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Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Winners at 2019 Banquet

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

Bridge City Launches First Annual “Christmas Trail

September 4, 2025

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Bridge City Launches First Annual “Christmas Trail

The City of Bridge City is excited to announce the debut of its First Annual Christmas Trail, a brand-new feature of the beloved Christmas in the Park celebration taking place on Friday, December 5, 2025. Local businesses are invited to take part in this festive community tradition by designing and decorating a unique holiday display…. Keep Reading

Orange Community Players Present a Stirring Revival of Our Town – 75 Years After Their First Curtain Call

September 3, 2025

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Orange Community Players Present a Stirring Revival of Our Town – 75 Years After Their First Curtain Call

The Orange Community Players are proud to announce their upcoming production of Our Town, Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, directed by Craig Bertrand. This celebrated classic will be performed from September 4–6, 2025, with a special matinee on September 7, at the Orange Community Players Theatre, located at 3330 Bowling Ln, Orange, TX. This revival… Keep Reading

Studio Seventeen Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility

September 3, 2025

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Studio Seventeen Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility

Exciting growth is in motion at Studio Seventeen, a cornerstone of the local dance community, as they proudly celebrated the grand opening of their brand-new facility on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Located at 1700 Allie Payne Road, the upgraded studio space marks a significant milestone in Studio Seventeen’s continued commitment to excellence in dance education…. Keep Reading

Toddler Tales Return This Fall with Free Outdoor Storytime Series

September 2, 2025

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Toddler Tales Return This Fall with Free Outdoor Storytime Series

Get ready for storybook adventures under the autumn sky—Toddler Tales is back this fall at Shangri La Botanical Gardens, offering a fun and engaging way for little ones to explore the joy of reading in a beautiful garden setting. Designed for children ages 1–3 and their grown-ups, this FREE program runs on select Tuesdays at… Keep Reading

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Funding Secured to Remove Debris From Bayous

Funding Secured to Remove Debris From Bayous

June 9, 2021

The Orange County Drainage District has commenced its Bayous Debris Removal Project, which involves primarily the removal of fallen trees and other vegetative debris from within Adams Bayou, Cow Bayou, and Little Cypress Bayou. The purpose of the project is to remove this debris from these three bayous so that drainage is not impaired within

Orange Chamber Establishes Young Professionals Group

Orange Chamber Establishes Young Professionals Group

June 8, 2021

The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce (GOACC) is seeking young professionals aged 21-40 who are interested in networking among professionals in our community. Next Generation Orange County (NGOC) is designed to create and support emerging community leaders. The network exists to foster relationships among young professionals, support civic involvement, and promote overall investment in the

Stark Cultural Venues Coloring Book Now Available

Stark Cultural Venues Coloring Book Now Available

June 7, 2021

Drop by the Stark Museum of Art today to be one of the first people to visit our special exhibition and pick up your free copy of their coloring book. The exhibition features original contour line drawings created by SMA Teaching Artist Karen Leonard that highlight the unique locations and collections at the Stark Museum

LSCO to Return to “Normal” Schedule in Fall

LSCO to Return to “Normal” Schedule in Fall

June 7, 2021

President, Dr. Thomas Johnson, announced that LSCO will return to its normal campus life and schedule this upcoming Fall semester. The Fall schedule will closely resemble Fall 2019 in regard to face-to-face offerings and enrollment capacities. “The past fourteen months have been challenging for all of us. But members of our Gator community have proven

LSCO to Name Future Plaza After Gatemouth Brown

LSCO to Name Future Plaza After Gatemouth Brown

June 3, 2021

Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is pleased to announce that the new plaza currently under construction on campus will be named “Gatemouth Plaza” in honor and in memory of the late Grammy award-winning and multi-talented musician and Orange native, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown. LSCO President, Dr. Thomas Johnson, brought the concept to the Texas State University

Stark Museum of Art Offering Free Summer Teacher Workshops

Stark Museum of Art Offering Free Summer Teacher Workshops

June 2, 2021

Free Summer Art Teacher Workshops are back at the Stark Museum of Art. Join art educators from across the area as we center ourselves for the next school year and refresh our pottery practice! Registration is available free of charge for Region 5 and Calcasieu Parish Art Teachers. Limited class sizes. Advanced registration required. Registration

Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Available to All WOCCISD Students

Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Available to All WOCCISD Students

June 2, 2021

Since all WOCCISD students were eligible for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) this past school year, your family may be eligible for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) benefits to purchase food. P-EBT benefits can be used to buy food from any retailer that accepts the Lone Star Card. If you currently receive SNAP or

Orange Chamber Hosts Tim Schossow Memorial Golf Tournament

Orange Chamber Hosts Tim Schossow Memorial Golf Tournament

June 1, 2021

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 1st Annual Tim Schossow Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, August 30, 2021, at the Sunset Grove Golf Course at 2900 West Sunset Dr. in Orange. Net proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Chamber’s Non-Profit of the Year Award recipient, CASA of the Sabine

Vidor Public Library Announces Summer Reading Program

Vidor Public Library Announces Summer Reading Program

June 1, 2021

The Vidor Public Library will host the Summer Reading program for 2021 at Vidor High School Auditorium. The theme this year is “Tales and Tails”. Children must read 20 books to be eligible for a chance to win one of the grand prizes. Age limit is 1 year to 16 years of age. You do

409 Marketplace Holds Grand Opening

409 Marketplace Holds Grand Opening

May 27, 2021

409 Marketplace is holding its Grand Opening on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at 2492 Martin Luther King Dr. in Orange in the old Pink Rooster location.  They are a gift boutique offering a variety of merchandise like home decor, gifts, apparel, and more. Business hours are Tuesday-Friday from 10 am-6  pm and Saturdays from 10

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