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
September 2, 2025
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Orange EDC Approves $1.5 Million Incentive Package to Support New H-E-B Development
In a unanimous decision, the Orange Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has approved $1.5 million in funding to support the construction of a new, state-of-the-art H-E-B grocery store. This project marks a significant milestone in the city’s long-term development strategy. The funding is designed to support infrastructure improvements related to the project and to incentivize the grocery… Keep Reading
September 1, 2025
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More Than 800 New Texas Laws Take Effect Sept. 1
On September 1, 2025, over 800 new laws will take effect across Texas, ushering in significant changes in public education, infrastructure investment, abortion policy, and more. Signed during the 88th Legislative Session by Governor Greg Abbott, the laws reflect a wide-ranging conservative agenda and will impact millions of Texans. Among the most notable changes: While… Keep Reading
September 1, 2025
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Guitars, Grease, and Good Decisions… Probably
Step into Beaumont’s past and uncover the treasures that shaped Southeast Texas! In this episode of Best in Beaumont, Laini Parker takes you on a journey through six must-visit historic gems that connect the city’s oil-boom legacy with today’s culture, architecture, and flavor. From the gusher reenactments at Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum to the pit-smoked… Keep Reading
August 28, 2025
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Vidor Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Vidor Hope House with Rbbon-Cutting
On August 19, 2025, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce proudly welcomed Vidor Hope House to its growing family of community-minded organizations. Located at 185 Camp Street in Vidor, Vidor Hope House is a long-term residential re-entry program for women, offering transformative support to those overcoming the challenges of addiction, incarceration, and adversity. Founded and directed… 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