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
February 24, 2022
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City of Orange CDBG Program Receives Certificate of Distinction
The City of Orange CDBG program was presented a Certificate of Distinction from the National Community Development Association for the utilization of CARES Act funding. The City of Orange CDBG program granted funds to the Orange Community Action Association for the installation of an air purification system for their building, shields for all transportation buses,… Keep Reading
February 23, 2022
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City of Orange General Election Candidates Announced
The following candidates have applied for a place on the ballot for the May 7, 2022, City of Orange General Election: Council Member Place 2 (Single-Member District 2): Brad Childs Council Member Place 4 (Single-Member District 4): Mary McKenna Richard G. Pillsbury Dwain Boullard Council Member Place 5 (At-Large): Caroline Mazzola Hennigan Charles Thomas Early… Keep Reading
February 23, 2022
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Bullfish Offers Children Opportunity to Display Artwork
The newly-opened Bullfish restaurant, located at the former Burgertown building at 6223 W Round Bunch Rd. in Orangefield, is offering school-aged children 5-18 years of age the opportunity to display artwork at their restaurant. If your child loves art and would like to have their artwork displayed at Bullfish, children are asked to paint or… Keep Reading
February 22, 2022
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OFD Deputy Fire Chief Lee Anne Brown Announces Retirement After 30 Years of Service
After 30 years of working for the City of Orange, Deputy Fire Chief Lee Anne Brown has announced her retirement effective March 11, 2022. Chief Brown began her journey with the City of Orange Fire Department on November 11, 1991, and has held the ranks of Firefighter, Captain, Battalion Chief, and Deputy Chief in the… 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