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
Food Canning Class Being Held by Texas A&M Agrilife Extension
January 20, 2022
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County is having a Canning Class. It will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2022, starting at 10:00 am at the Extension Office on FM 1442 in Orange. The cost will be $20 per person. The deadline to register and pay is March 1. The class will be
Cold Weather Ahead for SETX
January 19, 2022
According to the National Weather Service – Lake Charles, our region can expect to see a cold front push through late Wednesday evening into early Thursday morning and continue through the weekend with a good coverage of showers and thunderstorms. Colder air will return Thursday through the weekend with some sleet possible Thursday night. Freezing
Stark Museum of Art Offers Papermaking Workshop
January 18, 2022
Discover the process of creating handmade paper at the CREATE! Workshop: Papermaking on Saturday, February 5, 2022, from 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at the Stark Museum of Art. Participants will add color and natural elements such as flowers, seeds, and leaves to create their own special paper that can be used for a variety of
Stark Museum Offers Orange County Teachers Virtual Field Trip Registration Starting Jan. 21
January 17, 2022
The Stark Museum of Art has published its 2021-2022 Virtual Field Trips & Student Art Exhibitions Catalog! They are excited to announce the return of our Virtual Field Trip offerings for Pre-K-12th grade students, along with their Student Art Exhibitions for K-12th grade students. Virtual Field Trips offer students the opportunity to visit the Museum
Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Meeting Planned for January 27 for Orange County
January 17, 2022
Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC( will hold a public meeting on Thursday, January 27th to gather public input for updating the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plans for Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, and Orange Counties. The meeting is at 5:30 p.m. at the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC), 2210 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, TX 77703 in
Stark Museum of Art to Host For Virtual Tour of Eanger Irving Couse Home
January 13, 2022
Join the Stark Museum of Art and The Couse-Sharp Historic Site for a virtual tour of the Eanger Irving Couse home on Friday, January 21, 2022, from Noon – 1:00 p.m. (central standard time) Take a noon break and travel west to Taos, New Mexico to take a closer look at Couse’s personal home and
Columbanus Motor Sports Sponsoring Chili Cookoff Benefiting United Way
January 13, 2022
Columbanus Motor Sports, located at 3500 I-10 West in Orange, is sponsoring its first Annual Chil Cookoff to benefit United Way of Orange County on Saturday, January 29 at their location. The tasting will run from 11 AM – 1 PM. Purchase of a $10 armband will permit participants to taste and vote in the
Orange County Master Gardeners to Host 2022 Annual Plant Sale
January 12, 2022
The Orange County Mastery Gardeners have scheduled their Annual Plant Sale for Saturday, March 12, 2022, at Cormier Park, 8235 FM 1442, Orangefield, from 8 AM – 1 PM or longer if necessary. They will offer a wide variety of bedding and flowering plants from which choose, as well as vegetables, shrubs, and trees, including
Orange City Council Approves Funding for Orange Stationer
January 12, 2022
The Orange City Council approved action taken by the Orange Economic Development Corporation to enter into an agreement with Orange Stationer for the expenditure of funds for infrastructure improvements including exterior signage, interior buildout, and updating the current location up to ADA compliance in an amount not to exceed $75,000 for the purpose of economic
History Takes The Stage At Lutcher Theater
January 11, 2022
Lutcher Theater is presenting Freedom Riders, Tuesday, January 25, 2022, with performances at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Freedom Riders, a new play with original songs and music, explores the valiant and courageous personalities behind one of the most critical chapters in the history of the U.S. Civil Rights movement. The unforgettable heroes, and the