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
April 21, 2025
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Blue Elbow RV Park, Your Premier RV Destination
Blue Elbow RV Park, nestled in Orange, Texas, is a family-owned and operated establishment that offers a cozy and welcoming environment for travelers and long-term guests alike. Inspired by a nurse’s vision to create a “home-away-from-home,” the park offers a tranquil retreat just off Highway 1442, with easy access to Interstate 10. This strategic location… Keep Reading
April 21, 2025
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Early Voting for May 3 Election Begins April 22 in Orange County
Orange County voters will soon head to the polls as early voting for the May 3 election begins on April 22-25, 2025, and continues on April 28-29, 2025. Residents are encouraged to participate in local elections that will shape leadership across multiple cities and districts. Early voting polling locations and hours are as follows: April… Keep Reading
April 17, 2025
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LSCO’s President Johnson Recognized Nationally as a Champion for Student Success
On Friday, April 4, 2025, Dr. Thomas Johnson, President of Lamar State College Orange, was honored with the prestigious Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) during the PTK Catalyst 2025 convention in Kansas City, Missouri. This award recognizes college presidents who have demonstrated outstanding support for student… Keep Reading
April 17, 2025
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City of Orange and Lamar University Launch First-of-Its-Kind Flood Monitoring Program in Texas
In a bold step toward improving flood preparedness and community resilience, the City of Orange has partnered with Lamar University’s Center for Resiliency to launch Texas’s first flood monitoring program using QR-coded water gauges. This innovative initiative is the first of its kind in the state and draws inspiration from a successful model in Folly… Keep Reading
Vidor Chamber Selects Shafer as New Director
December 22, 2020
Vidor Chamber of Commerce has selected Crystal Shafer as its new director. Crystal is the co-owner of Texas Built Cabinets along with her husband Michael, where she serves as the President of the company. She has lived in Vidor for 38 years, is a graduate of Vidor High School and her children attend Vidor schools
Rollbacks Likely for SETX
December 22, 2020
According to KFDM News, Jefferson, Hardin, Orange and the six other counties in Trauma Service Area R must roll back business capacity to 50% and bars may have to close due to the region exceeding the 15% threshold for COVID patients in all hospital beds for 7 straight days. The order takes effect at 8
Orange Chamber Cancels 2021 Mardi Gras Parades
December 22, 2020
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Orange regretfully have decided to cancel the Friday Mardi Gras Motor Parade scheduled for February 5, 2021, and the Krewe of Krewe’s Grand Mardi Gras Parade scheduled for February 6, 2021. Due to lack of participation and the COVID – 19 pandemic, they feel
City of Orange Announces Holiday Hours
December 17, 2020
In observance of the Christmas holiday, the City of Orange will be closed Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25. Much like Santa, the City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be working to see who is being naughty or nice. Waste Management will not service its Friday route on December 25. Residents with
Lamar State College Orange Master Plan Approved by the Texas State University System Board of Regents
December 16, 2020
Lamar State College Orange’s Campus Master Plan was approved by the Texas State University System Board of Regents. The plan includes a new Industrial Technology Building behind the Shahan Center, a new Welcome Center that will serve as a one-stop enrollment center for Testing, Advising, Financial Aid, etc. between the Shahan Center and the Student
FCC Grants Orange County Bidders $1.5 Million for Rural Broadband Expansion
December 16, 2020
The Federal Communications Commission today announced that an estimated 675,000 rural Americans living and working in Texas will gain access to high-speed broadband through the Commission’s Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I auction, according to auction results released today. In Texas, the auction allocated $362,662,934.10 in support to expand broadband to 310,962 unserved homes and
Judice’s Cajun Cafe Reopens in Bridge City
December 15, 2020
Judice’s Cajun Cafe has reopened for business on Monday, December 14, 2020, at 2045 Texas Ave. Their new hours will be from 11 am to 9 pm. Judice’s Cajun Cafe suffered damages from Hurricane Laura. Because of this, they have been doing some remodeling and updates and are now ready to show off the remodeled
Fill the Fire Truck Campaign Deemed Resounding Success
December 15, 2020
The City of Orange Fire Department hosted the 5th annual “Fill the Fire Truck Campaign” at Central Fire Station. The toys received have been donated to the Salvation Army to distribute to families in need within the Orange community. The Orange Fire Department would like to thank all those who helped make the Fill the
Lola’s Beauty Shop Opens in Orange
December 14, 2020
Looking for a new one-stop beauty shop? Go check out Lola’s Beauty Shop, located at 2496 Martin Luther King Suite A in Orange by Lucy’s Cafe. Owner Alana Michelle Corkern offers a fun and vintage-style salon with services for hair, nails, and more, with a super friendly crew of people eager to earn your business.
Tia Juanita’s Restaurant Opens Today at Sunset Grove Country Club
December 14, 2020
After much anticipation, the City of Orange is excited to announce Tia Juanita’s, located at 2900 W. Sunset Drive, will open today, December 14, 2020, at 11 A.M. Business hours are as follows: Monday through Thursday – 11 am to 9 pm Friday & Saturday – 11 am. to 10 pm Sunday – 11 am