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
November 19, 2020
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Shangri La Botanical Gardens Has Reopened to Public
The staff at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invite local residents to explore the beauty of the gardens, enjoy wildlife and the outdoors, and experience the wonderful seasonal changes in Southeast Texas late in the year. The center is open Tuesdays – Fridays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and admission is free… Keep Reading
November 18, 2020
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Tacos “La Shula” Moving to Former Pizza Hut Location
Tacos “La Shula” has found a new home at the former Pizza Hut location at 1720 Lutcher Dr. in Orange. Formerly located on West Park Ave., the restaurant closed as a result of roof damages incurred in Hurricane Laura. Renovation updates and construction are being completed on the building currently. A reopening date has not… Keep Reading
November 18, 2020
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Lamar State College Orange Growing
Great things are happening at Lamar State College Orange! Today the college took a step toward growth with the first phase of new construction on campus. Campus president, Dr. Thomas Johnson, sat in the driver’s seat of the excavator bulldozer and began the demolition on a portion of the former Capital One Bank building in… Keep Reading
November 17, 2020
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Santa is Coming to Orange Train Depot
Santa is coming to the Orange Train Depot, 1210 Green Avenue in Orange on Sunday, Dec. 6 from 4-6 PM. Visitors will see Santa and his masked elves and Orange Community Players singing Christmas Carols. Candy will be given and as well as special prizes if visitors wear a Santa hat! Children can also bring… 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