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
January 9, 2020
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County Offering New Classes in 2020
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County is having upcoming classes starting on January 25th. January 25: Bee Hive Building Class: This is a free class that will be from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. The topics will include: What woodware is best for you? How to assemble your boxes and frames. General question. … Keep Reading
January 8, 2020
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Mardi Gras Comes to Orange in 2020
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, will be hosting the 17th Annual Mardi Gras Weekend – February 14 & 15, 2020. Opening the Orange Mardi Gras Weekend, the Flashback Friday Parade will be held on Friday, February 14, beginning at 6:30 P.M. Attendees are… Keep Reading
January 7, 2020
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HarvestCall Arrives to Help Orange County Homeowners Rebuild
Orange County Disaster Rebuild and North Orange Baptist Church welcome HarvestCall to Orange. The volunteers from this organization will be in our community for three months rebuilding and repairing homes damaged by Hurricane Harvey in Orange County. Volunteers will be housed at North Orange Baptist Church. HarvestCall is an outreach of the Apostolic Christian… Keep Reading
January 6, 2020
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GovernmentLocal RoundupSchools
WOCCISD Allocated Federal Grant to Rebuild West Orange-Stark Middle School
The West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District will receive a $1,823,500.38 federal grant to rebuild West Orange-Stark Middle School after damage caused by Hurricane Harvey, U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced today. The funding comes from the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Robert T. Stafford Act, which grants authority for… Keep Reading
Kiwanis Club of Orange Awards Scholarships
May 13, 2021
Two LCM seniors, John Paul Sulak and Spencer Layman, have received the Q.B. Culpepper and Ben Culpepper Leadership Awards from the Kiwanis Club of Orange. The awards, which are given to Key Club students, carry a $1,000.00 scholarship. John Paul will attend Texas A&M University and Spencer has committed to Baylor University in the fall.
Spindletop Center Offering New Outreach Services
May 12, 2021
During this challenging time, Spindletop Center is working to support those in the community who may be experiencing feelings of stress, anxiety, or fear. Spindletop Center is a non-profit healthcare organization specializing in behavioral healthcare, programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use recovery services for each stage of life. Stronger Together
Entertainment Announced for Shootout on the Sabine
May 12, 2021
The Orange Convention and Visitor’s Bureau has announced the entertainment for the 2021 Shootout on the Sabine on May 22 at the Riverside Pavilion beginning at 7 pm. Grammy-nominated Zydeco innovator Corey Ledet will be performing. Corey Ledet is a world traveler, having performed in 15 countries. He has done numerous tours across North America,
Vidor Chamber Hosting Business-to-Business Luncheon
May 11, 2021
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce has begun to host their Business to Business luncheons once again. Whether you own a business in Vidor, manage a business in Vidor, are you looking to grow your business in Vidor, or are seeking to network with business owners, you are invited to attend. B2B lunches will be on
Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event Planned for May 15
May 11, 2021
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) is hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event. The event will be held in the parking lot of the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center at 3401 Cultural Center Drive in Port
New Cajun Eatery Opens Off I-10
May 11, 2021
Bliss Box, located at 7247 IH10 has recently opened for business. They are located at the former Homsi’s restaurant. Bliss Box features a wide variety of fried seafood items and a frozen meat section where patrons can purchase a wide variety of sausages and boudin. Business hours are as follows: Monday through Saturday from 8
Applications Open for Hotel/Motel Tax Funds
May 10, 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
Tropical Vibe Daiquiris Opens for Business
May 10, 2021
The City of Orange is excited to welcome Tropical Vibes Daiquiris, located at 1408 10th Street in Orange. They offer a large variety of flavored daiquiris. Their business hours are: Sunday through Thursday – 2 P.M. to 10 P.M. Friday – 2 P.M. to 12 A.M. Saturday – 12 P.M. to 12 A.M. For additional
Pink Rooster Treasures Holds Grand Opening at New Location
May 6, 2021
Pink Rooster Treasures, now located at 3109 Edgar Brown Drive Suite C, in Orange, is holding its grand opening on Thursday, May 6, at its new location next to CATO and Burkes Outlet by Walmart from 10 AM – 6 PM. Wing Junkies food truck will be on-site all day, and if you spend $100
Shangri La Botanical Gardens Offering Summer Camps
May 6, 2021
EcoRanger Summer Camps are returning to Shangri La Gardens. Children entering K-9th grade will discover a variety of ecosystems, study different critters and engage in many hands-on activities and active games. These camps are focused on fun, science, and nature and are taught by the educators at Shangri La Gardens. The camps and dates include: