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 12, 2021
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Spindletop Center Offering New Outreach Services
During this challenging time, Spindletop Center is working to support those in the community who may be experiencing feelings of stress, anxiety, or fear. Spindletop Center is a non-profit healthcare organization specializing in behavioral healthcare, programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use recovery services for each stage of life. Stronger Together… Keep Reading
May 12, 2021
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Entertainment Announced for Shootout on the Sabine
The Orange Convention and Visitor’s Bureau has announced the entertainment for the 2021 Shootout on the Sabine on May 22 at the Riverside Pavilion beginning at 7 pm. Grammy-nominated Zydeco innovator Corey Ledet will be performing. Corey Ledet is a world traveler, having performed in 15 countries. He has done numerous tours across North America,… Keep Reading
May 11, 2021
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Vidor Chamber Hosting Business-to-Business Luncheon
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce has begun to host their Business to Business luncheons once again. Whether you own a business in Vidor, manage a business in Vidor, are you looking to grow your business in Vidor, or are seeking to network with business owners, you are invited to attend. B2B lunches will be on… Keep Reading
May 11, 2021
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Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event Planned for May 15
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) is hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event. The event will be held in the parking lot of the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center at 3401 Cultural Center Drive in Port… Keep Reading
Free “Do Well Be Well with Diabetes” Classes Offered
January 11, 2022
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will be holding free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on February 15, 22, March 1, 8, and 15 and
BBB Warns Parents About Free Child Safety Kits
January 10, 2022
The Better Business Bureau is warning parents to beware of offers of a free child safety kit as they may be used to steal a child’s identity. The BBB says that scammers may reach out to parents, either by phone, email, or on social media, offering a free child safety kit. The scammers may claim
Lamar Orange to Hold Monthly Vaccine Clinics
January 6, 2022
Lamar State College Orange will once again host a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic each month throughout the semester. Moderna and J&J vaccines will be available. The clinic will offer first, second, and booster (Moderna) doses. Bring your ID and insurance card if you have one, but insurance is not required. If receiving your second or booster
Stark House to Host Glazed Pottery Workshop
January 6, 2022
Learn about the beautiful Spode pottery in the collection of The W. H. Stark House and then glaze your own design on a bisque pottery item. Staff from the Stark Museum of Art and The W.H. Stark House will teach the basics of how to paint a plate or mug of your own at the
West Orange Animal Shelter Participates in Betty White Challenge
January 5, 2022
What a tribute it would be on Betty Whites’s 100th birthday, (January 17, 2022) if animal shelters/rescues around the world received donations like never before! Betty spent 40 plus years as an advocate for all animals, it was truly a passion and mission of hers to help as many as she could. If you would
Orange CVB Announces Dates for 2022 Festivals
January 5, 2022
The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau has announced dates for the festivals taking place in Orange in 2022. The events and dates are as follows: Mardi Gras – February 18 & 19 Art in the Park – April 2 Shootout on the Sabine (DSRA) – May 21 & 22 July 4th Concert & Fireworks –
City of West Orange Publishes Its 2022 Goal Statement
January 4, 2022
The City of West Orange is excited to announce its goals for 2022 in the City of West Orange. These goals are highlights and are not limited to only what is listed. Details of dates and times of each will be posted at a later time: 1. City Council Meetings will go live. 2. Reconstruction
Gospel Artist CeCe Winans To Perform At Lutcher Theater
January 4, 2022
The best-selling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all time, CeCe Winans, will perform at Lutcher Theater on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 7:30 PM. Tickets start at $35 and are available online at lutcher.org. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more, students, and active military. Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at
Brownwood Park Updates Underway
January 3, 2022
Brownwood Park, located at 2401 3rd Street in Orange, will soon have a new and improved playscape installed. The new playscape will replace aging equipment that has since been removed from the park. Park improvements are expected to be completed by spring 2022.
New Health Care Campus Coming to Orange
January 3, 2022
Denver-based NexCore Group, a national healthcare, life sciences, and senior housing real estate developer, and CHRISTUS Southeast Texas Health System today announced their plans to begin the initial development phase of the Gisela Houseman Medical Campus (GHMC). Phase I will be a two-story, 55,000-square-foot medical office building (MOB) in Orange. NexCore, which is headquartered in