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
August 8, 2024
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Texas Job Creators Grant: Applications Open for August-September 2024
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation has announced that the Texas Job Creators Grant is now accepting applications, offering an exciting opportunity for businesses that are actively creating jobs and contributing to Texas’ economy. The application window runs from August to September 2024. Who Can Apply: This grant is open to businesses dedicated to job… Keep Reading
August 7, 2024
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Orange County Faces Another Family Dollar Closure Amidst Retail Shifts
Orange County, already boasting a high number of dollar stores compared to neighboring Jefferson and Hardin counties, is witnessing another retail casualty. The Family Dollar store at Northway Shopping Center is set to close its doors after five years of operation. The announcement was accompanied by a storewide sale, initially offering a 30% discount on… Keep Reading
August 7, 2024
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Orange Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for H.B. Neild Construction
H.B. Neild Construction expanded its reach in Southeast Texas and beyond by welcoming the community to the grand opening of its Orange County location. The new facility sits on nearly 2 acres and includes an 8,000-square-feet main office and warehouse. There is also a 2,100-square-feet equipment bay and secondary warehouse. At capacity, the location is… Keep Reading
August 6, 2024
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Leighton McBroom Crowned National United Little Miss 2024-2025
Leighton McBroom, a 10-year-old from Vidor, Texas, has been crowned the National United Little Miss 2024-2025. Leighton earned this prestigious title on July 13th and will proudly represent the International United Miss organization throughout the coming year. McBroom came to the pageant as a representative of Texas and left with a national title, showcasing her grace,… Keep Reading
Diabetes Class Begins in September
September 1, 2022
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will be holding free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join to learn how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. There will be 2 separate class series being offered. To get the full educational benefit,
Shangri La to Host Bird Watching Wednesdays
August 31, 2022
Want to learn about the birds that call Shangri La Gardens home? Join them to see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the Gardens has to offer! Birders of all skill levels are invited to join Environmental Educator, Kathleen Nelligan and Wildlife Curator, Robert Morgan, to explore birding locations at Shangri La Gardens.
B.A.S.S. 2023 Elite Series Returns to Orange
August 31, 2022
With the 2022 Bassmaster Elite Series season barely in the history books, B.A.S.S. is already getting primed for another go-round as the 2023 Elite Series slate was announced today. The schedule includes nine regular-season events in seven states with a healthy mix of familiar fisheries from recent schedules and some that B.A.S.S. hasn’t visited in
TxDOT Conducting Public Survey for I-10 Texas Corridor Study
August 30, 2022
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is conducting a public survey for the I-10 Texas Corridor Study and seeking input from residents, businesses, agencies, commuters, and organizations about their experiences with I-10 and their ideas for improvements. The public survey will be open until Sept. 6. The I-10 corridor is one of Texas’ busiest and
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office to Offer Adult Cooking Classes
August 30, 2022
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office will be offering adult cooking classes called Cooking with Rocky on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at the AgriLife Extension Office, located at the Orange County Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. There will be a fun morning cooking a full-course meal and teaming up for a food challenge contest.
Cypress Physical Therapy to Open in Orange in October
August 29, 2022
Cypress Physical Therapy will open its first location outside of Louisiana in October 2022 in Orange, TX. This will make the fourth location for the growing physical therapy provider with future plans for expansion across the Gulf Coast. The latest location will feature the same modern, state-of-the-art look and feel Cypress patients have come to
Bridge City to Host National Night Out October 4
August 29, 2022
Bridge City will hold its National Night Out event on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, from 6-9 PM at Bridge City Park, 105 Parkside Dr. in Bridge City. This free family event will feature a variety of booths from local merchants. To sign up your business or organization for a booth, please contact 409-735-5671.
Gumbo Cookoff Added to Orangetober Festival
August 25, 2022
The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them in some fall fun as a contestant for Orangetober Gumbo Cookoff 2022. The Gumbo Cookoff is scheduled for Saturday, October 7, 2022, at the Riverside Pavilion located at 708 Simmons Drive in Orange. First, second, and third prizes will be awarded. The entry fee
Public Transportation Workshop Announced in Orange
August 25, 2022
The South East Texas Regional Planning Commission’s Transportation and Environmental Division is holding a workshop to inform and educate citizens, health and human services agencies, and non-profit organizations about existing public transportation services available in our region. The focus is to make individuals aware of the availability and efficiency of public transportation services. Thursday, September
Stark Museum of Art Announces Playdates Schedule
August 25, 2022
Join the Stark Museum of Art on the second Friday of the month from 10:00-11:00 a.m. beginning Friday, September 9, 2022, for art-inspired play and art-making designed just for children 5 and under and their grown-ups. Each month features a new story and activity to help children and grown-ups engage with a work of art