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
April 15, 2024
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Renowned Bassist and Singer-Songwriter Scott Mulvahill to Perform at Lutcher Theater
Experience the Lutcher Theater in a new light during the upcoming performance of renowned bassist and singer-songwriter Scott Mulvahill. Surrounded by hundreds of candles illuminating the Lutcher stage, the Houston native will captivate audiences on Saturday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m., making this a perfect evening for a date night. Mulvahill’s unique blend of soulful… Keep Reading
April 11, 2024
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City of Pinehurst Announces 2024 Spring Clean Up Day
The City of Pinehurst announces Spring Cleanup Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2022, from 8 AM until noon. Dumpsters will be located at 2666 MacArthur Drive in the old Sears parking lot. Only residents of Pinehurst are authorized to use this service, and proof of residency, along with a photo ID, will be… Keep Reading
April 11, 2024
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GOALS Schedules Adult Spelling Bee for April 26
Greater Orange Area Literary Services (GOALS) will sponsor its Adult Spelling Bee on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Lamar State College Student Gym, 403 Green Ave in Orange from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. GOALS is looking for participants. A spelling team consists of three people. The entry fee is a $350 donation, and lunch… Keep Reading
April 10, 2024
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TMPA Secures $780K in Back Pay for Deputies Terminated by OCSD
In an impressive legal triumph, the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) secured $780,000 in back pay for 13 deputies who were unjustly terminated from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD). This landmark decision came as a result of persistent legal efforts led by TMPA regional attorney Gregory Cagle, particularly in the wake of the 2020… Keep Reading
COVID Testing Offered at Baptist Hospital Orange
December 21, 2021
Covid and Antibody testing with 24-hour results will be offered at Baptist Hospital Orange at 608 Strickland in Orange in the front entrance drive-through. Patients will remain in their vehicles. This site will be open Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm to include Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Patients are required
Vidor ISD to Host Presentation on Threat of Human Trafficking
December 20, 2021
The Vidor Independent School District will be hosting a presentation on the threat of human trafficking on Monday, January 10, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Vidor High School auditorium. The presenter is Julie Prudhome, LPC-S. This is a free event offered by the Vidor Independent School District’s School Health Advisory Committee. The presentation is
Orange Chamber Announces Award Winners at Annual Meeting
December 15, 2021
The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Dinner on December 13, 2021, at the Shahan Center and announced the winners of various awards they sponsor. Charlotte Alford, director of the Heritage House Museum, was named Citizen of the Year. The Heritage House also won the award for Non-Profit of the Year. Orange Stationer
Cities Announce Holiday Closures
December 14, 2021
Orange In observance of the Christmas holiday, the City of Orange will be closed Thursday, December 23, and Friday, December 24. The City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be working to see who is being naughty or nice. The City of Orange will reopen for business Monday, December 27. For the New Year’s
LSCO to Offer Free Class B CDL with School Bus Endorsement Training
December 13, 2021
With the expansion of local industry and the resources needed for the growth, there is a huge demand for individuals with a Class B Commercial Driver’s License, especially school bus drivers. Lamar State College Orange offers a flexible training program designed to “Get Your Future in Gear”. Classes will begin every Monday, starting January 24,
WOS High School Announces Opening of Cosmetology School
December 9, 2021
West Orange-Stark High School will host the grand opening of its new cosmetology lab on Thursday, December 9, 2021, from 5-6:30 PM at the WOS High School Career Center. The grand opening will feature a ribbon cutting with the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, food, prizes and more. The program is open to those
Vidor Hometown Holidays Scheduled for Dec. 11
December 9, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce is planning a Hometown Holidays event on Saturday, December 11, 2021. The event will consist of a Market and Car Show from noon- 6 PM at 1255 N. Main St., in Vidor, a Light Up Main Street Cruise at 6 PM, and a City Tree Lighting from 6:30-7:30 PM at
APF Lifting Spirits Sponsors Charity Powerlifting Meet and Blood Drive on Dec. 11
December 8, 2021
APF Lifting Spirits are sponsoring a charity powerlifting meet and blood drive on Saturday, December 11, 2021, from 9 AM – 5 PM at the Orange Convention & Expo Center, 11475 Hwy. 1442 in Orange. Powerlifters from across SE Texas and SW Louisiana are coming together to compete for local children’s charities. All proceeds will
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Clarity Wireless
December 8, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Clarity Wireless on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. The store is located at 195 W. Bolivar Street in Vidor. Clarity Wireless is a mobile phone shop and telecommunications company and was founded in 2020. They are a wireless family with 12 plus years of wireless experience. Clarity
Bridge City Chamber Sponsoring Christmas Tree Silent Auction Scholarship Fundraiser
December 7, 2021
The Christmas Tree/Wreath Silent Auction is going now through December 10. You can view trees and wreaths at: Bridge City Bank Granger Chevrolet MCT Credit Union Wellspring Credit Union Sabine Federal Credit Union Total Impressions Cryotherapy Wellness Center Leslie’s Place City of Bridge City Scot C. Shaffer Insurance Agency You can view the trees and