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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

Southeast Texas Coaches Association Names 2023 Coaches of the Year

January 11, 2024

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Southeast Texas Coaches Association Names 2023 Coaches of the Year

The Southeast Texas Coaches Association has named its 2023 coaches of the year.  The list is noted below. Featured Orange County coaches include: Baseball: Tim Erickson from Orangefield Softball: Rebekah Ragsdale from Orangefield Boys’ Gold: Todd Trawhon from Orangefield Girls’ Tennis: Rebekah Newell from Orangefield Assistant Coach of the Year: Sarah Nash from Orangefield Girls’… Keep Reading

New Executive Director Hired at Orange Housing Authority

January 10, 2024

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New Executive Director Hired at Orange Housing Authority

The Orange Housing Authority announces a new chapter in its journey with the hiring of Sheryl Ford as the Executive Director of the City of Orange Housing Authority. Ford brings a wealth of experience and a passion for community development that aligns perfectly with the OHA mission to provide safe, affordable housing for all. Her… Keep Reading

Registration Opens for 2024 Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant

January 9, 2024

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Registration Opens for 2024 Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant

Registration opens for the 2024 Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant, which will be held on  April 7, 2024, at Julie Rogers Theater, 765 Pearl St. in Beaumont. In 1981, the Mauriceville Crawfish Festival Association hosted the first Crawfish Festival Queen Pageant as a fundraising project. It quickly became an annual tradition in conjunction with the… Keep Reading

Leslie’s Place Opening in Mauriceville

January 9, 2024

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Leslie’s Place Opening in Mauriceville

According to Leslie’s Place owner Leslie McIntosh Rider. a new Leslie’s Place will be opening in Mauriceville in early March in the building in the old Tuffy’s Eatery building at 11261 Highway 12, Mauriceville. The last restaurant at this location was Bella’s Italian Bistro, which closed in December 2023. The new location will serve the… Keep Reading

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W.H. Stark House Reopens For Holiday Tours

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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