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
October 11, 2021
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Keep Orange County Beautiful to Hold E-Waste Collection on Oct. 23
Keep Orange County Beautiful is holding an E-Waste collection day on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at the Orange Baptist Hospital parking lot at 608 Strickland Drive in Orange from 8 a.m. until 1 pm. The waits to be collected that day will include computers, laptops, hard drives, monitors, printers, power cords, cell phones, tablets, fax… Keep Reading
October 11, 2021
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Scarecrow Festival Scheduled Oct. 12- Nov. 6 at Shangri La
Shangri La Botanical Garden’s Annual Scarecrow Festival is back and takes place October 12 through November 6, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friends from all over will be able to enjoy dozens of unique scarecrow contest exhibits, fall flowering displays, thousands of pumpkins, and autumn decorations displayed throughout Shangri La Gardens. Free timed… Keep Reading
October 7, 2021
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Shangri La to Host Adult Workshop on Succulents
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will hold an adult workshop, The Dish on Succulents, on November 20, 2021. The materials fee is $25. Join us on a creative journey to explore all about succulents! In this program, you’ll become familiar with this low-maintenance favorite. Shangri La Gardens Director of Horticulture, Jennifer Buckner, will… Keep Reading
October 6, 2021
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Orange County Salvation Army Opens Angel Tree Applications
The Orange County Salvation Army has opened Angel Tree applications. Application dates are October 18 – November 4, 2021 (Monday thru Thursday). Only Orange County residents may apply, and they must register online here. In order to make an appointment, you will need an ANGEL CODE for your Appointment Location: ANGEL CODE: VIDOR (Love & Truth… Keep Reading
Ramona Walker Named to Board of Keep Orange County Beautiful
February 9, 2022
Keep Orange County Beautiful, a non-profit organization organized in Texas in 1997, is pleased to announce the election of Mrs. Ramona Walker as the newest member of KOCB’s Board of Directors. A graduate of LCM schools, Ramona also attended Lamar State College in Port Arthur and went on to Lamar University in Beaumont. She is
Entertainment Announced for Flashback Friday Mardi Gras Parade
February 8, 2022
Entertainment has been announced after the Flashback Friday Parade that serves as the kickoff for the 2022 Orange Mardi Gras season on Friday, February 18, 2022, at the Riverside Pavilion immediately. At 7 PM, Chubby Carrier will be featured. Once the accordion-playing virtuoso grabs the mic and takes to the stage with his bandmates, audiences
State of Louisiana Approves Lamar State College Orange’s Status as a Louisiana Degree-Granting Institution
February 7, 2022
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) announced this week that the State of Louisiana’s Board of Regents renewed LSCO’s biennial licensure, continuing LSCO’s status as a Louisiana degree-granting institution from December 15, 2021, through December 15, 2023. This approval allows LSCO to offer courses, clinical education, and degrees that are fully-recognized by the State of Louisiana.
Bullfish Opening in Orangefield
February 7, 2022
The former Burgertown has re-opened as Bullfish at 6223 W Round Bunch Rd. in Orangefield. Their ur story started several years back at the Orangefield Christmas festival. Out on the lawn, they will have Frozen OC (a liquor-based daiquiri drive-through or walk-up bar) with specialty cocktails and draft beer, and a new menu with some
Unique Car Audio Opens in Pinehurst
February 3, 2022
Unique Car Audio opened earlier this week in Pinehurst at 1800 Strickland Dr. Unique Car Audio offers sales and installation of car audio and accessories. They are open from 9-5 Monday – Saturday and closed on Sunday. For more info, call them at 409-216-7160 or visit their Facebook page.
Art in the Park 2022 Registrations Open
February 2, 2022
The Explore Orange team is excited to announce the 20th annual Art in the Park and 3rd annual Orange Riverfront Car Show will be returning to downtown Orange in 2022! These wonderful events will join forces to provide a day full of fun on Saturday, April 2. Art in the Park will be held in
Shakespeare’s Macbeth Takes The Stage At Lutcher Theater
February 2, 2022
Macbeth, one of Shakespeare’s most influential contributions to world literature will take the stage at Lutcher Theater For The Performing Arts on Thursday, February 17, 2022. The 2-hour performance will begin at 10 AM and tickets are $15 each. Individual tickets can be purchased by calling the Lutcher Box office at 409.886.5535; group reservations are
Destiny Church Hosting Orange County Community Baby Shower
February 1, 2022
Destiny Church of Orange wishes to aid families in need who are welcoming a new life into this world or are in need of assistance. They are hosting a community baby shower on Saturday, April 2, 2022, from 11 AM – 1 PM at Destiny Church, located at 3423 Martin St. in Orange. From diapers,
27th Annual Community Trash-Off Date Set
February 1, 2022
It’s Trash-Off time once again! The 27th annual Community Trash-Off is scheduled for Saturday, February 26, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the City of Orange Boat Ramp, located on Simmons Drive in Orange, Texas. This year’s Community Trash-Off is presented by INVISTA and hosted by Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center
United Way of Orange County Shares Community Engagement Calendar
January 31, 2022
The United Way of Orange County has shared its 2022 Community Engagement Calendar. They are offering a variety of events throughout the year for all age groups. See the full calendar below. For more info, please check their Facebook page for event details.