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
June 19, 2023
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Orange Library to Host Adulting 101 Class on June 20
On the third Tuesday of each month from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, the Orange Public Library hosts “Adulting 101”, a program designed to introduce an “adulting” skill. Join Texas A&M AgriLife Tuesday, June 20, 2023, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm for a presentation on “Sewing Basics.” This program is designed for ages 16… Keep Reading
June 19, 2023
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Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Factory Outlet Flooring and Design
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Factory Outlet Flooring and Design, located at 18440 TX-62 in Orange , on June 13, 2023. Factory Outlet Flooring and Design offers quality products and honest, dependable craftsmanship. They carry carpeting, ceramic/porcelain, installation materials, laminate flooring, LVT/LVP, natural stone floors, vinyl/resilient, wood flooring, and more…. Keep Reading
June 15, 2023
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Orange Community Players Announces 14th Annual Fun for Funds Raiser on July 7
Orange Community Players are excited to bring back their Annual Fun for Funds Fundraiser, Broadway Fun for Funds XIV, on July 7-8, 2023. The production is directed by Paul Burch and Codie Vasquez. The 14th Annual Fun for Funds will be a musical tribute to Broadway. Doors open at 6:30 for wine and hors d’oeuvres,… Keep Reading
June 15, 2023
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Workforce Solutions to Host Youth Career Readiness Workshop
Have you ever thought about working in the great outdoors? Join Workforce Solutions of Southeast Texas at Big Thicket National Preserve from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2023, for an exciting Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas youth event for middle school and high schoolers! Surrounded by the park’s stunning natural beauty. Participants… Keep Reading
Sabine River Water Quality Training Set for October
September 1, 2021
A Texas Watershed Steward workshop on water quality related to the Sabine River, and smaller bayous within its basin, will be held from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Oct. 21, 2021.. In-person and virtual participants can earn continuing education credits for several professional fields. The free hybrid event will focus on Sabine River water quality. The
OPD Hosting Spread the Love Food Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive
September 1, 2021
September is Hunger Action Month and the Orange Police Department is raising awareness by hosting the “Spread the Love” food drive. Donations of peanut butter and jelly in plastic containers may be dropped off at the Orange Police Department, located at 201 N. 8th Street in downtown Orange. All items will be donated to the
OFD Awarded $100,000 Grant
August 31, 2021
The Orange Fire Department (OFD) was awarded a Fire Act Grant in the amount of $100,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This grant award will be used to replace 15 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units and purchase 30 SCBA cylinders for the Orange Fire Department.
September DRSA Boat Races Canceled
August 31, 2021
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau has made the tough decision to cancel the 2021 DSRA Boat Races, scheduled to be held on September 18 & 19. The decision to cancel the boat races was made after the staff was presented with logistic concerns and notification of damages from Hurricane Ida in areas
Lyda Hired as New Director of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce
August 30, 2021
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of its new Director, Mandy Sims Lyda! Lyda moved back to Orange County a little over a year ago after being gone for some time. She has been married for almost 20 years and has 2 children. She loves to travel and enjoys
Northway Park Improvements Planned
August 30, 2021
Northway Park is scheduled to see improvements to its walking track beginning in the next three weeks. The contract was awarded to BK&R Enterprises/Frey’s Landscaping LLC and repairs are expected to take approximately 90 to 120 days, subject to weather. Northway Park is located at 2049 Clark Lane in Orange. Northway Park’s 18-plus acres of
Orange Chamber to Host Gumbo Cookoff
August 26, 2021
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Gumbo Cook-off! The Gumbo Cook-off will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021. This will be held alongside of the inaugural Orangetober Festival! Call the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce at 409-883-3536 to get your team signed up. Application and guidelines attached below. Completed applications
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Southern Lotus Charms
August 26, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Southern Lotus Charms on Wednesday, April 25. Southern Lotus Charms is located at 120 W Bolivar in Vidor. Their business hours are Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday from 10 AM – 2 PM, and closed on Sunday. Southern Lotus Charms creates
Vidor Certified as Music Friendly City
August 25, 2021
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Vidor, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO). The Music Friendly Community program seeks to foster music business-related economic development in Texas cities and communities. “With support from the Texas Music Office, in 2019 the Texas music
Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission Seeks Input on Area Transportation Issues
August 25, 2021
The Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission has begun working on the SETRPC FY2022-2026 Five Year Regionally Coordinated Public Transportation Plan. Please take a few minutes to complete the following community survey: https://www.research.net/r/SETRPCCommunitySurvey