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
September 7, 2023
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SETRPC Offers 2023 Stabilization Assistance
South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) has stabilization assistance available for qualifying residents of Orange County for 2023. Applicants must be at or below the 200th percentile of the Federal Poverty Level in order to qualify for services (see chart below). Types of assistance include: Utilities: Electricity, Water and Gas Rent: Eviction Notice An… Keep Reading
September 7, 2023
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Cove Marina Boat & Storage Construction Nears Completion
Cove Marina & Boat Storage has completed the construction of the boat stalls and is working on stocking the inside of the store. They are located at 1804 S Mississippi Ave. in Orange. Owned by Jacqueline and Quinton Singleton of Orange, the marina will feature boat storage rentals, bait sales, kayak rentals, a boat launch,… Keep Reading
September 6, 2023
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Second Annual Christmas in Orangefield Opens Vendor and Sponsor Registrations
The Orangefield Fine Arts Boosters will hold its Second Annual Christmas in Orangefield Scholarship Fundraiser Festival on Saturday, December 16, 2023, from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. They will be set up in the spectator area adjacent to the field house and visitor concession stand at F.L. McClain Stadium located at Orangefield High School, 10058 FM 105… Keep Reading
September 6, 2023
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Texas A&M Agrilife to Host Cooking With Friends Program
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office will host a free adult class, Cooking With Friends in the Garden, on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 10 AM in the Field of Plenty, located at 2120 Wickard in Orange behind Orange Christian Services. The program will include cooking fresh produce from the garden and will be taught by… Keep Reading
Testing Center Opens at Airport
March 24, 2020
Starting Tuesday, the public drive-thru testing site will be conducted at the Jack Brooks Regional Airport in Mid Jefferson County serving 5 County Region. Please do not just show up. You must call the hotline 409 550-2536 for a screening. Nurses are answering the lines and taking questions from people about symptoms they have that
Small Business Administration Offering Low-Cost Loans to Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
March 24, 2020
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Texas small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently
First Case of COVID-19 Reported in Orange County
March 23, 2020
On Sunday, March 22, 2020, Orange County received confirmation of its 1st positive case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID19) in an Orange County resident. This individual is currently quarantined at home and cooperating with the direction of the health department. Quarantine procedures include persons with COVID-19 staying home for at least 14 days, monitoring their
COVID-19 Regional Call Center Opens
March 23, 2020
The COVID-19 Regional Call Center is open to take calls from people who have symptoms of the disease. This center serves Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, Jasper, and Newton Counties. Individuals who meet testing criteria will be sent to a mobile testing site. If a person has the symptoms, they will be directed to a testing site.
SETX Takeout Blitz
March 21, 2020
In light of Governor Abbott’s latest press conference announcing the closing of our restaurants until April 3rd, Orange Worthy News and Local Events has compiled a useful list of restaurants throughout the region who offer take out. This is a very crucial time during this unprecedented event- which is why our local businesses, especially our
How to Use Orange County Government Services During Disaster Declaration Period
March 20, 2020
Due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic and the rapidly evolving situation Orange County’s main priority is the health, safety and wellbeing of the citizens and employees. Orange County Offices will remain open but must accommodate the social distancing recommendation by having no more than 10 people in a specified location and seeking to maintain at
Circle K Kiddie Ranch is Still Open for Business
March 19, 2020
We erroneously reported in our post about COVID-19 closures that Circle K Kiddie Ranch was closed until April 3. They are, in fact, still open and operating. This was a mistake on our part, and for that, we sincerely apologize to the owner Carol Daigle and Director Jana Daigle and the Circle K Kiddie Ranch
Orange County EDC Measuring Impact of COVID-19
March 19, 2020
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation is seeking your input. If you are a business operating in Orange County, please complete our survey. This survey is ONLY meant to gather information about the impact of COVID-19 on Orange County operations. The EDC will use this information to assess the business community’s needs and any assistance
Orange County Offices Remain Open in Limited Capacity
March 18, 2020
After a meeting with Orange County Department Heads and Elected Officials, the County Offices will remain open and have implemented procedures to stay open but in a safe manner in accordance with CDC advisement in reference to the Coronavirus. Below are some of the specific changes that citizens need to be aware of. Orange County
All Stark Cultural Venues Closed and Events Canceled
March 17, 2020
After careful consideration, the Stark Museum of Art, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and the W.H. Stark House are to close beginning Tuesday, March 17, 2020, and will remain closed until further notice. This includes general admission and all venue offices including The Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation. All special programming