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
January 24, 2024
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Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Sabine River Authority Board Of Directors
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James W. “Bill” Bruce and reappointed Thomas Beall and Cliff Todd to the Sabine River Authority Board of Directors for terms set to expire July 6, 2029. The purpose of the Sabine River Authority is to conserve, store, control, preserve, utilize, and distribute the storm and flood waters and the… Keep Reading
January 23, 2024
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13th Annual Crisis Preparation and Sustainable Living Expo Coming in February
The 13th Annual SE Texas/SW Louisiana Crisis Preparation and Sustainable Living Expo will be held February 9-10, 2024. The hours are 10 a.m until 5 p.m. on Friday and on Saturday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event is free of charge at located at Little Cypress Baptist Church, 3274 Little Cypress Dr. in… Keep Reading
January 23, 2024
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City of Orange Fuels Business Boom with EDC Grants
The City of Orange is actively promoting business expansion and development through the Orange Economic Development Corporation (EDC) grants. Since the year 2020, city officials have invested nearly $5 million in these grants to attract and support new businesses within the community. The EDC committee plays a pivotal role in distributing these grants, financed by… Keep Reading
January 22, 2024
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Fifth Annual ART: It’s Elementary Now on Display at Stark Art Museum
The Fifth Annual ART: It’s Elementary exhibition is NOW on view through March 9. 2024, at the Stark Museum of Art, 712 Green Ave. in Orange. The exhibition features original works of art from kindergarten through third-grade student artists in Region 5, Texas, and Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. There will be a celebration of their student… Keep Reading
Annual Cops ‘N Kids Event Will Be Held Friday
June 27, 2019
The annual Cops N Kids event will be held Friday, June 28, 2019. This will be the 24th annual Cops N Kids sponsored by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Rain postponed the event earlier this month. Sheriff Keith Merritt announced Wednesday that the weather has cleared and his department will hold the event Friday at
Local Author Reveals How Local Business Owners Can Transform Their Businesses with the Most Powerful Marketing Tool in the World
June 26, 2019
On a recent episode of The My Future Business Show with host Rick Nuske, Orange, Texas author Donna Gunter, Business Fame Maker, discussed how local business owners can transform their businesses with the most powerful marketing tool in the world while increasing their reach, revenue, and reputation with their own published book. According to Gunter, a
‘Cockroaches and Bulls’: The Best and Worst Texas State Legislators in 2019, per Texas Monthly
June 20, 2019
How would you grade the 86th Texas Legislature? According to Texas Monthly, the state’s two chambers (31 senators and 150 representatives) only convene for a 140-day regular legislative session every two years. This causes the stakes to be high for longtime lawmakers and those serving their first year in office. Click here to see how
Hurricane Preparedness List
June 19, 2019
Are you ready for hurricane season? Hurricane seasons runs from June 1 – November 31. With the larger number of hurricanes that have impacted Southeast Texas since Hurricane Rita in 2005, it pays to be prepared. The Orange County Local Emergency Planning Committee has put together a comprehensive list of things you should do to
June 2019 Orange City Council Runoff Election Results
June 17, 2019
Two new members will be joining the Orange City Council. Caroline Mazzola Hennigan won the At-Large Position 5 by beating Bill Mello, who has been on the council for nine years. Hennigan ended up with 333 votes, or 71.61 percent, compared to Mello with 132 votes, or 28.39 percent. For the Single-Member District 4 council
Learn to Carve Wood at Stark Museum of Art
June 14, 2019
“Intro to Wood Carving,” will be offered as an adult workshop at the Stark Museum of Art in Orange. The three-night workshop will be conducted by Richard Spinney, a local artist who has been woodcarving for four decades. The workshop will be on Aug. 6, 13 and 20. Cost is $35, which covers the wood
Mobile Medical Day Clinic Appointments Available with TAN Healthcare
June 12, 2019
TAN Healthcare, a growing Southeast Texas not-for-profit primary and preventive health center, is bringing more Mobile Medical Day Clinics to under-served communities this month. Appointments are available for the entire family’s health needs including preventive care, sick care, chronic disease management, and screenings. Call 409-550-1067 to schedule your visit or for more information. Mobile Medical
First-Ever Beaumont Comic Con at Ford Park This Fall
June 11, 2019
It’s time for local nerds to unite! Beaumont’s first comic con is coming in November. If you’re tired of driving to bigger cities to show off your cosplay, Beaumont’s first Comic Con is coming this November to Ford Park November 9-10, Spectra Venue Management spokesperson Jamie Nielsen said in a news release. The event will