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
March 23, 2021
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North Early Learning Center Accepting Head Start Applications
North Early Learning Center is open to eligible Head Start students in all of Orange County who turn 3 or 4 on or before September 1, 2021. Applications will be accepted beginning March 22, 2021. They also offer state Pre-Kindergarten for in-district students turning 4 on or before September 1, 2021. Please see their website… Keep Reading
March 18, 2021
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Shangri La Planning Eco-Fest 2021: Blooms & Butterflies
Celebrate Earth Day with Shangri La Gardens during their Eco-Fest: Blooms and Butterflies event April 22-April 24 at Shangri-La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center at 2111 W Park Ave. in Orange. This multiday family-friendly event will feature engaging, self-facilitated activities as well as multiple butterfly releases that are designed to create a safe outdoor opportunity,… Keep Reading
March 18, 2021
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Harvey Damaged Home Buyout Acquisition Program Now Open for Applications
The City of Orange is conducting a voluntary acquisition project for homes damaged during Hurricane Harvey. The project will be administered locally and overseen by the Texas General Land Office (GLO) Community Development & Revitalization Program (CDR). The project is funded through a Community Development Block Grant for Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR). The application period will… Keep Reading
March 16, 2021
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Register with STAN for Updates in Emergency Situations
The City of Orange is vulnerable to various types of hazards and emergencies of all sizes, types, and duration. When emergencies happen, reaching out to citizens and keeping the community safe is of utmost importance. The City of Orange Office of Emergency Management encourages citizens and business owners to sign up for STAN, the Southeast… Keep Reading
Shangri La Hosts Family Fun Walk
March 22, 2022
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is hosting a Family Fun Walk at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, presented by the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club on Saturday, April 9, 2022, from 9 AM-noon. Guests will enjoy a 1-mile marked loop pathway through the Gardens, as they navigate through a family-friendly
City of Pinehurst Announces Shred Day
March 21, 2022
The City of Pinehurst, in conjunction with Sabine Federal Credit Union, is sponsoring Shred Day on Saturday, April 9, 2022, from 9 AM until noon at 1939 Strickland Dr. in Orange at the offices of the Sabine Federal Credit Union. Participants can bring personal records, tax returns, financial statements, file folders, and more to shred.
City of West Orange Announces Spring Clean-Up Days
March 21, 2022
The City of West Orange announced its Spring Clean-Up Days for Friday and Saturday, April 22-23, 2022, from 9 AM – 3 PM. Dumpsters will be available behind the West Orange Fire Station for WO residents only. Proof of residency and photo ID will be required at the drop site. Normal household waste will not
Rikenjaks Brewing Company Hosting Crawfish & Music Fest
March 17, 2022
Rikenjaks Brewing Company is hosting their annual Crawfish & Music Fest on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at their restaurant at 18635 IH 10 in Vidor. Bring your family and an appetite for their famous savory mudbugs (starting at noon). Musical entertainment includes: Ryan Lee MC kicks off the music at 2 on the patio until
Phins Apparel Presents the Inaugural Phins Fishing Classic Benefitting United Way
March 17, 2022
Phins Apparel will host the Inaugural Phins Fishing Classic in eight Southern states and will benefit over 240 United Ways. The Phins Fishing Classic (PFC), powered by the Fishing Chaos App, will be held remotely across an eight-state region for the first time. PFC will allow anglers in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina,
Stark Art Museum Offers Printmaking Class
March 16, 2022
Experience the printmaking process in the CREATE! Workshop: Gelli Plate Printmaking on Saturday, April 2, 2022, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Gelli Plates allow you to make unique layered and textural prints using a variety of flat and dimensional objects. CREATE! Workshops are multigenerational and designed for artists 8 years old to adults. CREATE!
Shangri La Adds Audobon on the Bayou Program for Adults
March 16, 2022
Join the Shangri La Botanical Garden Center for Audubon on the Bayou early morning birding tours at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, from 7:15 AM-9 AM. During this ADULTS ONLY program, guests will have an opportunity to observe their natural surroundings as we navigate Adams Bayou on a
City of Pinehurst Announces Spring Clean Up Day
March 15, 2022
The City of Pinehurst announces Spring Cleanup Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 8 AM until noon. Dumpsters will be located at 2666 MacArthur Drive in the old Sears parking lot. Only residents of Pinehurst are authorized to use this service, and proof of residency will be required. Normal household trash, tires,
Orange Stationer Announces Expansion and Improvements
March 15, 2022
The Orange Stationer has announced new plans in creating a new space downtown. They recently held a ribbon-cutting for the unveiling of Orange’s first downtown mural. The project was a collaborative effort between the Orange Lions Club with the Orange County EDC, Orange Stationer owners Paul and Kim Dickerson, and local artist Lauren Leigh. Continuing
Vidor Rotary Sponsoring Food Drive
March 14, 2022
The Vidor Rotary Club, in partnership with the Vidor Chamber of Commerce, is sponsoring a food drive benefitting the United Christian Care Center on Saturday, March 26 from 9 AM – 3 PM. Drop off locations include; Vidor Rotary Club Green Bus at Brookshire Brothers Donation tables in front of Walmart Vidor Chamber of Commerce