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 26, 2023
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100 Homes Suffered Damage in Tuesday’s Tornadoes
Orange County Emergency Management Coordinator Joel Ardoin confirms about 100 homes in Orange County were impacted and/or damaged. He notes that it will take days to get a full picture of the destruction, adding, “From impacted to destroyed homes, there are different levels of that, but there are about a 100 homes, but we’re going to… Keep Reading
January 26, 2023
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Red Cross Shelter Opens in Bridge City
The American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region opened an emergency shelter Wednesday to assist those impacted by the severe weather that hit Southeast Texas. The shelter opened Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Bridge Point Fellowship Overflow in Bridge City at 9 p.m. Red Cross workers are prepared to provide warm meals, a safe place… Keep Reading
January 26, 2023
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Three Tornadoes Hit Southeast Texas This Week
According to National Weather Service Lake Charles, the tornado that hit Orange County was one of three that went through Southeast Texas on Tuesday. Meteorologist Chanelle Stigger noted that all the tornadoes were from a line of thunderstorms that moved through. She added, “However, it wasn’t, more than likely, the same one that picked up and… Keep Reading
January 24, 2023
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Candidate Packets Available for City of Vidor Elections
Candidate Packets are now available for the May 6, 2023, City of Vidor General Election. Packets contain an Application for a Place on the Ballot, Texas Ethics Commission’s Form CTA – Appointment of a Campaign Treasurer by a Candidate, as well as other candidate forms and instructions. Note: The Application for a Place on the… Keep Reading
Orange County EDC Releases Video Series
May 11, 2020
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation has released a series of promotional videos that highlight real estate, education, quality of life and tourism for companies and individuals seeking to relocate to Orange County. The goal of the EDC in producing these informational videos is that they will create a concise snapshot of Orange County with
OCVB Hosts Sam Hardin in Virtual Acoustic Series on Thursday
May 7, 2020
Join the Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau on Thursday, May 7 at 7:00 P.M. for their Virtual Acoustic Series. Enjoy this virtual event from the comfort of your home featuring live entertainment by Sam Hardin. You can listen from the comfort of your own home by visiting the OCVB Facebook page at 7 PM here.
Community Food Drive Planned for May 15
May 6, 2020
Orange County United Way is coordinating a community food drive on Friday, May 15, 2020, from 10 am – 2 pm. Non-perishable food items may be dropped off at The Salvation Army, 1950 MLK Drive in Orange, or at United Christian Care of Vidor, 293 Wilson St., Vidor. The food drive will help stock the
Governor Abbott Modifies Reopening Orders to Include Hair and Nail Salons
May 6, 2020
Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday announced that he is amending his most recent orders, and most notably he says that barbershops, hair salons, and nail shops can reopen on Friday, May 8th with certain caveats in place. Meanwhile, the Governor also said that all restrictions are lifted for weddings, funerals, and graveside services, but
New Mural Revealed at Orange Public Library
May 5, 2020
Terry Bussinger with NVS-Ink Art Studio did an incredible job painting the pictured mural on the City of Orange Public Library. The mural can be viewed from Main Street. The owner and senior artist at NVS-Ink Art Studio, Terry Bessinger has been bringing his particular style of artwork to SouthEast Texas and the surrounding area
Lamar State College Orange to Distribute Emergency Student Financial Aid
May 4, 2020
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) will receive $521,660 in emergency financial aid via the CARES Federal Economic Stimulus Package. Emergency grants will be made available to LSCO students that submit an application and: Have incurred expenses related to the disruption of LSCO campus activities related to COVID-19; Were enrolled at LSCO during the spring 2020
New Taco Bell Opens for Business
April 30, 2020
Orange’s newest Taco Bell restaurant, located at 7245 IH10 E, is now open each day from 9 A.M. to midnight. You can download the Taco Bell app on Apple or Google Play to order, schedule a pickup time, and customize your favorite item. For additional information, please contact Taco Bell at 409.405.4027.
Additional COVID-19 Testing Dates Established
April 30, 2020
The Southeast Texas Regional Emergency Operations Center has announced alternative COVID-19 testing sites in Port Arthur and Orange County. COVID-19 tests will be provided at the alternative testing sites and will only be available for residents of that area as follows: ORANGE COUNTY, TEXAS RESIDENTS May 5, 2020 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Orange County
Britt Godwin Appearing April 30 in Virtual Acoustic Series
April 30, 2020
Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau is hosting its second performance of the Virtual Acoustic series. Britt Godwin will be playing tonight, April 30, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. You can enjoy this virtual event from the comfort of your home by tuning it to the OCVB’s Facebook page at 7 PM. Godwin is the very best
North Orange County Farmer’s Market Opens May 7
April 30, 2020
The North Orange County Farmer’s Market will reopen on Thursday, May 7, 2020, at 5:00 PM under the Community Center Pavilion at the festival grounds at 7441 Cohenour Rd. Orange, TX 77632. We would love to see you come out and support our local farmers and artisans. Stay tuned for info on which vendors will