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
May 28, 2025
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LSCO Staff Senate Honors Dr. Johnson with Proclamation and Presidential Gator
As part of the celebration marking the retirement of Dr. Thomas A. Johnson, the Lamar State College Orange Staff Senate issued a special proclamation in honor of his years of visionary leadership and unveiled a tribute unlike any other with the adoption of a live alligator named TJ. The gator, now affectionately known as “TJ,”… Keep Reading
May 28, 2025
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Tricia Stroud Named WOCCISD Board President
During the regular meeting of the West Orange-Cove CISD Board of Trustees on Monday, May 19, 2025, the board held its annual leadership restructuring and proudly announced the election of LaTricia Ann “Tricia” Stroud as Board President. Stroud, a 1996 graduate of West Orange-Stark High School and a dedicated trustee since 2018, brings a wealth… Keep Reading
May 28, 2025
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Announces 2025 Master Gardener Training Classes
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is pleased to announce that the 2025 Master Gardener Training Classes will begin on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Orange County Expo Center, located at 11475-A FM 1442. This comprehensive training program provides an opportunity for community members to deepen their knowledge of horticulture while… Keep Reading
May 27, 2025
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The Stephens House Honored with Texas Historical Marker on Old Orange Historic District Day
Apiece of Orange’s rich history was formally recognized as The Stephens House, located at 1008 Pine Avenue, received an Official Texas Historical Marker during a dedication ceremony held on Old Orange Historic District Day. The event, hosted jointly by the Texas Historical Commission and the Orange County Historical Commission, celebrated the cultural legacy of one of… 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