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 17, 2020
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All Stark Cultural Venues Closed and Events Canceled
After careful consideration, the Stark Museum of Art, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and the W.H. Stark House are to close beginning Tuesday, March 17, 2020, and will remain closed until further notice. This includes general admission and all venue offices including The Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation. All special programming… Keep Reading
March 17, 2020
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Updated: Lutcher Theater Closed Until Further Notice
The Lutcher is closed until further notice and has temporarily suspended all public performances and events beginning today, March 17 through April 30, 2020, in compliance with orders and recommendations regarding the coronavirus and social gatherings declared by the Center for Disease Control and our federal, state and local governments. The impacted events are: Beautiful… Keep Reading
March 17, 2020
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Orange County Issues Disaster Declaration and Emergency Order
Orange County Judge John Gothia has issued a disaster declaration for Orange County effective immediately for the next 30 days.. Provisions within the declaration: Any event sponsored by Orange County will cease No gatherings of events of greater than 50 people Limit visitation in nursing homes and senior centers 24 Hour curfew in place for… Keep Reading
March 16, 2020
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OISD Cancels School Beginning March 23-April 3
In anticipation of a Disaster Declaration of Emergency by Orange County, Orangefield ISD will close its schools out of an abundance of caution beginning on Monday, March 23, 2020. Our district will reassess this closing on or before Friday, April 3, 2020. Our goal is to return on Monday, April 6, 2020. In the near… Keep Reading
Mauriceville Feed Opens June 13
June 18, 2024
Mauriceville Feed opened for business on June 13, 2024. They are located at 9999 Texas 12 in Mauriceville. The owners are Jeff and Teresa Viator and Kyle and Julianne Gillam. They offer a variety of wildlife feed and other agricultural products as a local Lone Star Feed dealer. Their business hours are as follows: Monday
Orange Amateur Radio Club Hosts Summer Field Day June 22-23
June 18, 2024
The Orange Amateur Radio Club will be hosting its annual Summer Field Day on June 22-23, 2024. The radio event will be held at the Mauriceville Heritage Fairgrounds, 4711 Cohenour Rd. in Mauriceville. The event starts Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 1 pm through Sunday, June 23, 2024, at 1 pm. The public is invited
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Cappen Stitch House
June 17, 2024
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Cappen Stitch House on June 13, 2024. Cappen Stitch House offers screen printing and embroidery on a wide variety of items. For more info, contact them at(409) 554-1453 or visit their Facebook page.
Shangri La Botanical Gardens to Host Summer Sip and Stroll
June 17, 2024
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites the public to enjoy a golden hour in the garden during their summer Sip and Stroll. This special after-hours experience is offered in collaboration with Free State Cellars on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 5-8 p.m. Admission to Sip and Stroll is free of charge. “We are
Orange Plans Independence Day Celebration
June 13, 2024
Celebrate Independence Day with the Explore Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau at the 2024 July 4th Concert & Fireworks Celebration. The event will be held on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive. It will be an evening of freedom, fun, and fireworks, with live music entertainment, food vendors,
Lizard Lounge Exotic Pets Opens in Mauriceville
June 13, 2024
Lizard Lounge Exotic Pets, LLC opened in Mauriceville on June 4, 2024. It is located at 11261 Highway 12 STE 800 (the old Tuffy’s parking lot on the far left). Their mission is to provide pet owners with the best products, services, and information to help them give their pets the best possible care. They
2024-25 City of Orange Hotel/Motel Tax Grants Applications Available
June 12, 2024
The City of Orange Hotel/Motel Tax committee has released applications for non-profit entities within the City of Orange to apply for a portion of the City’s Hotel/Motel Tax funds. Any 501 (C) organization in the City of Orange that attracts visitors to the City of Orange, Texas, can submit applications to the committee. Under Section
Baby Bobcats Childcare Center Opens in Orangefield
June 12, 2024
Baby Bobcats Child Development Center opened on June 3, 2024. They are located at 8000 East Ashford Park in Orangefield. They offer childcare for ages 6 weeks to 13 years and are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM all year round, only closing for holidays. Their top-notch teaching tools and a
BCMS Principal Grady Wellborn Selected for Raising School Leaders Program
June 11, 2024
The Charles Butt Foundation, a non-profit pursuing a more equitable and prosperous future for all Texans through education and community partnerships, has selected Bridge City Middle School Principal Grady Welborn as one of 30 principals from traditional and charter school districts across Texas to attend a weeklong summer institute at the Principals’ Center at the
Family Fort Night Scheduled for Orange Public Library
June 11, 2024
On Friday, June 14, 2024, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm, the Orange Public Library,220 5th St, Orange, is hosting Family Fort Night. Participants should head to the library with their pillows and blankets. They will be asked to use their imagination and creativity to build a fort among the bookshelves. Get comfy and relax