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
February 16, 2022
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Registration Opens for 2022 CASA Classic Golf Tournament at Sunset Grove Country Club
CASA of the Sabine Neches Region, which provides advocacy services for abused and neglected children across six counties, will be hosting its CASA Classic Benefit Golf Tournaments. The event will take place at the beautiful championship golf courses at Sunset Grove Country Club in Orange, TX, on April 25. The tournaments are so much more… Keep Reading
February 16, 2022
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Delinquent Property Tax Program Available
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) passed by Congress in March 2021 provides money to help homeowners impacted by the pandemic avoid foreclosure of their homestead. The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) is implementing the program in Texas and it is set to begin on Monday, February 21, 2022. The program will pay… Keep Reading
February 14, 2022
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Stark Museum of Art to Host Sculpted Clay Horse Class
Learn to sculpt and texturize a 3-D figure at the CREATE! Workshop: Hand-built Clay Horse on Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Participants will seek inspiration from the galloping horse sculptures in the Stark Museum of Art and then head to the studio to roll out slabs to make a horse… Keep Reading
February 14, 2022
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Gordon Baxter’s Daughter to Host Book Signing
Meet Jenny Baxter, daughter of Gordon Baxter, at the Vidor Public Library at 440 E Bolivar St in Vidor on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. She will be signing her new book, Gordon Baxter: Flying Lessons and Pilot Talk in her father’s own words. Gordon Baxter (December 25, 1923 –… Keep Reading
Batten Down the Hatches – Freezing Weather Ahead
November 12, 2019
The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a hard freeze watch along and north of I-10 for Tuesday night Wednesday morning. A Freeze Watch has been issued south of I-10. During freezing weather in Southeast Texas, remember the following to protect your home and pets: Insulate exterior pipes that run along outer walls
Riverside Pavilion Construction Contract Awarded
November 8, 2019
Better Built Buildings was awarded a contract by the Orange City Council on Tuesday, November 5, in the amount of $694,880 to build the Riverside Pavilion. Public Works Director, Jim Wolf, previously presented designs for the 10,000 square foot pavilion to be built at the City of Orange Boat Ramp at Simmons Drive. Mike White
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Nov. 8-14, 2019
November 8, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/coffee-and-donuts-with-rotary/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/christmas-open-house/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/bandstand/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/saturday-adventure-series-keep-orange-beautiful/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/st-helens-holiday-market/ Guesswork https://orangeworthy.com/event/afterschool-art-realistic-charcoal-drawing-9th-12th-grades-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/taste-of-the-holidays/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/jam-session-open-to-everyone-2/
Tracy Miguez of The Furniture Queen Repaints Homes and Furniture Throughout Southeast Texas
November 7, 2019
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Understanding FEMA Determination Letters and How to Appeal
November 6, 2019
AUSTIN, TX – Survivors who registered with FEMA for disaster assistance because they were affected by Tropical Storm Imelda will receive a determination letter explaining the eligibility decision and the reason for that decision. If approved, it will state the dollar amount of the grant and how the funds should be used and when ineligible,
6th Annual Orange County Special Angels Rodeo Set to Kick Off November 9
November 5, 2019
The 6th Annual Special Angels Rodeo will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2019, at the T2 Arena & Event Center. 3810 Old Peveto Road in Orange, Registration will open at 9:00 am and opening ceremonies will kick off at 10:00 am. This event plays host to more than 300 special needs individuals of all
LSCO Opens Gator Cafe
November 5, 2019
The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, November 4, 2019, for the Gator Cafe at Lamar State College Orange. The Gator Cafe is located in the LSCO Student Center and is ready to serve breakfast and lunch. The hours of operation are from 7:30 am to 2 pm Monday through Friday.
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Nov. 1-7, 2019
November 1, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/day-of-caring-november-2019/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/10th-annual-scarecrow-festival-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/sma-playdate-lets-watercolor/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/grand-opening-and-ribbon-cutting/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/holiday-in-the-park/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/neches-river-adventures-saturday-public-tours/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/autumn-fair-2019/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/meat-canning-class/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/afterschool-art-realistic-charcoal-drawing-9th-12th-grades-3/
Early Voting is Underway
October 30, 2019
Early Voting for the November 5, 2019, Uniform Election Date is underway. The polls will be open Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. on October 28 through November 1. Registered Orange County voters may go to any of the early voting sites but must go to their assigned voting precinct on Election
International Paper Distributes 1,000 Trees to Orange Homeowners
October 30, 2019
Through the Arbor Day Foundation’s Community Tree Recovery Campaign, International Paper was able to distribute 1,000 trees to homeowners in Orange and surrounding areas on Saturday, October 26. These trees will help beautify the community and replace trees that received damage or were destroyed by recent years of weather devastation. The City of Orange would