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
March 27, 2020
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City of Orange Issues Declaration of Disaster and Emergency Orders
A Declaration of Disaster and accompanying Emergency Orders have been signed by Mayor Larry Spears Jr. which will become effective at 11:59 pm, March 26, 2020. The City of Orange feels fortunate that there are minimal positive cases of COVID-19 in Southeast Texas, but believes this declaration and emergency orders will assist in the area-wide… Keep Reading
March 26, 2020
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Work Safe, Play Safe Initiative Instituted
The implementation of a Work Safe, Play Safe, Stay Safe Initiative has been instituted by County Judges in Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Newton, Orange, and Tyler counties. This Initiative provides guidance to the public and retail service industry in areas such as what is, and is not, allowed during the COVID-19 crisis. Financial institutions will continue… Keep Reading
March 25, 2020
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Chik-fil-A to Open Drive-Thru Only on April 9
Mr. Eric Sienko, Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Orange, spoke at the Orange City Council Meeting held Tuesday, March 24. Sienko thanked the City of Orange for the amazing support and assistance during the construction phase leading to the opening scheduled for Thursday, April 9. “At this time, the plan is for drive-thru only and mobile app… Keep Reading
March 24, 2020
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Testing Center Opens at Airport
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… Keep Reading
Restaurant Inspection Scores Feb. 16-29, 2020
March 4, 2020
Here’s how some of your favorites restaurants fared in their health inspections from Feb. 16-29. 2020 A perfect score of 100 went to: Orange County Jail, 105 Border St., Orange Bridge City Elementary, 1035 W. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City Just for Kids Daycare, 480 E. Roundbunch Rd., Bridge City Kid’s Castle, 100 Parkside Place Dr.,
Beautiful – The Carole King Musical Coming to Lutcher Theater
March 4, 2020
Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing announce that the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway hit, Beautiful-The Carole King Musical, about the early life and career of the legendary and groundbreaking singer/songwriter, will make its Orange, Texas premiere at Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at 7 pm for 1
CASA Plans Information Session for New Volunteers
March 3, 2020
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) is a non-profit organization that consists of trained volunteers who advocate for abused, neglected or abandoned children in our region. These children are generally placed in foster care by the courts and CASA is assigned to investigate the child’s case and report to the court what is in the best
Food Trucks Needed for Local Events
March 3, 2020
The Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau offers a variety of opportunities for food trucks to participate in annual events throughout the year. Applications for food trucks are now being accepted for the Family Fun & Food Fest on March 21 from 11 A.M. to 9 P.M. For food trucks interested in participating in the Family
City Council Invites Public to Meeting About Lions Den Park
March 2, 2020
The City of Orange invites the public to join them at a special call meeting of the Orange City Council to discuss Lions Den Park. This meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 3 at 5:30 pm in the Public Library Auditorium. There will be a presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding the park. As
Ribbon Cutting Held for KPI General Contractors
March 2, 2020
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for new member KPI General Contractors at 1207 Pier Rd in Orange on February 27, 2020. Owners Bill and Jenny Stark have worked in the Orange area for over 14 years, starting with real estate and now having a company that takes on residential,
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Feb. 28-March 5, 2020
February 28, 2020
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Orange Public Library Offering Binge Boxes to Check Out
February 27, 2020
The Library now has Binge Boxes available for circulation. Binge boxes hold 5-8 movies, with a common theme or series, that patrons can check out for one week. The collection is new and small, having begun with mostly donated DVD’s, but will be growing over the coming months. For additional information, please contact the Orange
Shangri La Gardens and KOCB Bring the Recycling Focus to the 25th Annual Trash-Off
February 26, 2020
Building community partnerships across Orange County to improve our local environment and reduce litter is what the 25th Annual Trash-Off is all about. On Saturday, February 22, Keep Orange County Beautiful collaborated with Shangri la Gardens to add recycling to the 2020 Trash-Off. Superior Tire and Service of Orange and D&D Scrap of Bridge City
Orange County Community Health Fair Scheduled for March 21
February 26, 2020
Come out to this Community Health Fair on Saturday, March 21st from 10-2:00 p.m. at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. Children’s immunizations will be offered, as well as cooking demonstrations, games for all ages, Hepatitis A & B immunizations for First Responders, and more! If you’re