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
May 8, 2025
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Vidor Public Library Launches 2025 Summer Reading Program
The Vidor Public Library is thrilled to announce its 2025 Summer Reading Program, themed “Color Our World,” beginning Tuesday, May 27, 2025, and open to children ages 1 to 16. The program, held at the Vidor High School Auditorium, is free to participate in and aims to encourage young readers to explore the joy of… Keep Reading
May 8, 2025
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Vidor ISD Opens Registration for Summer Drivers Ed Program
Vidor Independent School District (VISD) is excited to announce open registration for its 2024 Summer Drivers Education Classes, designed to help students gain the skills and knowledge necessary to hit the road with confidence and safety. Classes will run from May 28 through June 20, 2025, and will be offered in two convenient time slots:… Keep Reading
May 7, 2025
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Dr. Wendy Elmore Confirmed as President of Lamar State College Orange
The Board of Regents of the Texas State University System has confirmed Wendy Elmore, Ed.D., as the fifth president of Lamar State College Orange (LSCO). The unanimous vote occurred during the board’s quarterly meeting at Texas State University in San Marcos. She will assume office on June 1. Dr. Elmore has served as LSCO’s chief… Keep Reading
May 7, 2025
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Sabine Place Assisted Living Celebrates Grand Re-Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce proudly joined Sabine Place Assisted Living for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of their beautifully refreshed facility, located at 5301 Meeks Drive in Orange. Family, friends, City of Orange officials, Chamber board members, and local community members gathered to commemorate this exciting milestone for the… Keep Reading
Shangri La Botanical Gardens Sets Reopening Date
November 9, 2020
The City of Orange is excited to share Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center has announced its reopening for Wednesday, November 18, 2020. The center is located at 2111 W Park Ave. in Orange. The operating hours will be Tuesday-Friday, from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Admission is free. Mandatory mask use will be
The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra to Host Benefit Jazz Concert for Hurricane Laura Recovery
November 9, 2020
The Lutcher stage comes alive again with the fiery-hot, 10-piece big band sound of the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra! Recorded live-at-the-Lutcher, enjoy this free benefit concert on the Lutcher Theater Facebook page, Thursday, November 19, 2020, at 7 pm from the comfort of your home! The event will be recorded Live-at-the-Lutcher Theater and premiere on the
72nd Annual Christmas Parade Scheduled
November 5, 2020
The Kiwanis Club is proud to announce the 72nd annual Orange Christmas Parade on Friday, December 4 at 6 pm. This year’s theme is “A Texas Christmas.” Special guidelines have been established this year for the Christmas parade. They include: A longer route, allowing spectators and participants to maintain appropriate distancing. Spectator and participant masks
Texas Mutual Donates $50,000 to Orange County Disaster Rebuild
November 4, 2020
Texas Mutual Insurance Company, the state’s leading provider of workers’ compensation insurance, today announced a donation of $50,000 to the Orange County Disaster Rebuild, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families rebuild and recover after disasters. This donation is intended to support recovery throughout Orange County following hurricanes Laura and Delta. “It is
Service League of Orange Changes Toy Coffee Format
November 4, 2020
The Service League of Orange announced that its 2020 Toy Coffee event will be held Thursday, December 3, 2020, from 11 am -1 pm and 4-6 pm. Unlike years past where the event was an in-person event, this year’s event will be a drive-thru event due to the COVID pandemic. The need in the community
Odile’s Fine Flooring & Design to Host Grand Reopening
November 3, 2020
Odile’s Fine Flooring & Design will host a Grand Reopening at their new location, 911 Green Ave. in Orange on Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, at 4 PM. Odile’s is a one-stop-shop for all your home design & interior needs. They offer a beautiful & unique home interiors showroom that showcases a wide variety of flooring
Cove School Building To Be Demolished
November 3, 2020
The City of Orange would like to announce that the demolition of the Cove School building is expected to begin next week. The fencing of the property and cleanup of the exterior of the property has already begun. The building demolition and property cleanup are expected to be completed shortly before Christmas. The City of
Thanksgiving Drive-Thru Recovery Event Planned for Nov. 14
November 2, 2020
Orange County Disaster Rebuild is teaming up with Orange Lions Club and Southeast Texas Food Bank to make a difference. They will be hosting a Thanksgiving “Drive-Thru” Recovery Event. It will be held at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442; Orange, Texas 77630 starting at 10 am on Saturday, November
Orange Lions Club Awarded Harvest of Giving Grant
October 29, 2020
The Orange Lions Club was awarded a grant as part of the Hancock Whitney Harvest of Giving. They were selected for the grant from the H.H. and Edna Houseman Charitable Trust. The funds will be utilized to support the community initiatives of the Orange Lions Club. The annual event promotes the charitable efforts of six
1987 WOS Mustangs Nominated as Top 100 Teams in History of UIL Texas High School Football
October 28, 2020
In celebration of 100 years of UIL Texas high school football, the UIL and Dave Campbell’s Texas Football have teamed up to honor the best, the brightest, and the most unforgettable icons and legends in the sport’s illustrious history. With the help of some of the state’s foremost experts and historians, the UIL and DCTF