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 19, 2023
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New Banners Added to Orange’s Riverfront Boardwalk
As part of the beautification efforts for the City of Orange, the Riverfront Boardwalk & Pavilion has new banners lining the perimeter of the grounds around 5th and Division Streets. Established in 2013, the Riverfront Boardwalk & Pavilion downtown has been a space for concerts, outdoor movies, festivals, car shows, and many other events over… Keep Reading
September 19, 2023
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Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Green Thumb Unlimited
On September 12, 2023, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Green Thumb Unlimited at 200 N Main St. in Vidor. Green Thumb Unlimited offers six stores in one, including a garden center, signs, banners, decals, custom picture framing, trophies, and engraving. Business hours are as follows: Monday – Thursday:8:30 AM – 5:30… Keep Reading
September 18, 2023
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September Adulting 101 Program to Focus on Mental Health
On the third Tuesday of each month from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, the Orange Public Library hosts “Adulting 101”, a program designed to introduce an “adulting” skill. Join Region 5 Education Service Center on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for a presentation on “Caring for Your Mental Health.” This… Keep Reading
September 18, 2023
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Orange Rec Center Announces Co-ed 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
The City of Orange Recreation Center, located at 1405 W. Orange Ave. in Orange is excited to announce the Co-Ed Youth 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. On Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 10 AM, the Rec Center will host a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for all 5th – 8th graders in the City of Orange! Winners of the… Keep Reading
Upcoming Orange Area Events July 19-25, 2019
July 18, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/summer-2019-doodle-days-4/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/cuffs-vs-hoses-blood-drive/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/hot-air-balloon-festival-lake-charles-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/classic-movie-nights-jaws/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/yptw-presents-15-reasons-not-to-be-in-a-play-and-a-play-3/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/the-peddler-show/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/neches-river-adventures-saturday-public-tours-16/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/apollo-11-moon-50th-celebration/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/the-lion-king-experience/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/hot-air-balloon-festival-lake-charles/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/yptw-presents-15-reasons-not-to-be-in-a-play-and-a-play-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/rodney-carrington/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/the-peddler-show-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/yptw-presents-15-reasons-not-to-be-in-a-play-and-a-play/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/new-summer-camp-for-kids/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/jam-session-open-to-everyone/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/wild-wednesday-lady-bug-girl-and-bumble-bee-boy/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/summer-reading-club/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/read-to-me-program/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/young-adult-program/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/brad-brinkley-at-mi-casa-in-orange-2/
Orange County Schools Receive More Than $2 Million from Rebuild Texas Fund
July 18, 2019
According to 12NewsNow and the Rebuild Texas Fund, the Rebuild Texas Fund awarded more than $2.2 million in grants to several Orange County school districts. As seen in its mission statement, the Rebuild Texas Fund has committed to helping areas of Texas hit by Hurricane Harvey to recover but focuses on smaller communities. Little Cypress-Mauriceville
Local Anglers in Top Contests
July 18, 2019
One of the biggest events in professional bass fishing, FLW (Fishing League Worldwide) Forest Wood Cup, is happening next month in Hot Springs, AR. Some have called it “The Superbowl of Bass Fishing.” Orange native Tommy Dickerson is one of the anglers that has fished his way to the top and qualified for this event
Back to School Orange County Underway
July 18, 2019
Back to School Orange County will be held on Saturday, August 3 from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. at Lamar State College-Orange Student Center. This event provides school supplies and immunizations on a first-come, first-serve basis. All parents or legal guardians must be present with children and must bring proof of the child’s enrollment in
Pinehurst Police Department Seeking Help with Burglary at Triple L Powersports
July 17, 2019
According to KFDM News and Crimestoppers, the Pinehurst Police Department is seeking the public’s help with a burglary that occurred at Triple L Powersports, which is located at 1800 Strickland Drive in Pinehurst. Unknown persons entered the business between 3 PM Monday and 8 AM Tuesday and removed 2-2019 Honda CRF110 dirt bikes, 1-2019 Honda
Lamar State College Orange Tuition Capped by TSUS Board of Regents
July 17, 2019
Students at Lamar Institute of Technology, Lamar State College Orange, and Lamar State College Port Arthur will pay substantially lower tuition and fees starting this fall. Officials from the Texas State University System announced the tuition cut today during a news conference at the Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum in Beaumont. Last week, the TSUS Board
Orange County Awarded $51,171 for Emergency Food and Shelter Programs
July 16, 2019
According to KOGT Radio, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program have awarded Orange County $51,171 in federal funds to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds can
Coloring for Adults Offered at Orange Public Library
July 15, 2019
Coloring for Adults is being offered free of charge at the Orange Public Library to anyone ages 17 and up who would like to attend. The library requests that no children be in the coloring room; however, kids over the age of 12 are welcome to enjoy the Library while adults color their cares away.
Orange County Health Inspections July 2019
July 15, 2019
As reported by Orange County Health Inspector James Scales in his July 2019 health inspection report, he gave a low score of 81 to the Exxon Food Mart at 7120 We. Interstate 10 in McLewis for mold in the drink dispensers and no handwashing sink in the kitchen. Perfect scores went to The Star and
Upcoming Orange Area Events July 12-18, 2019
July 12, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/brunch/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/summer-2019-doodle-days-5/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/music-review-auditions/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/classic-movie-nights-singin-in-the-rain/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/billy-currington-h2o-concert-series/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/neches-river-adventures-saturday-public-tours-17/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/teacher-appreciation-event/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/opening-reception-insights-lecture/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/cancer-is-a-drag-a-night-of-fun-for-a-great-cause/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/98-degrees/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/sunrise-ministries/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/lsco-kids-2-college/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/wild-wednesday-the-very-clumsy-click-beetle/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/summer-reading-club-2/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/lsco-maritime-day/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/lsco-homeschool-informational-meeting/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/instant-teller-grand-opening-ribbon-cutting/