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
May 14, 2024
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Orange Chamber of Commerce Holds Grand Opening for Barry’s Greek Grill
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting on May 7. 2024, for Barry’s Greek Grill, located at 1720 W. IH-10 Frontage Road in Orange, at the former location of Tacos La Shula. Owner Barry Nikshiqi, who also owns Greek Gyros II in Port Arthur. His family is also in the restaurant industry,… Keep Reading
May 13, 2024
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2024 Stark Reading Contest County Finalists Announced
Each year from 1904 to 1975, the Stark Family – beginning with Miriam Lutcher Stark and continuing with her son, Lutcher, and his wife, Nelda – sponsored a contest in reading and a contest in declamation in the public high schools in the City of Orange, Texas. In 1976, the Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in… Keep Reading
May 13, 2024
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Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Playing at the ORC
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting on May 7, 2024, for Playing at the ORC, located at 1004 North Main in Vidor. Playing at the ORC is a Ninja Warrior/parkour style playground with activities for adventurous and daring kids 1-12 years old. They also offer space to hold parties. Business hours are as… Keep Reading
May 9, 2024
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WOCCISD $72M Bond Approved During May Elections
West Orange-Cove CISD voters approved the $72M bond proposition on the May ballot. “The Board of Trustees and I are humbled by the trust placed in us by the voters of West Orange-Cove CISD,” stated Dr. Rickie Harris, Superintendent of West Orange-Cove CISD. “Your endorsement not only validates our efforts but also your dedication to… Keep Reading
W.H. Stark House Reopens For Holiday Tours
October 30, 2019
After an extensive restoration of both exterior and interior spaces, the Nelda C. & H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation is happy to announce the re-opening of The W.H. Stark House for 2019 Holiday Tours. All restoration elements have been painstakingly researched to showcase the House as it was in its prime. We invite you and your
Orange County United Way Hosting 2nd Annual Chili Cookoff Fundraiser
October 28, 2019
Orange County United Way is hosting its second annual Chili Cookoff on Thursday, November 7t, 2019, from 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m at the Dow Business Center (formerly DERA). Last year this event was held for their Corporate Partners on Chemical Row. This year they are expanding to include ALL local businesses. Pre-orders will be accepted
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Oct. 25-31, 2019
October 25, 2019
For Halloween-specific events, please see our event list here. https://orangeworthy.com/event/10th-annual-scarecrow-festival-7/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/29th-annual-village-creek-festival-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/wine-unwind-yoga/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/mistletoe-market-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/neches-river-adventures-saturday-public-tours-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/saturday-adventure-series-friend-or-foe/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/the-arbor-day-foundations-community-tree-recovery-campaign/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/link-sale-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/up-close-with-nature-october-26th/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/cat-and-nat-momtruths-live/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/larry-tillery/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/lsco-50th-birthday-bash/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/afterschool-art-realistic-charcoal-drawing-9th-12th-grades-4/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/jersey-boys/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/bird-watching-wednesdays/
Debbie Crews of Debbie’s Gold Gem Helps You Sparkle with Diamonds, Gold, and More!
October 24, 2019
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Orange Area Halloween Spooktacular Events Oct. 2019
October 23, 2019
This list continues to grow. Check back often! https://orangeworthy.com/event/10th-annual-scarecrow-festival-8/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/halloween-party/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/fall-festival/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/halloween-spooktacular/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/trunk-or-treat/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/scottie-saver-trick-or-treat/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/shine-gods-light-parking-lot-party/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/octoberfest/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/3nd-annual-trick-or-treating-with-dfg/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/stranger-treats/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/trunk-or-treat-at-orangefield-elementary/
Together Thursdays to Feature Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band
October 23, 2019
The City of Orange and Dow have partnered together to host Together Thursdays, a free outdoor concert series. Together Thursdays will be held at the Riverfront Boardwalk and Pavilion from 5 P.M. to 8 P.M. and will feature Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band on October 24. Food and drinks will be available for
Lamar State College Orange Recognized by Keep Orange County Beautiful
October 23, 2019
Keep Orange County Beautiful (KOCB,) presented the 4th Quarter Beautification Award to Dr. Thomas Johnson, President of Lamar State College Orange (LSC-O). Members of his staff, together with board members of KOCB attended the presentation. Deborah Bednar, president of the county’s beautification organization, said she has long admired the campus landscaping. “It’s inspiring to
Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Honda of Orange with Ribbon-Cutting
October 22, 2019
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for our new member Honda of Orange at 1800 Strickland Dr in Orange. Owners Mark Frey and Ed Van Huis welcomed everyone and report that they have bought out this business that originally opened in the 1960’s. Honda of Orange is
Halloween Spooktacular featuring Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
October 21, 2019
The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau will be hosting a Halloween Spooktacular featuring the film, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, (1971) on Saturday, October 26, from 5 P.M. – 9 P.M. at the Riverfront Boardwalk and Pavilion. This event will include trunk-or-treat activities, bounce houses, and popcorn beginning at 5 P.M. The
City of Orange to Give Out 1000 Trees
October 18, 2019
Through the Arbor Day Foundation’s Community Tree Recovery Campaign, a partnership between the Arbor Day Foundation and International Paper, the City of Orange will distribute 1,000 trees to homeowners in Orange and surrounding areas on Saturday, October 26th beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Riverfront Pavilion, 601 W Division, Orange, TX. “The people of Orange