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Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Winners at 2019 Banquet

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

Vidor Public Library Launches 2025 Summer Reading Program

May 8, 2025

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Vidor Public Library Launches 2025 Summer Reading Program

The Vidor Public Library is thrilled to announce its 2025 Summer Reading Program, themed “Color Our World,” beginning Tuesday, May 27, 2025, and open to children ages 1 to 16. The program, held at the Vidor High School Auditorium, is free to participate in and aims to encourage young readers to explore the joy of… Keep Reading

Vidor ISD Opens Registration for Summer Drivers Ed Program

May 8, 2025

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Vidor ISD Opens Registration for Summer Drivers Ed Program

Vidor Independent School District (VISD) is excited to announce open registration for its 2024 Summer Drivers Education Classes, designed to help students gain the skills and knowledge necessary to hit the road with confidence and safety. Classes will run from May 28 through June 20, 2025,  and will be offered in two convenient time slots:… Keep Reading

Dr. Wendy Elmore Confirmed as President of Lamar State College Orange

May 7, 2025

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Dr. Wendy Elmore Confirmed as President of Lamar State College Orange

The Board of Regents of the Texas State University System has confirmed Wendy Elmore, Ed.D., as the fifth president of Lamar State College Orange (LSCO). The unanimous vote occurred during the board’s quarterly meeting at Texas State University in San Marcos. She will assume office on June 1. Dr. Elmore has served as LSCO’s chief… Keep Reading

Sabine Place Assisted Living Celebrates Grand Re-Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

May 7, 2025

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Sabine Place Assisted Living Celebrates Grand Re-Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce proudly joined Sabine Place Assisted Living for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of their beautifully refreshed facility, located at 5301 Meeks Drive in Orange. Family, friends, City of Orange officials, Chamber board members, and local community members gathered to commemorate this exciting milestone for the… Keep Reading

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Tractor Supply Expands in Orange County with Two New Store Openings

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

“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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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