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 15, 2024
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Renowned Bassist and Singer-Songwriter Scott Mulvahill to Perform at Lutcher Theater
Experience the Lutcher Theater in a new light during the upcoming performance of renowned bassist and singer-songwriter Scott Mulvahill. Surrounded by hundreds of candles illuminating the Lutcher stage, the Houston native will captivate audiences on Saturday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m., making this a perfect evening for a date night. Mulvahill’s unique blend of soulful… Keep Reading
April 11, 2024
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City of Pinehurst Announces 2024 Spring Clean Up Day
The City of Pinehurst announces Spring Cleanup Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2022, from 8 AM until noon. Dumpsters will be located at 2666 MacArthur Drive in the old Sears parking lot. Only residents of Pinehurst are authorized to use this service, and proof of residency, along with a photo ID, will be… Keep Reading
April 11, 2024
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GOALS Schedules Adult Spelling Bee for April 26
Greater Orange Area Literary Services (GOALS) will sponsor its Adult Spelling Bee on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Lamar State College Student Gym, 403 Green Ave in Orange from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. GOALS is looking for participants. A spelling team consists of three people. The entry fee is a $350 donation, and lunch… Keep Reading
April 10, 2024
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TMPA Secures $780K in Back Pay for Deputies Terminated by OCSD
In an impressive legal triumph, the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) secured $780,000 in back pay for 13 deputies who were unjustly terminated from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD). This landmark decision came as a result of persistent legal efforts led by TMPA regional attorney Gregory Cagle, particularly in the wake of the 2020… Keep Reading
SRA Approves Grants to Counties Impacted by Hurricane Laura
October 27, 2020
The Board of Directors of the Sabine River Authority of Texas (SRA) has approved special funding to provide disaster recovery assistance grants to counties, municipalities, and other entities located within the Sabine River Basin that were impacted by Hurricane Laura. Over the coming weeks, grant checks will be presented to the following local entities; Orange
Zeta Expected to Bring Rain to SE Texas
October 26, 2020
According to KFDM Meteorologist Greg Bostwick, Zeta is nearing hurricane intensity and will move across the northeastern sections of the Yucatan Peninsula tonight. By tomorrow morning, Zeta should be in the southern Gulf with a gradual turn to the north Tuesday afternoon. Conditions in the southern Gulf are favorable enough for Zeta to be a
Residents Urged to Move Laura Debris for Pickup
October 22, 2020
According to the Orange County Office of Emergency Management, Orange County Citizens have until next Wednesday, October 28, 2020, to get Hurricane Laura debris out to the right of way for pickup. After this date, the debris from Hurricane Laura will not be picked up. As a reminder, please do not mix Hurricane Delta debris
Harvey Households with FEMA Group Flood Insurance Need to Switch Policies
October 21, 2020
Approximately 6,690 Hurricane Harvey survivors have been notified that their Group Flood Insurance Policy (GFIP) will expire Oct. 24. These three-year policies end soon, so policyholders must plan now to switch to a standard flood insurance policy to ensure continuous flood insurance coverage. Following the devastating disasters and hurricane season of 2017, FEMA purchased GFIP
Big Mike’s Barbershop Hosting Grand Reopening Oct. 23
October 20, 2020
Big Mike’s Barbershop has moved to a new location, 7066 Hwy 87N in Orange, and will be hosting a grand re-opening on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, from 8 AM – 5 PM. They’ll be giving away one free haircut every hour. Also on hand to help with the celebration and selling treats are Dough Dough
City of Vidor Awarded Grants to Mitigate Hurricane Harvey Damage
October 19, 2020
In August 2018, the remnants of Hurricane Harvey impacted the City of Vidor as a tropical storm, delivering approximately 50 inches of rain and causing millions of dollars of damage to our area. Since then, the City of Vidor has been working diligently to secure federal funding in the form of grants to pay for
Orange Chamber Seeking Nominations
October 15, 2020
Join the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce as they recognize the 2020 Citizen of the Year, Non-Profit Community Service Award, and Business Community Service Award at the GOACC Annual Banquet on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at The Orange County Convention & Expo Center. Sponsorship and ticket info for the banquet can be found here.
WO-S High School to Go Virtual For Next Two Weeks
October 14, 2020
West Orange-Stark High School will go completely virtual for two weeks to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and has released the following statement: Out of an abundance of caution, West Orange-Stark High School will transition students to virtual learning from October 14-28, 2020, to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The decision is based on a
Residents Encouraged to Report Damages From Delta
October 13, 2020
All citizens that have sustained damages to home or businesses due to Hurricane Delta are urged to submit damages to this survey. This survey will aid the Office of Emergency Management and partnering agencies as they assess and identify damages and needs within the community. Accurately reporting your location of damages will allow emergency management
Early Voting Begins Tuesday, Oct. 13
October 13, 2020
Early voting for the November general election starts Tuesday, October 13. The first day will offer extended voting hours of 7 AM to 7 PM. Voting sites include: Orange Public Library Orange County Expo Center on FM 1442 Orange County Airport on Highway 87 South Raymond Gould Community Center in Vidor Registered Orange County voters