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
June 24, 2025
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Happy Donuts Celebrates Grand Opening at New Bridge City Location
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 17, 2025, to celebrate the grand opening of Happy Donuts at their new location: 845 W. Roundbunch Road, Bridge City, TX. Formerly located at 985 W. Round Bunch Rd B, Happy Donuts has moved just down the road to continue serving the… Keep Reading
June 23, 2025
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LSCO Begins Demolition of Historic Building
The campus of Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is once again evolving—this time through subtraction rather than addition. Demolition began last week on the building located at the corner of 4th and Front Street, a structure that has played a significant role in the college’s history under various names, including the Academic and Student Center…. Keep Reading
June 23, 2025
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Bridge City Public Library to Host First-Ever Scholastic Book Fair June 23–28
The Bridge City Public Library is excited to announce its first-ever Scholastic Book Fair, taking place June 23–28, 2025, at the library located at 101 Parkside Drive. This family-friendly event will feature a wide selection of books for all ages—from toddlers to teens to adults—making it the perfect opportunity to stock up on summer reads… Keep Reading
June 23, 2025
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Metal Depot, Inc.: Building Southeast Texas with Strength and Style
Established in March 1993 in Orange, Texas, Metal Depot, Inc. has become a cornerstone in the metal building materials industry. Founded by Gerald and Ron Decker, along with long-time employees Pete Croak and Mike Fuselier, the company originated from the Decker family’s lumberyard, which had been operational since 1960. Recognizing a gap in the local… Keep Reading
Flood Watch in Effect on August 24
August 24, 2022
According to the National Weather Service – Lake Charles, thunderstorms with high rainfall rates of 1 to 3 inches or more in an hour are currently passing through our region and are expected to continue into the afternoon. Rainfall totals have the potential to exceed 5 inches in some areas. A flood watch is currently
Summer 2022 Beautification Award Delivered in Orange
August 24, 2022
When you see the beautiful flowers growing at #3731 Bowling Lane in Orange, you will know that Louis Ardoin enjoys working in his yard and seeing his plants grow. The raised beds at the front of the house have a nicely arranged mix of plants, set off by various borders of stones and wood at
Stark Museum of Art Offers a Variety of School Programs for Local Districts
August 23, 2022
The 2022-23 school year brings the biggest selection ever of offerings for school programs at the Stark Museum of Art. Teachers will find information about onsite field trips, virtual field trips, student exhibitions, outreach programs, and teacher workshops. Thanks to the generous funding of the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation, all of the
Stark Museum of Art to Offer Scratch Art Tiles Workshop
August 22, 2022
Create a one-of-a-kind tile during Stark Museum of Art’s CREATE! Workshop: Scratch Art Tiles on Saturday, September 10, 2022, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Participants will learn the technique of sgraffito, or scratch art. Registrants will scratch a design on the glazed surface of the tile. All materials are included in the $5 material
Vidor to Host National Night Out on October 4
August 22, 2022
On Tuesday, October 4, 2022, from 6-8 PM, Vidor ISD, Vidor Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Vidor will host Vidor’s National Night Out at Pirate Stadium. National Night Out is a free community event that brings together local businesses, Vidor ISD, and the City of Vidor. Games with prizes will be available, as
Stark Museum to Offer Afterschool Art Program
August 18, 2022
The Stark Museum of Art will be offering an Afterschool Art Program: Fundamentals of Pencil Drawing for students in grades 5-8. During this four-week class, students in 5th-8th grade will learn the fundamentals of pencil drawing. Students will learn how to properly hold a pencil, how to draw and shade, and create realistic textures using
Lutcher Theater Individual Show Tickets on Sale
August 17, 2022
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces individual show tickets are now on sale to the public for the 2022-2023 season. This marks the 43rd season for the largest performing arts center from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA. “We are excited to kick off this upcoming season and currently have individual show tickets
Columbanus Motor Sports Hosting Adoptapalooza August 20
August 17, 2022
Columbanus Motor Sports will be hosting Adoptapalooza on Saturday, August 20th from 9 AM – 3 PM at their showroom located at 3500 I-10 W in Orange, in conjunction with the Humane Society of Southeast Texas in celebration of August being Clear The Shelters Month. The Humane Society of Southeast Texas will be here with
TSUS Foundation Announces LSCO’s Becky McAnelley as 2022 Regents’ Staff Excellence Award Winner
August 16, 2022
The Texas State University System (TSUS) Foundation announced the winners of the 2022 Regents’ Professor, Teacher, Staff Excellence, and Student Scholar Awards at the TSUS Board of Regents meeting in Austin. Rebecca “Becky” McAnelley, Assistant Dean of Student Services and Registrar at Lamar State College Orange, received the Regents’ Staff Excellence Award. The award recognizes
Entertainment and Other Activities Announced for 2nd Annual Orangetober Festival
August 16, 2022
The 2nd annual Orangetober Festival will be held October 7-9, 2022, at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive in Orange. The Orangetober Festival is sure to provide fun for the entire family with a great variety of events and activities. The Pumpkin Village will feature more than 10,000 pumpkins and gourds along with