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 15, 2019
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Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Nov. 15-21, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/insights-lunch-look-cartoonist-impressionist-engineer/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/museum-pub-crawl/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/beginners-inversions-weekend-with-gil-perez/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/tom-segura-take-it-down-tour/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/intro-to-beekeeping-at-lsco-with-queen-bee-supply/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/saturday-adventure-series-the-giants-of-the-swamp/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/holiday-sip-shop/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/crossroads-band/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/thanksgiving-dinner/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/afterschool-art-realistic-charcoal-drawing-9th-12th-grades/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/family-game-night/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/food-handlers-class/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/certified-food-managers-course/
November 14, 2019
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Mallorie Henning of Frey’s Landscape Helps Southeast Texas Businesses and Homeowners Maintain Green Lawns and Lush Outdoor Spaces
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November 14, 2019
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City of Orange Hires New Events Manager
Leigh Anne Dallas has been appointed as the new Event Manager/ EDC Assistant for the City of Orange. Leigh Anne is a West Orange-Stark High School graduate and holds a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Administration with a focus in Event Planning from Stephen F. Austin State University. During her time as an undergrad, she received… Keep Reading
November 13, 2019
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Orange County Rebuild 2nd Annual Taste of the Holidays a Resounding Success
Orange County Disaster Rebuild hosted the 2nd Annual Taste of the Holidays on Tuesday, November 12. Attendees were able to enjoy more than 20 vendors along with live entertainment provided by Gulf Coast Cajun Band. A number of City of Orange restaurants participated in this event including: Lucy’s Cafe and Bakery- Orange Small Bites @… Keep Reading
City of Orange Applying for Additional Harvey Disaster Relief Funds
June 29, 2020
The City of Orange is submitting to the Texas General Land Office a supplemental application for disaster relief funds, Hurricane Harvey, CDBG-DR-4332. The Texas General Land Office is the state administrative agency or “grantee” for the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds (CDBG-DR) provided through the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development.
Abbott Rescinds Bar Openings and Reduces Restaurant Occupancy
June 26, 2020
Governor Greg Abbott today issued an executive order limiting certain businesses and services as part of the state’s effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. This decision comes as the number of people testing positive for COVID-19 and the number of hospitalizations have increased and the positivity rate in Texas increased above 10%, which the
Masks to Be Given to All Tested for COVID-19
June 25, 2020
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), in partnership with the Texas Military Department, will begin distributing 3-ply surgical masks to every Texan who undergoes COVID-19 testing at state-run mobile test collection sites. Beginning tomorrow, each Texan who receives a COVID-19 test at a state-run mobile testing site will
Fishers of Men and SETX Food Bank Host Food Giveaway June 27
June 24, 2020
The Fishers of Men, in conjunction with the Southeast Texas Food Bank, is hosting a food distribution giveaway on Saturday, June 27, 2020, at Turning Point Church, 3600 N. Main St., in Vidor from 10 AM – 1 PM. Please enter the event from the Spoonmore St. driveway. Participants must stay in their vehicles, and
WOCCISD Announces Two Initiatives in Support of Black Lives Matter Movement
June 24, 2020
The West Orange Cove Consolidated Independent School District issued the following statement today to support the Black Lives Matter movement: In light of the current social unrest in our country, and recognizing that we serve a diverse community, the West Orange Cove CISD Board of Trustees and superintendent, with much thought and deliberation, would like
Orange Lions Club Cancels 2020 Carnival
June 23, 2020
On June 22, 2020, the Lions Club released the following statement on their Facebook Page: The Orange Lions Club has been closely monitoring COVID-19 and assessing how it would affect our carnival for this year. Our intention has been to run the carnival if it would be safe for members, volunteers, and the public. As
Salvation Army Family Store Has Re-Opened
June 22, 2020
The Salvation Army Family Store has re-opened for business. They are open Monday – Thursday from 9 am-1 pm. They are located at 414 Donnell St. in Orange and can be reached at (409) 291-4109. All proceeds support Salvation Army Programs such as Rent and Utility Assistance, Food Pantry, and The Salvation Army Boys and
COVID-19 Testing Available at Exceptional Emergency Center in Orange
June 22, 2020
COVID-19 testing is now available at all Exceptional Emergency Center locations in Texas. During the State of National Emergency, Exceptional ER is now accepting Medicare along with Tricare and all major insurances. Patients can get results in as little as 15 minutes with the Rapid Test. No appointments or scheduling are required for testing. For
Double “McRescue” at McDonald’s on Highway 62
June 16, 2020
The City of Orange Fire Department responded to a call on Highway 62 where crews had to make a “Double McRescue” when two workers were stranded at the top of the McDonald’s sign when the lift they were using malfunctioned. Firefighters were able to safely bring the two workers down to solid ground. The City
Input From Vidor Residents Needed for Grant
June 15, 2020
During the Thursday night Vidor City Council meeting, the need for completed surveys to help the city get a $25 million grant to improve drainage was brought forward as a pressing issue. The required 80 percent of citizens has not yet been reached. If you reside in Vidor and haven’t completed this survey, please take