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
April 18, 2023
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Warrant Amnesty Program Announced
Judge Troy Johnson and Sheriff Jimmy Lane Mooney announce a warrant amnesty program beginning May 1 and running through the end of May 2023. If a person with an outstanding warrant out of Orange County at Law No. 2 (Judge Troy Johnson) for a misdemeanor offense shows up in person and turns themselves in at… Keep Reading
April 17, 2023
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April 10-14 Proclaimed Community Development Week
Mayor Larry Spears Jr. has proclaimed the week of April 10-14th as National Community Development Week. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development implemented the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program in 1974 for the purpose of providing local governments with the financial resources to assist low- and moderate-income persons. The City of Orange… Keep Reading
April 17, 2023
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Sales Tax Holiday for Emergency Supplies, April 22-24
With the severe weather season upon us, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds Texans they can purchase certain items tax-free during the state’s sales tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies, which begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 22, and ends at midnight on Monday, April 24. “While we can’t know in advance when the next… Keep Reading
April 13, 2023
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April 2023 Declared Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month
In the Federal fiscal year 2022, the Texas Department of Family & Protective Services confirmed 56,944 victims of child abuse or neglect, including 1,027 in Orange County. We must work together as a community to increase awareness about child abuse and promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families in a safe, stable,… Keep Reading
Art in the Park and Riverfront Car Show This Weekend
March 31, 2022
The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau is thrilled to announce the 20th annual Art in the Park and 3rd annual Orange Riverfront Car Show will be joining forces to provide a day full of fun on Saturday, April 2. Art in the Park will be held in its traditional location at Stark Park from 10
Bird-Watching Wednesdays Program Announced at Shangri La
March 30, 2022
Want to learn about the birds that call Shangri La Gardens home? Join them to see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the Gardens has to offer! Birders of all skill levels are invited to join Environmental Educator, Kathleen Nelligan and Wildlife Curator, Robert Morgan, to explore birding locations at Shangri La Gardens.
WOCCISD Names Baseball Field After Andre Robertson
March 30, 2022
West Orange – Cove Consolidated Independent School District is proud to announce that during the March 28, 2022, board meeting, the WOCCISD Board of Trustees approved the naming of the baseball field, Andre Robertson Field. The park will remain Ronnie Anderson Park, and the playing field will be named Andre Robertson Field. Andre Robertson’s list
Granger Chevrolet Sponsoring BBQ Cookoff to Benefit United Way
March 29, 2022
NOTE: Granger Chevrolet has postponed the date of this event. We will update this post when a new date is announced. Join Granger Chevrolet once again as they raise funds for United Way of Orange County with a BBQ Cookoff on Saturday, May 7, 2022, across from Granger Chevrolet on MacArthur Dr. This event is
Shangri La Hosting EcoFest and Butterfly Release
March 29, 2022
Join Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center to celebrate Earth day with an Eco-Fest celebration and Butterfly Release on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There will be family-friendly activities and games with multiple inspirational Butterfly Releases at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Local and regional organizations and
Shangri La Announces Up Close With Nature Program Dates
March 28, 2022
Join Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center on the last Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for Up Close with Nature – Live animal displays. Their Wildlife Curator, Robert Morgan, features one or more live animals that call Shangri La Gardens home. During these exciting & informative programs, participants will
Escape To The Islands When South Pacific Is Coming To Lutcher Theater
March 28, 2022
The National Broadway tour of the beloved classic, South Pacific makes a stop at Lutcher Theater on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at 7:00 PM. Tickets range from $35-$75 and are available online at lutcher.org. Discounts are available for active military, students, and groups of 10 or more. Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535
Orange County EDC Releases Industry Growth Strategy
March 24, 2022
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation has released its Industry Growth Strategy in partnership with VisionFirst Advisors and Foremost Quality Logistics. The strategy targets the recruitment and expansion of the logistics distribution and warehouse industries but also provides valuable resources to promote all sectors of Orange County. Based on interviews, desktop analysis, and VisionFirst Advisors
Shangri La to Host Adult Workshop on Terrariums
March 24, 2022
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is hosting an adult workshop called Let’s Talk Terrariums on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 10 AM – noon. Join them for a hands-on experience to discover all about a famous miniature garden, the terrarium. The class will explore the history of this popular indoor garden as they
City of Vidor Hosts Mayor’s Main Street Clean-Up
March 24, 2022
Misty Songe, Mayor of Vidor, and the City of Vidor invite Vidor residents to the Mayor’s Main Street Clean-Up on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Participants will meet at the CrossRoads Shopping Center to gather necessary supplies and to split into groups. The area to be cleaned include the area from the tracks on Main St.