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
August 24, 2020
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Sandbags Available from City of Orange
The City of Orange will open a sandbagging location effective Monday, August 24 at 12 P.M. at Memorial Field, located on Eddleman Drive near Meeks Drive. Citizens will be limited to 20 sandbags per household. Please be aware, this is a self-serve station while resources are available. Residents will need to provide their own shovels… Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Local Schools Close For the Week of Aug. 24 Due to Impending Weather
WOCCISD: Due to the storms that may impact our area, all WOCCISD schools will be closed for the week of August 24 through the 28th. Please stay tuned for potential updates related to this weather situation. Football and Volleyball games have been canceled for the week of August 24-28th. OISD: Out of an abundance of… Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Marco and Laura Update Aug. 24 at 10 AM
The City of Orange Office of Emergency Management continues to closely monitor both tropical systems that are approaching the Gulf of Mexico. The US National Weather Service Lake Charles Louisiana currently has low to medium confidence in the track and intensity of both systems. Marco updates: Marco continues to weaken and is not expected to… Keep Reading
August 20, 2020
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Southeast Texas Watching Tropical Depression 14
Tropical depression 14 has formed in the central Caribbean Sea Thursday morning. The system is expected to become a tropical storm later today then track to the Yucatan Peninsula Saturday before re-emerging in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday. Beyond Sunday, uncertainty is high regarding the track and intensity forecast. Any possible impacts to South-Central… Keep Reading
Granger 5K Walk/Run Scheduled for October 9
September 15, 2021
The Annual Granger 5K is scheduled for Saturday, October 9, 2021. All proceeds benefit the Orange County United Way. This event is laid-back and fun, but also competitive for the serious runners who need qualification for other races. Vendors will be on-site with giveaways and information that may be of interest to you. Take photos
Tuesday Update on Tropical Storm Nicholas
September 14, 2021
NSW Tropical Storm Nicholas update: 9.14.21 10am Nicholas will continue to weaken as it slowly moves through the Houston TX area today. Tonight it will slowly turn east and head towards the Beaumont region, before slowing down or even stalling in southwest Louisiana Wednesday into Thursday. Wind gusts today will be in the 25 to
Together Thursdays Series Returns
September 13, 2021
Thanks to Dow Sabine River Operations along with the United Way of Orange County, Together Thursdays will be back this October. Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 21, 2021, for The Drywater Band, and Thursday, October 28t, 2021, for Kin Faux. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that will take place at the Orange
Tropical Storm Nicholas Update
September 13, 2021
Tropical Storm Nicholas Update, 9/13/21 @ 10:00 A.M According to the US National Weather Service Lake Charles Louisiana, Tropical Storm Nicholas is forecast to make landfall on the middle Texas coast later today or tonight. There is a chance it could become a category one hurricane before landfall. Regardless of development, our region is expected
Young Adult Pandemic Aid Deadline Approaching
September 9, 2021
Do you know someone between the ages of 18-26? Did they age out of the Texas foster care system? If yes, they likely qualify for free pandemic relief funds. In response to concerns raised by young people, Congress authorized $400 million in emergency funding that can be used to help pay for college, childcare, rent,
Heritage House Hosts Ghost Walk October 23
September 9, 2021
The Heritage House of Orange County will hold the 5th Annual Ghost Walk. at 905 W. Division St. in Orange on Saturday, October 23, 2021, from 4:30 – 6:30 pm. The Ghost Walk will feature talent from area school districts, and participants will learn about the ghostly past of Orange County. .Ticket prices are $5
Shangri La Virtual Adventures Registration Opened
September 7, 2021
Shangri La Gardens Virtual Adventures are unique environmental education-based lessons, delivered virtually. Virtual Adventures are curriculum-based programs designed to be a tool for the classroom teacher and one that will suit both the traditional and virtual classroom. Shangri La Educators will provide virtual guidance and explanation of a science-based topic in a 10-12 minute video;
Orange County Sheriff’s Department Aids Hurricane Ida Victims
September 7, 2021
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office was busy last week with efforts to assist the areas in southern Louisiana affected most by Hurricane Ida. Sheriff Mooney has sent two teams to assist in disaster recovery efforts. The first team consisted of Captain Jacobs with the Orange County Sheriff’s Drone Unit, members of the Orange County Sheriff’s
Pinehurst Fire Dept. to Host 9-11 Remembrance Day
September 2, 2021
Join the Pinehurst Volunteer Fire Department and other local fire departments as they remember the families affected and honor the heroes that gave their lives on the morning of September 11, 2001. They will be set up at Big Lots in Orange at 09:45 AM. Evacuation Horns will go off at 09:59 AM as the
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension to Offer Vegetable Pressure Canning Class
September 2, 2021
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County is having a Vegetable Pressure Canning Class. It will be held on September 25, 2021, starting at 10:00 am at the Extension Office on FM 1442 in Orange. The cost will be $20 per person. The deadline to register and pay is September 17. Call the Extension