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 22, 2023
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2023 Independence Day Festivities Planned in Orange
The City of Orange is thrilled to host the 2023 4th of July Concert and Fireworks Celebration. This event will be open to the public at 5 P.M. on Tuesday, July 4, at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive. The celebration will begin with concessions and activities at 5 P.M. followed by live… Keep Reading
June 21, 2023
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Chevron Phillips Chemical Announces New Plant Manager for Golden Triangle Polymers Company
Chad Jennings, a 26-year industry veteran, has been selected to serve as plant manager of the Golden Triangle Polymers Company facility, a subsidiary of a joint venture between Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP and a subsidiary of QatarEnergy. The Golden Triangle Polymers facility, now under construction in Orange, Texas, will be a world-scale integrated polymers… Keep Reading
June 20, 2023
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BCISD Names Dr. Tara Fountain as Assistant Superintendent
Bridge City Independent School District (BCISD) has selected Dr. Tara Fountain as Bridge City ISD’s Assistant Superintendent beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. Dr. Fountain is married to her high school sweetheart, Tip Fountain. Together they have two girls. Taylor, BCHS class of 2019, who is studying to become a Doctor of Pharmacy; and Tatum,… Keep Reading
June 20, 2023
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New Car Wash Coming to Orange
The City of Orange is happy to announce that WhiteWater Express Car Wash will be built in Orange. The car wash will be located south of 16th Street and Interstate 10 near Chick-fil-A and Starbucks. WhiteWater Express Car Wash is built on the belief of creating a better, faster, and higher quality car wash at… Keep Reading
Valedictorian and Salutatorian Selected at West Orange-Stark High School
May 23, 2022
Joshua Arthur is the Valedictorian for the West Orange-Stark High School class of 2022 and plans to attend Lamar University and major in Computer Science. Joshua has been very involved in many UIL activities during his high school career. He has participated in number sense, general math, and calculator. He is also a member of
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting RE/Max Pro on May 19
May 23, 2022
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Remax Pro on May 19, 2022, to celebrate their new location at 1260 N. Main in Vidor, and celebrate its 15-year anniversary. As the local full-service RE/MAXr team, they make it our top priority to make the process of buying and selling a home as simple
Southeast Texas Stand Down Scheduled for May 20
May 19, 2022
The Southeast Texas Stand Down 2022 benefitting homeless veterans and their families is scheduled for May 20, 2022, from 9 AM – 2 PM at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. The event will benefit homeless veterans, veterans, and their families, and the homeless. Lunch and door prizes will
Shangri La Hires New Executive Director
May 17, 2022
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is proud to announce Angela “Angie” Mason, as the new Executive Director. Angie comes to us from Chicago Botanic Garden where she was employed for the past 19 years. Angie most recently served as the Associate VP of Community Engagement and Senior Director of Windy City Harvest where
City of Orange Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Applications Available to Non-Profits
May 17, 2022
The City of Orange Hotel/Motel Tax Committee has released applications for non-profit entities within the City of Orange to apply for a portion of the City’s Hotel/Motel Tax funds. Any 501 (C) organization in the City of Orange that attracts visitors to the City of Orange, Texas can submit applications to the committee. Under Section
“Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” Is Coming To Lutcher Theater
May 16, 2022
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts is getting ready to close its 2021-2022 season with a Tony & Grammy Award-winning Broadway hit musical, Beautiful – The Carole King Musical, which is about the early life and career of Carole King, the legendary and groundbreaking singer/songwriter. Beautiful – The Carole King Musical will be at
Stark Museum of Art Offers Summer Teacher Workshops
May 12, 2022
The Stark Museum of Art is committed to offering relevant art-based Continuing Professional Education for teachers. Teacher workshops are offered during the school year and summer break to provide art teachers and K-12 teachers the opportunity to engage with art techniques and practices, learn new instruction methods, and connect curriculum with the collection and exhibitions
Shootout on the Sabine Coming to Orange May 21-22
May 12, 2022
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Deep South Racing Association (DSRA) are excited to announce the 7th Annual Shootout on the Sabine. This event features drag boat racing that will be held May 21 and 22 from 11 A.M. to 6 P.M. at the City of Orange Boat Ramp, located at
Orange County EDC Initiates Business Retention & Expansion Program
May 11, 2022
In an effort to provide more opportunities for local vendors and contractors, the Orange County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) is opening a vendor registration portal on its website. Information collected will be used to promote local services and supplies offered by Orange County businesses. The Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) Program works collaboratively with the
Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for 3rd Coast Movement
May 11, 2022
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for 3rd Coast Movement on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. 3rd Coast Movement is located at 300 E. Roundbunch Road in Bridge City. 3rd Coast Movement is the premier fitness training and nutrition consulting facility in SouthEast Texas. They provide a unique and personalized training experience. Their