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 21, 2021
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Cops and Kids 29th Annual Picnic Rescheduled to July 30
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office 29th Annual Cops and Kids Picnic has been rescheduled to Friday, July 30, 2021, from 10 AM – 2 PM at Claiborne West Park, located off of Interstate-10 12 miles west of Orange. The reason for the schedule change is due to the saturated grounds at Claiborne Park. The event… Keep Reading
July 21, 2021
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LSCO Announce Reduction In LSCO Tuition, Book Costs
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, Orange’s state representative, Texas State University System Chancellor Brian McCall and Lamar State College Orange President Thomas Johnson announced at a joint press conference today that new tuition parity funding passed in this year’s legislative session will further reduce the cost of tuition at the Lamar State Colleges, including Lamar… Keep Reading
July 20, 2021
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Orange Lions Clubs Installs New Officers
The Orange Lions Club held their new officer installation Monday Night. Incoming officers include new President Terrie Salter, First Vice President Grover Roberts III, Second Vice President Jared Wilson, and Third Vice President Brittney Johnson. Awards were also given at the event. The Lion of the Year: Award went to Chris Horner and the Rookie… Keep Reading
July 19, 2021
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Food Truck Friday Returns July 23
Mark your calendars for another great Food Truck Friday event that will be happening this Friday, July 23, 2021. The guest food trucks will be MrBurger Seafood and Wing Junkies. They will be setting up at the Orange County Courthouse parking lot located at 123 S. 6th Street in Orange from 11 am to 2… Keep Reading
Lutcher Theater Announces The 2021-2022 Season
June 21, 2021
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces the 2021-2022 Season. With the curtains rising after the longest intermission ever, the Lutcher welcomes performers and patrons back with an exciting and star-studded 42nd Season lineup. This season Lutcher Theater is presenting 10 incredible events, including 7 national touring Broadway shows, a family holiday spectacular, country
Orange City Council Approves 2021 Annual Action Plan Budget
June 17, 2021
On March 23, 2021, the Orange City Council approved the proposed 2021 Annual Action Plan budget, Year 3, of the City’s Five-Year Consolidated Grant Program. Copies of the 2021 Annual Action Plan in draft form are available at the Neighborhood Facility, Planning & Community Development Department from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Hotel/Motel Tax Funds Applications Open to Non-Profits
June 17, 2021
The City of Orange Hotel/Motel Tax Committee has released applications for non-profit entities within the City of Orange to apply for a portion of the City’s Hotel/Motel Tax funds. Any 501 (C) organization in the City of Orange that attracts visitors to the City of Orange, Texas can submit applications to the committee. Under Section
United Way of Orange County Hosts Online Auction Fundraiser
June 16, 2021
Because the United Way of Orange County isn’t able to host their Dueling Piano event in 2021, they are instead hosting an online auction as a major fundraiser for their partner agencies. The funds raised will go to help with the health, education, and financial stability of those in need from Orange County. Items available
Orange Hosts 4th of July Concert and Fireworks Celebration
June 15, 2021
The City of Orange is thrilled to host the 2021 4th of July Concert and Fireworks Celebration. This event will be open to the public at 5 P.M. on Sunday, July 4, at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 502 E. Destroyer Drive off Simmons Drive and near the City of Orange Boat Ramp. The celebration
Tangled Tales Escape Room Offered at Orange Public Library
June 15, 2021
The Tangled Tales Escape Room at the Orange Public Library will run July 6-July 31. Puzzles/Clues are designed for teens and adults, but children can enjoy the adventure with help from an adult. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Time Slots will be: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 10:30 and 2:30 Tuesday
80th Annual Lions Club Carnival Opens This Week
June 14, 2021
The Orange Lions Club Charity Carnival is back for a new season! Opening weekend is June 16-19, as well as June 23-26 and June 30-July 3. Wednesday and Thursday hours are 6:30 PM-10 PM. Friday and Saturday hours are 6:30 PM-11 PM, and Kiddie Day is the first 1st Saturday, June 19, 2021, and the
CCR Graphics Announces Back-to-School Sponsorship
June 14, 2021
CCR Graphics, located at 2331 MacArthur Dr. West in Orange their Back to School Sponsorship. They will provide two children with everything the children need to go back to school, including school supplies and clothing. One girl and one boy will be chosen. All entries are confidential. The deadline for entries is July 9, 2021.
5Point Credit Union Opens for Business
June 10, 2021
The City of Orange is excited to announce that 5Point Credit Union, located at 3728 N. 16th Street, is now open.5Point Credit Union was chartered in 1935 by the employees of the Texaco oil refinery in Port Arthur, Texas. After 80 years serving the great state of Texas, the credit union has grown to over
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Bill Clark Pest Control
June 9, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for new member Bill Clark Pest Control, one of the largest independent pest control companies in the State of Texas, serving all of Southeast Texas, on June 8, 2021. Bill L. Clark and business partner Don Stroope founded the Beaumont pest control company in 1957. In 1965,