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
September 21, 2020
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Beta Makes Landfall Today with 4-7 Inches of Rain Expected
Greg Bostwick, Chief Meteorologist at KFDM-TV, reports that Beta remains weak and continues to move toward the Texas coast. Landfall is expected well to our southwest later today between Port Lavaca and Corpus Christi. After landfall, Beta should drift over South Texas tonight into Tuesday before ejecting out to the northeast Wednesday into Thursday. Locally,… Keep Reading
August 25, 2020
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Laura Expected to Strengthen to Category 3 Hurricane
Tropical Storm Laura is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane Wednesday over the Gulf of Mexico, forecasters said Tuesday morning. The storm strengthened overnight and was near hurricane strength as of 7 a.m., the National Hurricane Center said. Laura is expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday around the Louisiana/Texas state… Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Mandatory Evacuation Called for Orange County
Orange County and City Officials are calling for a Mandatory Evacuation for all of Orange County at 6 am, Tuesday, August 25th, 2020. Citizens who cannot evacuate themselves can find transportation resources at either of the two embarkation sites in the county. Evacuees can arrive at the location at 9 am, Tuesday, Aug 25th, 2020…. Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Mandatory Evac Issued for Orange County Nursing Homes – Voluntary Evac for Others
Orange County Judge John Gothia issued a Disaster Declaration for Orange County today. County and City Officials are recommending a VOLUNTARY EVACUATION for all of Orange County and all of its Municipalities due to the uncertainty of Hurricane Marco and Hurricane Laura. At this time Officials are issuing a mandatory evacuation FOR nursing homes ONLY…. 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.