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 22, 2025
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Orange is NOT Among 10 Area Popeye’s Chicken to Reopen
Popeyes lovers across Southeast Texas have reason to celebrate: ten regional Popeyes restaurants are officially on track to reopen under new ownership. A top-performing franchisee, who operates more than 100 Popeyes locations nationwide and currently holds the title of the brand’s #1 U.S. franchisee, has taken the reins and is driving a bold regional comeback…. Keep Reading
July 22, 2025
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Proposed Emergency Services District No. 5 Could Appear on November Ballot for West Orange and Pinehurst Residents
A proposal to establish a new Emergency Services District (ESD) to enhance fire and emergency medical response in West Orange and Pinehurst may be headed to the November 5, 2025, ballot. If approved, ESD No. 5 would provide dedicated firefighting, fire prevention, search and rescue, and emergency medical services for both cities, which are currently… Keep Reading
July 21, 2025
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Savor Authentic Texas Barbecue at LBS BBQ & Catering in Orange
In the heart of Orange, LBS BBQ & Catering has become a culinary landmark, delighting locals and visitors with its mouthwatering barbecue and exceptional catering services. Founded by Lamar Belcher, a lifelong resident of Orange County, the establishment stems from his deep-rooted passion for barbecue and a desire to share his culinary creations with the… Keep Reading
July 17, 2025
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Golden Triangle Polymers Donates $5,000 for Emergency Notification Sign
Golden Triangle Polymers Company is proud to announce its participation as the newest member of Orange County’s Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), marking the occasion with a $5,000 contribution to enhance community safety. The donation will fund the purchase and installation of a new emergency notification sign along FM 1006. This critical addition will provide… Keep Reading
Lutcher Theater Announces 2022-23 Season
June 2, 2022
The Lutcher Theater has announced its 2022-2023 season. Scheduled shows include: R.E.S.P.E.C.T. – October 22, 2022 @ 7:30PM Blue Man Group – TBD Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical – November 19, 2022, @ 2PM & 6PM Million Dollar Quartet Christmas – November 29, 2022 @ 7:30PM My Fair Lady – December 5, 2022 @
Orange Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Top Deck Flooring
June 1, 2022
The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Top Deck Flooring, located at 1000 S Ashland St in Vidor. They provide residential, commercial, and industrial floor covering and installations. They will be showing off their 16,000 sqft showroom and warehouse on Saturday, June 4, 2022, at 10 am. There will be door prizes,
City of Orange Selects New Fire Chief
June 1, 2022
The City of Orange announces the appointment of John Bilbo as the new Fire Chief for the Orange Fire Department. John Bilbo, a native of Orange, Texas, has 22 years of experience with the Orange Fire Department. During his time with the department, he has served as a Firefighter, Station Captain, Battalion Chief, and most
Stark House to Host Summer Reading Festival
May 31, 2022
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
LSCO Announces President’s and Dean’s Lists For Spring 2022
May 31, 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
Orangefield ISD Announces Teachers of the Year
May 26, 2022
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!
New Orange City Council Members Sworn Into Office
May 26, 2022
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.
Orange Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for M&D Supply in Mauriceville
May 25, 2022
The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for the newly opened M&D Supply at 11916 Hwy 62 N. They are offering all kinds of specials during their grand opening weekend from Saturday, May 28, 2022, and ending on Monday, May 30, 2022. M&D Supply is a locally owned hardware store with eight locations
Orange Public Library Announces Summer 2022 Programs
May 25, 2022
Summer Reading Programs kick off soon at the Orange Public Library. The Scholastic Book Fair runs from May 31-June 11, 2022, for students entering grades 1 through 6. The book fair is open during normal library hours to the general public. The book fair can be accessed online here. The PreSchool Read To Me for
Orangefield High School Names Top Grads
May 24, 2022
Orangefield High School has announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2022. Zoe Martin is Valedictorian and Hunter Beard is Salutatorian. Martin served as secretary of her class and also a member of the National Honor Society, Interact, Student Council, and FCCLA. She graduates with a 4.95 GPA. She also won numerous “Big