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
November 17, 2022
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Pizza Hut Has Opened in West Orange and Offering Free Pizza For a Year
Flynn Restaurant Group to give first 25 guests free pizza for one year on Friday, December 2 Flynn Restaurant Group LLC (FRG), Pizza Hut’s largest franchisee, is excited to announce the grand opening of its new restaurant located at 3109 Edgar Brown Drive in West Orange. The new location is projected to add 15 new… Keep Reading
November 17, 2022
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Public Utilities Commission Approves Proposal to Build Orange County Advanced Power Station
The Public Utility Commission of Texas approved the proposal to build the Orange County Advanced Power Station, which is a 1,215-megawatt, dual-fuel combined cycle power facility. The plant will be located near Bridge City, Texas, and will be capable of powering more than 230,000 homes and use a combination of natural gas and hydrogen. Hydrogen… Keep Reading
November 16, 2022
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Chevron Phillips Building New Integrated Polymers Facility in Orange
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC and QatarEnergy announced today that they are proceeding with the construction of an $8.5 billion integrated polymers facility in Orange, Texas, expected to create more than 500 full-time jobs and approximately 4,500 construction jobs and generate an estimated $50 billion for the community in residual economic impacts. The companies have… Keep Reading
November 16, 2022
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Stars of Gate City #57 Sponsoring Two Holiday Events
Stars of Gate City #57 and Gate City Guild #42 are sponsoring a Thanksgiving Food Giveaway on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 10 AM at Lion’s Gate Park in Orange. No ID is required. They have enough food for 300 families. Stars of Gate City #57 is seeking donations to help make Christmas a little… Keep Reading
Bloom Nutrition Holds Grand Opening September 25
September 27, 2021
Bloom Nutrition Smoothie and Juice bar, located at 1539 Strickland Dr. Suite B, in Orange, held its grand opening on September 25. Bloom Nutrition offers a variety of loaded teas, healthy shakes, nutribowls, fat-burning shots, protein donuts and waffles, and Acai Bowls. Their business hours are Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM-noon, 9 AM –
Stark Museum of Art Offers What Home Means Program
September 27, 2021
Take a lunch break at home or in the office and join the Stark Museum of Art as Sarah E. Boehme, Curator, guides participants on this virtual tour through the thematic sections of our newest special exhibition “The West as Home.” Participants will have the opportunity to look closely at one work of art from
Free Food Handler Certification Training Available to Texas Residents
September 23, 2021
There’s something incredibly rewarding to having a career where your task is to make sure someone has a great meal. Restaurants are where that happens. That’s where memories are made and celebrations of life regularly happen. It’s hard work – it involves critical thinking and swift reaction time – but most shifts fly by and
WOCCISD Offering Free Student Meals for Remainder of School Year
September 23, 2021
West Orange-Cove CISD announced its policy today that this school year, healthy meals will be offered every school day to all students at no cost. Typically, a student’s household must meet income eligibility requirements to qualify for free or reduced-price meals. However, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued guidance that allows schools to
Texas Workforce Commission Providing Childcare Assistance for Southeast Texas Service Industry Workers
September 22, 2021
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has provided funds to assist parents and legal guardians working in the service industry with the costs associated with childcare. The funding is specifically aimed at helping individuals get back to work, reduce the worker shortage in the service industry and provide quality care for children in Southeast Texas. The
Hurricane Nicholas Damage Reporting Available to Texans
September 21, 2021
The Texas Division of Emergency Management has activated the Individual Assistance – State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) for Texans affected by Hurricane Nicholas. If you were affected, you can click on the link below to report your damages: https://tdem.texas.gov/hurricane-nicholas/#1631546488600-b76bed90-8887 The Individual Assistance – State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) helps the state identify damages
West Orange’s Holiday in the Park Set for Nov. 6
September 20, 2021
West Orange’s annual Holiday in the Park event is set for Saturday, November 6, 2021, at 2700 Wester Ave. in West Orange. Booth reservations open to the public on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at City Hall. The event will feature classic cars, food vendors, and craft and retail items. Vendor rules and regulations and registration
Columbanus Motor Sports to Hold Grand Opening Oct. 15
September 20, 2021
Columbanus Motor Sports (formerly Honda of Orange) will hold its grand opening at its new facility on Friday, October 15, 2021. They have moved into their new location at 3500 IH 10 West in Orange. They were formerly located at 1800 Strickland Dr. in Orange. Their business hours are Tuesday – Friday from 9 AM
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Glitz & Glam Boutique
September 16, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Glitz & Glam Boutique on September 14, 2021, at 1030 North Main Vidor inside Grace Community Church. They sell a variety of women’s clothing and accessories. All orders are available for pick up or ship out. For more info, visit their website, Facebook page, or call
GOACC Sponsors Gumbo Cookoff
September 16, 2021
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce (GOACC) is sponsoring a gumbo cookoff as a part of Orangetober Festival on October 2, 2021. The deadline for entries is Monday, September 20, 2021. Teams can make chicken with sausage (optional) or seafood gumbo. The entry fee is $50. First, second, and third places will be awarded,