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
September 21, 2020
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Beta Makes Landfall Today with 4-7 Inches of Rain Expected
Greg Bostwick, Chief Meteorologist at KFDM-TV, reports that Beta remains weak and continues to move toward the Texas coast. Landfall is expected well to our southwest later today between Port Lavaca and Corpus Christi. After landfall, Beta should drift over South Texas tonight into Tuesday before ejecting out to the northeast Wednesday into Thursday. Locally,… Keep Reading
August 25, 2020
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Laura Expected to Strengthen to Category 3 Hurricane
Tropical Storm Laura is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane Wednesday over the Gulf of Mexico, forecasters said Tuesday morning. The storm strengthened overnight and was near hurricane strength as of 7 a.m., the National Hurricane Center said. Laura is expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday around the Louisiana/Texas state… Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Mandatory Evacuation Called for Orange County
Orange County and City Officials are calling for a Mandatory Evacuation for all of Orange County at 6 am, Tuesday, August 25th, 2020. Citizens who cannot evacuate themselves can find transportation resources at either of the two embarkation sites in the county. Evacuees can arrive at the location at 9 am, Tuesday, Aug 25th, 2020…. Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Mandatory Evac Issued for Orange County Nursing Homes – Voluntary Evac for Others
Orange County Judge John Gothia issued a Disaster Declaration for Orange County today. County and City Officials are recommending a VOLUNTARY EVACUATION for all of Orange County and all of its Municipalities due to the uncertainty of Hurricane Marco and Hurricane Laura. At this time Officials are issuing a mandatory evacuation FOR nursing homes ONLY…. Keep Reading
Larry Haynes Chosen as WOC Administrator of the Year
July 25, 2019
Dr. Larry Haynes, WOCCISD Director of Federal Programs and Accountability, has been chosen as the WOC Administrator of the Year. According to WOCCISD, the district very much appreciates the commitment and hard work of this member of their leadership team. Read more details on the WOCCISD Facebook page.
Keep Orange Country Beautiful Holding Tire and Scrap Metal Collection
July 25, 2019
Keep Orange County Beautiful (KOCB,) is working with the city of Vidor, Superior Tire and Service of Orange, and D&D Scrap of Bridge City to collect abandoned tires and scrap metal on Saturday, July 27, at no charge. The event is being held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Vidor Public Works, 155
West Orange-Cove School District Announces New School District Police Department and Hires New Chief
July 24, 2019
West Orange-Cover School District has established a new school district police department. Darryl Hunt was announced as Police Chief at last night’s regular meeting of the WOC Board of Trustees. He was sworn in today by Orange County Justice of the Peace Hershel Stagner Jr. “After a long extensive search for a police chief, we
Orangefield Schools Announce Opening Dates and Changes
July 23, 2019
Orangefield ISD will have new start times for the 2019-2020 school year. The adjustments will assist in alleviating some of the traffic and logistical challenges with the transition of 5th-grade students moving from junior high to elementary campus. Students can be dropped off at the elementary and junior high starting at 7:15 AM and the
Recycling Ends at County Landfill
July 23, 2019
According to KOGT Radio, County Road and Bridge Engineer Clark Slacum confirmed that recycling at the Orange County Landfill will stop at the end of the month. Recycling is a very large part of many communities, and it is unfortunate that we cannot seem to support it here in Southeast Texas. The reason that is
Little Cypress and Mauriceville Elementary Schools Now Offer Full-Day Pre-K Classes
July 22, 2019
According to KOGT Radio, Little Cypress and Mauriceville Elementary Schools will begin providing full-day classes for qualifying pre-kindergarten (pre-k) students to comply with new state regulations. Student registration for the program will be July 30, 31 or August 1, at the campus which they will attend. More information is available at Mauriceville Elementary, 409-745-1615, or
Repaving Contract to Be Awarded After Vote
July 22, 2019
According to KOGT Radio, on Tuesday, the Orange City Council will vote to award a $1.3 million contract to LD Construction in Beaumont for repaving work on twelve streets north of Interstate 10 and several to the south of Interstate 10. The money is coming from the $8 million bonds the council agreed to issue
West Orange-Stark Football Tickets Go On Sale
July 19, 2019
Current West Orange-Stark season ticket holders can purchase their 2019 football tickets during a two-day sale July 30-31 from 9 a.m.-noon and 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Athletic Office at West Orange-Stark High School. Season tickets will go sale to the general public during a two-day sale August 6-7 from 9
Orangefield Bobcat Camp to Be Held July 29-31
July 19, 2019
The Orangefield football program will host a football camp for all incoming 2nd-9th graders July 29th-31st. The camp will start at 9:00 am and finish at 11:30 am. Registration will begin at 8:30 am in the JH gym and the camp will be conducted on the football practice field. Cost is $50 per child. Any
Bridget Moore Gordon Wins Two Amigos Gift Card
July 19, 2019
Bridge Moore Gordon is the lucky winner in our Two Amigos Mexican Restaurant gift card giveaway! Congratulations, Bridget, and we hope you decide to play in our next gift card giveaway.