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 9, 2023
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Orange Public Library to Host Adult Summer Reading Bingo Challenge
The Orange Public Library announces Summer Reading Bingo is here for the 2023 Adult Summer Reading Challenge. The Challenge begins on May 1, 2023, when participants ages 17+ will earn entry into a prize drawing for each Bingo they complete on the Reading Bingo Card. Items include specific reading topics, attending local events, and visiting… Keep Reading
May 8, 2023
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City of Orange Announces New Hire and New Appointment
The City of Orange would like to introduce Alison Clary as the newly appointed Communication and Marketing Coordinator. Alison graduated from Little Cypress-Mauriceville before heading to Texas A&M University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in communication and history. From there, she interned with Walt Disney World through the Disney College Program. After completing the… Keep Reading
May 8, 2023
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LSCO Announces New Student Ambassador Scholarship Winners
Lamar State College Orange is incredibly excited to announce their 2023-2024 LSCO Student Ambassadors! They include: Paislee Byrd – Evadale High School Bryan Cano – West Orange-Stark High School Makenna Carey – Bridge City High School Jamey Flores – Vidor High School Jeanna Ingram – Orangefield High School Paige Rains – Vidor High School Cristian… Keep Reading
May 4, 2023
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Orange County RETREET to Replant Trees Lost to Natural Disaster
In celebration of Arbor Day, Keep America Beautiful (“KAB”), alongside affiliates Keep Orange County Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful, is pleased to launch Orange County RETREET, an effort to heal the landscape of Orange County, TX, which has been devastated by numerous hurricanes and tornados over the past decade. “Orange County RETREET will address an… Keep Reading
COVID-19 Emergency Response Food Distribution Scheduled August 13
August 11, 2020
Orange County Disaster Rebuild and the Southeast Texas Food Bank have partnered together to do a COVID-19 Emergency Response “Drive-Thru” Food Distribution on Thursday, August 13, 2020, beginning at 4 pm. They will hold it at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442; Orange, Texas 77630. Food will be distributed
8 New Volunteers Sworn in as Advocate for Kids in Foster Care
August 10, 2020
On Thursday, July 2, 2020, The Honorable Judge Rogers officially swore in 8 new Court Appointed Special Advocates in a virtual ceremony on Zoom. These trained community members, known as CASA volunteers, will work with CASA of the Sabine Neches Region to advocate for children and families who are involved in the foster care system.
Farmers to Families Food Giveaway Resumes
August 6, 2020
The USDA will be hosting a Farmers to Families Food Box Giveaway beginning at 2 P.M. each Saturday from July 18 – August 15. This Food Box Giveaway will be held at Orange Church of God, located at 1911 N. 16th Street. Food hoxes will contain pinto beans, potatoes, onions, carrots, oranges, apples, and a
Pinnacle Christian Preschool Opening in Bridge City
August 6, 2020
David and Danielle Gonzales, along with Good Shepard Lutheran Church, are opening a new Christian Preschool on August 10 at 975 Roundbunch Road in Bridge City. The purpose of their preschool is to provide happy group learning experiences where parents can be assured that their child is loved and well cared for by Christian teachers.
Labor Day Celebration Planned
August 5, 2020
The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau is thrilled to announce the 2020 Labor Day Celebration! This event will be held at the City of Orange Boat Ramp, located at 1000 Simmons Drive, on September 5 and 6. Attendees can enjoy the 7th annual Shootout on the Sabine – DSRA Drag Boat Races on
Orange County Master Gardeners to Hold Virtual Master Gardener Certification Class
August 3, 2020
The Orange County Master Gardeners Association will hold their next Master Gardener Certification class starting Sept. 3 with orientation on Aug. 27 at 6:00 PM. Classes will be held online coordinated with Texas AgriLife Extension Service in College Station. Each session will be held at 9 AM and last about 4 hours. The sessions will
Back to School Orange County Creates New Version of Giveaway Program
July 30, 2020
Given the growing concerns around COVID-19, Back to School Orange County made the difficult decision to postpone the in-person event of Back to School Orange County slated for Saturday, August 1st. Back to School Orange County determined they needed to prioritize the health and safety of their community partners, volunteers, and everyone who helps coordinate
Hippie Chix Boutique Holds Grand Opening
July 29, 2020
Hippie Chix Boutique, located at 2498 Martin Luther King Jr Dr. in Orange, held their Grand Opening on July 28. Hippie Chix offers boutique clothing…not boutique prices, as well as a variety of women’s jewelry and accessories. The store is open 10 am – 6 PM Tuesday through Friday, and 10 AM – 4 PM
Pinehurst City Administrator Responds to PVFD Walkout
July 29, 2020
Pinehurst Interim City Administrator Jerry Hood released a statement in reference to the recent walk-out of the entire Pinehurst Volunteer Fire Department. In an effort to clear the air and dispel false information given out by former Fire Chief Shon Branham, Hood released the following: “I am both disappointed and disheartened in the blatantly false
LCMCISD Changes School Start Date
July 28, 2020
Stacy Brister, Superintendent of LCMCISD, released the following statement on Jul 27: As we continue to work through the many changes of COVID-19 it was determined tonight in a Special Board meeting of the LCM Board of Trustees to return to the originally adopted calendar, with school starting August 17th, for the 2020-2021 school year.