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 18, 2022
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Orange County Master Gardener Classes Begin in August
The Orange County Master Gardener training classes will begin Thursday, August 26, 2022, at 6:00 pm at the Expo Center at 11475 FM1442 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 speakers and programs about gardening that count… Keep Reading
July 14, 2022
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Hotel Motel Tax Funds Available For Grants to Non-Profits
The City of Orange Hotel/Motel Tax Committee has released applications for non-profit entities within the City of Orange to apply for a portion of the City’s Hotel/Motel Tax funds. Any 501 (C) organization in the City of Orange that attracts visitors to the City of Orange, Texas can submit applications to the committee. Under Section… Keep Reading
July 14, 2022
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TWC Presents $208,000 Jet Grant Check to LSCO
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) held a press conference on July 13, 2022, at Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) to announce the funding of a $208,741 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant for LSCO’s Nursing and Health-related Programs. The JET Grant funds are supporting the training of over 250 students in the Registered Nursing,… Keep Reading
July 13, 2022
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Vidor Sunday Market Planned for July 17
Two local women are kicking off a new event in Vidor, the Vidor Sunday Market. The Vidor Sunday market is an artisan-driven open-air vendor market featuring local creative vendors, small businesses, food, and entertainment. The Sunday Market Vidor location is 1140 N Main St. in Vidor next to Hushpuppy! April Garcia and Buffie Scott Champagne… Keep Reading
Orange County Residents Eligible for Individual Disaster Assistance
February 25, 2021
Orange County has been declared to receive FEMA Individual Assistance (Households). Individuals who sustained losses due to the winter storm and DO NOT have insurance can now apply for federal assistance. If your property was damaged and you don’t have insurance, apply for assistance now, You can apply in one of three ways: Visit: www.disasterassistance.gov
Orange County Residents Urged to Self-Report Damages to Homes and Businesses
February 24, 2021
Following Winter Storm Uri, the Orange County Office of Emergency Management is encouraging all residents in Orange County and the entire Southeast Texas area to self-report any damages to their homes and/or businesses via the portal and website below. If you sustained damage to your home or business as a result of Uri, please utilize
26th Annual Community Trash-Off to Be Held Feb. 27
February 24, 2021
The 26th Annual Community Trash-Off for Orange, Texas, and surrounding communities will take place VIRTUALLY on Saturday, February 27, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Community Trash-Off is organized by the staff of Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and conducted by volunteers from Orange, West Orange, Pinehurst, and other surrounding communities.
Luigi’s Italian Grill Now Open for Business
February 23, 2021
Luigi’s Italian Grill has completed its move to the former Mazzio’s Pizza location at 3108 Edgar Brown Drive and is now open for business. Luigi’s was formerly located at 3105 Edgar Brown Drive but was forced to close due to damage from Hurricane Laura. Business hours are as follows: Tuesday through Sunday – 11 A.M.
26th Annual Community Trash-Off to Be Held Virtually
February 11, 2021
The 26th Annual Community Trash-Off for Orange, Texas, and surrounding communities will take place VIRTUALLY on Saturday, February 27, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Community Trash-Off is organized by the staff of Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and conducted by volunteers from Orange, West Orange, Pinehurst, and other surrounding communities.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Surveys Texans on Strengths, Needs of Communities
February 11, 2021
Texas Speaks is a survey giving communities throughout the state an open forum opportunity to express the strengths and needs of their communities. The survey, led by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, is being conducted for the first time online and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. “This is an opportunity to empower and
LSCO to Offer New Court Reporting Training Program
February 10, 2021
Lamar State College Orange has partnered with Mark Kislingbury, a world-renowned professional court reporter and captioner to offer an 18-month court reporting program. The Mark Kislingbury Academy was developed to, unlike most court reporting schools, teach writing that uses as few strokes as possible versus writing out every word phonetically. This program will fully prepare
Art in the Park Date to Run Concurrently with Orange Riverfront Car Show
February 10, 2021
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 on Saturday, April 10, 2021, from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Art in the Park will be held in its traditional location at Stark Park and the Orange
Wortham Roofing Opens in Orange
February 9, 2021
Wortham Roofing, located at 4109 Meeks Drive in Orange is now open for business. As a family-owned and operated company, they take pride in our careful attention to detail, use quality American-made roofing materials, and offer skilled craftsmanship. They treat you like family and are determined to exceed your expectations. Wortham Roofing provides residential and
ABC Treat Shoppe Opens in Orange
February 9, 2021
ABC Treat Shoppe has recently opened at 3515 Mockingbird St., Suite C in Orange. This sweet shop is owned and operated by Maria Alfred and her three daughters Aubree, Bailee, and Chloee. They started baking and selling out of their home and are now work and sell in their shop. With a passion for baking