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 22, 2020
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COVID-19 Testing Available at Exceptional Emergency Center in Orange
COVID-19 testing is now available at all Exceptional Emergency Center locations in Texas. During the State of National Emergency, Exceptional ER is now accepting Medicare along with Tricare and all major insurances. Patients can get results in as little as 15 minutes with the Rapid Test. No appointments or scheduling are required for testing. For… Keep Reading
June 16, 2020
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Double “McRescue” at McDonald’s on Highway 62
The City of Orange Fire Department responded to a call on Highway 62 where crews had to make a “Double McRescue” when two workers were stranded at the top of the McDonald’s sign when the lift they were using malfunctioned. Firefighters were able to safely bring the two workers down to solid ground. The City… Keep Reading
June 15, 2020
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Input From Vidor Residents Needed for Grant
During the Thursday night Vidor City Council meeting, the need for completed surveys to help the city get a $25 million grant to improve drainage was brought forward as a pressing issue. The required 80 percent of citizens has not yet been reached. If you reside in Vidor and haven’t completed this survey, please take… Keep Reading
June 11, 2020
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Orange Community Players Hosting Unity Fest 2020
NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. UPDATE: From Cody Smith Vasquez: “It is with a heavy heart that OCP makes the decision to postpone Unity Fest 2020. This decision is made due to the continuing increase in COVID-19 cases in our area and new government mandates. We strongly feel that a celebration of diversity is… 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/