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Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Winners at 2019 Banquet

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

Gothia Issues Emergency Declaration for Orange County

October 8, 2020

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Gothia Issues Emergency Declaration for Orange County

Orange County Judge John Gothia has issued a disaster declaration for Orange County in preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Delta. In an abundance of caution, if you live in coastal low areas of Orange County you need to take the necessary precautions for a potential 2 to 4-foot storm surge. Orange County non-emergency offices… Keep Reading

Delta Will Probably Be a Category 2 at Landfall on Friday

October 8, 2020

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Delta Will Probably Be a Category 2 at Landfall on Friday

According to KFDM Meteorologist Greg Bostwick, Delta has gotten a little stronger this morning and should become a CAT3 hurricane later this afternoon and tonight. Gradual weakening is expected tomorrow with landfall as more than likely a CAT2 hurricane. The forecast rationale has not changed with a gradual turn to the north tonight and a… Keep Reading

SETX Still Watching Hurricane Delta

October 7, 2020

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SETX Still Watching Hurricane Delta

According to KFDM Meteorologist Greg Bostwick, Delta is along the north coast of the Yucatan Peninsula and will be moving offshore into the Gulf shortly. The highest winds are 90-100 mph as it has weakened further as it moved across land overnight. Some strengthening will be possible later today and Thursday as it moves across… Keep Reading

Hurricane Delta Has Now Become a Category 4

October 6, 2020

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Hurricane Delta Has Now Become a Category 4

Hurricane Delta escalated quickly into a Category 4 storm and forecasters warn it could strengthen even more before it strikes the Yucatan Peninsula. After that, forecasters expect Delta to emerge over the extremely warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, where it could maintain its strength for a time. The hurricane’s winds had increased to… Keep Reading

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County Residents Encourage to Report Tornado Damages

County Residents Encourage to Report Tornado Damages

October 28, 2021

Orange County residents that have been affected by Severe Weather are encouraged to report property damage using TDEM Survey. Using the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) damage surveys, Orange County can report damage to homes and businesses to the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). The information provided in the surveys assist emergency

Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for MKC Solutions

Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for MKC Solutions

October 27, 2021

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for MKC Solutions on Tuesday, October 26. MKC Solutions is located in Orange with over 30 years of combined experience and offers heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration for all of Southeast Texas as well as plumbing, electrical, roofing, remodeling, and more. Its mission is to organize

Governor Abbott Establishes $37.4 Million Capital Investment for LSCO

Governor Abbott Establishes $37.4 Million Capital Investment for LSCO

October 27, 2021

Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 52 into law on Monday, officially granting Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) $37,435,695 to construct a new academic building on the LSCO campus in Orange. “We couldn’t be more grateful to Governor Abbott, our own State Representative and Speaker of the House Dade Phelan, Senator Robert Nichols, and the

Kin Faux to Perform at Together Thursdays

Kin Faux to Perform at Together Thursdays

October 27, 2021

Together Thursdays is a FREE outdoor concert series taking place at the Orange Riverside Pavilion at 708 Simmons Dr. in Orange. On Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, at 6:30 PM, Kin Faux will be appearing. Kin Faux is a band of four talented musicians on a mission to put “western” back in country music. While they

Bridge City Chamber’s Christmas Light Parade Planned for December 4

Bridge City Chamber’s Christmas Light Parade Planned for December 4

October 26, 2021

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Christmas Light Parade Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 6 PM. The parade route starts at W. Roundbunch Rd. from First Baptist Church to Bridge City Intermediate. The entry fee for the parade is one unwrapped toy per person participating in the parade. Toys are distributed to

Lutcher Incredible Kids Events Create “Page to Stage” Experiences

Lutcher Incredible Kids Events Create “Page to Stage” Experiences

October 25, 2021

The Lutcher Theater is proud to announce the 21-22 lineup of Lutcher Incredible Kids Events! The performing arts series creates “Page to Stage” experiences for thousands of students & educators throughout Southeast Texas & Southwest Louisiana. “Many of the performances are based on children’s books, allowing the stories the students read in the classroom to

Shangri La Sponsoring Autumn Fair

Shangri La Sponsoring Autumn Fair

October 20, 2021

Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is hosting its Autumn Fair on Saturday, November 6, 2021.  Autumn Fair is a family event to celebrate the season and all that is associated with it! It is the grand finale of the Scarecrow Festival, the last day that the scarecrows are on display. Voting ends at

Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Cottage Boutique

Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Cottage Boutique

October 20, 2021

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for the Cottage Boutique at 11261 Hwy 12, Suite 400 in Orange.  They sell women’s and children’s clothing, home decor, gift items, handmade one-of-a-kind finds, and much more. Their business hours are Tuesday – Friday from 10 AM – 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 2

LSCO to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Gatemouth Plaza

LSCO to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Gatemouth Plaza

October 19, 2021

Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is pleased to invite the Gator community and the public to the dedication and ribbon-cutting of their new Gatemouth Plaza, behind the Ron Lewis Building, adjacent to 4th Street. The event, celebrating the legacy of Orange’s native son and world-renown musician, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, will occur on Thursday, October 28th,

Lutcher Theater Raises The Curtain For The 42nd Season

Lutcher Theater Raises The Curtain For The 42nd Season

October 19, 2021

Lights, music, and applause filled the hall Saturday night as Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts raised the curtain for the 42nd Season. After an unexpected 19-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, patrons and music lovers enjoyed a live country music concert from 10-time Grammy Award winner, Asleep at the Wheel. The performance marked

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