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
March 14, 2024
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SETX Social Service Resource Guide Now Available
The City of Orange is proud to introduce the Southeast Texas Social Services Resource Guide, compilation of essential phone numbers to connect citizens with various services and assistance programs. In recognition of the diverse needs of the citizens of Orange, this guide encompasses a wide range of social services provided by local organizations and aims… Keep Reading
March 14, 2024
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March 2024 Adulting 101 Program to Focus on Acing the Application
On the third Tuesday of each month from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, the Orange Public Library hosts “Adulting 101”, a program designed to introduce an “adulting” skill. Join Goodwill Industries on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm for a presentation on “Acing the Application.” This program is designed for ages… Keep Reading
March 14, 2024
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2nd Annual Spring Break Shootout – Jet Ski Races Scheduled for March 15-16
Get ready to make a splash as the 2nd annual Spring Break Shootout – Jet Ski Races return to Orange, TX in 2024! Catch all the action on March 15 -16, 2024, when Explore Orange and Nauti Water Racing host the Spring Break Shootout – Jet Ski Races at the Riverside Pavilion and City of… Keep Reading
March 13, 2024
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Texas Cottage Food Laws Workshop Offered on March 18
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office will be offering a workshop on Cottage Food Law on March 18, 2024, at 6 PM at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center, located at 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. The workshop is tailored for farmers markets and open to everyone interested in learning. Whether you’re a seasoned vendor… Keep Reading
Area Code Required to Dial 409 Numbers Beginning October 24
April 13, 2021
The Texas Public Utility Commission says that as of October 24, 2021, the 409 area code will be one of seven across the state in which residents will be required to first dial the area code before entering the remaining seven numbers to make a local telephone call. On July 16, 2020, the Federal Communications
Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event Planned for May 15
April 12, 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
SETRPC Offing Stabilization Services to Those Impacted by Imelda
April 12, 2021
The SETRPC (Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission) is offering stabilization services to qualifying residents of Orange County impacted by Tropical Storm Imelda. SETRPC stabilization services will include utility services such as water, gas, gas-disconnect notices (no deposits/late fees/re-connect charges), and rent services such as eviction notices (no deposits/application fees/late fees/court & filing fees). Orange County
CASA to Host Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Memorial Vigil
April 9, 2021
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region invites the entire Orange County community to join us as we remember those children who lost their lives in Texas due to abuse and/or neglect in 2020 and renew our commitment to do all we can to prevent future abuse, neglect, and loss of life. The vigil is scheduled
Depot Days Are Back
April 8, 2021
NOTE: Due to inclement weather, Depot Days has been postponed and rescheduled to June 5, 2021. Mark your calendars and grab your kiddos for some fun at the Orange Train Depot for Depot Day 2021. Scheduled for May 1 from 10 AM – 2 PM at the Orange Train Depot at 1210 Green Avenue in
Chosen Weeds Farm Hosting Family Homesteading Classes
April 7, 2021
Learning how to be more self-sufficient by discovering how a farm works and where food comes from is the goal of Chosen Weeds Farm’s new Famly Homesteading Classes. Owner/farmer Stephanie Harren will teach families: How to raise chickens and ducks. How to plant your own veggies with your family’s own veggie plot and all the
BASS Master Elite and Sabine River Festival This Weekend Releases Schedule of Events
April 7, 2021
BASS Master Elite Series/Orange County River Festival is happening in downtown Orange from April 8-11 at the Simmons Drive Boat Ramp. Come out to see the beautiful new Riverside Pavilion, too. On Thursday night, the entertainment will be Joey Greer. Friday night entertainment is Bag of Donuts, and Saturday night features Neil McCoy at 7:30
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Offering Several Children’s Summer Camps
April 6, 2021
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will be hosting several children’s summer camps. The summer camps include: June 21-24 Summer Youth Cooking Camp, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm daily, registration fee $50 July 13-16 Kids Beginning Sewing Camp, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm daily, registration fee $20 July 27-29 Clover Day Camp Adventures, 1:00 pm – 4:00
Orange County Master Gardeners Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Sale Planned for Saturday
April 5, 2021
The Orange County Mastery Gardeners have scheduled their 2021 Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair for Saturday, April 10, 2021, at Cormier Park, 8235 FM 1442, Orangefield, from 8 AM – 1 PM or longer if necessary. They will adhere to the CDC COVID-19 guidelines for requiring masks, social distancing, etc. Masks must cover both the mouth
Art in the Park and Riverfront Car Show Returning April 2021
April 5, 2021
NOTE: NEW DELAYED START TIME The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau is thrilled to announce the 19th Annual Art in the Park and 2nd Annual Orange Riverfront Car Show will be returning in 2021! These wonderful events will join forces to provide a day full of fun on Saturday, April 10. The start time of