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 28, 2023
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Stark Museum Opens Registration for Newest Create Workshop
Learn how to glaze a ceramic vase at the Stark Museum of Art’s next CREATE! Workshop held on Saturday, September 23, 2024, from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. CREATE! Workshops are recommended for ages 8 and up and are designed to be multi-generational, but please note that younger children may require additional assistance from their accompanying grown-ups…. Keep Reading
August 28, 2023
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New Whataburger is Being Built on 16th St.
A new Whataburger is coming to the City of Orange. Ground has broken on the project, located at 3124 N. 16th Street near the IH-10 intersection next to Starbucks. The other two locations of Whataburger in Orange, at 2300 MacArthur Dr. and 7241 I-10, will remain open and operating. Stay tuned for more updates as… Keep Reading
August 28, 2023
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Turning Entrance in Front of Walmart Restored
After receiving feedback from the community, Golden Triangle Polymers Company has coordinated with their contractor to restripe the lanes on SH87 in front of Walmart. Southbound traffic can now flow into the center lane to turn left into the Walmart shopping center for Wendy’s, Murphy’s, Walmart, and the red light at the intersection across from… Keep Reading
August 24, 2023
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Stark Cultural Venues Hosting Volunteer Fair
Local residents are invited to the Stark Cultural Venues Volunteer Fair being held Tuesday, August 29, 2023, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Lutcher Theater, located at 707 Main Ave. in Orange. At the fair, you’ll learn about volunteer opportunities at the Stark Museum of Art, The W.H. Stark House, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature… Keep Reading
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Vidor Dental
November 22, 2022
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Vidor Dental, located at 970 North Main St. in Vidor on Thursday, November 17, 2022. Vidor Dental is a General Dentist providing quality and affordable dental care to Vidor and South East Texas. They accept Medicaid, CHIP, and all major PPO insurances and cash/FFS. Their dentist,
CASA Plans Twelve Days of Christmas Gift Drive
November 21, 2022
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region is planning a Twelve Days of Christmas Gift Drive from November 25 – December 6, 2022. Gifts and toys go directly to children served by CASA in Orange, Hardin, Jasper, Newton, Tyler, and Sabine counties. Local drop-off locations include Granger Chevrolet in Orange and the Orange Public Library. Gifts
Nederland Native to Perform at the Lutcher Theater
November 21, 2022
Nederland native Tim Foust is returning “home” with his fellow all-vocal Country entertainers Home Free! Home Free is making their way to the Lutcher Theater for their Road Sweet Road Tour on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale to the public on November 21 at 8:30 a.m. The all-vocal Country
Pizza Hut Has Opened in West Orange and Offering Free Pizza For a Year
November 17, 2022
Flynn Restaurant Group to give first 25 guests free pizza for one year on Friday, December 2 Flynn Restaurant Group LLC (FRG), Pizza Hut’s largest franchisee, is excited to announce the grand opening of its new restaurant located at 3109 Edgar Brown Drive in West Orange. The new location is projected to add 15 new
Public Utilities Commission Approves Proposal to Build Orange County Advanced Power Station
November 17, 2022
The Public Utility Commission of Texas approved the proposal to build the Orange County Advanced Power Station, which is a 1,215-megawatt, dual-fuel combined cycle power facility. The plant will be located near Bridge City, Texas, and will be capable of powering more than 230,000 homes and use a combination of natural gas and hydrogen. Hydrogen
Chevron Phillips Building New Integrated Polymers Facility in Orange
November 16, 2022
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC and QatarEnergy announced today that they are proceeding with the construction of an $8.5 billion integrated polymers facility in Orange, Texas, expected to create more than 500 full-time jobs and approximately 4,500 construction jobs and generate an estimated $50 billion for the community in residual economic impacts. The companies have
Stars of Gate City #57 Sponsoring Two Holiday Events
November 16, 2022
Stars of Gate City #57 and Gate City Guild #42 are sponsoring a Thanksgiving Food Giveaway on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 10 AM at Lion’s Gate Park in Orange. No ID is required. They have enough food for 300 families. Stars of Gate City #57 is seeking donations to help make Christmas a little
Salvation Army Hosting Thanksgiving Food Box Giveaway
November 15, 2022
The Salvation Army of Orange County, in conjunction with the Southeast Texas Food Bank, will host a Thanksgiving Food Giveaway on Saturday, November 19, 2022, from 9 AM until the food is gone at the Salvation Army office, 1950 MLK Dr. in Orange. No application is required, but it is limited to Orange County Residents
City of Orange Hires New Public Works Director
November 15, 2022
The City of Orange would like to introduce Adam Jack, PE, the newly appointed Director of Public Works. Adam comes to the City of Orange with 35 years of experience in public works and transportation. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from West Virginia University Institute of Technology.
Mauriceville to Host Tree Lighting and Christmas Market
November 14, 2022
The Mauriceville Heritage Association announces it will be holding a Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas Market on Thursday, December 1, 2022, from 5-9 PM at the Mauriceville Heritage Association/Community Center grounds. The event will feature live music, pictures with Santa, a live nativity scene, LCCA Choir, LCM Honey Bears, and more. For more info, visit