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 29, 2020
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WOS High School Receives Grant From Dow Industries
Exciting things are coming to West Orange-Stark High School engineering program. With the partnership of DOW industries, a $5,000 grant has been awarded to their engineering program. Teachers are being trained in Project Lead the Way curriculum, which promotes STEM education using a hands-on approach to real-world problem-solving experiences. DOW’s partnership is also outlining a… Keep Reading
June 29, 2020
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City of Orange Applying for Additional Harvey Disaster Relief Funds
The City of Orange is submitting to the Texas General Land Office a supplemental application for disaster relief funds, Hurricane Harvey, CDBG-DR-4332. The Texas General Land Office is the state administrative agency or “grantee” for the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds (CDBG-DR) provided through the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development…. Keep Reading
June 26, 2020
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Abbott Rescinds Bar Openings and Reduces Restaurant Occupancy
Governor Greg Abbott today issued an executive order limiting certain businesses and services as part of the state’s effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. This decision comes as the number of people testing positive for COVID-19 and the number of hospitalizations have increased and the positivity rate in Texas increased above 10%, which the… Keep Reading
June 25, 2020
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Masks to Be Given to All Tested for COVID-19
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), in partnership with the Texas Military Department, will begin distributing 3-ply surgical masks to every Texan who undergoes COVID-19 testing at state-run mobile test collection sites. Beginning tomorrow, each Texan who receives a COVID-19 test at a state-run mobile testing site will… Keep Reading
8th Annual Golf United Tournament Scheduled for August 29
August 16, 2022
Golden Triangle Emergency Center has teamed up with the United Way of Orange County for their 8th Annual GOLF UNITED Golf Tournament. The tournament will be held at Sunset Grove Country Club, located at 2900 W Sunset Dr. in Orange on Monday, August 29, 2022, from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM CDT. It is a
St. Mary Catholic School Hosting 3rd Annual Gala on September 10
August 11, 2022
It’s time to roll out the red carpet! The 3rd Annual St. Mary Catholic School Gala will be held Saturday, September 10, 2022, at the Orange County Convention & Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. This year’s theme will be “Old Hollywood Magic.” Guest speaker will be Mr. Paul Trevino, President & CEO of
Ocean Adventure Escape Room at Orange Public Library Taking Reservations
August 11, 2022
The Ocean Adventure Escape Room has opened at the Orange Public Library and it will run for the entire month of August. In the Escape Room, your group will discover clues and riddles and open 6 locks in the one-hour adventure. The whole room is in blacklight, and the adventure is most suitable for ages
Little Texas Teahouse Receives EDC Grant
August 10, 2022
The Orange City Council approved an EDC Infrastructure Grant Agreement with Little Texas Teahouse for the expenditure of funds for eligible infrastructure improvements in an amount not to exceed $80,000 for the purpose of economic development. The Little Texas Teahouse, represented by owner Brandi Williford, has proposed an estimated capital investment of $200,000 at the
LSCO Laying the Foundation for Career Growth in SETX with New CDL Facility
August 10, 2022
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) shared progress this week on the construction of a new Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training facility, made possible by a grant from the Office of Governor Greg Abbott. The Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund awarded LSCO an $800,000 grant to build a 54,000-square-foot driving pad and a covered area
Stark Museum of Art Hosts Family Day August 27
August 9, 2022
Create and play at the Stark Museum of Art’s Family Day on Saturday, August 27, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of activities designed to keep the whole family happy. From working collaboratively on a mural to scavenger hunts and art projects, this Family Day will have something for everyone!
OCEDC Releases Series of New Videos About Orange County
August 9, 2022
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation has created a new series of videos highlighting all that Orange County has to offer. You can view one of them below:
Holiday in the Park Applications Available
August 8, 2022
Are you a crafty and creative person? Do you like to cook good food for lots of people? Do you have a “fine ride” that you would like to show off to the community? If you answered “yes” to any of these, then this year’s Holiday in the Park is the place for you! The
Orange City Donut Opening Soon
August 8, 2022
A new donut shop will soon be opening in Orange. Orange City Donut will be located at 3640 MLK Dr. in Orange The opening date has not yet been announced but it is expected to open soon.
Orange Community Players to Host Country Music Variety Show and Dinner
August 4, 2022
The Orange Community Players (OCP) will host Yee Haw! A Country Music Variety Show and Dinner at the Orange Train Depot Museum, located at 1210 W Green Ave, in Orange on Saturday, August 20.2022. Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm and will include a menu of BBQ chicken. sausage, beans, potato salad, and dessert