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
October 11, 2021
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Keep Orange County Beautiful to Hold E-Waste Collection on Oct. 23
Keep Orange County Beautiful is holding an E-Waste collection day on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at the Orange Baptist Hospital parking lot at 608 Strickland Drive in Orange from 8 a.m. until 1 pm. The waits to be collected that day will include computers, laptops, hard drives, monitors, printers, power cords, cell phones, tablets, fax… Keep Reading
October 11, 2021
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Scarecrow Festival Scheduled Oct. 12- Nov. 6 at Shangri La
Shangri La Botanical Garden’s Annual Scarecrow Festival is back and takes place October 12 through November 6, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friends from all over will be able to enjoy dozens of unique scarecrow contest exhibits, fall flowering displays, thousands of pumpkins, and autumn decorations displayed throughout Shangri La Gardens. Free timed… Keep Reading
October 7, 2021
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Shangri La to Host Adult Workshop on Succulents
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will hold an adult workshop, The Dish on Succulents, on November 20, 2021. The materials fee is $25. Join us on a creative journey to explore all about succulents! In this program, you’ll become familiar with this low-maintenance favorite. Shangri La Gardens Director of Horticulture, Jennifer Buckner, will… Keep Reading
October 6, 2021
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Orange County Salvation Army Opens Angel Tree Applications
The Orange County Salvation Army has opened Angel Tree applications. Application dates are October 18 – November 4, 2021 (Monday thru Thursday). Only Orange County residents may apply, and they must register online here. In order to make an appointment, you will need an ANGEL CODE for your Appointment Location: ANGEL CODE: VIDOR (Love & Truth… Keep Reading
County Offices to Reopen in Limited Capacity on April 13
April 9, 2020
On Monday, April 13, 2020, Orange County offices will reopen with limited public access during their normal operating hours. Citizens are encouraged to phone and email departments to minimize walk-in traffic. Phone numbers and emails can be found on the Orange County website or by calling 409-883-7740 for the automatic phone attendant to locate a
It’s Opening Day for Chick-fil-A!
April 9, 2020
The brand-new Chik-fil-A restaurant opened its doors for business today, offering drive-thru service and curbside service only. Chik-fil-A wants to ensure that their opening today goes as smoothly as possible, so they ask patrons to be sure to read all signs posted. To access the drive-thru only: From Highway87/16th St. please drive to the Frontage
Governor Abbott Closes All State Parks
April 8, 2020
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered all state parks and state historical sites temporarily closed as of 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Abbott says it’s part of an effort in response to the spread of Coronavirus to “strengthen social distancing practices and prevent gatherings of large groups of people”. Local facilities frequented by SETX
City Officials Encourage Answering Phone Calls About COVID-19 Inquiries
April 8, 2020
The City of Orange is encouraging citizens to answer all calls from (409) 246-5XXX. Officials understand many do not answer phone calls if the number is not a saved contact or is not recognizable. These calls are being placed by investigators working with local health authorities related to individuals who have been in contact with
Essential Business and Restaurants Still Open in Orange
April 7, 2020
Take a moment to find out which City of Orange stores are open and taking COVID-19 precautions: Childs Ace Hardware – social distancing CVS – drive-thru pharmacy Dollar General – social distancing Family Dollar – social distancing Farmers Mercantile – social distancing HEB – social distancing Home Depot – social distancing Kroger – curbside pickup
Orange City Elections to Be Postponed
April 7, 2020
The City of Orange has announced the General Election to be held May 2, 2020, has been postponed. The election of Council Member Place 3 and Council Member Place 6 will be added to the November 3, 2020, Uniform Election. See full declaration here.
Checkpoints Open at Texas/Louisiana Border
April 6, 2020
Checkpoints to screen cars have been set up on roads entering Texas from Louisiana as part of the enforcement of Gov. Greg Abbott’s Executive Order requiring self-quarantine. Beginning Sunday, April 5, 2020, motorists are urged to exercise caution and remain alert for traffic congestion when traveling west into Texas from Louisiana roadways. Checkpoints and screening
Orange County Employee Tested Positive — Offices Closed This Week
April 6, 2020
An Orange County employee tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. County offices will be closed for cleaning from Monday, April 6 through Thursday, April 9. The offices will remain closed on Friday, April 10. 2020, for the observation of the county holiday for Good Friday. The closure will be evaluated weekly. Public health is conducting
FAQS About Stay Home – Work Safe Order
April 2, 2020
Orange County Government along with the Orange County Office of Emergency Management have published an FAQ list with answers to questions about the “stay at home” order. You can read it in full below.
Summary of Stay Home – Work Safe Order
April 2, 2020
Orange County Government along with the Orange County Office of Emergency Management have published a handy guide outlining the difference between the recently passed “stay at home” order versus social distancing. You can read it in full below.