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 1, 2021
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OPD Hosting Spread the Love Food Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive
September is Hunger Action Month and the Orange Police Department is raising awareness by hosting the “Spread the Love” food drive. Donations of peanut butter and jelly in plastic containers may be dropped off at the Orange Police Department, located at 201 N. 8th Street in downtown Orange. All items will be donated to the… Keep Reading
August 31, 2021
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OFD Awarded $100,000 Grant
The Orange Fire Department (OFD) was awarded a Fire Act Grant in the amount of $100,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This grant award will be used to replace 15 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units and purchase 30 SCBA cylinders for the Orange Fire Department.
August 31, 2021
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September DRSA Boat Races Canceled
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau has made the tough decision to cancel the 2021 DSRA Boat Races, scheduled to be held on September 18 & 19. The decision to cancel the boat races was made after the staff was presented with logistic concerns and notification of damages from Hurricane Ida in areas… Keep Reading
August 30, 2021
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Lyda Hired as New Director of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of its new Director, Mandy Sims Lyda! Lyda moved back to Orange County a little over a year ago after being gone for some time. She has been married for almost 20 years and has 2 children. She loves to travel and enjoys… 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