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
May 14, 2024
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Orange Chamber of Commerce Holds Grand Opening for Barry’s Greek Grill
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting on May 7. 2024, for Barry’s Greek Grill, located at 1720 W. IH-10 Frontage Road in Orange, at the former location of Tacos La Shula. Owner Barry Nikshiqi, who also owns Greek Gyros II in Port Arthur. His family is also in the restaurant industry,… Keep Reading
May 13, 2024
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2024 Stark Reading Contest County Finalists Announced
Each year from 1904 to 1975, the Stark Family – beginning with Miriam Lutcher Stark and continuing with her son, Lutcher, and his wife, Nelda – sponsored a contest in reading and a contest in declamation in the public high schools in the City of Orange, Texas. In 1976, the Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in… Keep Reading
May 13, 2024
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Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Playing at the ORC
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting on May 7, 2024, for Playing at the ORC, located at 1004 North Main in Vidor. Playing at the ORC is a Ninja Warrior/parkour style playground with activities for adventurous and daring kids 1-12 years old. They also offer space to hold parties. Business hours are as… Keep Reading
May 9, 2024
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WOCCISD $72M Bond Approved During May Elections
West Orange-Cove CISD voters approved the $72M bond proposition on the May ballot. “The Board of Trustees and I are humbled by the trust placed in us by the voters of West Orange-Cove CISD,” stated Dr. Rickie Harris, Superintendent of West Orange-Cove CISD. “Your endorsement not only validates our efforts but also your dedication to… Keep Reading
Mike’s Diner Drive-Thru Re-Opens for Business
November 2, 2022
Mike’s Diner Drive-Thru, located at 5720 N. 16th St., re-opened for business on November 1, 2022. They offer burgers, chicken sandwiches, a variety of appetizers, shakes, malts, and floats made with BlueBell ice cream. Their full menu and more info can be found on their Facebook page.
Lutcher Theater Presents Peter Rabbit Tales as Part of Incredible Kids Events Series
November 2, 2022
The Lutcher Theater will present Peter Rabbit Tales as part of the Lutcher Incredible Kids Events on Friday, November 11, 2022. Area students will have two options to experience the educational performance at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Enchantment Theatre Company, in collaboration with the Estate of Beatrix Potter and Penguin Books UK, brings the captivating
Former Wells Fargo Bank to Become Granger Supercenter
November 1, 2022
The Team Granger Supercenter will soon be opening at the former location of Wells Fargo Bank at the corner of 16th Street and Green Avenue. The Supercenter has plans to feature preowned vehicles and RVs. The Team Granger Supercenter is expected to open in November 2022.
Holiday in the Park Scheduled for November 5
October 31, 2022
Note: Car Show portion has been canceled. Holiday in the Park in West Orange is scheduled for Saturday, November 5, 2022, from 9 AM – 5 PM at the West Orange City Hall, 2700 Western Ave. This event has something for everyone, from holiday gifts, decorations, crafts, local live entertainment, great food, and fine classic
Taste of the Holidays Announces Restaurant Lineup
October 30, 2022
Orange County Disaster rebuild is proud to announce that they have 26 establishments that will be participating in our 2022 Taste of the Holidays. It will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center from 5 pm to 8 pm. Participants will be able to taste delicious samplings from
D.R. Horton Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for New Mallard Lakes Subdivision
October 27, 2022
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Mallard Lakes to feature homes built by D.R. Horton at 3050 W. Allie Payne Road. Families who are looking to purchase a new build in the Orange market can tour the Kingston Plan at Mallard Lakes during the following business hours: Monday: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM Tuesday –
New Casino Opening in Lake Charles in December
October 27, 2022
Since closing for more than two years due to the pandemic and damage from Hurricane Laura, the former Isle of Capri Lake Charles will officially come ashore in a brand-new, land-based build-out as Horseshoe Lake Charles on December 12, 2022. The all-new 60,000-square-foot property will bring the legendary Horseshoe brand to southwest Louisiana, showcasing the
Do Well Be Well with Diabetes Classes Offered in November
October 26, 2022
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will be holding free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join us in learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on November 8, 10, 14, 17, and
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Offered to Families in Orange County
October 26, 2022
Legacy Community Development Group is offering tenant-based rental assistance through November 4, 2022, for residents of Hardin, Orange, and Jefferson counties in Texas (not including the city limits of Beaumont and Port Arthur). Assistance is available to very low-income and low-income families that wish to reside in Hardin, Orange, and Jefferson counties, excluding the city
Speaker of The Texas House Dade Phelan Appoints LSCO Provost Dr. Wendy Elmore to Statewide Industry-Based Certification Advisory Council
October 25, 2022
Speaker of the Texas House, Dade Phelan has appointed Lamar State College Orange Provost and Executive Vice President of Dr. Wendy Elmore to the statewide Industry-Based Certification Advisory Council. The Advisory Council advises the Texas Workforce Commission regarding the alignment of public high school career and technology education programs with current and future workforce needs