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
November 12, 2019
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Lamar State College Orange Formalizes Transfer Agreement with Texas Southern University
Lamar State College Orange has formed a transfer agreement with Texas Southern University. Both schools will celebrate the agreement during a ceremony at the Shahan Events Center on Monday, November 11. Transfer agreements between two-year and four-year colleges often are called “two for two” programs, since students starting a program at a community college can… Keep Reading
November 12, 2019
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Batten Down the Hatches – Freezing Weather Ahead
The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a hard freeze watch along and north of I-10 for Tuesday night Wednesday morning. A Freeze Watch has been issued south of I-10. During freezing weather in Southeast Texas, remember the following to protect your home and pets: Insulate exterior pipes that run along outer walls… Keep Reading
November 8, 2019
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Riverside Pavilion Construction Contract Awarded
Better Built Buildings was awarded a contract by the Orange City Council on Tuesday, November 5, in the amount of $694,880 to build the Riverside Pavilion. Public Works Director, Jim Wolf, previously presented designs for the 10,000 square foot pavilion to be built at the City of Orange Boat Ramp at Simmons Drive. Mike White… Keep Reading
November 8, 2019
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Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Nov. 8-14, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/coffee-and-donuts-with-rotary/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-open-house/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/bandstand/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/saturday-adventure-series-keep-orange-beautiful/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/st-helens-holiday-market/ Guesswork https://orangeworthy.com/event/afterschool-art-realistic-charcoal-drawing-9th-12th-grades-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/taste-of-the-holidays/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/jam-session-open-to-everyone-2/
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.