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 26, 2023
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100 Homes Suffered Damage in Tuesday’s Tornadoes
Orange County Emergency Management Coordinator Joel Ardoin confirms about 100 homes in Orange County were impacted and/or damaged. He notes that it will take days to get a full picture of the destruction, adding, “From impacted to destroyed homes, there are different levels of that, but there are about a 100 homes, but we’re going to… Keep Reading
January 26, 2023
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Red Cross Shelter Opens in Bridge City
The American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region opened an emergency shelter Wednesday to assist those impacted by the severe weather that hit Southeast Texas. The shelter opened Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Bridge Point Fellowship Overflow in Bridge City at 9 p.m. Red Cross workers are prepared to provide warm meals, a safe place… Keep Reading
January 26, 2023
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Three Tornadoes Hit Southeast Texas This Week
According to National Weather Service Lake Charles, the tornado that hit Orange County was one of three that went through Southeast Texas on Tuesday. Meteorologist Chanelle Stigger noted that all the tornadoes were from a line of thunderstorms that moved through. She added, “However, it wasn’t, more than likely, the same one that picked up and… Keep Reading
January 24, 2023
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Candidate Packets Available for City of Vidor Elections
Candidate Packets are now available for the May 6, 2023, City of Vidor General Election. Packets contain an Application for a Place on the Ballot, Texas Ethics Commission’s Form CTA – Appointment of a Campaign Treasurer by a Candidate, as well as other candidate forms and instructions. Note: The Application for a Place on the… 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