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 14, 2021
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Orange City Council Agrees to Purchase High Water Rescue Trucks
City of Orange Fire Chief, David Frenzel, discussed the purchase of two (2) high water rescue vehicles during the Orange City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 13. The vehicles will be partially paid for through an Infrastructure Grant from the Texas General Land Office as a part of Disaster Relief from Hurricane Harvey. The remainder… Keep Reading
April 13, 2021
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Area Code Required to Dial 409 Numbers Beginning October 24
The Texas Public Utility Commission says that as of October 24, 2021, the 409 area code will be one of seven across the state in which residents will be required to first dial the area code before entering the remaining seven numbers to make a local telephone call. On July 16, 2020, the Federal Communications… Keep Reading
April 12, 2021
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Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event Planned for May 15
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) is hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event. The event will be held in the parking lot of the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center at 3401 Cultural Center Drive in Port… Keep Reading
April 12, 2021
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SETRPC Offing Stabilization Services to Those Impacted by Imelda
The SETRPC (Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission) is offering stabilization services to qualifying residents of Orange County impacted by Tropical Storm Imelda. SETRPC stabilization services will include utility services such as water, gas, gas-disconnect notices (no deposits/late fees/re-connect charges), and rent services such as eviction notices (no deposits/application fees/late fees/court & filing fees). Orange County… 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