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 20, 2020
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Exceptional Emergency Center Offering Curbside ER Care
Exceptional Emergency Center is now offering curbside ER care. Curbside ER Care is available from 7 am-7 pm daily. During the COVID-19 outbreak, Exceptional Emergency Centers are leading the way in patient safety. Exceptional Emergency Centers are taking extra steps to ensure that all patients can safely get the best care for their health issues…. Keep Reading
April 17, 2020
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Governor Abbott Closes Schools for Remainder of 2019-20 School Year
Gov. Greg Abbott announced Friday that public and private school classrooms will remain closed for the remainder of the school year to avoid quickening the spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. The decision, made with the advice of doctors and health officials, came alongside a series of executive orders intended to… Keep Reading
April 17, 2020
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Convention and Visitors Bureau Plan Virtual Acoustic Series
The Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the April Acoustic Series. This virtual event will be held on April 23 and 30 from 7:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. on the Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau Facebook page. Enjoy LIVE music from the comfort of your home while staying safe and abiding by… Keep Reading
April 15, 2020
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Landfill Fees Waived Through May 12
All fees are waived at the Orange County Citizens Collection Station (Landfill) until May 12. You can view the list of materials accepted as well as the hours of operation at the landfill in the image below.
Lutcher Theater Announces Project EnterMISSION for the 2020-21 Season
July 15, 2020
The current mission of the Lutcher Theater is for patrons to safely enter the doors of the theater again! In the meantime, during this COVID-19 “longest intermission EVER”, until it’s safe to have shows again, there are some exciting offerings for theater lovers and the Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana communities. “Typically, at intermission, we
Orange Public Library Reinstating Curbside Circulation
July 14, 2020
Effective Monday, July 13, 2020, the Library will be returning to curbside circulation services ONLY, until further notice. Patrons may request books for checkout by: Online reserves or requests (through patron account at orangetexaslibrary.com) Email (orangelibrary@orangetx.org) Phone (409-883-1086 or 409-988-7351) In addition, patrons are encouraged to use digital library services: eBooks & digital audiobooks using
USDA Holding Farmers to Families Food Giveaway on Saturdays
July 14, 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
COVID Testing Offered Wednesday and Thursday in Orange
July 13, 2020
Orange County will be offering two more days of the Military Mobile COVID-19 Testing. It will be on Wednesday, July 15, and Thursday, July 16, 2020, from 8 am -4 pm located at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center; 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. You do not have to make an appointment. Just show
Starbucks Opens Today in Orange
July 13, 2020
Starbucks has opened in Orange. The Orange location will be open for drive-thru and grab & go service Monday through Sunday from 5 A.M. to 9 P.M. To facilitate traffic in Starbucks Drive-Thru and Grab & Go, please see the following directions in an effort to ensure safe traffic flow: Driving south on Hwy 87/16th
USDA Holding Farmers to Families Food Giveaway July 11
July 9, 2020
USDA will be hosting a Farmers to Families Food Box Giveaway on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at 2 P.M. This Food Box Giveaway will be held at Orange Church of God, located at 1911 N. 16th Street. Food boxes will include pinto beans, potatoes, onions, apples, carrots, and oranges, and gallon jugs of milk. Food
TEA Issues Comprehensive Guidelines for a Safe Return to On-Campus Instruction for the 2020-21 School Year
July 8, 2020
The Texas Education Agency today announced comprehensive guidelines for students to return to school, prioritizing their health and safety while ensuring that students receive quality instruction, whether they choose to learn in a safe on-campus environment or remotely. “Both as Commissioner and as a public school parent, my number one priority is the health and
Peggy’s on the Bayou Hosting Fundraiser for Toys for Tots
July 8, 2020
Peggy and Richard Albair, owners of Peggy’s on the Bayou in Orange are hosting a fundraiser the Toys for Tots U.S. Marine Corp Southeast Texas program. They are asking for help and support to sell tickets to raise money for children in Southeast Texas for the holidays. They are selling raffle tickets at 3 for
New Personnel in Orange County Sheriff’s Office
July 7, 2020
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office would like to welcome the new members of the administration team. Sheriff Mooney has great plans for Orange County crime reduction and community interaction. His team brings several years of experience in all aspects of Law Enforcement. From left to right: Patrol Lt. Chad Scales, Patrol Capt. Chris Frederick, Support
Grand Opening of Orange Nutrition
July 7, 2020
The City of Orange is very pleased to announce that Orange Nutrition located at 1301 Green Ave., held its Grand Opening on Monday, June 6, 2020. They will be open Monday – Sunday 6:30 am – 5:00 pm. They are located at 1301 Green Avenue in Orange. They offer a variety of delicious and healthy