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
March 21, 2023
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Governor Abbott Announces SBA Assistance For Southeast Texas Tornadoes
Governor Greg Abbott announced on March 17, 2023, that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved a request from the State of Texas for a disaster declaration in communities affected by tornadoes in Southeast Texas on January 24. Counties included in the declaration are Harris, Orange, and their contiguous counties: Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston,… Keep Reading
March 20, 2023
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Annual Lions Club Carnival Opens March 22
The Orange Lions Club Charity Carnival is back for a new season! Opening weekend is March 22-25, as well as March 29-April 1, 2023. Here are the open hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays: 6:30 pm-10:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays: 6:30 pm-11:00 pm March 25th is Family Day, and the carnival opens at 4:00 pm Adult entry… Keep Reading
March 20, 2023
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Anastasia to Premiere at Lutcher Theater For Two Nights
Journey to the past with the new Broadway musical Anastasia at the Lutcher Theater on Thursday, March 30, 2023, and Friday, March 31, 2023. Both performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Inspired by the beloved films, this dazzling show will transport you from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the… Keep Reading
March 16, 2023
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Student Scholarship Recipients Announced in 119th Annual Stark Reading Contest
During the past five weeks, Local Final Competitions of the 119th Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation, a program sponsored by the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation, have been held at each Orange County public high school: Bridge City, Little Cypress-Mauriceville, Orangefield, Vidor and West Orange-Stark. Between preliminary and Local Final… Keep Reading
Cypress Physical Therapy Hosts Grand Opening Ribbon-Cutting
October 25, 2022
Cypress Physical Therapy hosted its Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting on October 21, 2022. Cypress Physical Therapy is owned by Phillip Richard, Christopher Cancienne, Dustin Roussel, and Buddy Boe and is located at 3713 N. 16th Street in Orange. This will make the fourth location for the growing physical therapy provider with future plans for expansion
The Orange Recreation Center Opens for Business
October 24, 2022
The Orange Recreation Center held its grand opening on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. The Recreation Center is located at 1405 W. Orange, Ave. in Orange. Members of the Recreation Center will be able to enjoy basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, and hours of free play during their visit. Additional activities are expected to be added at a
Vidor Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Elsa’s Italian Grill
October 24, 2022
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Elsa’s Italian Grill, located at 18635 IH-10 in Vidor. Their hours of operation are: Sunday 11 AM-9 PM Monday Closed Tuesday 11 AM-9 PM Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM Thursday 11 AM-9 PM Friday 11 AM-9 PM Saturday 11 AM-9 PM Elsa’s offers a variety of Italian
Blue Man Group to Make a Splash at Lutcher Theater
October 20, 2022
More than 50 million people around the world have experienced the smash-hit phenomenon that is Blue Man Group, and now it’s your turn! Blue Man Group returns to the Lutcher Theater for one night only on October 30, 2022, at 7 p.m. as part of their new North American tour. A limited amount of tickets
Plant Propogation Workshop Available at Shangri La
October 19, 2022
Shangri La Gardens will be offering a Plant Propagation 101 workshop on October 22, 2022, from 10 AM-noon. The registration fee is $25. This workshop is suitable for plant people of all skill levels. Their hands-on class will give students the practice and experience needed to confidently execute several propagation methods such as: seed sowing,
Orange CVB Hosting New Holiday Event
October 19, 2022
The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau is thrilled to bring the Gumdrop Shop to downtown Orange. The Gumdrop Shop will be held at Stark Park on Saturday, December 3, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Visitors will spend the day strolling throughout Stark Park and finding unique items provided by more than 100 artists and
Drywater to Play at Together Thursdays on October 20
October 18, 2022
Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 20, 2022, at 6:30 pm for Together Thursdays sponsored by the United Way of Orange County and Dow. The event takes place at the Orange Riverside Pavilion. Drywater returns on October 20. Founded in 2004, The Drywater Band is a subsidiary of Avondale Entertainment, which is co-owned and managed
Former Cove School To Be Transformed to Park and Walking Trail
October 18, 2022
According to 12News, the former Cove School may be transformed into a park and walking trail. The planning director for the City of Orange is taking steps to turn this vision into a reality and recently presented his ideas to the Orange City Council. The four-acre plot, located at the corner of Dupont Drive and
Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Children’s Church of Cowboy Church of Orange County
October 17, 2022
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the Children’s Church of Cowboy Church of Orange County, located at 673 FM 1078 in Orange. Pastor Harland Strother, the church family, and chamber ambassadors joined to cut the ribbon on the remodeled children’s church. The Children’s Church offers monthly play days, Sunday
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region Swears in Five New Volunteers
October 17, 2022
During the month of September, five new volunteer CASAs were sworn in by CASA of the Sabine Neches Region. The Honorable Judge Mandy White-Rogers officially swore in three new CASA volunteers and the Honorable Judge John C. Lockwood swore in two. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing volunteers will work with CASA