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 20, 2020
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Exceptional Emergency Center Offering Curbside ER Care
Exceptional Emergency Center is now offering curbside ER care. Curbside ER Care is available from 7 am-7 pm daily. During the COVID-19 outbreak, Exceptional Emergency Centers are leading the way in patient safety. Exceptional Emergency Centers are taking extra steps to ensure that all patients can safely get the best care for their health issues…. Keep Reading
April 17, 2020
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Governor Abbott Closes Schools for Remainder of 2019-20 School Year
Gov. Greg Abbott announced Friday that public and private school classrooms will remain closed for the remainder of the school year to avoid quickening the spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. The decision, made with the advice of doctors and health officials, came alongside a series of executive orders intended to… Keep Reading
April 17, 2020
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Convention and Visitors Bureau Plan Virtual Acoustic Series
The Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the April Acoustic Series. This virtual event will be held on April 23 and 30 from 7:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. on the Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau Facebook page. Enjoy LIVE music from the comfort of your home while staying safe and abiding by… Keep Reading
April 15, 2020
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Landfill Fees Waived Through May 12
All fees are waived at the Orange County Citizens Collection Station (Landfill) until May 12. You can view the list of materials accepted as well as the hours of operation at the landfill in the image below.
Updated: Lutcher Theater Closed Until Further Notice
March 17, 2020
The Lutcher is closed until further notice and has temporarily suspended all public performances and events beginning today, March 17 through April 30, 2020, in compliance with orders and recommendations regarding the coronavirus and social gatherings declared by the Center for Disease Control and our federal, state and local governments. The impacted events are: Beautiful
Orange County Issues Disaster Declaration and Emergency Order
March 17, 2020
Orange County Judge John Gothia has issued a disaster declaration for Orange County effective immediately for the next 30 days.. Provisions within the declaration: Any event sponsored by Orange County will cease No gatherings of events of greater than 50 people Limit visitation in nursing homes and senior centers 24 Hour curfew in place for
OISD Cancels School Beginning March 23-April 3
March 16, 2020
In anticipation of a Disaster Declaration of Emergency by Orange County, Orangefield ISD will close its schools out of an abundance of caution beginning on Monday, March 23, 2020. Our district will reassess this closing on or before Friday, April 3, 2020. Our goal is to return on Monday, April 6, 2020. In the near
WOCCISD Cancels School Beginning March 23 Through April 3
March 16, 2020
In anticipation of a Disaster Declaration of Emergency by Orange County, WOCCISD will close its schools out of an abundance of caution beginning on Monday, March 23, 2020. Our district will reassess this closing on or before Friday, April 3, 2020. Our goal is to return on Monday, April 6, 2020. In the near future,
LCMCISD Cancels School March 17 Through April 3
March 16, 2020
From Superintendent of Schools, Stacey Brister… Out of an abundance of caution, LCM CISD will implement a Flexible Education Program (FEP) beginning Tuesday, March 17th, through Friday, April 3rd. Students will not report to school beginning tomorrow. The FEP will include a blended instructional approach with both online and paper/pencil learning tasks. This plan will
Coronavirus-Related Closures and Cancellations
March 16, 2020
If your business, organization, or association has had its services or events compromised by the COVID-19, you can send us the info at support@orangeworthy.com or message our Facebook page. Please continue to check frequently for updates. Due to the threat of the Coronavirus, numerous changes, cancellations and closures have occurred, including: Businesses Louisiana Casinos/*Restaurants/Bars/Movie Theaters –
Governor Abbott Waives STAAR Testing Requirements
March 16, 2020
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he has waived the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Additionally, Governor Abbott is requesting that the Department of Education (DOE) waive federal testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Governor Abbott is working closely with the Texas Education Agency
Virtual Activities to Explore If You’re Homebound During the COVID-19 Crisis
March 16, 2020
We’ve gathered some resources you and your family might find helpful if you are practicing social isolation. Please return to this page as we add additional resources. If you know of others, drop us an email. General Activities 100 Activities to Do at Home During School Closures: Many of these activities listed will require some
Governor Abbott Declares State of Disaster in Texas
March 15, 2020
On Friday, March 13, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott held a press conference at the State Capitol to update the public on the status of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Texas and what the state is doing to protect public health. The Governor also announced several new actions Texas is taking to mitigate the spread of the
City of Orange and Orange County Officials Continue to Monitor COVID-19 Situation
March 14, 2020
County and City officials in Orange County continue to monitor the situation with the coronavirus (COVID-19). As of Friday morning, March 13, 2020, there have been no confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Orange County. Officials urge citizens to take precautions such as washing one’s hands and avoiding close contact with people who are sick.