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
January 6, 2025
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Discover Your Sparkle with Diamond Art at the Orange Public Library
Ready to explore the creative hobby that’s captivating the crafting world? Diamond painting, a unique combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers, lets you apply colorful resin rhinestones to richly pigmented canvases. The result? Stunning, mosaic-like diamond artworks that shimmer and shine! The Orange Public Library invites adults to join the fun on January 7, 2025, from… Keep Reading
January 6, 2025
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Lava Java Opens Second Location in Bridge City
Lava Java, the beloved coffee shop from Vidor, is expanding its horizons with the opening of a second location at 1395 Texas Ave. in Bridge City, right next to Twice the Ice and across from Take 5 Car Wash. This new location boasts a convenient double drive-through, making it even easier for customers to grab… Keep Reading
January 2, 2025
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12News Anchor Tia Johnson to Host Storytime at Vidor Public Library
The Vidor Public Library is thrilled to announce a special Storytime event featuring Tia Johnson, Morning Anchor for 12News Daybreak. The event will take place on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the library, located at 440 E Bolivar St. Tia Johnson, known for her dedication to literacy and children,… Keep Reading
January 2, 2025
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Orange County Special Angels Rodeo Receives Prestigious TEGNA Foundation Grant
The Orange County Special Angels Rodeo, a nonprofit dedicated to creating inclusive rodeo experiences for individuals with special needs, has been awarded the esteemed 2024 TEGNA Foundation Grant by 12News. The funding will support the acquisition of vital equipment, including a new ramp to enhance accessibility for horseback riding activities, a cornerstone of the event’s… Keep Reading
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