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 31, 2020
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CARES Act and SBA Provide Assistance for Small Business
Small Business Owners are eligible to apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) due to COVID-19 through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Business owners should make every attempt to apply online here. Businesses may be eligible to receive up to $2 million with no payments for 12 months at a 3.75% interest rate for small… Keep Reading
March 31, 2020
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City of Orange Mayor Mandates Fines for Social Distancing Violators
The City of Orange Mayor has issued the First Amended Emergency Order effective Monday, March 30, 2020, at 11:59 P.M. In the mandate, City of Orange Mayor Larry Spears Jr. authorized the Orange Police Department to enforce the mandates for social distancing, Violators will face a fine of up to $1,000 with 180 days in… Keep Reading
March 30, 2020
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Governor Abbott Extends Quarantine to 10 States, Including Louisiana
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has expanded previous travel-related executive orders to include more states and cities within the United States. On March 26, Gov. Greg Abbott had instituted a mandatory self-quarantine period for people visiting from several areas hard hit by the coronavirus in the United States. Under the original executive orders, airline travelers from… Keep Reading
March 27, 2020
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School Districts Set Tentative Return Dates
Tentative return to school dates have been set by local school districts. Please know that these dates are subject to change at any time. Dates for returning are tentatively scheduled as follows: WO-C: Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 14. LC-M: Classes will resume after the spring break, scheduled April 10-April 17. Orangefield: Classes will… Keep Reading
WOCCISD Summer Programs for Children
July 12, 2019
West Orange – Cove CISD Child Nutrition Services is providing breakfast and lunch for free Monday through Thursday to all children 18 and under through the Summer Feeding Program. Meals are available at WOS Elementary through August 8. Breakfast is served from 8 – 8:30 a.m. and lunch is served from 11 a.m. to noon.
Greater Orange Chamber of Commerce Offering New Beautification Program
July 10, 2019
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce announced Tuesday a new countywide project to promote pride and beautification in Orange County. The name of the project is The Orange Grove and will feature the distribution of large concrete oranges across the county.
Training Class Planned for Naturalist Volunteers
July 9, 2019
A round-up for all prospective trainees for the Texas Master Naturalist, Sabine-Neches Chapter, serving Orange, Hardin and Jefferson counties will be held at 6:30 p.m. July 25 at the Big Thicket Association Office, 700 North St., Beaumont. The mission of the Texas Master Naturalist program is “to develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide
Category One Hurricane Headed for Southeast Texas
July 9, 2019
At 12:30 pm Monday the National Weather Service released information about a disturbance in the Gulf. The Hurricane Center has a high 80 percent chance for tropical development in the northern Gulf of Mexico.
Upcoming Orange Area Events July 5-11, 2019
July 5, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/bryce-shaver-at-reel-cajun-seafood-in-orange/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/classic-movie-nights-top-gun/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/free-community-workout/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/neches-river-adventures-saturday-public-tours-18/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/brad-brinkley-band-at-reel-cajun-seafood-in-orange/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/summer-reading-club-3/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/brad-brinkley-at-mi-casa-in-orange/
2019-2020 WOCCISD School Supply Lists Available
July 2, 2019
Check to see what your child needs for school supplies from Pre-K through eighth grade. Read more on WOCCISD.net.
WOCCISD Teachers Receive a Raise
July 2, 2019
The West Orange-Cove CISD Board of Trustees has approved a $3,000 minimum pay increase for teachers. The 2019-2020 teacher pay scale increases starting teacher salaries from $43,000 to $46,000. Individual step increases also reflect a minimum $3,000 increase, with some steps receiving a $3,500 increase. Read more on WOCCISD.net.
2019 High School Football Schedules Announced
July 1, 2019
The 2019 football schedules have been announced. WO-S MUSTANGS Aug. 30: at Nederland Sept. 6: LC-M Sept. 13: at Newton Sept. 20: Crosby Sept. 27: at Bridge City Oct. 4: Jasper Oct. 11: at Silsbee Oct. 18: Open Oct. 25: Hardin-Jefferson Nov. 1: at Liberty Nov. 8: Hamshire-Fannett LC-M BEARS Aug. 30: Woodville Sept. 6:
Celebrate Independence Day in Orange
July 1, 2019
The City of Orange is excited to announce the 2019 4th of July Concert and Fireworks Celebration. This event will open to the public at 5 P.M. on Thursday, July 4, at the Riverfront Boardwalk and Pavilion. The celebration will begin with live entertainment by Gregg Martinez and the Delta Kings from 7 P.M. to
Upcoming Orange Area Events June 28-July 4, 2019
June 28, 2019
https://orangeworthy.com/event/summer-sales-event/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/reagan-woodside-at-mi-casa-in-orange/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/put-your-party-pants-on-this-friday-june-28th/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/pistolettes-meet-greet/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/aaron-mindy-at-reel-cajun-seafood-in-orange/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/neches-river-adventures-saturday-public-tours-19/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/rodney-randle-jr-youth-football-skills-camp/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/tim-burge-kory-prince-at-reel-cajun-seafood-in-orange/ https://orangeworthy.com/event/orange-4th-of-july-concert-and-fireworks/