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 31, 2020
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CARES Act and SBA Provide Assistance for Small Business
Small Business Owners are eligible to apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) due to COVID-19 through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Business owners should make every attempt to apply online here. Businesses may be eligible to receive up to $2 million with no payments for 12 months at a 3.75% interest rate for small… Keep Reading
March 31, 2020
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City of Orange Mayor Mandates Fines for Social Distancing Violators
The City of Orange Mayor has issued the First Amended Emergency Order effective Monday, March 30, 2020, at 11:59 P.M. In the mandate, City of Orange Mayor Larry Spears Jr. authorized the Orange Police Department to enforce the mandates for social distancing, Violators will face a fine of up to $1,000 with 180 days in… Keep Reading
March 30, 2020
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Governor Abbott Extends Quarantine to 10 States, Including Louisiana
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has expanded previous travel-related executive orders to include more states and cities within the United States. On March 26, Gov. Greg Abbott had instituted a mandatory self-quarantine period for people visiting from several areas hard hit by the coronavirus in the United States. Under the original executive orders, airline travelers from… Keep Reading
March 27, 2020
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School Districts Set Tentative Return Dates
Tentative return to school dates have been set by local school districts. Please know that these dates are subject to change at any time. Dates for returning are tentatively scheduled as follows: WO-C: Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 14. LC-M: Classes will resume after the spring break, scheduled April 10-April 17. Orangefield: Classes will… Keep Reading
Texas A&M Agrilife Holding Private Pesticide Application Training
September 21, 2022
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office is holding a Private Pesticide Applicator Training on November 7, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Check-in is at 8:30 AM. The three-hour training will give participants the needed information to take the private applicator license test, which will be administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture in
Orangetober Festival to Feature Big Pumpkin Run
September 21, 2022
3 Bros Running Co’s mission is to bring big city races to cities across Texas. With their next race, The Big Pumpkin Run, they are working in collaboration with the Orangetober Festival to bring a high-quality race to Orange. The race takes runners through Historic Downtown Orange on Saturday, October 8, 2022, and finishes at
LCM Education Foundation Distributes $50,000 in Grants
September 20, 2022
For 20 years, the LCM Education Foundation has raised funds aimed at enhancing the educational experience of students at LCMCISD. Established in 2002 by patrons of LCM, the Foundation hosts community-wide events such as the Beary Merry Christmas Market–which will be held in NOVEMBER this year–and the Legacy 5K Color Run. This year’s Grants to
Entergy Offers Assistance With High Electric Bills
September 20, 2022
Entergy Texas has released the following statement to help consumers with high electric bills: At Entergy Texas, our business is centered around our customers, which is why we are stepping up to provide relief for Texans experiencing high bills as a result of recent challenges. Record-breaking temperatures led to historic energy usage across the state
City of Vidor and Vidor Chamber Release New Promo Video
September 19, 2022
The City of Vidor and the Vidor Chamber of Commerce have released a new promotional video touting all the reasons to live, shop and love Vidor, TX. Click on image below to watch in Facebook.
Trash Rates in West Orange to Increase October 1
September 19, 2022
Effective October 1, 2022, the rates for trash collection in the City of West Orange will increase for residential and commercial customers. These rates were unanimously approved by the City Council at its Monday, September 12, 2022 meeting. In 2021, the City’s contractor raised the rates paid for these services. At that time, the City
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region Hosting Stetsons and Stilettos Gala
September 15, 2022
The Stetsons and Stilettos Gala benefitting CASA of the Sabine Neches Region is being held Saturday, November 5, 2022, honoring Texas Speaker Dade Phelan. The event will be held at the Orange County Expo Center, located at 11475 FM1442 in Orange. The VIP hour begins at 6:00 pm and dinner starts at 7:00 pm Exclusive
Take 5 Oil Change Approved for Infrastructure Grant
September 14, 2022
The Orange City Council approved an EDC Infrastructure Grant Agreement with Take 5 Oil Change for the expenditure of funds for eligible infrastructure improvements at 3122 N. 16th Street in an amount not to exceed $200,000 for the purpose of economic development. Take 5 Oil Change has proposed an estimated capital investment of $2,000,000 at
Volunteers Sought for Disaster Training
September 14, 2022
The Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) will be providing FREE training for the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) survey and the Damage Assessment Tool on Thursday, September 15, 2022, from 10 am to 12 pm at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442; Orange, Texas 77630. This
Shangri La’s 12th Annual Scarecrow Festival to Begin October 11
September 13, 2022
Shangri La Garden’s 12th Annual Scarecrow Festival is back and more festive than ever! This year’s festival takes place from October 11 through November 5, 2022, from 9 AM – 5 PM and features dozens of unique scarecrow designs, fall flowering displays, thousands of pumpkins, and autumn decorations displayed throughout Shangri La Gardens. Created by