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
June 22, 2020
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COVID-19 Testing Available at Exceptional Emergency Center in Orange
COVID-19 testing is now available at all Exceptional Emergency Center locations in Texas. During the State of National Emergency, Exceptional ER is now accepting Medicare along with Tricare and all major insurances. Patients can get results in as little as 15 minutes with the Rapid Test. No appointments or scheduling are required for testing. For… Keep Reading
June 16, 2020
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Double “McRescue” at McDonald’s on Highway 62
The City of Orange Fire Department responded to a call on Highway 62 where crews had to make a “Double McRescue” when two workers were stranded at the top of the McDonald’s sign when the lift they were using malfunctioned. Firefighters were able to safely bring the two workers down to solid ground. The City… Keep Reading
June 15, 2020
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Input From Vidor Residents Needed for Grant
During the Thursday night Vidor City Council meeting, the need for completed surveys to help the city get a $25 million grant to improve drainage was brought forward as a pressing issue. The required 80 percent of citizens has not yet been reached. If you reside in Vidor and haven’t completed this survey, please take… Keep Reading
June 11, 2020
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Orange Community Players Hosting Unity Fest 2020
NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. UPDATE: From Cody Smith Vasquez: “It is with a heavy heart that OCP makes the decision to postpone Unity Fest 2020. This decision is made due to the continuing increase in COVID-19 cases in our area and new government mandates. We strongly feel that a celebration of diversity is… 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