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
July 8, 2024
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Changes Coming in 2025 for Vehicle Inspections
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds Texans of upcoming changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program that will eliminate most vehicle safety inspections. House Bill 3297, which was passed by the 88th Legislature and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in 2023, abolishes the Vehicle Safety Inspection Program for non-commercial vehicles…. Keep Reading
July 4, 2024
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Local School Districts Release 2024-25 School Calendars
The following calendars have been released by the school districts in/adjacent to Orange County: West Orange Cove CISD Orangefield ISD LCM CISD Little Cypress Christian Academy Bridge City ISD Vidor ISD Deweyville ISD
July 3, 2024
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Master Gardener Class Registration Open
The Master Gardener training classes offered through the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office will begin Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 6:00 pm at the Expo Center at 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. The requirements for the certification are 50 hours of education and 50 hours of volunteer time. The classes will meet on Thursdays with… Keep Reading
July 3, 2024
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Orange Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Grand Opening of Risinger & Valls Orthodontic Specialists
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new business to our community when they hosted a Grand Opening Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Risinger & Valls Orthodontic Specialists located inside Christus Hospital – Orange at 6901 Medical Center Dr., Suite 120 in Orange. With a community history of over 20 years, their family-run business is… Keep Reading
Jefferson County Bar Association Offers Legal Advice by Phone to Veterans
March 10, 2021
The Jefferson County Bar Association is offering free telephone legal advice for veterans and spouses of deceased veterans. This event is a public service of the Jefferson County Bar Association which is a part of a coalition of bar associations that provide pro bono legal services to U.S. veterans in 17 counties in Texas. Telephonic
COVID Vaccines Available for All in Orange County
March 9, 2021
Orange County Judge John Gothia has removed all restrictions in the Covid 19 Vaccination Portal for Orange County Residents attempting to schedule themselves for the Covid-19 vaccine. Any Orange County Citizen who would like to be vaccinated regardless of age or other previously restrictive factors can now do so. Registration for the Covid Vaccination can
Orange County Master Gardeners to Host Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Sale
March 8, 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
STEAR Program Registration Available For Those Who Need Assistance During a Disaster or Emergency Event
March 8, 2021
The City of Orange encourages citizens who may need some sort of assistance during an emergency or disaster event to register for the STEAR program. We encourage those citizens who have disabilities, limited mobility, communication barriers, who require medical assistance, etc. to register in STEAR STEAR is a free registration that provides local emergency planners
Lutcher Theater Hosts A Western Swing Spring Fling – An Evening With The Quebe Sisters
March 4, 2021
Spring is right around the corner! A Western Swing Spring Fling 2-steps into town on Saturday, April 17, 2021, at 7 pm in the Lutcher Theater parking lot. Get outside and spend An Evening With The Quebe Sisters, as Lutcher Theater welcomes the Dallas-based five-piece band, bringing their unique Americana blend of Texas-style fiddling, western
Business Recovery Grant Deadline Extended
March 4, 2021
The OCEDC Small Business Recovery Grant has been extended until March 31st, 2021. Qualifying Orange County businesses will be eligible to receive a $1,000 grant to assist with economic recovery efforts from the COVID-19 Pandemic, Hurricane Laura, Hurricane Delta, and the recent winter storm in February 2021. Businesses must collect sales tax and provide a
CASA of the Sabine Neches Plans Fundraising Golf Tournament in April
March 2, 2021
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region will be hosting a benefit Golf Tournament at Sunset Grove Country Club on Saturday, April 24. 2021, beginning at 8:00 AM. The event is set up as a 4-person scramble and the entry fee is $300 per team. Sponsorships are $100 per hole. It is one of their largest
Laura/Uri Disaster Intake Event Scheduled
March 2, 2021
If you were affected by Hurricane Laura or the most recent, the Texas Winter Storm Uri and still in need of assistance, Orange County Disaster Rebuild will be doing a disaster assistance intake on Saturday, March 6, 2021, at First United Methodist Church Family Life Center located at 502 6th Street; Orange, Texas 77630 AND
Texas Coronavirus Relief Bill Rental Assistance Program
March 1, 2021
The Texas Rent Relief Program is here to help. COVID-19 has affected Texans across the state. They have emergency funds available to help Texas renters pay rent and utility bills (including past due rent and utilities). As of February 25, 2021, more than $1 billion in funds is still available. Both landlords and tenants can use
Low-Interest Federal Disaster Loans Available to Orange County Businesses and Residents
February 25, 2021
Low-interest federal disaster loans (SBA) are now available to Orange County businesses and residents as a result of the disaster declaration. Funds can be used to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets. SBA can also lend additional funds to businesses and homeowners to help with