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
January 15, 2020
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Election Filing Dates Published by City of Orange
Filing dates and times to be placed on the City of Orange General Election ballot will begin January 15, 2020, through February 14, 2020, between the hours of 8 A.M. and 5 P.M, closed from 12 P.M. to 1 P.M. for lunch. Positions up for election include: Single Member District 3 currently occupied by Terrie… Keep Reading
January 14, 2020
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Orange EDC Hires Business Development Manager
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation announces the hiring of Megan Romero as its Business Development Manager. Megan comes to the EDC from Albanese Cormier Holdings, a progressive commercial real estate company, where she has been responsible for property management of Edison Plaza in Beaumont, a 425,000 square foot facility, as well as 24 properties… Keep Reading
January 13, 2020
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W.H. Stark House Reopens for Tours
The opening of The W.H. Stark House following a major restoration was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting on Friday . The home experienced a third-floor water leak in 2019. After amazing team efforts, a new, beautifully painted ceiling, and so much more, they have now reopened for 2020. The W.H. Stark House is excited to announce… Keep Reading
January 13, 2020
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Update: Petition Launched – Phelan Urges Feds To Open VA hospital in Orange or Port Arthur
Today, State Representative Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont) sent a letter to President Trump voicing his concern for the lack of reliable healthcare options for over 1.6 million veterans in Texas and asking for the Veterans Administration to consider buying or leasing two possible venues in Southeast Texas to establish a new VA Medical Inpatient Hospital. The… 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,