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
April 20, 2023
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LSCO Expanding to Hardin County
Lamar State College Orange will be expanding and opening a campus in Hardin County in Lumberton. The Orange campus has experienced a 12 percent increase in enrollment, and when they determined the location from which their students were enrolling, Hardin County kept popping up. “Time and transportation are issues we hear about from students when it… Keep Reading
April 19, 2023
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Tootsie to Close Out Lutcher Season
The Lutcher Theater will close its 2022-2023 season with the Broadway musical comedy “Tootsie” on Monday, May 1, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult-to-work-with actor who will do anything to land the role of a lifetime, including adopting a new… Keep Reading
April 19, 2023
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Tacos La Shula to Reopen as Drive-Through Only Restaurant
In a Facebook Live event on April 17, 2023, the owners of Tacos La Shula announced they will be reopening as a drive-thru restaurant in a new location, serving only to-go orders. The new Tacos La Shula will be located at 5602 Highway 87 in Orange, near the Little Cypress-Mauriceville school campuses. Even though the… Keep Reading
April 18, 2023
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City of West Orange Awarded $2 Million Grant
The City of West Orange is proud to announce that today, during a “regional meet & greet” with city, county, and regional leaders, the City of West Orange was awarded a $2 million grant from the Texas General Land Office. The city applied for this grant in 2022 and will use these funds for street,… Keep Reading
Free State Cellars Announces Community Harvest Event
August 12, 2021
Free State Cellars is offering an opportunity to experience the most hands-on part of their winemaking, Community Harvest. Harvest is split between two days : White Harvest: Sunday, August 15, 2021, from 7 am -12 pm Red Harvest: Sunday, August 29, 2021, from 7 am -12 pm On Sunday, August 15, they will be hosting
West Orange Announces Fall Cleanup Days
August 12, 2021
The City of West Orange announced its Fall Clean-Up Days for Oct. 15-16, 2021 from 9 AM – 3 PM. Dumpsters will be available behind the West Orange Fire Station for WO residents only. Proof of residency and photo ID will be required at the drop site. Normal household waste will not be accepted. No
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting For Vidor Nutrition
August 11, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Vidor Nutrition on August 6, 2021. The business is located at 1140 North Main St. Suite B in Vidor next to the Hushpuppy. Their business hours are 5:30 AM – 5 PM Monday-Friday, 9 AM – 2 PM Saturday, and closed on Sunday. They are independent
Orange City Council Approves Funds for Free State Cellars Improvements
August 11, 2021
The Orange City Council approved action taken by the Orange Economic Development Corporation to enter into an agreement with Free State Cellars for the expenditure of funds for infrastructure improvements in an amount not to exceed $167,000 for the purpose of economic development. Phase 1 of the Free State Cellars improvement plan is a $500,000
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension to Hold Fresh Start to a Healthier You Program
August 10, 2021
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is holding a free series of classes called a Fresh Start to a Healthier You. In the program, you’ll learn about food safety, shopping on a budget, and much more. This series is being held at various locations throughout Orange County. The dates and locations are: Tuesday, August 17, 24,
OCDR’s Food Truck Friday Returns on August 13
August 10, 2021
Orange County Disaster Rebuild’s Food Truck Friday returns on August 13, 2021. Their food truck guests will be Cajunxion and The Pink Lady! The Cajunxion menu is below with prices. The Pink Lady’s menu will be: Chicken Salad w/ Chips $8 Crawfish Etouffee $8 Beef Tips $8 Strawberry Shortcake $5
Orange County EDC Launches Shop Local Campaign
August 9, 2021
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation, with the help of Dow Chemical has launched a Shop Local Campaign for all of Orange County. They plan to publish Shop Local Orange County that residents will see while doing their online shopping. For more information, visit their Facebook page.
Vidor to Be Certified as Texas Music Friendly Community
August 9, 2021
The City of Vidor asks you to join them as the Texas Governor’s Office certifies Vidor as a Music Friendly Community. There will be cake, cookies, refreshments, and, of course, music. Plus, take a personal tour given by a member of the Band of Bands, the VHS Mighty Pirate Marching Band, around City Hall, and
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County Hosts Diabetes Classes
August 5, 2021
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will be holding free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Participants will learn how to prevent and control type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more strategies to control diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on October 5, 7, 12, 14, and 19 and
Orange County Disaster Rebuild Plans Taste of the Holidays
August 4, 2021
Orange County Disaster Rebuild announces the date of their 3rd Annual Taste of the Holidays event. It will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center from 5 pm to 8 pm. If you know of a food establishment in Orange County that you would like to see