September 25, 2025
/
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
September 27, 2021
/
Stark Museum of Art Offers What Home Means Program
Take a lunch break at home or in the office and join the Stark Museum of Art as Sarah E. Boehme, Curator, guides participants on this virtual tour through the thematic sections of our newest special exhibition “The West as Home.” Participants will have the opportunity to look closely at one work of art from… Keep Reading
September 23, 2021
/
Free Food Handler Certification Training Available to Texas Residents
There’s something incredibly rewarding to having a career where your task is to make sure someone has a great meal. Restaurants are where that happens. That’s where memories are made and celebrations of life regularly happen. It’s hard work – it involves critical thinking and swift reaction time – but most shifts fly by and… Keep Reading
September 23, 2021
/
WOCCISD Offering Free Student Meals for Remainder of School Year
West Orange-Cove CISD announced its policy today that this school year, healthy meals will be offered every school day to all students at no cost. Typically, a student’s household must meet income eligibility requirements to qualify for free or reduced-price meals. However, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued guidance that allows schools to… Keep Reading
September 22, 2021
/
Texas Workforce Commission Providing Childcare Assistance for Southeast Texas Service Industry Workers
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has provided funds to assist parents and legal guardians working in the service industry with the costs associated with childcare. The funding is specifically aimed at helping individuals get back to work, reduce the worker shortage in the service industry and provide quality care for children in Southeast Texas. The… 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.