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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

Bridge City to Sponsor Christmas Tree Lighting

November 4, 2021

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Bridge City to Sponsor Christmas Tree Lighting

The City of Bridge City is sponsoring its first annual Christmas Tree Lighting/Christmas Market in the Park. It is scheduled for Friday, December 3, 2021, from 5-9 PM at the Bridge City Park Pavilion, 101 Parkside Drive in  Bridge City. The actual tree lighting will commence at 6:30 PM. Participants are asked to bring a… Keep Reading

LSCO Announces Nearly $840,000 In Grants From Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

November 3, 2021

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LSCO Announces Nearly $840,000 In Grants From Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Lamar State College Orange announced that the college has received nearly $840,000 in grant awards from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) in recent days. The awards come in the form of three different grants to support the modernization of reporting, increasing training offerings to prepare students to take CDL Class A or B… Keep Reading

Get Your Tickets Now for Orange County Disaster Rebuild Taste of the Holidays

November 2, 2021

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Get Your Tickets Now for Orange County Disaster Rebuild Taste of the Holidays

Tickets are now on sale for the Orange County Disaster Rebuild’s 3rd Annual Taste of the Holidays event. It will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442, from 5 pm to 8 pm. Only 400 tickets will be sold. They sell out every year,… Keep Reading

Multi-Agency Resource Center Established for Tornado Victims

November 2, 2021

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Multi-Agency Resource Center Established for Tornado Victims

Orange County Disaster Rebuild will operate a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for those that have SUFFERED MAJOR RESIDENTIAL DAMAGE from the October 27, 2021 tornados. Access to this event is limited to ORANGE & NEWTON COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY! Attendees will need to self-report through this link prior to registration for the MARC. Damage reports are… Keep Reading

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Batten Down the Hatches – Freezing Weather Ahead

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

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

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

Tracy Miguez of The Furniture Queen Repaints Homes and Furniture Throughout Southeast Texas

November 7, 2019

[spreaker type=player resource=”episode_id=19910324″ width=”100%” height=”200px” theme=”light” playlist=”false” playlist-continuous=”false” autoplay=”false” live-autoplay=”false” chapters-image=”true” episode-image-position=”right” hide-logo=”false” hide-likes=”false” hide-comments=”false” hide-sharing=”false” hide-download=”true”]   Tracy Miguez of The Furniture Queen in Bridge City juggled several jobs before opening The Furniture Queen, including her time as a stay-at-home mom and stints with the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce, Walmart, and a skincare

Understanding FEMA Determination Letters and How to Appeal

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

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

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

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

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

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

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