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
September 21, 2023
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Texas Workforce Commission Grants Over $400,000 in Job Training Funds
The Texas Workforce Commission presented checks to seven local schools on September 14, 2023, including Lamar State College Orange. Lamar State College Orange President Dr. Thomas Johnson spoke about the programs these grants totaling $434,591 helped to fund. The first grant of $159,780 was used for the purchase of a construction crane and heavy equipment… Keep Reading
September 21, 2023
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Shangri La Opens 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival Registrations
Shangri La Gardens has opened registration to participate in the 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival, scheduled for Oct. 10-28, 2023. Celebrate the changing season at the 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival, featuring dozens of unique scarecrow designs, fall flowering displays, thousands of pumpkins, and autumn decorations displayed throughout the gardens. See what the talented members of the… Keep Reading
September 20, 2023
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Stark Museum of Art to Offer Adult Studio Class
Develop your ability to create observational drawings from life. During this three-week class, you will learn how to create representational pencil drawings of a Western still-life scene successfully. Participants will explore sighting techniques and compositional choices, as well as improve their ability to depict form, light, and shadow, as well as complete a 14″x17″ still… Keep Reading
September 20, 2023
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Storytime Returns to the Orange Public Library
Storytime returns to the Orange Public Library every Wednesday morning from September 13 – December 13, 2023, at 220 5th St. in Orange. Early Literacy: 10:15 – 10:45 am Preschool Storytime is designed for 3 – 5-year-olds. Children enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger puppet plays, and more during this time. Lapsit: 11:00 –… Keep Reading
Orange Public Library Hosting Scholastic Book Fair and Summer Reading Program
April 26, 2021
The Orange Public Libary will be hosting the Scholastic Book Fair from June 1-11 at the Orange Public Library at 220 5th St., Orange. The Summer Reading Program registration will begin on June 1, 2021, and will begin on June 9. For more info, contact the Orange Public Library at (409) 883-1086.
Orange County EDC Plans Small Business Summit
April 22, 2021
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) will host a FREE Virtual Small Business Summit on May 12, 2021, from 9 am-12 pm. This online event will be aimed toward providing small businesses in Orange County with resources, contacts, and tools to help drive the continued success of their business while offering a virtual networking
80th Annual Lions Club Carnival Dates Set for Summer
April 22, 2021
The dates of the Orange Lions Club Charity Carnival have been set for June 16-19, June 23-26, and June 30-July 3, 2021 at the Orange Lions City Park. The carnival’s traditional fall schedule has been beleaguered in the past several years from inclement weather, due primarily to hurricanes striking the Gulf Coast. In 2020, the
Heritage House Museum to Host Evergreen Cemetery Walk
April 21, 2021
The Heritage House of Orange County will present its Evergreen Cemetery Walk taking place at 408 Border St. Orange, TX, 77630 on April 25, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. The walk will feature the gravesites of famous Orange individuals for whom the streets were named. Ticket prices are $5 for 12 years old and up. Members
Free Diabetes Classes to Be Held
April 20, 2021
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will be holding free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Discover how to prevent and control type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes (on Mondays) starting on May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 25, 2021,
Mathews Jewelers Sponsoring Sip and Shop to Benefit Orange Rotary
April 20, 2021
Mathews Jewelers Orange is sponsoring a Sip and Shop event on Saturday, April 24, 2021, from noon – 4 PM at Free State Cellars Winery, 4702 Tejas Parkway in Orange. Proceeds of all sales and raffles will benefit the Rotary Club of Orange Scholarship Fund. The event will showcase new arrivals from Julie Vos, Kendra
Mauriceville 2021 Crawfish Bash Announces Entertainment
April 19, 2021
Who wants all -you-can-eat-crawfish provided by world-class competitors? On Saturday, May 1, 2021, the Mauriceville Heritage Association will be providing some of the best crawfish in the area at an unbeatable all-you-can-eat (AYCE) price. Spend the day listening to great music and eat as much crawfish as you want. Visit with the competitors and choose
Emergency Prep Supplies Tax Holiday April 24-26
April 19, 2021
Natural disasters will continue to happen, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prepare yourself during the 2021 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday for emergencies that can cause physical damage like hurricanes, flash floods, and wildfires. You can purchase certain emergency preparation supplies tax-free during the sales tax holiday. There is no limit on the number
May 1 General Elections in City of Orange Rapidly Approaching
April 15, 2021
The May 1, 2021, General Election is rapidly approaching in the City of Orange. Positions up for election May 1, 2021, include: Mayor (At-Large) Council Member Place 1 (Single-Member District 1) Early Voting Polling Locations include: Orange Public Library (Ira Williamson Meeting Room), 220 N. Fifth Street, Orange, Texas Bridge City ISD Admin. Bldg. (Board
Orange City Council Agrees to Purchase High Water Rescue Trucks
April 14, 2021
City of Orange Fire Chief, David Frenzel, discussed the purchase of two (2) high water rescue vehicles during the Orange City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 13. The vehicles will be partially paid for through an Infrastructure Grant from the Texas General Land Office as a part of Disaster Relief from Hurricane Harvey. The remainder