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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

Orangefield ISD Board Member Marc Wernig Resigns Following DWI Arrest

March 4, 2025

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Orangefield ISD Board Member Marc Wernig Resigns Following DWI Arrest

Orangefield Independent School District (ISD) Board Member Marc Wernig has officially resigned following his arrest for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) on February 14, 2025. His resignation was submitted on Monday, February 26, 2025, just hours before the school board was scheduled to censure him during its regular meeting. Board President Laura Clark confirmed Wernig’s resignation,… Keep Reading

Shangri La Gardens Presents “Floral Art 101” Workshop

March 4, 2025

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Shangri La Gardens Presents “Floral Art 101” Workshop

Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center invites flower lovers and creative spirits to “Floral Art 101,” a hands-on workshop designed to teach the basics of floral arrangement and care. Scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025, this engaging Adult Workshop Series event offers two sessions to choose from: 🌿 Session 1: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00… Keep Reading

Orange Powersports – Making the Outdoors Exciting

March 3, 2025

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Orange Powersports – Making the Outdoors Exciting

Overview: Orange Powersports USA is a premier dealership in Orange, Texas, specializing in a wide range of powersport vehicles and outdoor power equipment. The dealership offers an extensive selection of motorcycles, scooters, dirt bikes, ATVs, UTVs, trailers, mowers, go-karts, and generators. They proudly carry renowned brands such as Honda, Segway, Kayo, Exmark, and Spartan, ensuring… Keep Reading

Orange County Native Claydra Rhodes Joins 12News as Evening Co-Anchor

March 3, 2025

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Orange County Native Claydra Rhodes Joins 12News as Evening Co-Anchor

12News is proud to welcome Claydra Rhodes as its new evening news co-anchor. Rhodes will bring a fresh, local perspective to Southeast Texas’ leading news station. Starting Tuesday, February 25, 2025, Rhodes will join veteran anchor Jordan Williams at the desk for the 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. broadcasts. A Southeast Texas native and West Orange-Stark… 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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