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
May 11, 2021
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New Cajun Eatery Opens Off I-10
Bliss Box, located at 7247 IH10 has recently opened for business. They are located at the former Homsi’s restaurant. Bliss Box features a wide variety of fried seafood items and a frozen meat section where patrons can purchase a wide variety of sausages and boudin. Business hours are as follows: Monday through Saturday from 8… Keep Reading
May 10, 2021
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Applications Open for Hotel/Motel Tax Funds
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… Keep Reading
May 10, 2021
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Tropical Vibe Daiquiris Opens for Business
The City of Orange is excited to welcome Tropical Vibes Daiquiris, located at 1408 10th Street in Orange. They offer a large variety of flavored daiquiris. Their business hours are: Sunday through Thursday – 2 P.M. to 10 P.M. Friday – 2 P.M. to 12 A.M. Saturday – 12 P.M. to 12 A.M. For additional… Keep Reading
May 6, 2021
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Pink Rooster Treasures Holds Grand Opening at New Location
Pink Rooster Treasures, now located at 3109 Edgar Brown Drive Suite C, in Orange, is holding its grand opening on Thursday, May 6, at its new location next to CATO and Burkes Outlet by Walmart from 10 AM – 6 PM. Wing Junkies food truck will be on-site all day, and if you spend $100… Keep Reading
I-10 Reconstruction Announced for Orange County
April 1, 2024
In an effort to facilitate ongoing improvements and enhance road safety, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced a significant temporary closure along Interstate 10 that will affect many drivers in the region. As part of a broader initiative to reconstruct and widen the main lanes of the interstate, a key eastbound entrance ramp
Get the Facts Program Available from Texas A&M Agrilife Extension
March 28, 2024
A Get the Fact Series is being offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension on April 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2024, at 6 PM at the Orange County Convention & Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. Over the 4 weeks, participants will: learn about sodium, fats, sugars, and portion size learn more about nutrition
Shangri La’s Up Close With Nature Program Scheduled for March 30
March 28, 2024
Join Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center on the last Saturday of each month (March – October) from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for Up Close with Nature: Live Animal Programs. The next program is scheduled for Saturday, March 30, 2024. Their wildlife curator, Robert Morgan, features one or more live animals that call
Chito’s Artisanal Ice Cream Opens in Orange
March 27, 2024
Chito’s Artisanal Ice Cream held its grand opening on March 17 at 1415 N 16th Street in Orange, TX. They serve a variety of artisanal ice creams. Operating hours are Monday – Friday from 1 PM – 10 PM. For more info, call (409) 293-7881 or visit their Facebook page. Their menu is below:
City of Vidor Schedules Autism Awareness Resource Event
March 27, 2024
The City of Vidor is hosting the First Annual Autism Awareness Resource Event on Thursday, March 28, 2024, from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM at the Vidor City Hall, 1395 N. Main St. in Vidor. Information will be available regarding autism resources and services in the area. Representatives from local agencies and citizens who have
Upcoming Rainbow Bridge Closure Announced
March 26, 2024
TxDOT has announced an upcoming project involving the Rainbow Bridge that is expected to take more than 18 months to complete. Beginning in the summer or fall of 2024, the Rainbow Bridge will be closed, and all traffic coming to and from Bridge City will go over the Veterans Bridge. TxDOT says the Veterans Bridge
Restored Furniture and More Holds Soft Opening
March 26, 2024
March 21, 2024, was the soft launch opening for Restored Furniture and More, located at 2303 16th St. in Orange, next to The Orange Key, also owned by Laurie Hyman. They offer a variety of furniture and home décor and will help you sell your furniture and home décor as well. Store hours are Thursday
Table 105 Holds Soft Opening
March 25, 2024
Table 105, located at 1465 North Main St. in Vidor, held its soft opening last week. They are a casual American restaurant with a variety of foods. During their soft opening, they will have burgers, chicken, fish, shrimp, pasta, pizza, beer, wine, margaritas, and desserts. To introduce themselves to the community, they offered a limited
Amber Hawk Named LCM High School Principal
March 25, 2024
Amber Hawk, the current principal of Little Cypress Elementary, has been named the new principal of Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School for the 2024-25 school year. Mrs. Hawk, originally from Buna, is married to Scott Hawk, Executive Pastor at Praise Church in Beaumont. The Hawks have seven adopted children, three of whom attend LCMHS. Mrs. Hawk
Workforce Solutions Hosting Job Fair on March 26
March 21, 2024
Workforce Solutions of Southeast Texas will be hosting a job fair on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 10 AM – 2 PM at their new location, 2266 McArthur Dr. in Orange. Resume help is available at your local Workforce Center at 1-877-834-5627 or online at WorkinTexas.com.