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
January 6, 2025
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Discover Your Sparkle with Diamond Art at the Orange Public Library
Ready to explore the creative hobby that’s captivating the crafting world? Diamond painting, a unique combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers, lets you apply colorful resin rhinestones to richly pigmented canvases. The result? Stunning, mosaic-like diamond artworks that shimmer and shine! The Orange Public Library invites adults to join the fun on January 7, 2025, from… Keep Reading
January 6, 2025
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Lava Java Opens Second Location in Bridge City
Lava Java, the beloved coffee shop from Vidor, is expanding its horizons with the opening of a second location at 1395 Texas Ave. in Bridge City, right next to Twice the Ice and across from Take 5 Car Wash. This new location boasts a convenient double drive-through, making it even easier for customers to grab… Keep Reading
January 2, 2025
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12News Anchor Tia Johnson to Host Storytime at Vidor Public Library
The Vidor Public Library is thrilled to announce a special Storytime event featuring Tia Johnson, Morning Anchor for 12News Daybreak. The event will take place on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the library, located at 440 E Bolivar St. Tia Johnson, known for her dedication to literacy and children,… Keep Reading
January 2, 2025
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Orange County Special Angels Rodeo Receives Prestigious TEGNA Foundation Grant
The Orange County Special Angels Rodeo, a nonprofit dedicated to creating inclusive rodeo experiences for individuals with special needs, has been awarded the esteemed 2024 TEGNA Foundation Grant by 12News. The funding will support the acquisition of vital equipment, including a new ramp to enhance accessibility for horseback riding activities, a cornerstone of the event’s… 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