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 16, 2025
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Tony-Winning Musical ‘Hadestown’ Comes to the Lutcher Theater
The Lutcher Theater is taking audiences on a haunting and hopeful journey to the underworld and back with the acclaimed Broadway musical Hadestown. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, “Hadestown” is a spellbinding experience that has captivated theatergoers across the country—and now… Keep Reading
April 16, 2025
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Shangri La Gardens to Celebrate Earth Day with Eco-Fest and Butterfly Release
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites the public to celebrate Earth Day during its signature spring event, Eco-Fest and Butterfly Release. This day of family-friendly fun takes place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Butterfly releases are generously sponsored by Entergy. Admission and activities are free of charge…. Keep Reading
April 15, 2025
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Enrollment Growth Continues at LSCO with Record Numbers in Spring 2025
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is celebrating unprecedented growth this Spring 2025 semester, setting new enrollment records across the board. The college has reached a headcount of 3,543 students, a 20% increase compared to Spring 2024’s enrollment of 2,945. Contact hours have risen to 604,976, a 21% increase from last spring’s 497,936. This significant growth… Keep Reading
April 15, 2025
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Cookie & Crust Co. Opens in Vidor, Serving Fresh-Baked Goodies and More
Cookie & Crust Co. has officially opened its doors at 1140 North Main Street, Suite C, Vidor, Texas, welcoming the community to enjoy a delicious variety of freshly made treats and breakfast options. The new bakery opened for business on Friday, April 4, 2025, and is already creating a buzz with its impressive menu. What’s… 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