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
September 21, 2023
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Texas Workforce Commission Grants Over $400,000 in Job Training Funds
The Texas Workforce Commission presented checks to seven local schools on September 14, 2023, including Lamar State College Orange. Lamar State College Orange President Dr. Thomas Johnson spoke about the programs these grants totaling $434,591 helped to fund. The first grant of $159,780 was used for the purchase of a construction crane and heavy equipment… Keep Reading
September 21, 2023
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Shangri La Opens 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival Registrations
Shangri La Gardens has opened registration to participate in the 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival, scheduled for Oct. 10-28, 2023. Celebrate the changing season at the 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival, featuring dozens of unique scarecrow designs, fall flowering displays, thousands of pumpkins, and autumn decorations displayed throughout the gardens. See what the talented members of the… Keep Reading
September 20, 2023
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Stark Museum of Art to Offer Adult Studio Class
Develop your ability to create observational drawings from life. During this three-week class, you will learn how to create representational pencil drawings of a Western still-life scene successfully. Participants will explore sighting techniques and compositional choices, as well as improve their ability to depict form, light, and shadow, as well as complete a 14″x17″ still… Keep Reading
September 20, 2023
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Storytime Returns to the Orange Public Library
Storytime returns to the Orange Public Library every Wednesday morning from September 13 – December 13, 2023, at 220 5th St. in Orange. Early Literacy: 10:15 – 10:45 am Preschool Storytime is designed for 3 – 5-year-olds. Children enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger puppet plays, and more during this time. Lapsit: 11:00 –… Keep Reading
OFD’s 2019 Fill the Truck Event a Huge Success
December 16, 2019
The City of Orange Fire Department hosted the 4th annual “Fill the Truck” at Central Fire Station. The toys received have been donated to the Blue Santa program in conjunction with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department to distribute to families in need within the Orange community. The Orange Fire Department would like to thank all
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Dec. 13-19, 2019
December 13, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-from-charlie-charles-m-russell-holiday-greetings-10/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/disney-junior-holiday-party/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-strolls-community-food-drive-6/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/village-of-the-nativity-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/apf-lifting-spirits-invitational-charity-powerlifting-meet/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/try-out-week-6/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/imagineering-day/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/home-town-holidays-in-vidor-december-14th/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/west-orange-stark-elementary-merry-mustang-market/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/dreaming-of-a-green-christmas/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/rudolph-the-red-nosed-reindeer-the-musical/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-strolls-community-food-drive-5/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/village-of-the-nativity/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/my-beautiful-disaster-returns-to-brick-barley/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/adult-studio-workshop-the-art-of-marbling/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/chris-hantz/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/mi-casa-solo-acoustified-3/
Orange Chamber of Commerce Creates Interactive Orange Grove Map
December 12, 2019
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce has created an interactive map of their Orange Grove project. The Orange Grove is a new countywide project to promote pride and beautification in Orange County. This project will feature the distribution of large concrete oranges across the county. The interactive map can be viewed here. Concrete orange
Interstate 10 Widening Project Meeting Postponed
December 11, 2019
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the public hearing scheduled for Thursday, December 12, 2019, for the I-10 Widening Project is postponed and will be scheduled for a later date. The purpose of the public hearing was to present the proposed widening of I-10 from 0.54 mile east of FM 3247 to the Sabine River Bridge in
Christmas Open House Scheduled at Heritage House Museum
December 11, 2019
A Christmas Open House will be held at the Heritage House Museum of Orange County at 905 W. Division St. on December 14, 2019, from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. and December 15, 2019, from 2 P.M. to 5 P.M. The community is invited to join Santa and his elves for cookies, punch, and house
Riverside Pavilion Groundbreaking Ceremony Scheduled
December 11, 2019
Public Works Director, Jim Wolf, and Architect, Rob Clark, have announced a groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for Tuesday, December 17, at 1 p.m., for the new Riverside Pavilion project located at the City Boat Ramp at Simmons Drive. Better Built Buildings was previously awarded the construction contract at a November City Council meeting. The public is
Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Winners at 2019 Banquet
December 10, 2019
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet Monday night, December 9, 2019, at the Shahan Center on the LSCO Campus. Award winners include: Chris Kovatch, Citizen of the Year Brad Childs and Chris Kotatch, Chairpersons of the Year Kacey Burnitt, Ambassador of the Year. Listen to our interview with Kacie here
Orange County Health Inspections September – November 2019
December 9, 2019
Orange County Health Inspector James Scales released his September – November 2019 health inspection report. Three food kitchens in Orange were inspected and given no score: Mount Siani Baptist Church at 1113 North 2nd St., Orange First Presbyterian at 902 Green Ave., Orange St. Mary Catholic Church, 912 W.Cherry St, Orange Pre-opening/post-Imelda inspections were given
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Dec. 6-12, 2019
December 5, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-from-charlie-charles-m-russell-holiday-greetings-15/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/sma-playdate-lets-make-a-print/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/breakfast-with-santa/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/breakfast-with-santa-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/beary-merry-christmas-market/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/1st-annual-toys-for-tots-toy-drive/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/pajamas-at-the-pavilion/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-strolls-community-food-drive-9/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-light-parade/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/jimmy-buffetts-escape-to-margaritaville/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/scrooge/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/adult-studio-workshop-the-art-of-marbling-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-open-house-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/brad-brinkley-at-mi-casa-in-orange-7/
Stephanie Harren of Chosen Weeds Farm is Keeping Southeast Texas Clean and Healthy with Artisan Goat’s Milk Soaps
December 5, 2019
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