September 25, 2025
/
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
June 2, 2020
/
USDA Holding Farmers to Families Food Giveaway June 6
USDA will be hosting a Farmers to Families Food Box Giveaway on Saturday, June 6, at 3 P.M. This Food Box Giveaway will be held at Orange Church of God, located at 1911 N. 16th Street. Food boxes will include pinto beans, potatoes, onions, apples, carrots, and oranges. Seven hundred boxes are available, along with… Keep Reading
June 1, 2020
/
Keep Orange County Beautiful Recognizes Northway Park
Keep Orange County Beautiful (KOCB) hopes that in recent weeks everyone has been able to turn to our natural world for a bit of calm and comfort. In challenging times like this, nature’s gifts can feel even more precious. During quarantine, the City of Orange abided by the CDC guidelines for parks by closing playgrounds… Keep Reading
June 1, 2020
/
Reliable Cleaners Celebrates 40 Years in Business
The City of Orange congratulates Reliable Cleaners on 40 years in business under the Wallace family ownership. Customers can find two locations in Orange, 1311 Green Avenue, and 3011 16th Street. Reliable Cleaners offers services such as dry cleaning, laundry, alterations, and cleaning of household items such as drapes and bedding. For additional information, please… Keep Reading
June 1, 2020
/
Proposed Designs for Lions Den Playground Available at Orange Public Library
Renderings of the proposed design layouts for the new Lions Den Playground are available for viewing at the City of Orange Public Library. These designs have been provided by three separate playground equipment vendors with ADA inclusive requirements and maximum visibility. In February of 2020, an inspection found the wooden structure of Lions Den Park… Keep Reading
36th Annual OCARC Fishing Tourney to Be Held August 3
July 29, 2024
The 36th Annual OCARC Fishing Tournament will take place on Saturday, August 3, 2024. The event invites anglers of all ages to compete for cash and a variety of prizes. The weigh-in will commence at 5 p.m., with certification starting at 3 p.m., at the covered pavilion near the Orange Boat Ramp. Even those who
Orange Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening for Be Blessed, Orange TX
July 29, 2024
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting/grand opening for the non-profit organization Be Blessed Orange, TX, on July 23, 2024. Founder Rita Ballard is helping provide food for families with children in need across Orange County, TX, It is a huge task to fill in the gap for school districts in Orange
Texas Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 9-14, 2024
July 25, 2024
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday from August 9-14, 2024. State law exempts sales tax on qualified items – such as clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks – priced below $100, saving shoppers about $8 on every $100 they
Bridge City Boutiques Hosting Shop Small Saturday Shuffle on August 3
July 24, 2024
All ten boutiques in Bridge City are hosting the Shop Small Saturday Shuffle – Back-to-School edition on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 10 AM- 2 PM. Participating boutiques include: Saving Grace Christian Boutique Joy and Stream Boutique The Mustard Seed You Play I Pray, LLC. The Pretty Patches Sweet Bee Boutique & Desserts Sapphire Wings
Orange Recreation Center to Host Remember and Honor Dodgeball Tourney
July 24, 2024
The Orange Recreation Center proudly announces the Remember and Honor Dodgeball Tournament. This special event is dedicated to celebrating and showing gratitude to our local law enforcement, firefighters, military, and healthcare workers. It will provide an exciting day of friendly competition, camaraderie, and appreciation for our everyday heroes. In honor of the tremendous sacrifices and
Orange County Constables Sponsoring Orange County Music Festival on August 3
July 23, 2024
The Orange County Constables have teamed up to give back to our community and create a Criminal Justice Scholarship Fund. Their first fundraiser will be this all-day Music Festival at the Mauriceville Community Center Pavilion, 7441 Cohenour Rd. in Mauriceville on August 3, 2024. The doors will open at 11:00 AM, and live music will
Vendors Sought for 2024 Orangetober Festival
July 23, 2024
Orangetober Festival 2024 is looking for retail market vendors! The Orange Texas Rotary Club will host a retail vendor market on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm during the Orangetober Festival at Riverside Pavilion! To register as a retail vendor, complete and return the vendor application and payment to the Rotary
Dean Dart Named New Principal at Vidor High School
July 22, 2024
At the July 1, 2024, school board meeting, the Vidor ISD School Board approved Devan Dart as the principal of Vidor High School. Dart had been the principal of Oak Forest Elementary for the last three years. “I am excited for this opportunity and ready to continue the tradition of excellence the previous principals before
Orange County Residents Should Register for STAN to Be Notified of Emergency Events
July 22, 2024
STAN is the Southeast Texas Alerting Network which provides messaging and notifications system that informs Southeast Texas residents informed about emergencies and other important events for residents in Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, and Jasper Counties. Once registered, residents will receive notifications about emergencies, industry, or weather events occurring in Southeast Texas. In the event of an
Reverse Vendor and Supplier Fair to Be Held July 31
July 18, 2024
Local First, part of Golden Triangle Polymers and the Orange County Economic Development Corporation is planning a Reverse Vendor and Supplier Fair on July 31, 2024, from 1-5 PM at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. This event is an opportunity for businesses interested in being considered for work