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
October 20, 2021
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Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Cottage Boutique
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for the Cottage Boutique at 11261 Hwy 12, Suite 400 in Orange. They sell women’s and children’s clothing, home decor, gift items, handmade one-of-a-kind finds, and much more. Their business hours are Tuesday – Friday from 10 AM – 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 2… Keep Reading
October 19, 2021
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LSCO to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Gatemouth Plaza
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is pleased to invite the Gator community and the public to the dedication and ribbon-cutting of their new Gatemouth Plaza, behind the Ron Lewis Building, adjacent to 4th Street. The event, celebrating the legacy of Orange’s native son and world-renown musician, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, will occur on Thursday, October 28th,… Keep Reading
October 19, 2021
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Lutcher Theater Raises The Curtain For The 42nd Season
Lights, music, and applause filled the hall Saturday night as Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts raised the curtain for the 42nd Season. After an unexpected 19-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, patrons and music lovers enjoyed a live country music concert from 10-time Grammy Award winner, Asleep at the Wheel. The performance marked… Keep Reading
October 18, 2021
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Columbanus Motor Sports Holds Grand Opening Oct. 15
Columbanus Motor Sports (formerly Honda of Orange) held its grand opening at its new facility on Friday, October 15, 2021. They have moved into their new location at 3500 IH 10 West in Orange. They were formerly located at 1800 Strickland Dr. in Orange. Their business hours are Tuesday – Friday from 9 AM –… Keep Reading
Governor Waives Grade Promotion Requirements for STAAR Test for 2020-2021 Year
July 28, 2020
Governor Greg Abbott today announced on Monday, July 27, that the grade promotion requirement related to the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test for students in grades 5 and 8 has been waived for the upcoming school year. Typically, school systems must take into account a student’s score on the STAAR test
Entire Pinehurst Volunteer Fire Department Resigns
July 28, 2020
Pinehurst Volunteer Fire Department Chief Shon Branham released the news that the entire department has resigned, including himself and eight volunteers, effective at 6:30 p.m. Monday, because of issues with city administrators. “We have issues,” said Branham. “We want to work them out.” Branham reports new policies and procedures were put in place on July
Scot Shaffer insurance Agency Hosting Balls, Balls, and More Balls Drive
July 27, 2020
The Scot C. Shaffer Agency of Farmers Insurance has partnered up with the Bridge City OrangeField Ministerial Alliance in collecting new and unused sports balls for children in need. This is the sixth year for this ball drive, and one hundred percent of all new and unused sports balls are handed out to the children
Lutcher Theater’s Project Entermission Hosting Back-to-School Drive
July 27, 2020
The Lutcher Theater is hosting a Back-to-School Drive for Boys’ Haven and Girls’ Haven. Back-to-school items are needed for boys and girls ages 7-18, such as: School supplies like notebooks, paper, pens, pencils, backpacks New clothing and shoes Gift cards to clothing stores like Academy, Kohl’s, JCPenny, and Walmart Cash or checks made payable to
Farmers to Families Food Giveaway on July 25 Canceled
July 23, 2020
Updated: Due to Saturday’s forecast of inclement weather, Farmers to Family Food Box distribution, scheduled to be held at Orange Church of God, has been canceled and rescheduled for August 1st. The USDA will be hosting a Farmers to Families Food Box Giveaway beginning at 2 P.M. each Saturday from July 18 – August 15.
Tropical Depression Predicted to Cause Coastal Flooding Over Weekend
July 23, 2020
As Tropical Depression 8 gets closer to both the Texas coast and tropical-storm-force winds, Southeast Texas has been given a chance of flash flooding south of the Interstate 10 corridor. As of 10:30 a.m Thursday., the wind speed was just 5 mph from officially classifying the system as Tropical Storm Hanna, officials said. It was
Group Flood Insurance Policies Ending Oct. 24
July 22, 2020
FEMA has a message for Texas households impacted by Hurricane Harvey and who may be participating in Group Flood Insurance Policies (GFIP). These three-year policies end Oct. 24, 2020, so policyholders must plan now to switch to a standard flood insurance policy to ensure continuous coverage. FEMA will accept either a National Flood Insurance Program
Emergency Alert Test to Run Thursday, July 23, in Orange County
July 20, 2020
The Orange County Office of Emergency Management will conduct a test of the emergency alerting system on Wednesday, July 22 (Jefferson County) and Thursday, July 23 (Orange County and Hardin County). The Southeast Texas Alerting Network (STAN) is vital in keeping you informed in the event of any emergency situation such as a hurricane, natural,
Backing the Blue Summer Bash Canceled for 2020
July 20, 2020
Updated 7/21/20 – The organizers have canceled this event. The Mauriceville Heritage Association is hosting a Summer Bash Backing the Blue on Saturday, July 25, 202, from 10 AM – 10 PM at the Mauriceville Heritage Asociation Festival Grounds, located at 7441 Cohenour Road in Orange, which is 7 miles north of Interstate 10 on
G&G Enterprises Construction Hosts Fill the Truck Campaign at First Financial Bank
July 15, 2020
July is #NationalIceCreamMonth and what a better way to celebrate than by collecting funds and food items for the Southeast Texas Food Bank!? On Thursday, July 16, 2020, G&G Enterprises Construction will continue their #FillTheTruck campaign at First Financial Bank, , 912 N 16th Street, Orange, from 2 pm – 4 pm. This event will