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 24, 2022
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The Orange Recreation Center Opens for Business
The Orange Recreation Center held its grand opening on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. The Recreation Center is located at 1405 W. Orange, Ave. in Orange. Members of the Recreation Center will be able to enjoy basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, and hours of free play during their visit. Additional activities are expected to be added at a… Keep Reading
October 24, 2022
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Vidor Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Elsa’s Italian Grill
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Elsa’s Italian Grill, located at 18635 IH-10 in Vidor. Their hours of operation are: Sunday 11 AM-9 PM Monday Closed Tuesday 11 AM-9 PM Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM Thursday 11 AM-9 PM Friday 11 AM-9 PM Saturday 11 AM-9 PM Elsa’s offers a variety of Italian… Keep Reading
October 20, 2022
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Blue Man Group to Make a Splash at Lutcher Theater
More than 50 million people around the world have experienced the smash-hit phenomenon that is Blue Man Group, and now it’s your turn! Blue Man Group returns to the Lutcher Theater for one night only on October 30, 2022, at 7 p.m. as part of their new North American tour. A limited amount of tickets… Keep Reading
October 19, 2022
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Plant Propogation Workshop Available at Shangri La
Shangri La Gardens will be offering a Plant Propagation 101 workshop on October 22, 2022, from 10 AM-noon. The registration fee is $25. This workshop is suitable for plant people of all skill levels. Their hands-on class will give students the practice and experience needed to confidently execute several propagation methods such as: seed sowing,… Keep Reading
Hearing Resolutions Center Opens in Orange
January 31, 2022
Hearing Resolutions Center recently opened for business at 3730 N. 16th Street in Orange. Business hours are Monday – Friday from 8:30 AM – 5 PM. They are closed on Saturday and Sunday. Angela Schram and her team offer cost-effective hearing aids, custom ear-molds, occupational hearing testing, industrial ear protection, and much more. Hearing Resolutions Center
Robert’s Meat Market Has Re-Opened
January 27, 2022
Roberts Meat Market re-opened their doors today at 8:00 AM at 3720 West Park Ave. in Orange. The market and restaurant were seriously damaged in a fire on July 29, 2021. Their hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Only the Meat Market will be open as of now, No date has been set
Stark Museum of Art Announces Third Annual Elementary Art Exhibition
January 27, 2022
The Stark Museum of Art is pleased to announce its third annual elementary art exhibition, Art: It’s Elementary! The exhibition will feature original works of art from Orange County elementary students in Kindergarten – 3rd grades. The exhibition will be held from January 8 – February 26, 2022, in the Community Art Gallery at the
Lamar State College Orange’s Combined Fall ’21 Enrollment (Academic and Workforce) Increased 15.6%
January 26, 2022
Lamar State College Orange announced Monday that its Fall 2020 to Fall 2021 comparison of academic enrollment numbers remained essentially flat, despite a pandemic and economic downturn, and its workforce (non-credit) enrollment saw an enormous increase of 483% over the same period. This is compared with a statewide decline of 11% in community college enrollment
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Houseman Medical Campus
January 26, 2022
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday, January 24, 2022, or the much anticipated Gisela Houseman Medical Campus at Eagle Point, located at Interstate 10 and Highway 62. Mayor Larry Spears Jr. and Gisela Houseman made comments and spoke of the need for healthcare services in Orange, Phase 1 of the Gisela Houseman Medical Campus
Vidor Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Mission Grounds Koffeehouse
January 25, 2022
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Mission Grounds Koffeehouse located at 1455 North Main St. in Vidor inside Eastgate Church. Mission Grounds is a welcoming place to connect in a relaxing environment while enjoying high-quality coffee products. Whether you are a business wanting to meet your colleagues, friends meeting over coffee and
West Orange-Cove CISD Approves Hickman as New AD/Football Coach
January 25, 2022
West Orange-Cove CISD is excited to announce that the board of trustees approved Hiawatha Hickman as the Mustang’s next Athletic Director/Head Football Coach during the Monday night meeting. Hickman began working for the district in 2016 and has taught and coached for WOS for over six years; he collectively brings 22 years of teaching and
Orange Mardi Gras Weekend Schedule Announced
January 24, 2022
The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, in partnership with the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, will be hosting the 18th Annual Mardi Gras Weekend – February 18 & 19 at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive. A schedule of events is as follows: Friday, February 18 Flashback Friday Parade (70’s
WOCCISD Announces Finalist for Athletic Director Position
January 24, 2022
On Thursday, January 20, 2022, West Orange-Cove CISD superintendent, Dr. Rickie Harris, announced Hiawatha Hickman as the lone finalist for the Athletic Director/Head Football Coach position for the West Orange-Stark Mustangs. The finalist will be presented to the WOCCISD Board of Trustees for consideration at the regular board meeting on Monday, January 24, 2022. If
Orange Community Players Present Murder Mystery Dinner
January 20, 2022
In the mood for a Murder Mystery Dinner? Join Orange Community Players (OCP) as they present Mafia Murders at the Mansion on Friday, February 11, 2022, at the Brown Estate, 4205 West Park Ave. in Orange at 6 PM. As a loyal member of the Godfather’s family, you are cordially ordered, uh, invited to The