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
April 14, 2021
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Orange City Council Agrees to Purchase High Water Rescue Trucks
City of Orange Fire Chief, David Frenzel, discussed the purchase of two (2) high water rescue vehicles during the Orange City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 13. The vehicles will be partially paid for through an Infrastructure Grant from the Texas General Land Office as a part of Disaster Relief from Hurricane Harvey. The remainder… Keep Reading
April 13, 2021
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Area Code Required to Dial 409 Numbers Beginning October 24
The Texas Public Utility Commission says that as of October 24, 2021, the 409 area code will be one of seven across the state in which residents will be required to first dial the area code before entering the remaining seven numbers to make a local telephone call. On July 16, 2020, the Federal Communications… Keep Reading
April 12, 2021
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Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event Planned for May 15
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) is hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event. The event will be held in the parking lot of the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center at 3401 Cultural Center Drive in Port… Keep Reading
April 12, 2021
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SETRPC Offing Stabilization Services to Those Impacted by Imelda
The SETRPC (Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission) is offering stabilization services to qualifying residents of Orange County impacted by Tropical Storm Imelda. SETRPC stabilization services will include utility services such as water, gas, gas-disconnect notices (no deposits/late fees/re-connect charges), and rent services such as eviction notices (no deposits/application fees/late fees/court & filing fees). Orange County… Keep Reading
Stark Museum of Art Acquires Quilts for Permanent Collection
June 10, 2024
The Stark Museum of Art is pleased to announce the acquisition of two art quilts for its special exhibition, “Black Pioneers: Legacy in the American West.” The works of art acquired for their permanent collection are “The Game Changer” by Carolyn Crump and “Cathy Williams a,.k.a. William Cathay: Female Buffalo Soldier” by Georgia Williams. The
Scratch Kitchen Opens in Bridge City
June 10, 2024
Scratch Kitchen, located at 1575 Texas Avenue in Bridge City, next to the old Bridge City Cleaners, has held its soft opening. During the soft opening, it will offer limited breakfast items from 5 AM to 11 AM seven days a week. The restaurant offers southern-style breakfast, brunch, and lunch and has a full catering
Juneteenth Celebration Set for June 15-16
June 7, 2024
Krewe De Onyx in the City of Orange, Texas, is excited to announce its annual Juneteenth Celebration, set to take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024, and Sunday, June 16, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in Orange, Texas. This event will feature live entertainment and community engagement, honoring the history and importance of
Southeast Texas Braces for Hurricane Season with Major Infrastructure Projects
June 6, 2024
As hurricane season approaches, Southeast Texas is on high alert, keeping a watchful eye on the Gulf of Mexico for any signs of developing storms. “It’s not if another hurricane occurs, it’s simply a matter of when we get another hurricane,” said Congressman Randy Weber. Officials are predicting an especially active hurricane season, prompting Southeast
28th Annual Cops and Kids Picnic Scheduled for June 7
June 6, 2024
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office 28th Annual Cops and Kids Picnic is scheduled for June 7, 2024, from 10 AM – 2 PM at Claiborne West Park, located off of Interstate 10 12 miles west of Orange. The event will include free food and rides, picnic fun games, as well as visits from members of
LBS Event Center Opens in Bridge City
June 5, 2024
LBS BBQ, located at 2005 FM 408 Bridge City, has opened its event center. What started as a temporary move turned into something extraordinary. They have transformed the once-temporary space into a hub of possibilities. From state-of-the-art conference rooms equipped for virtual meetings and state-of-the-art technology to a versatile chapel-turned-event space perfect for any occasion,
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Vidor Nutrition
June 5, 2024
The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting on May 30, 2024, for Vidor Nutrition by Angie Lane, located at 3085 TX-12, Suite 2, in Vidor, which is in the parking lot next to Secondhand Consignment and Benoit’s Louis Dance Hall. They offer a variety of loaded teas, shakes, nutritional snacks, protein bowls, and feature
Take 5 Oil Change Breaks Ground for New Facility
June 4, 2024
Take 5 Oil Change has broken ground at 3122 N. 16th Street in Orange with a proposed estimated capital investment of $2,000,000 at the project site. Take 5 was founded in 1984 as Rapid Oil Change. It offered quick oil changes, minor repairs, and other maintenance services. Since then, it has expanded, faced disaster, and
Orange Public Library to Host Mini-Golf
June 4, 2024
The Orange Public Library is hosting Mini Golf. On Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the library will be transformed into an 18-hole mini golf course! Come test your putt-putt skills as you meander your way through obstacles and bookshelves for an entertaining round of mini golf! This event is free
Orange Public Library Hosting a Variety of Summer Reading Programs for Children and Adults
June 3, 2024
The Orange Public Library is hosting a variety of summer reading programs. The Summer Reading Program for high schoolers entering 9th—12th grades will be held on Thursdays from June 6 to July 2, 2024, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the Orange Public Library. Readers will hang out in the library with a different activity