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 7, 2023
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Orange Lions Club Offers Adoption of Carousel Horses by Families
Want to be a part of Orange Lion’s Club Carnival history? Your family can! The Orange Lions Club is offering families/individuals (no business sponsorships available on this project) the opportunity to “adopt” horses on their carousel. Your adoption fee will cover the repainting of a horse. You can select the base color, as approved by… Keep Reading
June 7, 2023
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Men’s Healthcare Screenings Offered Free in Orange on June 10
The Julie Rogers Gift of Life Program is hosting free Men’s Healthcare Screenings this Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the Orange Baptist Campus Hospital Lobby located at 608 Strickland Drive. The Gift of Life Program, in collaboration with its medical partners, provides the opportunity for eligible men in Orange to receive free healthcare and medical services,… Keep Reading
June 6, 2023
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Young Tapped for Golden Triangle Polymers Local First Program
Kristie Young, a 25-year professional with experience in economic development, has been hired to manage the supplier and vendor portion of the Local First program created to support local sourcing for the Golden Triangle Polymers Company, a joint venture between Chevron Phillips Chemical and QatarEnergy. Golden Triangle Polymers Company donated $200,000 to Orange County in… Keep Reading
June 6, 2023
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Former WOS Baseball Player, Grant Anderson, Called to Play for Texas Rangers
The City of Orange congratulates former West Orange-Stark baseball sensation Grant Anderson after getting called up to the major leagues with the Texas Rangers! In his debut game on Tuesday, May 31, 2023, Anderson stepped on the mound in the 5th inning and struck out the first four consecutive batters he faced, making him only… Keep Reading
MLK Day March Planned
January 12, 2023
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People -Orange TX Branch will be hosting a Martin Luther King, Jr. March on January 16, 2023. The NAACP invites the Orange community and County to participate and be a part of this traditional and historic event. The MLK March will begin at Mount Sinai Baptist Church,
City of Orange Hires Gravett as Assistant Economic Development Director
January 12, 2023
The City of Orange has hired Hillary Gravett as the newly appointed Assistant Economic Development Director. Gravett first came to the City of Orange in April of 2016 as the city’s Social Media Coordinator. In that time, Gravett has assisted in event planning with the Convention & Visitors Bureau and has worked closely with each
Mardi Gras Festival Date Announced
January 11, 2023
The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau is hosting a kick-off to Mardi Gras with a concert featuring Keith Frank. The fun starts at 7 p.m. on Feb. 10 at Riverside Pavilion, located at 709 Simmons Drive. The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, in partnership with the Greater Orange Area Chamber of
Orange Chamber Holds Ribbon-Cutting for WOCCISD’s New Transportation Center
January 11, 2023
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for West Orange-Cove CISD’s new transportation center on Monday, January 9, 2023. WOCCISD School Board President Linda Platt-Bryant stated, “We are excited to announce the grand opening of our school district’s new bus barn! Here in West Orange-Cove, we (the Board) continue identifying the
Mardi Gras on the Sabine Parade Date Set for February 11
January 10, 2023
The Mardi Gras on the Sabine Krew of Krews Parade has been set for Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 6:30 PM. Line-up begins at the City of Orange Boat Ramp. Entries for floats, motorcycles, gas-power golf carts, and cars are being accepted at the Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce office. Entries are due by January
Orange Public Library Offering New Adulting Program Series
January 10, 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 5:30-6;30 PM at the Orange Public Library, located at 220 5th St. in Orange. Adulting 101 will kick off on January 24, 2023, with Neches Federal
Stark Museum of Art Announces Family Day
January 9, 2023
Artists young and young-at-heart are invited to join the Stark Museum of Art at Family Day on Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of activities designed to keep the whole family happy. From hands-on art-making to scavenger hunts and special activities from Orange County nonprofits, this Family
Lutcher Theater Bringing Science to Life For Local Students
January 9, 2023
Grab your lab coats and safety goggles because science is about to explode on the Lutcher Theater stage! Come on an educational tour of the scientific method as Doktor Kaboom! Look Out! Science is Coming! brings the topic to life at the Lutcher Theater on January 19, 2023, with two shows at 9:30 and 11:30
Vidor Elections Dates Announced
January 5, 2023
Misty Songe, Mayor of Vidor, has announced the election dates for local elections. Filing opens on January 18, 2023, and closes on February 17, 2023. Positions up for election include: Ward 1 Ward 4 Ward 6 Mayor’s seat Please see the map below of the new ward boundaries for the city.
City of West Orange Meets 2022 City Goals
January 5, 2023
The City of West Orange is pleased to announce that they have met its 2022 goals. The goals listed below are highlights and are not limited to only what is listed. Details with times and dates will be posted at a later time. The goals met include the following: City Council meetings will go live.