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Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Winners at 2019 Banquet

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

For Those Needing Cleanup Assistance After Imelda

September 23, 2019

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For Those Needing Cleanup Assistance After Imelda

A Home Cleanup Hotline in support of survivors of Tropical Depression Imelda is open now through Friday, October 4, 2019. Survivors needing assistance with cleaning from the storm can call (800) 451-1954. Do not try and register online, as that is not available except for organizations wanting to help in the cleanup. Orange County Disaster… Keep Reading

Orange Area Openings and Closings Week of September 22

September 22, 2019

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Orange Area Openings and Closings Week of September 22

  Schools Bridge City CISD classes resume Monday. Vidor ISD schools will be closed through at least Wednesday. Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD will try and start school again on Thursday, September 26, if at all possible. If arrangements cannot be made for Thursday, an alternate date will be given parents no later than Tuesday, September 24. Staff who are… Keep Reading

Report Your Imelda Damages

September 22, 2019

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Report Your Imelda Damages

To provide assistance to Orange County citizens in the most efficient and accurate way, the Orange County Office of Emergency Management is asking each citizen affected by Tropical Storm Imelda to complete the IMELDA DAMAGE SURVEY located on Orange County’s website www.co.orange.tx.us.  Please refer to memo below for full details.  

Tropical Depression Imelda Warnings

September 18, 2019

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Tropical Depression Imelda Warnings

The City of Orange Office of Emergency Management is closely monitoring Tropical Depression Imelda. According to the National Weather Service – Lake Charles, our region could see an additional 4 to 10 inches of rain through Thursday and is at risk for flash flooding. Be alert for flooded roads during periods of heavy rain, especially… Keep Reading

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County Offices to Reopen in Limited Capacity on April 13

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.      

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