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
October 3, 2019
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Orange County Drainage District Sets Imelda Drainage Meeting
A meeting will be held on Monday, October 21, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. at the Orangefield Junior High School Cafeteria located at 10058 FM 105 in Orangefield for members of the south and central portions of Orange County. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss drainage and Tropical Storm Imelda. Members of the… Keep Reading
October 3, 2019
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Whitney Helton of At My Whit’s End Organizing Helps You Declutter
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October 1, 2019
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Building Permits Offered Free of Charge for Rebuilding After Imelda
Building or RECONSTRUCTION PERMITS are REQUIRED for all residents in the unincorporated areas of Orange County. Permits should be obtained before construction begins. Permits for rebuilding will be issued by the Environmental Health & Code Compliance Department located at the Orange County Expo Center at 11475 HWY 1442, from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and… Keep Reading
October 1, 2019
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Chevron-Phillips Makes $100,000 Donation to United Way
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP (Chevron Phillips Chemical) is pledging $100,000 to the United Way offices in the southeast Texas region to provide assistance for those residents recently impacted by the floods associated with Tropical Storm Imelda. This assistance is in addition to the company’s normal philanthropic donations and will be targeted specifically for flood… 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