown-ups to… Keep Reading
March 11, 2025
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Garlyn Place Breaks Ground in Vidor, Marking a Major Step for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Garlyn Place celebrated a momentous occasion on February 28, 2025, with a groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Vidor Chamber of Commerce. This marked the beginning of a transformative project dedicated to empowering adults with developmental disabilities. Community members, local leaders, and supporters gathered to witness this significant milestone and show their commitment to fostering inclusivity… Keep Reading
Orange County Disaster Rebuild Will OperateMulti-Agency Resource Center (MARC)
January 31, 2023
Orange County Disaster Rebuild will operate a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for those that have suffered major residential damage from the January 24, 2023 tornado. Access to this event is limited to Orange County Residents only. Attendees will need to self-report through this link: https://damage.tdem.texas.gov/ prior to registration for the MARC. Damage reports are NOT
Orange County Outlines Debris Removal Guidelines
January 30, 2023
Orange County Emergency Management and Orange County Road and Bridge are coordinating debris pickup for those areas in Orange County impacted by the tornado activity. This debris pickup will only be in the affected areas of the county. Vegetative/green waste piles (tree limbs, branches, and cutting) will picked up. There will not be a pickup
Orange County Disaster Rebuild Offering Storm Reporting Assistance
January 30, 2023
With damage assessments ongoing, impacted families are encouraged to report damages sustained to homes and businesses during this last week’s tornado event using the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) damage survey. The iSTAT damage survey can be filled out online at damage.tdem.texas.gov. If you are having trouble entering your information, Orange County Disaster
Lutcher Theater Presents The Simon & Garfunkel Story
January 30, 2023
The Lutcher Theater presents the internationally-acclaimed hit theater show, The Simon & Garfunkel Story, on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, telling the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible
Keep Orange County Beautiful Elects New Leader
January 30, 2023
Keep Orange County Beautiful elected a new leader at its January 2023 meeting of the Board of Directors. Meritta Kennedy was chosen to be the new chairman of the board. Kennedy also serves as Mayor Pro Tem on the West Orange City Council and holds other community positions. Other officers chosen were Sandra Cash as
100 Homes Suffered Damage in Tuesday’s Tornadoes
January 26, 2023
Orange County Emergency Management Coordinator Joel Ardoin confirms about 100 homes in Orange County were impacted and/or damaged. He notes that it will take days to get a full picture of the destruction, adding, “From impacted to destroyed homes, there are different levels of that, but there are about a 100 homes, but we’re going to
Red Cross Shelter Opens in Bridge City
January 26, 2023
The American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region opened an emergency shelter Wednesday to assist those impacted by the severe weather that hit Southeast Texas. The shelter opened Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Bridge Point Fellowship Overflow in Bridge City at 9 p.m. Red Cross workers are prepared to provide warm meals, a safe place
Three Tornadoes Hit Southeast Texas This Week
January 26, 2023
According to National Weather Service Lake Charles, the tornado that hit Orange County was one of three that went through Southeast Texas on Tuesday. Meteorologist Chanelle Stigger noted that all the tornadoes were from a line of thunderstorms that moved through. She added, “However, it wasn’t, more than likely, the same one that picked up and
Candidate Packets Available for City of Vidor Elections
January 24, 2023
Candidate Packets are now available for the May 6, 2023, City of Vidor General Election. Packets contain an Application for a Place on the Ballot, Texas Ethics Commission’s Form CTA – Appointment of a Campaign Treasurer by a Candidate, as well as other candidate forms and instructions. Note: The Application for a Place on the
Mauriceville Heritage Association Announces 2023 Crawfish Bash
January 24, 2023
The Mauriceville Heritage Association has announced the 2023 Crawfish Bash will be held Cinco de Mayo weekend, May 5-6. 2023 at 7441 Cohenour Rd. in Orange. Hours are Friday, May 5, 2023, from 5 pm – 10 pm and Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 10 AM – 10- pm. There is no entry fee, but