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
September 16, 2025
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City of Orange Explores Tiny Home Villages to Expand Affordable Housing Options
In an effort to address the growing demand for affordable housing, the City of Orange is considering the development of tiny home villages as a viable solution. The innovative proposal was introduced this week by Kelvin Knauf, Director of Planning and Community Development, during a presentation to the city commission. “This is a housing option… Keep Reading
September 15, 2025
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Stark Foundation Announces Ben Pousson as New Chief Financial Officer
The Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Pousson as chief financial officer (CFO). Pousson has been a dedicated member of the Foundation’s financial team since 2017, bringing a deep commitment to nonprofit stewardship and extensive accounting expertise to his new role. Pousson began his career at… Keep Reading
September 15, 2025
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Where Gators Meet Garden Parties in Beaumont
Ready for the ultimate Southeast Texas family adventure? Join host Laini Parker as she takes you on a six-stop day trip packed with rescued reptiles, scenic wetlands, lush gardens, swamp paddles, gourmet bites, and a Cajun seafood finale you’ll never forget! From feeding shows at Gator Country Adventure Park to spotting wildlife at Cattail Marsh,… Keep Reading
September 11, 2025
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TxDOT’s Hidden Stories Come to Life in Free Lecture at Stark Museum of Art
What lies beneath Texas’ highways may surprise you. Join the Stark Museum of Art for a compelling, one-hour lecture titled “Beyond the Road,” presented by Rebekah Dobrasko, Cultural Resource Director for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Environmental Affairs Division. The lecture will take place on Monday, September 30, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in… Keep Reading
Southeast Texas Watching Tropical Depression 14
August 20, 2020
Tropical depression 14 has formed in the central Caribbean Sea Thursday morning. The system is expected to become a tropical storm later today then track to the Yucatan Peninsula Saturday before re-emerging in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday. Beyond Sunday, uncertainty is high regarding the track and intensity forecast. Any possible impacts to South-Central
FreshPrep LLC Named May Business of the Month
August 19, 2020
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has named Fresh Prep, LLC, as the Business of the Month for May. FreshPrep is located at 2467 W Roundbunch Suite A, Orange. Owner Carrie Richard and her staff are making great food and making us all think a little more healthy. Fresh Prep provides individual purchased meals as
LCMCISD Releases New Home Football Game Ticket Plan
August 18, 2020
Little Cypress Mauriceville has released a new home football game ticket plan. The highlights of the plan are below. All season tickets will be suspended for the 2020 season. Season tickets will be reinstated for the 2021 season with the same seating chart from the 2019 season with season ticket holders given the option to
Mobile COVID Testing Offered Wednesday Through Friday in Orange
August 18, 2020
Orange County will be offering a Mobile COVID-19 Testing site this Wednesday, August 19, Thursday, August 20, and Friday, August 21 at the Orange County Convention & Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442 in Orange, from 8 am -4 pm. It will be a drive-through testing site and you do not need an appointment
Orangefield High School Football Games to Be Televised
August 17, 2020
In an effort to increase the accessibility of high school football games and encourage social distancing across Texas, the UIL will allow live telecasts of regular season football games on Friday nights during the 2020-2021 school year. Orangefield ISD is partnering with Texan Live to have all of their home games streamed for their fans’
New Christian School Opens in Mauriceville
August 13, 2020
MAG Christian Academy is a new private Christian school that has just opened in Mauriceville, TX, for Pre-K through 8th grade. They are located on the MAG Church campus at 11477 Hwy 12 Orange, TX 77632. Their goal is to foster rock-solid Biblical teaching with educational excellence in a small class group environment. Heather Armstrong,
Keep Texas Beautiful Recognizes Keep Orange County Beautiful as August Affiliate of the Month
August 13, 2020
Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB) has named Keep Orange County Beautiful (KOCB) as their August affiliate of the month and will highlight their story on their website, social media, and newsletter. The Affiliate of the Month Campaign highlights the stories of their affiliates; hard-working, boots on the ground organizations, who are committed to keeping their communities
Orange County Environmental Health and Code Compliance Department Requests Public Input
August 13, 2020
The Orange County Environmental Health and Code Compliance Department is requesting the public’s help to let them know how they are doing and learn where they need improvement. The mission of the Environmental Health and Code Compliance Department is to help protect the citizens and visitors of Orange County through permitting and inspection of retail
Endeavors Case Management Assisting Orange County Disaster Rebuild with Imelda Issues
August 12, 2020
Do you need assistance with a recovery plan, including home repairs from Tropical Storm Imelda? Do you have unmet needs because of flooding? Orange County Disaster Rebuild will be working closely with Endeavors disaster case management team with obtaining the resources necessary to help our county recover. This is best accomplished when Tropical Storm Imelda-impacted
WOCCISD Provides Meals for Virtual Learners
August 11, 2020
Beginning Wednesday, August 12, 2020, Child Nutrition Services will be providing breakfast and lunch to virtual learners at West Orange-Stark Elementary School from 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Letters will be mailed out, along with cards with student names and id numbers to show cashiers in order to receive their child(ren) meals. You will only