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
December 6, 2022
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Heritage House Museum to Hold Grand Re-Opening and Ribbon Cutting
Heritage House Museum will hold a grand re-opening and ribbon cutting on December 7, 2022, at 4 pm. This free family event lets visitors explore the house through the eyes of the Victorian era. After the ribbon-cutting, Santa will arrive at 6 PM and be available for pictures from 6 – 8 pm. Santa will… Keep Reading
December 6, 2022
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Sundara Coffee House Opens in Orangefield
Sundara Coffee House has opened in Orangefield at 6381 FM 1442 in Orangefield at the intersection of 1442 and 105. They are a locally-owned coffee shop expanding from its first location in Groves. In addition to coffee, they offer desserts such as brownies, macaroons, and muffins. They also offer drive-through service. Their business hours are… Keep Reading
December 5, 2022
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Christmas Strolls Beginning December 8 at Shangri La
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center Christmas Strolls will usher in the Christmas season with colorful displays throughout the garden during the evenings of December 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14,15, 16, 17, 20 & 21, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. (last entry at 8:30 p.m.) each night. This year, in… Keep Reading
December 5, 2022
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Kiwanis Club Christmas Parade Winners Announced
The winners of the Kiwanis Club of Orange’s 73rd Annual Christmas Parade are as follows: Commercial winner: Fun Town RV Orange Non-Profit Winner: Community Church and School Judge’s Choice: Life Church of Orange Judges for the parade were Michael Key, Maureen McAllister from United Way of Orange County, and Captain Jan Zuniga and family from… 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