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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

Celebrating Shirley Marshall: A Lifelong Advocate for Children and Books

May 14, 2025

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Celebrating Shirley Marshall: A Lifelong Advocate for Children and Books

During Teacher Appreciation Week, the Stark Museum of Art proudly celebrates Orange, Texas native and retired teacher Shirley Marshall, a dedicated educator, a passionate supporter of the Museum, and a lifelong champion for young readers. Shirley Marshall spent 20 years in the classroom, with 15 of those years devoted to teaching second grade. Throughout her… Keep Reading

Kotoyama Restaurant in Pinehurst Officially Closes Following Recent Inspection

May 13, 2025

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Kotoyama Restaurant in Pinehurst Officially Closes Following Recent Inspection

After more than a decade of serving the Pinehurst community, Kotoyama Restaurant, located at 2226 MacArthur Drive, has officially closed its doors. The closure follows a recent inspection that shut down the establishment and ordered it not to reopen until specific repairs were completed. The restaurant, which first opened in 2010, has faced previous shutdowns… Keep Reading

Stark Museum of Art Wins Prestigious TAMMIE Award

May 13, 2025

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Stark Museum of Art Wins Prestigious TAMMIE Award

The Stark Museum of Art proudly announces that the Texas Association of Museums has awarded its exhibition team the TAMMIE Silver Award for In-Museum Experience. The honor recognizes the museum’s Reindeer Trail Mobile Scavenger Hunt, an engaging and interactive digital experience that brought a festive twist to in-gallery exploration. The Texas Association of Museums Media… Keep Reading

Shangri La Botanical Gardens to Host Whimsical “Mad Hatter Tea Party” Sip and Stroll

May 13, 2025

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Shangri La Botanical Gardens to Host Whimsical “Mad Hatter Tea Party” Sip and Stroll

Step into a storybook world on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., as Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites the public to an enchanting evening with its Mad Hatter Tea Party-themed Sip and Stroll. Located at 2111 West Park Avenue in Orange, this free-admission event promises a magical fusion of… Keep Reading

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Ribbon Cutting Held at Darling Orange Boutique and Consignment

Ribbon Cutting Held at Darling Orange Boutique and Consignment

February 25, 2020

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for new member Darling Orange Boutique at 2339 MacArthur Dr in Orange on February 20, 2020. Kimberly Scott is the new owner of the previous Asher Luis Consignment & Resale Boutique. The store has a new name, a new look, and will feature more

Get Ready for the 2020 Census

Get Ready for the 2020 Census

February 25, 2020

April 1, 2020, is official Census Day for the nation. Completing your census form is critical to the City of Orange since the census tells us more about the community and census information is often very important when applying for federal grants. Also, federal law requires everyone to respond to the Census. By April 1,

It’s a Matter of the Heart – Heart Walk Scheduled at LSCO on February 29

It’s a Matter of the Heart – Heart Walk Scheduled at LSCO on February 29

February 24, 2020

It’s a Matter of the Heart – Heart Walk will be held at the Lamar State College-Orange Gym on Saturday, February 29 from 8 A.M. to 2 P.M. Attendees can participate in blood pressure checks, hands-only CPR training, hearth healthy meal prep, stroke prevention, and much more. For additional information, please contact Deborah Mitchell at

Tony Award-Winning Musical, An American in Paris, Comes to Lutcher Theater

Tony Award-Winning Musical, An American in Paris, Comes to Lutcher Theater

February 24, 2020

Romance! Adventure! Gershwin! Who could ask for anything more? Filled with the music of legendary composers George and Ira Gershwin, the Tony Award-winning masterpiece, An American in Paris, is dancing its way to the Lutcher Theater in Orange, TX, Sunday, March 8, 2020, at 3 pm. Tickets for An American in Paris are on sale

Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Feb. 21-27, 2020

Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Feb. 21-27, 2020

February 21, 2020

https://orangeworthy.com/event/music-by-the-stars/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/follies-community-kickoff-party/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/clay-walker/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/mardi-gras-southeast-texas-3/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/25th-annual-community-trash-off/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/cat-show-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/bees-bs/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/yoga-fundraiser/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/mardi-gras-southeast-texas-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/311/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/david-joel-band-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/cat-show/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/bird-watching-wednesday-spring-2020-5/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/1984/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/home-is-where-the-heart-is-a-love-story-at-the-wh-stark-house/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/mi-casa-solo-acoustified-4/

WOCCISD Holds Ribbon-Cutting for New Baseball and Softball Turf

WOCCISD Holds Ribbon-Cutting for New Baseball and Softball Turf

February 20, 2020

On February 18, 2020, West Orange-Cove Consolidated ISD  celebrated the ceremonial first pitch and ribbon cutting for their new baseball and softball turf. The turf field is the first of its kind in the United States with NR34 artificial turf. WOCCISD would like to thank their board members, as well as everyone who made these

Orange Fire Department Purchases New Truck

Orange Fire Department Purchases New Truck

February 20, 2020

The City of Orange Fire Department traveled to Appleton, Wisconsin, in early February to pick up a 2019 Pierce 2000 GPM Pumper. This truck will be replacing a 2000 model Quality Pumper. The truck is currently being outfitted with the necessary equipment and will be put in service early March at Central Fire Station. This

Orange Lions City Park Closed Indefinitely

Orange Lions City Park Closed Indefinitely

February 19, 2020

Due to safety concerns, Orange Lions City Park has been closed until further notice. A recent inspection found the playground equipment at the park to be structurally unsafe for continued use. The playground equipment has exceeded its estimated lifespan and is due for an update to meet safety guidelines. The City of Orange staff has

February 2020 Restaurant Report Card

February 2020 Restaurant Report Card

February 18, 2020

Here’s how some of your favorites restaurants fared in their health inspections from Jan 1 – Feb. 14, 2020. A perfect score of 100 went to: Orangefield Junior High North Early Learning Center West Orange High School Other scores in Orange include: Real Southern Cooking,1111 Green Ave., Orange, 93 Chili’s Grill and Bar, 292 Stickland

May 2020 Election Candidates Finalized

May 2020 Election Candidates Finalized

February 17, 2020

City of Orange General Election, May 2, 2020: Below are candidates who have filed for a place on the ballot as of 1:30 p.m. February 14, 2020: Single-member District 3 – Three-year term Terrie Turner Salter City of Orange At Large Place 6 -Three-year term: Paul Burch Charles Ray Thomas Orange County Drainage District, Precinct

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