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
September 3, 2024
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Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club Hosts Successful Annual Guy’s Game Night
The Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club held its much-anticipated Annual Guy’s Game Night: Fins, Feathers & Fooore on Thursday night at the Bridge City Community Center. The event drew a full house and featured bingo, a live auction, raffle prizes, and a delicious meal, all supporting the Rotary Club’s various community projects and scholarships. Club President… Keep Reading
September 3, 2024
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David Rutledge Named Acting City Manager of Bridge City
The Texas Municipal League has confirmed that David Rutledge, currently Mayor of Bridge City, is now also acting as the city’s interim City Manager. This development follows the recent resignation of Christopher Baker, who had held the position for just seven months. The Bridge City City Council convened on August 20 for a meeting that… Keep Reading
September 2, 2024
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Tulane Road Construction to Begin on September 3rd
Update 9/7/24: Tulane Road Due to weather, construction to rehabilitate Tulane Road from the SRA canal bridge to the City of Orange city limit has been postponed until Wednesday, September 11, 2024. During construction, Tulane Road will be closed to through traffic from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. while contractors work on the section of… Keep Reading
September 2, 2024
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East Roundbunch Road Swing Bridge to Remain Closed to Car Traffic for Several More Weeks
Orange County Judge John Gothia has announced that the East Roundbunch Road swing bridge will remain closed to vehicular traffic for an additional two and a half to three weeks. This update follows a briefing provided to the Commissioners Court by County Engineer Corey Oldbury regarding the status of the bridge, which connects vehicular traffic… Keep Reading
Vidor Chamber Holds Ribbon-Cutting for Client Grove Marketing
April 15, 2024
On April 11, 2024, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Client Grove Marketing, located in Vidor. ClientGrove helps businesses in navigating digital marketing, freeing them to grow their business and career. Their expertise ensures brands not only gets noticed but also builds strong client relationships for a successful future. Their specialty is
Renowned Bassist and Singer-Songwriter Scott Mulvahill to Perform at Lutcher Theater
April 15, 2024
Experience the Lutcher Theater in a new light during the upcoming performance of renowned bassist and singer-songwriter Scott Mulvahill. Surrounded by hundreds of candles illuminating the Lutcher stage, the Houston native will captivate audiences on Saturday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m., making this a perfect evening for a date night. Mulvahill’s unique blend of soulful
City of Pinehurst Announces 2024 Spring Clean Up Day
April 11, 2024
The City of Pinehurst announces Spring Cleanup Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2022, from 8 AM until noon. Dumpsters will be located at 2666 MacArthur Drive in the old Sears parking lot. Only residents of Pinehurst are authorized to use this service, and proof of residency, along with a photo ID, will be
GOALS Schedules Adult Spelling Bee for April 26
April 11, 2024
Greater Orange Area Literary Services (GOALS) will sponsor its Adult Spelling Bee on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Lamar State College Student Gym, 403 Green Ave in Orange from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. GOALS is looking for participants. A spelling team consists of three people. The entry fee is a $350 donation, and lunch
TMPA Secures $780K in Back Pay for Deputies Terminated by OCSD
April 10, 2024
In an impressive legal triumph, the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) secured $780,000 in back pay for 13 deputies who were unjustly terminated from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD). This landmark decision came as a result of persistent legal efforts led by TMPA regional attorney Gregory Cagle, particularly in the wake of the 2020
LCM Color Run & Walk Scheduled for April 27
April 10, 2024
The Little Cypress-Mauriceville Education Foundation’s Legacy Color Run and Walk 5k is a fun, family event intended to raise money to support grants provided by the Little Cypress-Mauriceville Education Foundation, Inc. It will be held Saturday, April 27, 2024, beginning at 8 AM. Participants who register before April 12 are guaranteed to get a free
City of Orange Proclaims April 2024 as Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month
April 9, 2024
Mayor Larry Spears Jr. has proclaimed April 2024 as Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month in the City of Orange and urges all citizens to recognize this month by dedicating ourselves to the task of improving the quality of life for all children and families. In Federal fiscal year 2023, the Texas Department of Family
WOCCISD $72M Bond Up for Approval in May Elections
April 9, 2024
In the Fall semester of 2023, the West Orange-Cove CISD Board of Trustees and Dr. Harris convened a Facilities Advisory Committee to evaluate the district’s existing facilities. After several meetings, the committee made a recommendation to the board, which the board accepted and called for a May 2024 bond election. If approved, a $72 million
LSCO Dedicates Newly Named Student Center
April 8, 2024
Lamar State College Orange hosted a dedication ceremony on April 4, 2024, for the newly named Joe Ben Welch Student Center, named in honor of the first president of Lamar State College Orange, who served from 1969 to 1989. The student center name was unveiled during Gatorama 2024, LSCO’s Spring Day & Open House. Friends
Shangri La Offers Breakfast on the Bayou Program
April 8, 2024
Join Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center for an early morning birding excursion at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center! During this family-friendly program, guests will have an opportunity to observe their natural surroundings as we navigate Adams Bayou on a slow-paced bird-watching adventure en route to their Beaver Pond outdoor classroom. Whether