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
October 18, 2023
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Stark Museum of Art to Hold Lunch and Look @ Home Early Texas Encounter
Join the Stark Museum of Art and Curator Sarah E. Boehme to view a painting of Early Texas history. This program will take place on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from Noon to 1 p.m. Dr. Boehme will introduce the Stark Museum’s new acquisition, “Indian Council, Tehuacana Creek,” Texas, by John Mix Stanley. The painting is… Keep Reading
October 18, 2023
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New Car Detailing Shop Opens in Mauriceville
Shiny Ridez Auto Detailing held its soft opening on Saturday, October 14, at 10769 Hwy 12 in Mauriceville. They offer a variety of hand wash and car detailing packages, as well as extra services like spray-on ceramic wax, shampooing carpets and/or seats, and headliner steam clean and spot removal. Nickolas Vitale is the business owner… Keep Reading
October 17, 2023
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Hosting Children’s Food and Craft Contest
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, in conjunction with the Orange County Livestock Show Association, will hold a Youth Food and Craft Project Contest. Categories include Sweets and Treats, Arts, Crafts, Quilts, Photography, and Industrial Arts. It is open to K-12 youth. The entry deadline is Friday, October 20, 2023, and the event is free to… Keep Reading
October 17, 2023
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Orange County RETREET to Replant Trees Lost to Natural Disaster on Nov. 4
In celebration of Arbor Day, Keep America Beautiful (“KAB”), alongside affiliates Keep Orange County Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful, is pleased to launch Orange County RETREET, an effort to heal the landscape of Orange County, TX, which has been devastated by numerous hurricanes and tornados over the past decade. “Orange County RETREET will address an… Keep Reading
Golden Triangle Polymers Donates $20,000 to VFW Post 2775
November 27, 2024
Southeast Texas marked Veterans Day with heartfelt tributes and acts of generosity. VFW Post 2775 in Orange, Texas, held a luncheon on Monday, honoring veterans who have bravely served our country. During the event, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2775 received an unexpected yet much-appreciated donation—a $20,000 check from Golden Triangle Polymers. The
LSCO’s Cindy Wyles Receives Prestigious Community Service Recognition
November 26, 2024
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) proudly announces that Cindy Wyles, Director of Print & Design Services, has been honored with the prestigious Julie and Ben Rogers Community Service Award for 2024. This accolade recognizes her outstanding contributions to the campus and the broader Orange community. The Julie & Ben Rogers Community Service Award was established
City of West Orange Celebrates a Successful Fall Clean-Up Event
November 26, 2024
he City of West Orange is thrilled to announce the tremendous success of its Fall Clean-Up event! Thanks to the collaborative efforts of volunteers, local organizations, and city staff, the community came together to make a significant impact on our environment. Highlights from the event include: 133 pounds of litter collected in 19 bags through
Celebrate the Holidays and Support Local with Passport to Vidor
November 25, 2024
Get ready for a day of holiday cheer, local shopping, and exciting prizes during the Passport to Vidor – Christmas Edition, happening on Saturday, December 7, 2024! As part of the Hometown Holidays Weekend, this festive event invites the community to explore Vidor’s local businesses, enjoy holiday activities, and win incredible prizes—all while supporting the
Stark Museum Hosts Reindeer Trail
November 25, 2024
The Stark Museum of Art invites you to experience the magic of the holiday season with “Reindeer Trail,” a whimsical winter wonderland exhibition open from November 20 through December 21, 2024. “Reindeer Trail” showcases 30 original reindeer created by talented local artists. The exhibition, which draws inspiration from the museum’s rich collection of Western and
Golden Triangle Polymers Company Highlights Over $355 Million in Local Spending
November 25, 2024
During the November 19, 2024, meeting with Orange County Commissioners, Golden Triangle Polymers Company (GTPC) reported significant progress on its $8.5 billion facility currently under construction on Hwy. 87 South across from the Orange County Airport. Heather Betancourth, representing GTPC, presented the third-quarter report, revealing that the project has injected over $355 million into the
Orange Chamber Calls for Nominations for Prestigious Community Awards
November 25, 2024
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its annual call for nominations for three distinguished awards: Non-Profit Community Service of the Year Community Service – Business of the Year Citizen of the Year These honors recognize outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations that have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to improving the Greater Orange
The Salvation Army of Orange, TX Encourages Community to Adopt an Angel
November 22, 2024
The Salvation Army of Orange, TX, invites the community to help make a child’s Christmas special through its Angel Tree program. Christmas trees adorned with Angel Tags are now up at Walmart locations in Orange and Bridge City, with additional trees set to go up in Vidor soon. Each Angel Tag represents a local child
City of Orange Fire Department Hosts 9th Annual “Fill the Fire Truck Campaign”
November 21, 2024
The City of Orange Fire Department is proud to announce the return of its 9th annual “Fill the Fire Truck Campaign”, aimed at spreading holiday cheer to families in need within the Orange community. The toy drive will begin on November 19, 2024, and run through December 12, 2024, offering community members a chance to
Orange Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Mural at Sunset Grove Country Club
November 21, 2024
On November 12, 2024, the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for the new mural painted by Lauren Lee of Lauren Lee’s Murals. The mural is located on an outer wall of the country club at 2900 W. Sunset Dr. in Orange. PGA Professional Kerry Lamb, members of the Orange County Historical