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 27, 2023
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Columbanus Motor Sports Changes Name to Orange Powersports USA
Columbanus Motor Sports announced on June 23, 2023, that they have changed their name and are now called Orange Powersports USA. According to owner Ed Van Huis, they wanted to highlight Orange, Texas, and the dealership’s location, and thus created a new name to do just that. In addition, they have a new Service Manager,… Keep Reading
June 27, 2023
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BCISD Appoints Tim Wooley as New CFO
Bridge City Independent School District (BCISD) has appointed Tim Woolley as the BCISD CFO. Tim’s successful career in education spans nineteen years. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Ag Economics with an emphasis in Macroeconomics from Texas A&M University and earned his Master of Education in School Administration from Lamar University. Tim continues his… Keep Reading
June 26, 2023
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Orange Rotary Installs New Officers
On Tuesday, June 20, 2023, the Orange Rotary Club held its installation meeting and swore in new officers. The new board consists of Sarah Boehme, Paul Dickerson, Sue Denosowicz, Kristin Placette, Sherry Hommel, David May, Gracie Henry, Mankopf, Emily Mellon, Lorrie Taylor, and Maureen McAllister. Kristin Placette was recognized for her year of service as… Keep Reading
June 26, 2023
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LSCO to Turn Former First Baptist Church Into Reception Center
Lamar State College Orange will be the recipient of the domed Greek revival brick former First Baptist Church on Green Avenue. It will become a reception center for Lamar State College-Orange. Dr. Tom Johnson, president of LSCO, said last week that the Stark Foundation will donate the building to the college. The former church at… Keep Reading
Rumble on the River Races Begin This Weekend
August 16, 2019
The Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau, in collaboration with Pro Watercross, present Rumble on the River, a high energy, Jet Ski racing event. This event will be held Saturday, August 17, and Sunday, August 18, at the City of Orange Boat Ramp beginning at 10 A.M. each day. There will be no charge to attend
New Orange City Hall Open for Business Beginning Aug. 19
August 15, 2019
Orange City Hall will relocate its offices to its newest location on 16th Street beginning next week. Offices moving will include City Manager, City Secretary, Economic Development, Finance, Customer Service, Personnel, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau. All city business will resume at the new location beginning Monday, August 19, 2019. Orange City Hall will
City Boat Ramp Closing for Rumble on River Event
August 14, 2019
The City of Orange Boat Ramp will be closed from 6 A.M. Thursday, August 15, to 8 P.M. Sunday, August 18, due to the Rumble on the River jet ski races. This event will be held Saturday, August 17, and Sunday, August 18, at the City of Orange Boat Ramp beginning at 10 A.M. each
Mike Kunst Selected as New City Manager
August 14, 2019
The Orange City Council is pleased to announce the selection of Mr. Mike Kunst as the next City Manager. Mike Kunst comes from the City of Vidor where he has served as City Manager for the past six and a half years. Kunst is from Orange County and is a Vidor High School graduate. He
Orange County Disaster Rebuild Seeking Donations to Continue Rebuilding After Harvey
August 14, 2019
As we near the 2-year anniversary of Harvey, Orange County Disaster Rebuild continues to assist impacted Orange County households with home repair, furniture/appliance replacement, transitional housing and much more. Please help support our local, grassroots effort by making a $25+ donation and receiving an Orange County Disaster Rebuild t-shirt at https://www.paypal.com/paypalme2/OCDR. If you would like
2019-2020 Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund Open for Applications
August 12, 2019
The Orange County Hotel/Motel Tax Committee has released applications for non-profit entities within Orange County to apply for a portion of the county’s hotel/motel tax funds. Any 501(C) organization in Orange County that attracts visitors to Orange County Texas can make an application to the committee. There are a number of restrictions by state law
Texas Sales Tax Holiday Scheduled August 9-11, 2019
August 9, 2019
The Texas Sales Tax Holiday is scheduled for August 9-11, 2019. During this annual sales tax holiday event, most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks (sold for less than $100) can be purchased sales-tax-free from a Texas store or from an online or catalog seller doing business in Texas. This year’s sales tax holiday begins
Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Orange Grove Models Ready
August 8, 2019
The Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce has announced that the final model for The Orange Grove is ready. The Orange Grove is a new countywide project to promote pride and beautification in Orange County. This project will feature the distribution of large concrete oranges across the county. If you are interested in reserving your orange,
County Tax Rate to Remain Same
August 8, 2019
According to KOGT radio, the Orange County Commissioners voted to keep the county tax rate the same for the coming year. The current tax rate of $0.542 per $100 value was approved as the proposed tax rate by a majority vote of the Commissioners Court, with the lone dissenting vote coming from Precinct 2 Commissioner Theresa
Upcoming Orange Area Weekend Events Aug 9-15, 2019
August 8, 2019
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