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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

Governor Abbott Announces Over $15 Million In Career Training Grants, Including LSCO and VISD

December 11, 2024

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Governor Abbott Announces Over $15 Million In Career Training Grants, Including LSCO and VISD

overnor Greg Abbott today announced 60 career training grants totaling over $15 million have been awarded to Texas higher education institutions and independent school districts (ISD) to train students for high-demand, good-paying jobs after graduation. These Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants awarded through the the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) will help public junior, state, and… Keep Reading

Stark Museum of Art Brings Live Reindeer to Reindeer Games Day

December 10, 2024

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Stark Museum of Art Brings Live Reindeer to Reindeer Games Day

The Stark Museum of Art invites the community to experience live reindeer and other holiday activities at Reindeer Games Day on Saturday, December 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A special sensory-friendly hour will be offered from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. to ensure everyone can enjoy this festive celebration. Admission to Reindeer Games is… Keep Reading

Tony Award-Winning Musical ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Comes to the Lutcher Theater for Two Performances

December 10, 2024

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Tony Award-Winning Musical ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Comes to the Lutcher Theater for Two Performances

The Lutcher Theater welcomes the critically acclaimed Broadway tour of “Dear Evan Hansen” for two performances on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, and Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by “The Washington Post,” “Dear Evan Hansen” has captivated audiences worldwide with its deeply moving… Keep Reading

Shangri La Botanical Gardens Announces Partnership with  Chevron Phillips Chemical

December 9, 2024

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Shangri La Botanical Gardens Announces Partnership with Chevron Phillips Chemical

Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is pleased to announce a partnership with Chevron Phillips Chemical – Orange Plant through their sponsorship of Shangri La’s 2024 Community Decorate-a-Tree Event. This generous gift provides an opportunity for the community to engage in the spirit of the season, sustainability, and local camaraderie. The Community Decorate-a-Tree Event… 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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