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 31, 2020
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CARES Act and SBA Provide Assistance for Small Business
Small Business Owners are eligible to apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) due to COVID-19 through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Business owners should make every attempt to apply online here. Businesses may be eligible to receive up to $2 million with no payments for 12 months at a 3.75% interest rate for small… Keep Reading
March 31, 2020
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City of Orange Mayor Mandates Fines for Social Distancing Violators
The City of Orange Mayor has issued the First Amended Emergency Order effective Monday, March 30, 2020, at 11:59 P.M. In the mandate, City of Orange Mayor Larry Spears Jr. authorized the Orange Police Department to enforce the mandates for social distancing, Violators will face a fine of up to $1,000 with 180 days in… Keep Reading
March 30, 2020
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Governor Abbott Extends Quarantine to 10 States, Including Louisiana
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has expanded previous travel-related executive orders to include more states and cities within the United States. On March 26, Gov. Greg Abbott had instituted a mandatory self-quarantine period for people visiting from several areas hard hit by the coronavirus in the United States. Under the original executive orders, airline travelers from… Keep Reading
March 27, 2020
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School Districts Set Tentative Return Dates
Tentative return to school dates have been set by local school districts. Please know that these dates are subject to change at any time. Dates for returning are tentatively scheduled as follows: WO-C: Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 14. LC-M: Classes will resume after the spring break, scheduled April 10-April 17. Orangefield: Classes will… Keep Reading
Shangri La Planning Eco-Fest 2021: Blooms & Butterflies
March 18, 2021
Celebrate Earth Day with Shangri La Gardens during their Eco-Fest: Blooms and Butterflies event April 22-April 24 at Shangri-La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center at 2111 W Park Ave. in Orange. This multiday family-friendly event will feature engaging, self-facilitated activities as well as multiple butterfly releases that are designed to create a safe outdoor opportunity,
Harvey Damaged Home Buyout Acquisition Program Now Open for Applications
March 18, 2021
The City of Orange is conducting a voluntary acquisition project for homes damaged during Hurricane Harvey. The project will be administered locally and overseen by the Texas General Land Office (GLO) Community Development & Revitalization Program (CDR). The project is funded through a Community Development Block Grant for Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR). The application period will
Register with STAN for Updates in Emergency Situations
March 16, 2021
The City of Orange is vulnerable to various types of hazards and emergencies of all sizes, types, and duration. When emergencies happen, reaching out to citizens and keeping the community safe is of utmost importance. The City of Orange Office of Emergency Management encourages citizens and business owners to sign up for STAN, the Southeast
Art in the Park and Orange Riverfront Car Show Seeking Vendors and Food Trucks
March 16, 2021
The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau offers a variety of opportunities for food trucks to participate in annual events throughout the year. Applications for food trucks are now being accepted for Art in the Park and the Orange Riverfront Car Show, held on Saturday, April 10, from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Food trucks interested
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Offering April Classes
March 15, 2021
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office has some upcoming programs in April: April 13th, 20th, & 27th: Intro to Beekeeping: The topics that will be covered in this series are Equipment, Personal Protective Gear, Hive Products, and Basic Biology & Starting Concerns. The cost for the whole series is $25 if paid prior to the
BASS Master Elite and Sabine River Festival Announces Concert Lineup
March 15, 2021
BASS Master Elite Series/Orange County River Festival is returning to Orange from April 8-11. 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 pm. There will be a fish tank for children a carnival for the family, and lots of
La Vaquita Meat Market and Taqueria Opens in Orange
March 11, 2021
The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for LaVaquita Meat Market on Wednesday, March 10. They are located at 126 Strickland Dr. in Orange, at the location of the former Kam-Wah Chinese Buffet. Their business hours are from 6 am-9 pm. La Vaquita sells all types of grocery items
Walk-in COVID Vaccines Available for Orange County Seniors on Saturday
March 11, 2021
Orange County will have a 65+ Walk-In Vaccination Clinic at the Orange County Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442 this Saturday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The schedule is by the 1st letter of your last name. Please refer to the flyer below for your scheduled time. You have to be
Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River Returns to April 8-11 Date
March 10, 2021
The Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River, which was rescheduled for August, will return to its originally scheduled dates April 8-11 after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott rescinded mandates that would have dramatically reduced the number of fans permitted on-site. Previous Elite events in Orange, Texas have drawn record-breaking crowds – in three previous visits, the crowds
Orange City Council Approves Tax Abatement for Eagle Point Complex
March 10, 2021
Brad Rutledge with Orange Multi-Specialty Real Estate and partners with NexCore attended the Orange City Council meeting to discuss designating property within Eagle Point as a reinvestment zone for commercial/industrial tax abatement in the City of Orange. The Orange City Council unanimously approved the reinvestment zone for commercial tax abatement at Eagle Point. Eagle Point,