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
September 1, 2021
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OPD Hosting Spread the Love Food Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive
September is Hunger Action Month and the Orange Police Department is raising awareness by hosting the “Spread the Love” food drive. Donations of peanut butter and jelly in plastic containers may be dropped off at the Orange Police Department, located at 201 N. 8th Street in downtown Orange. All items will be donated to the… Keep Reading
August 31, 2021
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OFD Awarded $100,000 Grant
The Orange Fire Department (OFD) was awarded a Fire Act Grant in the amount of $100,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This grant award will be used to replace 15 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units and purchase 30 SCBA cylinders for the Orange Fire Department.
August 31, 2021
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September DRSA Boat Races Canceled
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau has made the tough decision to cancel the 2021 DSRA Boat Races, scheduled to be held on September 18 & 19. The decision to cancel the boat races was made after the staff was presented with logistic concerns and notification of damages from Hurricane Ida in areas… Keep Reading
August 30, 2021
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Lyda Hired as New Director of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of its new Director, Mandy Sims Lyda! Lyda moved back to Orange County a little over a year ago after being gone for some time. She has been married for almost 20 years and has 2 children. She loves to travel and enjoys… Keep Reading
Jimmy Nick’s BBQ Opens in Vidor
July 6, 2020
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce was happy to kick off the Grand Opening this morning for Jimmy Nick’s. Jimmy Nick’s is a SETX food trailer specializing in award-winning Bar B Que and Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana Cuisine. They cater all events. Stop by today for your slice of heavenly BBQ. Visit their Facebook page
40 Under 40 Nominations Open
July 6, 2020
The Southeast Texas Young Professionals Organization, Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce and Beaumont Enterprise will honor the best and brightest young professionals under the age of 40 for their academic achievements, professional success and community involvement with the 40 Under 40 recognition. Young professionals are a vital asset to our region. It is very important
Governor Abbott Orders All Texans to Wear Face Masks
July 2, 2020
On Thursday, July 2, 2202, Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order that requires all Texans to wear face coverings over their nose and mouth in public spaces, with exceptions. According to the order, this applies to residents of counties with more than 20 positive cases of COVID-19. This includes Orange County. Restrictions on outdoor
Vidor Begins 2020 Street Maintenance Project
July 2, 2020
The City of Vidor will soon be starting its 2020 Street maintenance project. The streets and scheduled start dates of maintenance work include: N. Tram (from the feeder road to E. Tram)—–6-29-20 1st Street—–7-6-20 Jackson Street & Alma Circle—–7-13-20 Lexington Drive—–7-17-20 Work on each street is expected to take approximately one week. While under construction,
May and June 2020 Restaurant Inspection Reports
July 2, 2020
James Scales, Deputy Director of the Orange County Environmental Health and Code Compliance, has resumed restaurant health inspections. Here are the scores for May and June of 2020: Perfect Scores Kidz World Learning Center, 1875 Miller Drive, Bridge City, 100 New Begininz Academy, 3807 Meeks Drive, Orange, 100 Little Flock Daycare, 8257 Highway 87 North,
Recyclops Changes Recycling Pickup Schedule
July 1, 2020
Due to continued customer growth in Orange County, Recyclops recycling services are moving to a four-day schedule beginning the week of July 6. In addition, going forward, pickups will be every other week instead of twice-monthly, which means customers will receive two extra pickups each year. Recyclops has also added printable calendars for each pickup
Orange Lion Club’s Orangeopoly Game Now For Sale Locally
June 30, 2020
The Orange Lion Club’s Orangeopoly games have arrived and are now for sale. The Orangeopoly game is based on the classic Monopoly game but features Orange locations and businesses on the gameboard. They are $25 each and can be purchased at the locations below: TruColors, 1201 N 16th St., Orange Pink Rooster Treasures, 2492 Martin
Vidor Public Library Announces New Programs
June 30, 2020
Vidor Public Library’s “Imagine Your Story” Summer Reading Challenge began on June 22. Children reading 20 books from the Vidor Public Library will be entered into a drawing for a grand prize. In addition, the Vidor Public Library accepts books, DVDs, and CD donations on Thursdays. They accept only gently used, not abused items. Please
Independence Day Closings 2020 Announced
June 30, 2020
In observance of Independence Day, the City of Orange will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020. As always, the City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be on duty keeping us safe. All Bridge City and Orange County Offices will be closed as well. Waste Management will service its usual route on this day.
WOS High School Receives Grant From Dow Industries
June 29, 2020
Exciting things are coming to West Orange-Stark High School engineering program. With the partnership of DOW industries, a $5,000 grant has been awarded to their engineering program. Teachers are being trained in Project Lead the Way curriculum, which promotes STEM education using a hands-on approach to real-world problem-solving experiences. DOW’s partnership is also outlining a