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
June 22, 2023
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2023 Independence Day Festivities Planned in Orange
The City of Orange is thrilled to host the 2023 4th of July Concert and Fireworks Celebration. This event will be open to the public at 5 P.M. on Tuesday, July 4, at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive. The celebration will begin with concessions and activities at 5 P.M. followed by live… Keep Reading
June 21, 2023
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Chevron Phillips Chemical Announces New Plant Manager for Golden Triangle Polymers Company
Chad Jennings, a 26-year industry veteran, has been selected to serve as plant manager of the Golden Triangle Polymers Company facility, a subsidiary of a joint venture between Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP and a subsidiary of QatarEnergy. The Golden Triangle Polymers facility, now under construction in Orange, Texas, will be a world-scale integrated polymers… Keep Reading
June 20, 2023
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BCISD Names Dr. Tara Fountain as Assistant Superintendent
Bridge City Independent School District (BCISD) has selected Dr. Tara Fountain as Bridge City ISD’s Assistant Superintendent beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. Dr. Fountain is married to her high school sweetheart, Tip Fountain. Together they have two girls. Taylor, BCHS class of 2019, who is studying to become a Doctor of Pharmacy; and Tatum,… Keep Reading
June 20, 2023
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New Car Wash Coming to Orange
The City of Orange is happy to announce that WhiteWater Express Car Wash will be built in Orange. The car wash will be located south of 16th Street and Interstate 10 near Chick-fil-A and Starbucks. WhiteWater Express Car Wash is built on the belief of creating a better, faster, and higher quality car wash at… Keep Reading
Orange CVB Sets April 1 as Art in the Park Date
January 23, 2023
The Orange Convention and Visitor’s Bureau has set Saturday, April 1, 2023, as the date for the 21st Annual Art in the Park. Hours will be 9 AM – 3 PM in its traditional location at Stark Park. There will be kid’s activities and food trucks, in addition to many vendors selling arts and crafts.
Texas Homeowner Assistance Fund Still Has Funds Available to Help Texas Homeowners
January 23, 2023
Texas still has millions of dollars in funding available from the federal government for homeowners who may have struggled financially in the past few years. Through the Texas Homeowner Assistance Fund Program, which launched in March 2022, more than $600 million was available to help Texas families cover utility and mortgage payments. So far, nearly
Pasture and Forage Program Offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
January 19, 2023
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office is holding a Pasture & Forage Program. This will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023, from 1 pm until 4 pm, with check-in at 12:30. Three CEU’s will be offered for Pesticide License Holders. These will be as follows: Integrated Pest Management-Using the Right Weed Control Products into
Lutcher Theater Brings Grace For President to the Stage
January 19, 2023
No poll is necessary to know that Grace For President will win the majority of our hearts when the best-selling children’s book by author Kelly S. DiPucchio comes to life on the Lutcher Theater stage on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, for two performances at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. When Grace’s teacher reveals that the United
28th Annual Community Trash-Off Announced for Orange County
January 18, 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
United Way of Orange County Announces 2023 Together Thursdays Schedule
January 18, 2023
The United Way of Orange County is excited to bring Together Thursdays back to Orange County in 2023. This year’s events will kick off some FUN weekends in Orange. They will kick off Mardi Gras weekend with Together Thursdays on February 9, 2023. Thanks to their partnership with Dow, they are offering this FREE outdoor
Date Night at Stark Museum of Art is February 2
January 17, 2023
Mark your calendars for Date Night at the Museum on Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. This special event offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the museum after hours. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and sangria from Free State Cellars Winery while taking in the museum’s lobby featuring selections from our world-renowned collection
Orange EDC Awarded 2022 Deals Of The Year Business Facilities’ Silver Deal of Year for Chevron Plant
January 17, 2023
Micron Technologies’ announcement to invest $100 billion in semiconductor factory facilities in Clay, NY outside Syracuse over the next 20 years has been named Business Facilities’ Platinum 2022 Deal of the Year. The projects recognized with Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards are Intel, Chevron Phillips Chemical, and Hyundai Motor Group, respectively. This year’s awards competition
Robinson Apartments Approved for EDC Initiative
January 16, 2023
The Orange City Council approved an EDC incentive with Robinson Apartments for the expenditure of funds for eligible infrastructure improvements at 811 John Avenue in an amount not to exceed $19,000 for the purpose of economic development. Robinson Apartments has proposed an estimated capital investment of $450,000 at the project site.
Orange City Council Approved EDC Initiative for Studio 17
January 16, 2023
The Orange City Council approved an EDC incentive with Studio 17 for the expenditure of funds for eligible infrastructure improvements at 1700 W. Allie Payne Road in an amount not to exceed $150, 000 for the purpose of economic development. Studio 17 has proposed an estimated capital investment of $1,500,000 at the project site. Studio