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 21, 2023
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Governor Abbott Announces SBA Assistance For Southeast Texas Tornadoes
Governor Greg Abbott announced on March 17, 2023, that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved a request from the State of Texas for a disaster declaration in communities affected by tornadoes in Southeast Texas on January 24. Counties included in the declaration are Harris, Orange, and their contiguous counties: Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston,… Keep Reading
March 20, 2023
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Annual Lions Club Carnival Opens March 22
The Orange Lions Club Charity Carnival is back for a new season! Opening weekend is March 22-25, as well as March 29-April 1, 2023. Here are the open hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays: 6:30 pm-10:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays: 6:30 pm-11:00 pm March 25th is Family Day, and the carnival opens at 4:00 pm Adult entry… Keep Reading
March 20, 2023
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Anastasia to Premiere at Lutcher Theater For Two Nights
Journey to the past with the new Broadway musical Anastasia at the Lutcher Theater on Thursday, March 30, 2023, and Friday, March 31, 2023. Both performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Inspired by the beloved films, this dazzling show will transport you from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the… Keep Reading
March 16, 2023
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Student Scholarship Recipients Announced in 119th Annual Stark Reading Contest
During the past five weeks, Local Final Competitions of the 119th Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation, a program sponsored by the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation, have been held at each Orange County public high school: Bridge City, Little Cypress-Mauriceville, Orangefield, Vidor and West Orange-Stark. Between preliminary and Local Final… Keep Reading
City of Vidor Hosting International Checkers Tourney
June 27, 2024
The City of Vidor is proudly hosting the 2nd International Checkers Tournament, featuring Italy vs. USA, inside Vidor City Hall from July 1-5, 2024 from 8 AM to 6 PM each day. Vidorian Watson Franks, Texas champion and moderator for Vidor Checkers USA, will preside over the tournament. Attendees will also have the unique opportunity
LCMCISD Receives $2.2 Million Grant for New Buses
June 26, 2024
The Biden-Harris Administration announced the recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2023 Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, funded by President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. EPA selected a number of Texas school districts to receive funding, including Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD to receive $2,200,000. The overall funding for Texas is $31,510,000, which will
New Mexican Restaurant Under Construction on 16th St.
June 26, 2024
Las Palmas Orange is building a restaurant at its current food truck location, 1912 N. 16th Street in Orange. Currently, the food truck serves up tacos, enchiladas, tamales, quesadillas, tortas, and much more! No opening date has been announced. For more info, visit their Facebook page.
Bridge City to Host Red White & You Celebration
June 25, 2024
Red White & You Celebration will take place at the Bridge City Park/Community Center June 28-29, 2024, located at 105 Parkside Drive in Bridge City. Activities include concerts, food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, a drone light show, and much more! There will be arts and crafts vendors inside the Community Center on Friday evening,
Bridge City Begins Water Leak Repair June 25
June 24, 2024
The City of Bridge City will be repairing a leak at the intersection of Bailey and Texas Ave on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, beginning at 8:00 am. This leak could take 6-7 hours to repair, but we will work nonstop until it is finished. The areas that will be isolated and off will be the
Orange Rotary Installs New Officers
June 24, 2024
The Orange Rotary Club recently installed its new 2024-25 officers and directors. The new officers include: President: Sarah Boehme President-elect: Paul Dickerson Vice President: Chris Burch Treasurer: Jessica Hill Secretary: Sherry Hommel Sergeant-at-arms: David May Past President: Heather Montagne Executive Secretary: Gracie Henry President Boehme is the Curator at the Stark Museum of Art, while
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Royal Rejuvenation
June 20, 2024
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Royal Rejuvenation Aesthetics and Wellness at 21966 N IH-10 Frontage Road inside Skin Deep on June 18, 2024. They also have a second location inside of Friend’s Salon & Boutique in Silsbee. Owner Lori Smith is a Registered Nurse with over 35 years of experience in
Do Well Be Well with Diabetes Class Starting July 1
June 20, 2024
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will hold a free Do Well, Be Well With Diabetes Series at the Extension office in the Orange County Convention and Expo Center on FM 1442, Orange. Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join them in learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes,
Mayor Spears Proclaims June as Men’s Health Month
June 19, 2024
Mayor Larry Spears Jr. has proclaimed June 2024 as Men’s Health Month and Tuesday, June 11, 2024, as “Gift of Life” Men’s Health Awareness Day in the City of Orange. “Gift of Life,” in collaboration with its medical partners, provides free healthcare services for men, including PSA screenings and primary care tests, along with on-site
West Orange Animal Shelter to Host Bark in the Park June 22
June 19, 2024
The Annual Bark in the Park program, sponsored by the West Orange Animal Shelter and hosted by Debbie, an animal shelter volunteer, is scheduled for Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the shelter at West Orange Park, 2700 Western Avenue. The event’s goal is to showcase the dogs available for