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 11, 2023
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BCISD Hires Kimberly Smalley as Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Bridge City Independent School District (BCISD) has hired Kimberly Smalley as Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Kimberly Smalley is an accomplished student-centered educational leader. She pursued her higher education at Lamar State College-Orange, earning an Associate of Science in Academic Studies in Education, and at Lamar University Beaumont, earning a Bachelor’s degree and a Master… Keep Reading
July 11, 2023
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New Restaurant Planned for Former Pop’s Place in Vidor
The former Pop’s Place, located at 4795 N Main St. in Vidor, has a new owner and a new concept. New owner Joseph Crapanzano wants to create a family-oriented restaurant under a new name, Gerri Joe’s. Crapanzano has restaurants in Miami, LA, New York, and New Jersey. Crapanzano’s prime goal is to make his new venture… Keep Reading
July 10, 2023
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Back to School Orange County TX Open for Preregistration
Back to School Orange County is planned for August 5, 2023, from 9 AM-noon at the Lamar State College Orange Student Center. At this event, children can pick up school supplies, get free haircuts. and be immunized for children PreK-18 years. Supplies are limited, so students will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. All… Keep Reading
July 10, 2023
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City of Vidor Hotel/Motel Tax Applications Available
Hotel Occupancy Tax Applications for 2023 to 2024 are available through July 21, 2023. Please see the application here or the application is also available at City Hall between 8 am and 5 pm Monday through Friday. Please contact Betty Strong, City Secretary, for any questions at bstrong@cityofvidor.com.
Light Up Main Street Returns to Vidor in 2021
June 30, 2021
Light Up Main Street, sponsored by the Vidor Chamber of Commerce, is returning to Main Street in 2021. Vidor businesses can spotlight their business during the holiday with a lighted Christmas decoration of their choice, along with a banner with the business name and contact info. After the holidays, the banners with the business info
Food Truck Friday Continues on July 2
June 29, 2021
Orange County Disaster Rebuild’s initial Food Truck Friday was such a success that they are hosting another one on Friday, July 2. Taco Rey and The Snack Shack will be the featured food trucks. Taco Rey’s menu will be : Fajita Tacos – Fajita Quesadilla- Street Tacos – Cheese Quesadilla – Fajita Nachos – Chips
Orange County Flood Maps Become Final
June 29, 2021
New flood maps become effective Dec. 16, 2021, for Orange County, Texas. Residents are encouraged to examine the maps to determine if they are in a low-to-moderate- or high-risk flood zone. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will be working with your community on updating each floodplain ordinance and adopting these new
Texas Avenue Trade Days Scheduled for July 10 in Bridge City
June 28, 2021
Texas Avenue Market Days will be held Saturday, July 10, 2021, at 1650 Texas Avenue in Bridge City from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. The event will be hosted by TotalCare Your Medical Home and Sweet Boutique and Desserts. Event parking will be through the gate at the Well of Hope Church at the end of the
CASA Sponsors Family Fun Day Saturday
June 24, 2021
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region is hosting a free family fun day on Saturday, June 26, 2021, from 10 AM – 3 PM at Claiborne Park, located at 4105 North St. in Vidor. Bring the kids out for a day in the park with bounce houses (sponsored by Justice Claims), games, face painting, dunking
Gopher Industrial Hosts Fish Fry Fundraiser for United Way
June 24, 2021
Gopher Industrial will have a fish fry fundraiser to benefit United Way of Orange County on Friday, July 23, 2021, beginning at 11 AM at the Orange Boating Club, located at 2206 FM 1006 in Orange. Plates are $10 and will include fried fish, beans, potato salad, and hushpuppies. Deliveries are available for preorders of
Beauty Body Beauty Supply & Boutique Opens for Business
June 23, 2021
The Greater Area Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Grand Opening of Beauty Body Beauty Supply & Boutique at 1607 North 16th Street in Orange. This business is the first black-owned beauty supply business in Orange. In her shop, owner Natalya Hebert provides a variety of hair and skin products
OCAA Meals on Wheels Downtown Cafe Reopening
June 22, 2021
Orange Community Action Association (OCAA) is reopening the Downtown Cafe on July 1. 2021, at 11:30 AM at 103 5th St., in Orange. The cafe has been closed for over a year due to COVID. All Seniors over 60 are welcome to this event. The Community Players will be singing, Judge John Gothia will say
Team Granger Opens New Dealership
June 22, 2021
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commer helped Team Granger host their Ribbon Cutting on June 17, 2021, at their brand new location at 4103 I-10 East Orange. The new dealership, Granger Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram. They sell and service all new Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram products including commercials vehicles. They also sell and
Orange County Disaster Rebuild Kicks Off Food Truck Fridays on June 25
June 21, 2021
Orange County Disaster Rebuild is excited to announce a new fundraising event!! OCDR will be hosting Food Truck Fridays beginning Friday, June 25, 2021, from 11 am to 2 pm located at the Orange County Courthouse parking lot located at 123 S. 6th Street. They will be bringing in new food trucks every week. Their