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 6, 2023
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Stark Museum of Art to Host Juried Student Art Exhibition
The Stark Museum of Art is pleased to announce the 2023 Juried Student Art Exhibition on view from March 18 – May 13, 2023. The Juried Student Art Exhibition theme is offered in conjunction with the Stark Museum of Art’s upcoming 2024 special exhibition The Color Orange. The exhibition of student artwork will be juried… Keep Reading
March 6, 2023
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Do Well Be Well with Diabetes Class Offered
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will be holding free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join them in learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on March 9, 16, 23, 30, and… Keep Reading
March 2, 2023
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Shangri La to Host Birdwatching Wednesdays
Want to learn about the birds that call Shangri La Gardens home? Join them on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, from 9 am – 10:30 am to see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the Gardens have to offer. Birders of all skill levels are invited to join Environmental Educator Kathleen Nelligan and Wildlife… Keep Reading
March 1, 2023
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Step Into History at The W.H. Stark House for First Floor Fridays
Step into history at The W.H. Stark House on select Fridays throughout the year! The public is invited to walk the grounds and view the first floor of the historic home, which includes the library, music room, dining room, and breakfast room/office. Dates for First Floor Fridays are March 10, April 14, May 19, June… Keep Reading
Tractor Supply Expands in Orange County with Two New Store Openings
November 12, 2024
Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, is expanding its footprint in Orange County with two new store openings: Petsense by Tractor Supply in Pinehurst and a new Tractor Supply store in Vidor. Petsense, a specialty pet retailer and subsidiary of Tractor Supply, will be opening its doors on MacArthur
“Cirque Dreams Holidaze” Swings into the Lutcher Theater
November 12, 2024
The Lutcher Theater is thrilled to announce the celebrated holiday spectacle “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” will return to the Lutcher Theater for two performances on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. As the longest-running cirque holiday theatrical event, “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” wraps the wonder of the season in a Broadway-style production filled
Hands-On Orchid Repotting Workshop at Shangri La Nature Center
November 11, 2024
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites plant enthusiasts to join a hands-on Orchid Repotting Workshop led by the Director of Horticulture, Jennifer Buckner. This engaging session, perfect for both beginners and seasoned orchid growers, will take place at the NDC Lab at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center Participants will learn the
Family Movie Day at Orange Public Library
November 11, 2024
The Orange Public Library invites families to join a fun-filled movie day on Thursday, November 14, 2024! Come enjoy the greatest turkey movie of all time, “Free Birds,” with two showings scheduled at 10:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. “Free Birds” follows the comedic adventure of two
LSCO Sets Record Enrollment
November 7, 2024
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is setting a new record for enrollment, with 3,437 students in the Fall 2024 class, representing a 9% increase over the certified headcount for Fall 2023, according to Daniel McLemore, Director of Marketing. Current projections indicate total enrollment will surpass 3,600 students by the close of the second 8-week term,
City of West Orange to Host Fall Clean-Up
November 7, 2024
The City of West Orange invites residents to participate in its annual Fall Clean-Up event on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Residents are encouraged to dispose of unwanted items from their homes by bringing them to the drop-off location behind the West Orange Volunteer Fire Department (WOFD). Participants should come prepared to unload and
Burn Ban Lifted
November 6, 2024
On November 5, 2024, Orange County Judge John Gothia released the following: Due to the recent rainfall, Orange County Judge John Gothia announced he is lifting the burn ban today. Judge Gothia encourages citizens to exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning activity. Officials will continue to monitor the drought situation and rainfall totals.
VFW Post 2775 Hosts Winter Wonderland Vendor Market
November 6, 2024
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at the Winter Wonderland Vendor Market hosted by VFW Post 2775 in Orange, Texas! Join us on Saturday, November 16, 2024,, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a fun-filled day of shopping, entertainment, and community camaraderie. The Winter Wonderland Vendor Market promises to be an event for
Heritage Environmental Services Secures Commercial Permit Status for Orange, TX Incinerator
November 6, 2024
Heritage Environmental Services (HES) is pleased to announce that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued its commercial operating permit for its Orange, Texas hazardous waste incineration facility. The facility can now receive direct shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste from its customers. Achieving this significant milestone demonstrates HES’s continued commitment to responsible waste
Sunset Grove County Club Removes Pool and Adds Mural
November 5, 2024
The Sunset Grove Country Club has officially closed its pool for good, transitioning from its traditional summer amenity to a reimagined space for community enjoyment. Last week, workers began filling in the pool with dirt, marking the start of a project that will see the space repurposed into a vibrant patio area. Trey Smith, Manager