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
May 31, 2022
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Stark House to Host Summer Reading Festival
The W.H. Stark House is hosting a Summer Reading Festival on Saturday, June 18 – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m at 610 Main Avenue in Orange. In the program, Miriam presents Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, participants will explore the world of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream. Register to attend this FREE, interactive event for… Keep Reading
May 31, 2022
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LSCO Announces President’s and Dean’s Lists For Spring 2022
Lamar State College Orange is proud to recognize the following students who earned the high honors of recognition on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the Spring 2022 semester. PRESIDENT’S LIST To be named on the President’s List, students must attend full-time and earn a 4.0 grade point average. Beaumont Tiffany Nishay Dill, Biology Medical… Keep Reading
May 26, 2022
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Orangefield ISD Announces Teachers of the Year
Orangefield Independent School District has announced its teachers of the year for each campus. Orangefield Elementary- Carey West – 1st Grade Orangefield Jr. High – Heidi Welch – Life Skills Orangefield High School – Rob Block – US History Congrats to all of these hardworking professionals!
May 26, 2022
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New Orange City Council Members Sworn Into Office
Swearing-in ceremonies were held for newly re-elected Orange City Council Member Place 2, Brad Childs; Council Member Place 4, Mary McKenna; and Council Member Place 5, Caroline Mazzola Hennigan. During the ceremony, Judge Jim Sharon Bearden Jr. administered the Oath of Office to each re-elected council member with friends and family present. Mr. Childs, Ms…. Keep Reading
Entergy Texas Files Proposal For Rate Increase
July 7, 2022
Entergy Texas, Inc. filed a rate proposal with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on July 1, 2022.. The proposal outlines investments the company has made and will continue to make to improve service to customers and increase grid reliability and resiliency while maintaining affordable rates. “We are committed to providing reliable, affordable and sustainable
Michael Hoke Memorial Outdoor Awareness for Kids Set for August 4
July 6, 2022
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office is having The 7th Annual Michael Hoke Memorial Outdoor Awareness for Kids on August 4th from 9 AM to 2 PM. This is a free event for ages 8-14. It is being held at Claiborne West Park at 4105 North St, Vidor, TX under the Halliburton Pavilion at the
OCVB Announces Dates of 2022 Orangetober Festival
July 6, 2022
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the 2nd annual Orangetober Festival. This event 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
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Held for 5 Point Credit Union
July 5, 2022
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at 5Point Credit Union, located at 3728 N. 16th Street in Orange. 5Point Credit Union offers services for personal and business accounts such as checking accounts, savings accounts, loans, online banking, and more! Lobby hours are Monday through Friday from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Drive-thru hours are as follows:
Orange County Burn Ban Lifted
June 30, 2022
Due to recent rainfall and the updated weather forecast, Orange County Judge John Gothia has lifted the burn ban for Orange County immediately. However, Judge Gothia is asking county residents to exercise caution with any burning activities.
Orange Rotary Club Installs New Officers
June 30, 2022
The Rotary Club of Orange held its installation of the 2022-2023 officers on June 28, 2022, at the Orange Train Depot. The meal was catered by Old Orange Cafe and cookies were made by Cakes Plus in Mauriceville. District Governor Becky Mason performed the installation. The 2022-2023 officers include: President: Kristen Placette, Sabine Credit Union
LSCO Hosting TSI Bootcamp to Help with College Prep
June 29, 2022
Lamar State College Orange is hosting a TSI Bootcamp from July 11 – 15, 202 The TSI Bootcamp is meant to help students meet their goals for college entrance, dual credit, and CCMR needs. It is meant for students who have not met college readiness standards or who want to take dual credit courses in
Back to School Orange County TX Collecting Funds to Purchase School Supplies
June 29, 2022
Back to School Orange County will be purchasing school supplies for all Orange County district schools. These supplies will be purchased from and delivered by Orange Stationer. Our students and teachers will safely receive the necessary supplies to begin school. Monetary donations can be made to paypal.me/BacktoSchoolOrange, by going to their website BackToSchoolOrange.com or by
First Annual Michael Hoke Foundation Gala Date Set
June 28, 2022
The Michael W. Hoke Foundation for Excellence in Science Education by hosting the 1st Annual Michael W. Hoke Foundation Gala, with the goal of raising funds for a scholarship at Lamar University for one or more deserving students. it will be held on July 23, 2022, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Shahan
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Nuko Enterprises
June 28, 2022
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Nuko Enterprises on June 25, 2022. They are a residential and commercial/industrial construction company located at 24590 IH-10 West in Vidor. Nuko Enterprise LLC serves as a leading construction company in Southeast Texas and the Houston area. They are a team of professionals who tackle everything