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
June 29, 2020
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WOS High School Receives Grant From Dow Industries
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… Keep Reading
June 29, 2020
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City of Orange Applying for Additional Harvey Disaster Relief Funds
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…. Keep Reading
June 26, 2020
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Abbott Rescinds Bar Openings and Reduces Restaurant Occupancy
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… Keep Reading
June 25, 2020
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Masks to Be Given to All Tested for COVID-19
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… Keep Reading
Lutcher Theater Hosting Blood Drive on April 30
April 29, 2020
The LifeShare Blood Center Bus will be in the parking lot of the Lutcher Theater at 707 Main Ave. in Orange on Thursday, April 30, 2020, from 1-5 PM. Donations made between April 1-30 will receive a Crawfish Fest Lifesaver t-shirt while supplies last. For more information, please contact Alison Smith at 409-293-6859.
Mandatory Self-Quarantine for Travelers From Louisiana To Be Lifted May 1
April 28, 2020
The mandatory self-quarantine order for travelers from Louisiana to Texas will be lifted on Friday. According to an executive order signed on Monday by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, those travelers from the City of New Orleans or the State of Louisiana will no longer need to quarantine upon entering the state. Checkpoints have been in
Governor Announces Plan to Reopen Texas
April 28, 2020
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says all retail stores, restaurants, movie theaters, and malls can open Friday, May 1 *BUT* with only 25% occupancy. If all goes well, that will be increased to 50% occupancy on May 18 (when phase 2 begins). Barbershops, hair salons, bars, clubs, and gyms are NOT approved to open at this
May 2020 School Lunch Distribution Schedule
April 27, 2020
Interested in getting your kids breakfast and lunches till the end of May from your school district? Here is the list of the Orange County schools that are offering food in the month of May to kids during COVID-19 pandemic: Orangefield ISD Orangefield Junior High School Breakfast/Lunch Monday-Friday 10:30am to 12:00pm West Orange CISD North
“Retail To Go” Model Starts April 24
April 27, 2020
Executive Order GA-16 authorizes the re-opening of retail businesses under a temporary “Retail-To-Go” model effective April 24, 2020 Customers may purchase items from a retail location for pickup, delivery by mail, or delivery to the customer’s doorstep, but may not enter the premises. Retail To Go All payments should be done over the phone or
CASA of Southeast Texas Seeks Volunteers
April 27, 2020
Did you know that child abuse and neglect rates are expected to spike when COVID-19 begins its downfall? More eyes on kids means that more people will see the abuse and neglect that occurred while families were in quarantine. YOU are needed, now more than ever, to serve as a CASA volunteer! These children, who
Orange County EDC Soliciting Input From Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
April 24, 2020
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation is again seeking input from the local business community to understand how COVID-19 restrictions have impacted your business. Please complete our follow-up survey which will guide us in our efforts to support you through this time. Click here for the survey.
Mobile Testing Scheduled for April 28
April 24, 2020
Military Mobile COVID-19 Testing Team will be conducting a one-day operation in Orange County this Tuesday, April 28, 2020. They will conduct the COVID-19 testing from 9 am to 6 pm located at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center; 11475 FM 1442; Orange, Texas 77630. Those desiring the test will need to call (512)
Harry’s Appliance Celebrates 57 Years in Business
April 23, 2020
Harry’s Appliance. located at 302 S 10th St, is celebrating 57 years in business. Harry’s Appliance is locally owned and operated by Harry and Margie Stephens. Customers can find a great selection of leading brands such as Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchen Aid, and much more when browsing for new or pre-owned appliances. They also offer appliance
J.P. Primeaux to Debut in Virtual Acoustic Series
April 22, 2020
Updated: You can catch the replay here. Join the Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau Thursday, April 23, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. for our April Acoustic Series. This virtual event will be held from 7:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. on the Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau Facebook page. Enjoy this virtual event from the comfort of