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
August 12, 2021
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West Orange Announces Fall Cleanup Days
The City of West Orange announced its Fall Clean-Up Days for Oct. 15-16, 2021 from 9 AM – 3 PM. Dumpsters will be available behind the West Orange Fire Station for WO residents only. Proof of residency and photo ID will be required at the drop site. Normal household waste will not be accepted. No… Keep Reading
August 11, 2021
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Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting For Vidor Nutrition
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Vidor Nutrition on August 6, 2021. The business is located at 1140 North Main St. Suite B in Vidor next to the Hushpuppy. Their business hours are 5:30 AM – 5 PM Monday-Friday, 9 AM – 2 PM Saturday, and closed on Sunday. They are independent… Keep Reading
August 11, 2021
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Orange City Council Approves Funds for Free State Cellars Improvements
The Orange City Council approved action taken by the Orange Economic Development Corporation to enter into an agreement with Free State Cellars for the expenditure of funds for infrastructure improvements in an amount not to exceed $167,000 for the purpose of economic development. Phase 1 of the Free State Cellars improvement plan is a $500,000… Keep Reading
August 10, 2021
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension to Hold Fresh Start to a Healthier You Program
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is holding a free series of classes called a Fresh Start to a Healthier You. In the program, you’ll learn about food safety, shopping on a budget, and much more. This series is being held at various locations throughout Orange County. The dates and locations are: Tuesday, August 17, 24,… Keep Reading
Starbucks is Coming to Orange
February 4, 2020
The City of Orange is pleased to announce that Starbucks has filed for building permits for a $1.1 million building located at the 3100 block of 16th Street at Interstate 10. Construction is expected to be completed summer of 2020 with a grand opening to be held mid-July.
West Orange Stark High School Gets a New Gym Floor
February 4, 2020
Video courtesy of G&G Enterprises Construction Corp.
Lutcher Theater’s Incredible Kids Performances Announced
February 4, 2020
The Lutcher Theater’s Incredible Kids Events performing arts series creates “Page to Stage” experiences for thousands of students & educators throughout Southeast Texas & Southwest Louisiana. Most performances are based on books, allowing the stories the students read in the classroom to come to life before their eyes on the performing arts stage. Working closely
Kunst Named Citizen of the Year by Vidor Chamber of Commerce
February 3, 2020
Current Orange City Manager, Mike Kunst was named Citizen of the Year during the Vidor Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet Thursday, January 30, 2020. Kunst formerly served as Vidor City Manager.
Orange Public Library Celebrating Read Aloud Day
February 3, 2020
The Orange Public Library will be recognizing World Read Aloud Day, Wednesday, February 5th, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. In recognition, the Library will have a designated area for anyone interested to sit and read aloud… to friends, family, library staff and other patrons. The Library will have a selection of materials available, but patrons
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Jan. 31 – Feb. 6, 2020
January 31, 2020
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Second Hearing to Be Held on Juvenile Curfew Ordinance
January 30, 2020
A public hearing was held at the Orange City Council Meeting concerning re-adoption of the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance. This ordinance is considered to be an effective tool to safeguard children from being victims of crime while also discouraging juvenile crime. A second public hearing will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 9 am
25th Annual Community Trash-Off Scheduled for February 22
January 29, 2020
The 25th annual Community Trash-Off is scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the City of Orange Boat Ramp, located on Simmons Drive in Orange, Texas. This year’s Community Trash-Off is presented by INVISTA and hosted by Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center in collaboration with the City
Orange County EDC Unveils New Marketing Campaign
January 28, 2020
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation has kicked off a new marketing campaign to attract new industries, businesses, and residents to Orange County. You can read more about in this article, The Reasons Why People Are Moving to this Up-and-Coming Southeast Texas County. View the new promo video below:
7th Annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair Scheduled
January 27, 2020
The Orange County Master Gardeners are holding their 7th Annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair on Saturday, March 14, 2020, 8 AM – 1 PM at Cormier Park, 8235 FM 1442, Orangefield. Hundreds of nursery and member grown plants will be for sale including many varieties of citrus, berries, Texas Superstars, perennials, natives, annuals, house, and