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
December 1, 2021
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City of West Orange to Host Tree Lighting
The City of West Orange will host its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration on Monday, December 6, 2021, at 6 PM at the West Orange Comunity Center at 2700 Western Ave. in West Orange. Festivities include the reading of the book, A Cajun Night Before Christmas, lighting of the tree, caroling, refreshments, and a visit… Keep Reading
December 1, 2021
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LCM Education Foundation to Host 2021 Beary Merry Christmas Market
The LCM Education Foundation will be hosting its Beary Merry Christmas Market on Saturday, December 4, 2021, from 10 am – 3 pm at LCM High School. The entry fee is $5, or free if wearing a Beary Merry Market t-shirt. The Market will feature pictures with Santa, a variety of shopping vendors, foods, sweets,… Keep Reading
November 30, 2021
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LSCO Announces Donation to New Mechanical Manufacturing Program
Lamar State College Orange announced Monday that Cloeren Incorporated (“Cloeren”), a global leader in supplying tooling for the plastics extrusion industry, has committed to donating over $500,000 toward the establishment of LSCO’s new Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Maintenance, or “Mechatronics”, Program. The donation includes an initial $300,000 worth of machinery, and $200,000 in scholarship funding over… Keep Reading
November 29, 2021
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Things to Do in Beaumont + SETX Offers Shopoply
Things to Do in Beaumont + SETX has been working on a project to get everyone in the holiday spirit. The graphic you see below is a Small Business Shopopoly Board. This board has 25+ deals being offered by some of our favorite local, small businesses from November 20 until December 20. Here’s how to… Keep Reading
Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event Planned for May 4
May 1, 2024
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, 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 Silsbee High School at 1575 Highway 96N in Silsbee. The event is open to
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension to Host Healthy Carbs Workshop
April 30, 2024
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will host a Healthy Carbs class series on May 7, 21, 28, and June 5, 2024, at 3 PM at the Neighborhood Facility, 303 N. 8th St, in Orange. The series will discuss how to find the right number of carbohydrates for your health goal and how to incorporate carbohydrates into
OCEDC to Host Economic Development Luncheon
April 30, 2024
The Orange County Economic Corporation is hosting a luncheon to celebrate Economic Development Week in Orange County on May 8, 2024, from 11 AM – 1 PM at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. . This event is sponsored by Golden Triangle Polymers and Local First. Seating is limited,
Orange City Council Implements Stricter Regulations for Massage Parlors to Combat Criminal Activity
April 29, 2024
The City of Orange has taken a significant step towards curbing illegal activities associated with massage parlors by introducing a comprehensive ordinance that was unanimously approved by the City Council on April 23, 2024. The new regulation aims to address a recent uptick in criminal incidents, including prostitution and human trafficking, linked to these establishments.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace and Local Industry Volunteers Assemble and Delivery Beds to Orange Children
April 25, 2024
Nearly two dozen volunteers gave up their Friday to make sure Orange County children would enjoy better nights of sleep. A group of volunteers from Chevron Phillips Chemical Orange Plant and Golden Triangle Polymers delivered and assembled beds for 54 children in Orange who did not have a bed to sleep in. This effort, which
Stark Art Museum Kicks Off 10th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition
April 25, 2024
Last week the Stark Museum of Art hosted a reception to celebrate the opening of its 10th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition. This exhibition features 100 original works of art created by 4th – 12th grade artists across the area. The Juried Student Art Exhibition theme, Piece by Piece, is offered in conjunction with the
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Table 105
April 24, 2024
On April 16, 2024, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Table 105, a casual American restaurant located at 1465 North Main St. in Vidor. Their fusion of homestyle southern American and Cajun cuisine reflects the diversity of the local community and their commitment to offering something special and affordable in a sea
Vidor Hosting Mayor’s Annual Main Street Cleanup April 27
April 24, 2024
Join Vidor Mayor Misty Songe in Vidor’s Main Street Clean-up on April 27, 2023, from 9 AM to noon. Participants will meet up at Market Basket at 9 am and disburse from there. Items accepted include heavy trash, debris, wood, brush, heavy brush, and furniture. Two dumpsters will be located at 695 E. Railroad in
Bridge City ISD Appoints Shally Watts as Director of Special Programs
April 24, 2024
Bridge City ISD announces the appointment of Shally Watts to the position of Director of Special Programs within Bridge City ISD. With a rich background in education and a deep commitment to student success, Watts brings over 15 years of invaluable experience to the district. Watts has been an integral part of the BCISD educational
GyroFresh Mediterranean Grill is now Don Mac Cheesy’s
April 23, 2024
GyroFresh Mediterranean Grill, located at 1551 N 16th St. in Orange, has changed names and food options and is now Don Mac Cheesy’s. This restaurant’s new format will offer loaded baked potatoes and macaroni and cheese. It will still have the “Secret” GyroFresh Express Menu available. Business hours are Monday – Sunday from 11:00 AM