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
August 9, 2022
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Stark Museum of Art Hosts Family Day August 27
Create and play at the Stark Museum of Art’s Family Day on Saturday, August 27, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of activities designed to keep the whole family happy. From working collaboratively on a mural to scavenger hunts and art projects, this Family Day will have something for everyone!… Keep Reading
August 9, 2022
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OCEDC Releases Series of New Videos About Orange County
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation has created a new series of videos highlighting all that Orange County has to offer. You can view one of them below:
August 8, 2022
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Holiday in the Park Applications Available
Are you a crafty and creative person? Do you like to cook good food for lots of people? Do you have a “fine ride” that you would like to show off to the community? If you answered “yes” to any of these, then this year’s Holiday in the Park is the place for you! The… Keep Reading
August 8, 2022
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Orange City Donut Opening Soon
A new donut shop will soon be opening in Orange. Orange City Donut will be located at 3640 MLK Dr. in Orange The opening date has not yet been announced but it is expected to open soon.
Haute Paws Escape Mobile Dog Grooming Opens for Business
January 4, 2023
Haute Paws Escape, a mobile dog grooming service, has officially opened for business. They are currently booking clients in Bridge City. They provide a quiet, comforting environment for your pup to relax while being groomed. Our mobile shop means less stress for them and is much easier on you, as they travel to you. Haute
Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant Seeking Applicants
January 3, 2023
Registration for the 2023 Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant is now open. The pageant will be held on April 1, 2023, at LCM High School. A total of $5000 in scholarships will be given away. Ages 0-8 are open to any participants. Ages 9-18 are limited to Orange County residents only. In 1981, the Mauriceville
New Honey Mead Company Open for Tasting Appointments
January 2, 2023
Hammered Honey Farms and Mead is now officially open and taking appointments for tastings. They are located at 2801 Linscomb Road in Orange. “Officially” founded in March of 2019 by Kevin and Jenni Bryant, Hammered Honey Farms and Mead is a small veteran owned, family-run meadery specializing in quality honey wines. It is born from
Vidor ISD Holds Community Opening for New School Building
January 2, 2023
Vidor ISD would like to invite residents to the Community Opening for the new Oak Forest Elementary Campus. It will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 5-6:30 PM at the Oak Forest Elementary Campus at 2400 Highway 12 in Vidor. In 2017, Tropical Storm Harvey destroyed Vidor Middle School and Oak Forest Elementary.
Disposing of Christmas Trees
December 27, 2022
The Texas A&M Forest Service has offered the following tips for the disposal of real Christmas trees: Many enjoy having a real Christmas tree for the holidays. And when the holidays are over, there are several eco-friendly ways to dispose of or recycle a Christmas tree. Living Christmas trees benefit the environment by sequestering carbon,
Warming Station Offered in Orange
December 22, 2022
Due to the forecasted cold weather, Orange County has partnered with the Salvation Army in Orange to provide a warming station starting at 3 pm Thursday, December 22, 2022, until noon Saturday, December 24, 2022, at the Salvation Army Building, 1950 MLK Drive, Orange Texas 77630. A warming station is a short-term emergency shelter that
Southeast Texas Coaches Association Names Coaches of the Year
December 21, 2022
The Southeast Texas Coaches Association has named its coaches of the year. The list is noted below. The 2022 Coach of the Year awards will be presented during the CHRISTUS and Beaumont Bone and Joint Hall of Honor Banquet that will be held on January 28, 2023,at noon in the Grand Ballroom of the MCM
Stark Museum of Art to Host Afterschool Art Program in January
December 21, 2022
The Stark Museum of Art will give students the opportunity to sharpen their drawing skills in January. During this four-week class, Fundamentals of Prismacolor Colored Pencils, students in 5th-8th grade will learn how to layer color using Prismacolor Colored Pencils. Students will learn how to properly hold a pencil, how to draw and shade, and
Lamar State College Orange Announces Significant Enrollment Growth
December 20, 2022
Lamar State College-Orange (LSCO) announced today that its Fall enrollment of 2,629 students is the highest since 2012. This represents an 11.7% increase in enrollment from last Fall. Enrollment at LSCO has grown by creating new academic and vocational programs as well as expanding to 8-Week Terms. Additionally, more dual credit students in area high
Cities Report Holiday Closures
December 20, 2022
For the city of Orange: In observance of the Christmas holiday, the City of Orange will be closed Friday, December 23, and Monday, December 26. As always, the City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be on duty to keep the community safe. City of Orange offices will reopen for business Tuesday, December 27.