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
March 24, 2020
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Small Business Administration Offering Low-Cost Loans to Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Texas small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently… Keep Reading
March 23, 2020
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First Case of COVID-19 Reported in Orange County
On Sunday, March 22, 2020, Orange County received confirmation of its 1st positive case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID19) in an Orange County resident. This individual is currently quarantined at home and cooperating with the direction of the health department. Quarantine procedures include persons with COVID-19 staying home for at least 14 days, monitoring their… Keep Reading
March 23, 2020
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COVID-19 Regional Call Center Opens
The COVID-19 Regional Call Center is open to take calls from people who have symptoms of the disease. This center serves Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, Jasper, and Newton Counties. Individuals who meet testing criteria will be sent to a mobile testing site. If a person has the symptoms, they will be directed to a testing site…. Keep Reading
March 21, 2020
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SETX Takeout Blitz
In light of Governor Abbott’s latest press conference announcing the closing of our restaurants until April 3rd, Orange Worthy News and Local Events has compiled a useful list of restaurants throughout the region who offer take out. This is a very crucial time during this unprecedented event- which is why our local businesses, especially our… 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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