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
December 28, 2020
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Lions Den Park Playground 75% Complete
Jim Wolf, Public Works Director, spoke at the Orange City Council meeting concerning the progress of the Lions Den Park playground. Wolf stated the playground is approximately 75% complete and the estimated completion date of the playground is January 31, 2021. The pavilion at the park is scheduled to be removed in early February 2021… Keep Reading
December 22, 2020
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Vidor Chamber Selects Shafer as New Director
Vidor Chamber of Commerce has selected Crystal Shafer as its new director. Crystal is the co-owner of Texas Built Cabinets along with her husband Michael, where she serves as the President of the company. She has lived in Vidor for 38 years, is a graduate of Vidor High School and her children attend Vidor schools… Keep Reading
December 22, 2020
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Rollbacks Likely for SETX
According to KFDM News, Jefferson, Hardin, Orange and the six other counties in Trauma Service Area R must roll back business capacity to 50% and bars may have to close due to the region exceeding the 15% threshold for COVID patients in all hospital beds for 7 straight days. The order takes effect at 8… Keep Reading
December 22, 2020
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Orange Chamber Cancels 2021 Mardi Gras Parades
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Orange regretfully have decided to cancel the Friday Mardi Gras Motor Parade scheduled for February 5, 2021, and the Krewe of Krewe’s Grand Mardi Gras Parade scheduled for February 6, 2021. Due to lack of participation and the COVID – 19 pandemic, they feel… Keep Reading
Help for Orange County Businesses Damaged by Imelda
September 23, 2019
If you are an Orange County business and sustained damage from Imelda, please contact Orange County Economic Development Corporation at jhill@orangecountyedc.com. Orange County Economic Development will need the following information: Name of business Estimated repair cost Were you insured? You can also call them at (409) 883-7770.
For Those Needing Cleanup Assistance After Imelda
September 23, 2019
A Home Cleanup Hotline in support of survivors of Tropical Depression Imelda is open now through Friday, October 4, 2019. Survivors needing assistance with cleaning from the storm can call (800) 451-1954. Do not try and register online, as that is not available except for organizations wanting to help in the cleanup. Orange County Disaster
Orange Area Openings and Closings Week of September 22
September 22, 2019
Schools Bridge City CISD classes resume Monday. Vidor ISD schools will be closed through at least Wednesday. Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD will try and start school again on Thursday, September 26, if at all possible. If arrangements cannot be made for Thursday, an alternate date will be given parents no later than Tuesday, September 24. Staff who are
Report Your Imelda Damages
September 22, 2019
To provide assistance to Orange County citizens in the most efficient and accurate way, the Orange County Office of Emergency Management is asking each citizen affected by Tropical Storm Imelda to complete the IMELDA DAMAGE SURVEY located on Orange County’s website www.co.orange.tx.us. Please refer to memo below for full details.
Tropical Depression Imelda Warnings
September 18, 2019
The City of Orange Office of Emergency Management is closely monitoring Tropical Depression Imelda. According to the National Weather Service – Lake Charles, our region could see an additional 4 to 10 inches of rain through Thursday and is at risk for flash flooding. Be alert for flooded roads during periods of heavy rain, especially
Rainy Days Ahead
September 17, 2019
Forecasters expect up to 8 to 10 inches of rain for Southeast Texas over the course of the next few days. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Lake Charles has increased the rainfall forecast today through Thursday. Four to six inches of rain, locally as high as 10 inches, is expected in Southeast Texas. According
New Orange City Hall Grand Opening Held
September 16, 2019
A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony were held on Thursday, September 12, 2019, in celebration of the relocation of Orange City Hall. A resolution was passed by the Orange City Council to purchase First Financial Bank on January 12, 2016. After the new construction of First Financial Bank was completed, the City of Orange began
Bassmaster Elite Series 2020 Returns to Orange
September 16, 2019
B.A.S.S. officials have announced the schedule for the 2020 Bassmaster Elite Series, a nine-tournament slate that will take the world’s best bass anglers to six states and some of the most storied fisheries in the sport’s history. For fans who love watching professional anglers catch giant bass, the schedule is likely to be love at
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Sept. 13-19, 2019
September 13, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/varsity-football-newton-events-west-orange-stark-high/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/cocktails-on-the-patio/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/daughtry/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/friday-night-karaoke-3/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/bhtb-vii-the-adventure-run/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/orange-riverfront-car-show/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/waffle-breakfast-3/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/neches-river-adventures-saturday-public-tours-8/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/saturday-adventure-series-shangri-la-rockstars/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/create-workshop-paper-embossing/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/container-gardening-bringing-the-garden-to-your-porch/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/5th-annual-beaumont-craft-beer-fest/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/the-southern-momma-cledus-t-judd-comedy-experience/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/family-game-night-3/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/bird-watching-wednesdays-4/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/jericho-burley/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/cookies-and-coloring-5/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/fry-and-auction-fundraiser/
Tara Tyndell of Tidy Spaces Gets Homes and Businesses Organized in Southeast Texas
September 12, 2019
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