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
July 18, 2019
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Orange County Schools Receive More Than $2 Million from Rebuild Texas Fund
According to 12NewsNow and the Rebuild Texas Fund, the Rebuild Texas Fund awarded more than $2.2 million in grants to several Orange County school districts. As seen in its mission statement, the Rebuild Texas Fund has committed to helping areas of Texas hit by Hurricane Harvey to recover but focuses on smaller communities. Little Cypress-Mauriceville… Keep Reading
July 18, 2019
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Local Anglers in Top Contests
One of the biggest events in professional bass fishing, FLW (Fishing League Worldwide) Forest Wood Cup, is happening next month in Hot Springs, AR. Some have called it “The Superbowl of Bass Fishing.” Orange native Tommy Dickerson is one of the anglers that has fished his way to the top and qualified for this event… Keep Reading
July 18, 2019
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Back to School Orange County Underway
Back to School Orange County will be held on Saturday, August 3 from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. at Lamar State College-Orange Student Center. This event provides school supplies and immunizations on a first-come, first-serve basis. All parents or legal guardians must be present with children and must bring proof of the child’s enrollment in… Keep Reading
July 17, 2019
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Pinehurst Police Department Seeking Help with Burglary at Triple L Powersports
According to KFDM News and Crimestoppers, the Pinehurst Police Department is seeking the public’s help with a burglary that occurred at Triple L Powersports, which is located at 1800 Strickland Drive in Pinehurst. Unknown persons entered the business between 3 PM Monday and 8 AM Tuesday and removed 2-2019 Honda CRF110 dirt bikes, 1-2019 Honda… Keep Reading
K9 Devine Dog Grooming & Boarding Opens for Business in Little Cypress
August 4, 2021
K9 Devine Dog Grooming & Boarding has opened for business in Little Cypress at 8117 Hwy 87 (just up the road from Cypress Animal Clinic). This location will specialize in dogs that are not spayed. They offer dog boarding and daycare including all day, off-leash, cage-free play. Their boarding program offers indoor and outdoor play
Public Hearing to be Held on City of Vidor Budget
August 4, 2021
City Council of the City of Vidor will hold a Public Hearing on a proposed budget for the City of Vidor, Texas, a copy of which can be obtained from the City Secretary, Vicki Watson, 1395 North Main Street, Vidor, Texas 77662, or from the City’s website. The proposed budget is for the fiscal year
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Skin Deep
August 2, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Skin Deep on Thursday, July 29. Skin Deep is located at 18635 I 10 in Vidor. Their business hours are Monday -Friday from 10 am – 5:30 pm and Saturday from 10 am- 2 pm. They are closed on Sunday. They offer a local SETX experience
Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau Announces New Fall Festival, Orangetober
August 2, 2021
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau announces the inaugural Orangetober Festival! This event will be held on October 1 and 2 at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive. The Orangetober Festival will feature a pumpkin village, vendor market, live entertainment, food vendors, gumbo cookoff, and much more! The vendor market will
Roberts Meat Market Catches Fire
July 29, 2021
This morning around 3:00 am Pinehurst Fire was dispatched to Robert’s Meat Market and Steakhouse in reference to a structure fire. Upon arrival, the rear of the business was fully engulfed. With the assistance of ESD 3, ESD 4, Bridge City Fire, and Orange Fire, Pinehurst Fire Department was able to take control of the
Food Truck Friday Returns July 30
July 28, 2021
Orange County Disaster Rebuild is hosting another Food Truck Friday on Friday, July 30, 2021, located at the Orange County Courthouse from 11 am to 2 pm!! The featured food trucks are Cajunxion and Smash Wagon. Please see below for the menus. Mark your calendars to come and grab some great lunch.
Teens Making a Difference Hosting Let’s Glow Crazy Back-to-School Event
July 28, 2021
Teens Making a Difference is hosting the 3rd Annual Back to School event and partnering with over 40 businesses, organizations, and alumni. The event will be held Saturday, July 31, 2021, from 10 am-2 pm at Riverfront Boardwalk & Pavillion, 601 Division St. in Orange. They will have free backpacks, free supplies, a rock climbing
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office Offering Home & Body Essentials DIY Class
July 27, 2021
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office is having a Home & Body Essentials DIY Class. The class will be on Saturday, August 14, 2021, from 10 am to 2 pm and is $25 per person. It will be held at the Extension Office at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center on FM 1442. Enjoy
Texas Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 6-8
July 26, 2021
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Aug. 6-8. State law exempts sales tax on qualified items – such as clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks – priced below $100, saving shoppers about $8 on
Back-to-School Sunday Funday Planned for August 7
July 26, 2021
Fruit City Is Back and Blaccellent will be hosting Back-to-School Sunday Funday on Sunday, August 7, 2021, from 2 PM to 5 PM at Navy Park in Orange. The community is invited to join in on the fun and enjoy bounce houses, cotton candy, popcorn, hot dogs, and much more! School supplies and backpacks will