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Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Winners at 2019 Banquet

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

TxDOT Releases 2025 Hurricane Evacuation Routes

June 2, 2025

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TxDOT Releases 2025 Hurricane Evacuation Routes

With the 2025 hurricane season officially underway, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has released updated hurricane evacuation routes for the Beaumont District and surrounding areas. As the season runs through November 30, officials are urging Southeast Texas residents to review their evacuation plans now and be ready before a storm threatens the region. These… Keep Reading

Discover Quality and Service at Harry’s Appliance & Service

June 2, 2025

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Discover Quality and Service at Harry’s Appliance & Service

Located in the heart of Orange, Texas, Harry’s Appliance & Service, Inc. has been a trusted provider of home appliances and exceptional customer service for many years. The store was established to offer the community top-quality appliances from leading American-made brands, coupled with personalized service to ensure customer satisfaction. Product and Service Highlights: Harry’s Appliance &… Keep Reading

Smith Lake Reopens in Vidor After Six-Year Hiatus

June 2, 2025

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Smith Lake Reopens in Vidor After Six-Year Hiatus

After a six-year closure, one of Vidor’s most beloved summer destinations is officially back! Smith Lake Water Park will reopen on Saturday, May 24 at 10:00 a.m., welcoming families, friends, and fun-seekers with its classic charm, exciting activities, and newly refreshed amenities. Closed since 2019 due to low water levels, Smith Lake has been revitalized… Keep Reading

Discover the Art of Growing Bananas at Shangri La Gardens

May 28, 2025

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Discover the Art of Growing Bananas at Shangri La Gardens

Add a tropical twist to your garden this summer! Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites the public to a free garden lecture on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., located at 2111 West Park Avenue, Orange, TX. This engaging, lecture-style program will guide participants through the basics of planting and caring for… Keep Reading

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Diabetes Class Begins in September

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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