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
August 15, 2023
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Orange County Master Gardener Classes Begin on August 24
The Orange County Master Gardener training classes will begin August 24, 2023, from 6-8:30 pm at the Expo Center at 11475 FM1442 in Orange. The requirements for the certification are 50 hours of education and 50 hours of volunteer time. The classes with speakers and programs about gardening count for 50 hours of education. The… Keep Reading
August 15, 2023
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3rd Annual Orangetober Festival Date Announced
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Orangetober Festival! This event will be held October 6 – 8, 2023, at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive, Orange, Texas. The Orangetober Festival is sure to provide fun for the entire family with a great variety of… Keep Reading
August 14, 2023
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Do Well Be Well with Diabetes Class Starting August 17
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will hold free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join them in learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on August 17, 24, 31 and September 7… Keep Reading
August 14, 2023
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Orange Lions Club Unveils New Mural
The Orange Lions Club has spearheaded a mural project funded by HOT Tax funds for Orange County. This particular funding was under promotion of the arts that directly promote tourism and the hotel and convention industry. The mural can be seen at the Paula Stout Insurance Agency at 1401 Green Avenue in Orange. Local artist… Keep Reading
Friends of Orange Depot to Host Book Signing
February 21, 2022
Friends of the Orange Depot, along with the Orange Community Players, are hosting a book signing by former Orange resident, Carrie Joiner Woliver, on Sunday, March 20, 2022, from 2-4 PM at the Orange Train Depot Museum. Refreshments will be provided. The $10 entry fee includes a signed copy of the book, and all proceeds
Lamar State College Orange Ambassador Scholarships Open
February 17, 2022
Lamar State College Orange is proud to offer exceptional students the prestigious Ambassador Scholarship. Ambassador scholars receive full tuition for one year, up to 15 hours per semester, worth up to $4,000 for one year. They also have access to networking opportunities on campus and in the community, and leadership and skills development. Up to
Bridge City ISD Asks Voters to Vote on Bond Proposal
February 17, 2022
On Monday, February 14, 2022, the Bridge City Independent School District (BCISD) School Board voted 7-0 to call for a Bond Election. As a result, there will be two propositions on the ballot. The first proposal is for a new Middle School that would replace the current building that is 60 years old, and the
Registration Opens for 2022 CASA Classic Golf Tournament at Sunset Grove Country Club
February 16, 2022
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region, which provides advocacy services for abused and neglected children across six counties, will be hosting its CASA Classic Benefit Golf Tournaments. The event will take place at the beautiful championship golf courses at Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange, TX, on April 25. The tournaments are so much more
Delinquent Property Tax Program Available
February 16, 2022
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) passed by Congress in March 2021 provides money to help homeowners impacted by the pandemic avoid foreclosure of their homestead. The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) is implementing the program in Texas and it is set to begin on Monday, February 21, 2022. The program will pay
Stark Museum of Art to Host Sculpted Clay Horse Class
February 14, 2022
Learn to sculpt and texturize a 3-D figure at the CREATE! Workshop: Hand-built Clay Horse on Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Participants will seek inspiration from the galloping horse sculptures in the Stark Museum of Art and then head to the studio to roll out slabs to make a horse
Gordon Baxter’s Daughter to Host Book Signing
February 14, 2022
Meet Jenny Baxter, daughter of Gordon Baxter, at the Vidor Public Library at 440 E Bolivar St in Vidor on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. She will be signing her new book, Gordon Baxter: Flying Lessons and Pilot Talk in her father’s own words. Gordon Baxter (December 25, 1923 –
Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant Applications Available
February 10, 2022
Applications for the Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant are now available. The pageant will be held Saturday, April 2, 2022, at LCM High School. The pageant is open to girls ages 0-18. There is a $75 application fee, and the deadline for applications is Feb. 28. In 1981, the Mauriceville Crawfish Festival Association hosted the
Orange County Plans Next Steps for Broadband Connectivity
February 10, 2022
Orange County and the Orange County Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission and Connected Nation Texas, is deploying an initiative to expand and improve broadband access, adoption, and use throughout Orange County. This broadband initiative will be for the benefit of local residents and businesses. The partnership will
Broadway Revival Of Fiddler On The Roof Is Coming to Lutcher Theater
February 9, 2022
The National Broadway Tour of Fiddler On The Roof will play Lutcher Theater on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 7 PM. Tickets start at $35 and are available online at lutcher.org. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more, students, and active military. Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at (409) 886.5535 for more