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
June 15, 2022
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SBDC Small Business of the Year Winners Announced
The Small Business Development Center’s 2022 Annual Small Business Awards Banquet was held on June 14, 2022. The winner of Small Business of the Year from the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce was CASA of the Sabine Neches Region. CASA of the Sabine Neches Region is a non-profit organization that supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer… Keep Reading
June 15, 2022
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Orange Community Players to Present Charlotte’s Web
The Orange Community Players will present Charlotte’s Web starting on Friday, June 24, 2022, and Sat., June 25, 2022, at 7:37 p.m., and a matinee performance on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at 2:37 pm at the First United Methodist Church, Tow Inn. The cast features Destiny Jones, Hannah Lormand, Gage Johnson, Blakeley Comeaux, Alice Swarmers,… Keep Reading
June 14, 2022
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LSCO Sees Increase in Summer Enrollment
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) announced this week that it has seen more than a 16% increase in summer enrollment when compared to the previous year. Summer and Summer Full Term unduplicated enrollment was 796 in 2021 and is 925 for 2022, representing a 16.2% increase. “We are excited to see this increased Summer enrollment… Keep Reading
June 13, 2022
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Spaces Still Available in Teacher Conservation Institute
The Teacher Conservation Institute (TCI) is a series of multi-day professional development workshops for educators focusing on the scientific stewardship of our natural resources for middle school and high school teachers. The courses are designed to showcase the environmental, social, and economic benefits provided by our Texas forests while equipping teachers with resources to implement… Keep Reading
Phi Delta Kappa Local Chapter Donates Books to WOCCISD Read and Roll Bus Program
May 26, 2021
Epsilon Lambda Chapter of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. donated boxes of books to the WOCCISD Read and Roll Bus book campaign. The program works in conjunction with the WOCCISD Child Nutrition Department to provide meals and reading opportunities to students during the summer months. Dr. Alicia Sigee, Director of Student Services,
Art Quest @ Home Returns to Stark Museum of Art
May 26, 2021
Designed for students entering 1st – 6th grades, Art Quest @ Home gives children the opportunity to create meaningful art from the comfort and safety of their own home. Each FREE camp session includes a kit of supplies, easy-to-follow instructions, and access to online content including video demonstrations. Limited kits are available per session and
Pinehurst Fire Department Hosting Open House June 5
May 25, 2021
Note: The event has been canceled due to pending inclement weather and will be rescheduled for July 10. The Pinehurst Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an open house on Saturday, June 5 from 10 AM – 4 PM at 2497 Martin Luther King Jr Dr. behind the Pinehurst City Hall and Police Station. This is
Residents Encouraged to Report Severe Weather Damages
May 24, 2021
The Orange County Office of Emergency Management and Orange County Disaster Rebuild is encouraging all residents in Orange County to self-report any damages to their homes from the severe weather that has occurred over the last few days. If you sustained damage to your home as a result of the severe weather, please utilize this
Depot Day Scheduled for June 5
May 24, 2021
NOTE: Due to inclement weather, this event has been postponed to Oct. 2. Mark your calendars and grab your kiddos for some fun at the Orange Train Depot for Depot Day 2021. Scheduled for June 5, 2021, from 10 AM – 2 PM at the Orange Train Depot at 1210 Green Avenue in Orange, Depot
Vidor ISD Community Education Offering Variety of Children’s Summer Camps
May 19, 2021
Vidor ISD Community Education is offering a variety of children’s summer camps. Residence in Vidor is not required. The camps include soccer, basketball, cartooning, arts and crafts, animals, cooking, science, old-fashioned games, and robotics and coding. Camps are only $40 each unless there is a t-shirt or supplies required. To register, visit them 120 E
Shootout on the Sabine Canceled
May 19, 2021
The Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau has regretfully made the decision to cancel Shootout on the Sabine, Zydeco concert, and fireworks show scheduled for May 22 and 23. They feel that it is in the best interest and safety of the DSRA racers to cancel this event due to unfavorable weather conditions and water levels
Bridge City ISD Announces Cancellation of Remote Learning for 2021-22 School Year
May 18, 2021
Bridge City ISD will transition to in-person learning for all students for the 2021-2022 school year. Remote instruction will no longer remain an option. As the district makes this transition, mitigation practices and nonpharmaceutical interventions will remain in place for the continued health and safety of all employees & students. BCISD appreciates the continued support
LCM Announces Top Grads
May 18, 2021
Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School has set 2021 Graduation for Tuesday, May 25, 2021, beginning at 8:00 PM in Battlin’ Bear Stadium. Top graduates this year are Bella Rogers and Seonghak Kim. Valedictorian Bella Rogers is the daughter of Mark and Carolyn Rogers. Her involvement in school organizations includes 3 years in Quiz Bowl, one year
Sandbags Available for Heavy Rainfall Predicted for Orange Area
May 17, 2021
According to the National Weather Service – Lake Charles, today marks the first of several periods of heavy rain and storms in our region. Severe storms are possible throughout the afternoon. During periods of heavy rain, roadways may begin to hold water. If you notice water over the roadway, turn around. Do not drive through