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
July 1, 2020
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Recyclops Changes Recycling Pickup Schedule
Due to continued customer growth in Orange County, Recyclops recycling services are moving to a four-day schedule beginning the week of July 6. In addition, going forward, pickups will be every other week instead of twice-monthly, which means customers will receive two extra pickups each year. Recyclops has also added printable calendars for each pickup… Keep Reading
June 30, 2020
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Orange Lion Club’s Orangeopoly Game Now For Sale Locally
The Orange Lion Club’s Orangeopoly games have arrived and are now for sale. The Orangeopoly game is based on the classic Monopoly game but features Orange locations and businesses on the gameboard. They are $25 each and can be purchased at the locations below: TruColors, 1201 N 16th St., Orange Pink Rooster Treasures, 2492 Martin… Keep Reading
June 30, 2020
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Vidor Public Library Announces New Programs
Vidor Public Library’s “Imagine Your Story” Summer Reading Challenge began on June 22. Children reading 20 books from the Vidor Public Library will be entered into a drawing for a grand prize. In addition, the Vidor Public Library accepts books, DVDs, and CD donations on Thursdays. They accept only gently used, not abused items. Please… Keep Reading
June 30, 2020
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Independence Day Closings 2020 Announced
In observance of Independence Day, the City of Orange will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020. As always, the City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be on duty keeping us safe. All Bridge City and Orange County Offices will be closed as well. Waste Management will service its usual route on this day…. 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