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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

Stark Museum of Art Launches Summer Story Circle

May 27, 2025

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Stark Museum of Art Launches Summer Story Circle

The Stark Museum of Art invites families to embark on a magical journey this summer with the launch of Summer Story Circle—a free, interactive program designed to inspire young minds through stories, art, and exploration. Beginning May 29, 2025, families can join the fun in the museum lobby on select Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00… Keep Reading

Odile’s Fine Flooring & Design, Your Home Design Specialist

May 26, 2025

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Odile’s Fine Flooring & Design, Your Home Design Specialist

Odile’s Fine Flooring & Design is Southeast Texas’ go-to destination for homeowners looking for high-quality materials and expert installation services to elevate their living spaces. Evolving from Odile’s Artistic Interiors, where owner Stephanie Leggett gained recognition as the region’s leading faux painter in the early 1990s, the business has grown into a full-service design house…. Keep Reading

End of an Era: Harry’s Appliances to Close After 64 Years in Orange

May 26, 2025

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End of an Era: Harry’s Appliances to Close After 64 Years in Orange

Harry’s Appliances will close its doors after more than six decades of serving the Orange community. The store opened in 1961 and announced a Going Out of Business Sale that will continue through the end of June 2025, marking the store’s 64th anniversary. The decision to close follows the passing of founder Harry Stephens, who… Keep Reading

Vidor City Manager Resigns — Police Chief Rod Carroll Appointed as Interim City Manager

May 26, 2025

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Vidor City Manager Resigns — Police Chief Rod Carroll Appointed as Interim City Manager

The City of Vidor announces the resignation of City Manager Robbie Hood, who stepped down from his role on Tuesday after approximately five years of service. In response, the Vidor City Council has unanimously appointed current Police Chief Rod Carroll as interim city manager, while Police Captain Rodney Johnson will step in as interim police… Keep Reading

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Mardi Gras Comes to Orange in 2020

Mardi Gras Comes to Orange in 2020

January 8, 2020

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, will be hosting the 17th Annual Mardi Gras Weekend – February 14 & 15, 2020. Opening the Orange Mardi Gras Weekend, the Flashback Friday Parade will be held on Friday, February 14, beginning at 6:30 P.M. Attendees are

HarvestCall Arrives to Help Orange County Homeowners Rebuild

HarvestCall Arrives to Help Orange County Homeowners Rebuild

January 7, 2020

Orange County Disaster Rebuild and North Orange Baptist Church welcome HarvestCall to Orange.   The volunteers from this organization will be in our community for three months rebuilding and repairing homes damaged by Hurricane Harvey in Orange County. Volunteers will be housed at North Orange Baptist Church. HarvestCall is an outreach of the Apostolic Christian

WOCCISD Allocated Federal Grant to Rebuild West Orange-Stark Middle School

WOCCISD Allocated Federal Grant to Rebuild West Orange-Stark Middle School

January 6, 2020

The West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District will receive a $1,823,500.38 federal grant to rebuild West Orange-Stark Middle School after damage caused by Hurricane Harvey, U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced today. The funding comes from the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Robert T. Stafford Act, which grants authority for

Pinehurst Police Department Officer Makes Traffic Stops Memorable This Holiday Season

Pinehurst Police Department Officer Makes Traffic Stops Memorable This Holiday Season

December 20, 2019

Pinehurst Police Officer Joshua Lockett made several traffic stops in Pinehurst this week. Usually, that is not news, but Thursday, December 19 was a little bit different. Instead of issuing citations, he issued gift certificates provided by Pinehurst businesses who decided to give back to the community and spread holiday cheer. Chief Fred R. Hanauer

Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Dec. 20-26, 2019

Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Dec. 20-26, 2019

December 20, 2019

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Community Christian School Hosts “The Greatest Christmas Blessing” Program

Community Christian School Hosts “The Greatest Christmas Blessing” Program

December 19, 2019

Community Christian School recently held “The Greatest Christmas Blessing” where students bought gifts to be given to students on local campuses. Students learned that Christmas is not so much about receiving but the blessing is in giving. Students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade bought gifts to be distributed. The school was able to distribute

Southeast Texas REALTOR®  Angie Lane of Coldwell Banker Makes Buying and Selling Homes a Breeze

Southeast Texas REALTOR® Angie Lane of Coldwell Banker Makes Buying and Selling Homes a Breeze

December 18, 2019

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City of Orange Holiday Closures

City of Orange Holiday Closures

December 18, 2019

In observance of the Christmas holiday, the City of Orange will be closed on Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th. There will be NO sanitation service on Wednesday, December 25th, Christmas Day, with the exception of the Orange Police and Fire Departments. Residents with Wednesday and/or Thursday service are asked to place their containers

Ribbon Cutting Held For New Offices of Congressman Brian Babin

Ribbon Cutting Held For New Offices of Congressman Brian Babin

December 17, 2019

A Holiday Open House and Ribbon Cutting were held on Monday, December 16, 2019, for the new District Office of Congressman Brian Babin. The Orange District Office of Congressman Brian Babin is located inside Orange City Hall at 812 N. 16th Street; Orange, TX. Brian Babin is a life-long resident of East Texas. He was

LSCO Community and Workforce Education Sponsoring Several Upcoming Training Programs

LSCO Community and Workforce Education Sponsoring Several Upcoming Training Programs

December 16, 2019

The Community and Workforce Education department at Lamar State College Orange provides non-credit learning opportunities for the community as well as customized training programs to meet the needs of local businesses and industry. Their classes are open to everyone and their commitment is to increase their students’ knowledge and skills needed for their current jobs

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