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 2, 2023
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Vidor ISD Holds Community Opening for New School Building
Vidor ISD would like to invite residents to the Community Opening for the new Oak Forest Elementary Campus. It will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 5-6:30 PM at the Oak Forest Elementary Campus at 2400 Highway 12 in Vidor. In 2017, Tropical Storm Harvey destroyed Vidor Middle School and Oak Forest Elementary…. Keep Reading
December 27, 2022
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Disposing of Christmas Trees
The Texas A&M Forest Service has offered the following tips for the disposal of real Christmas trees: Many enjoy having a real Christmas tree for the holidays. And when the holidays are over, there are several eco-friendly ways to dispose of or recycle a Christmas tree. Living Christmas trees benefit the environment by sequestering carbon,… Keep Reading
December 22, 2022
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Warming Station Offered in Orange
Due to the forecasted cold weather, Orange County has partnered with the Salvation Army in Orange to provide a warming station starting at 3 pm Thursday, December 22, 2022, until noon Saturday, December 24, 2022, at the Salvation Army Building, 1950 MLK Drive, Orange Texas 77630. A warming station is a short-term emergency shelter that… Keep Reading
December 21, 2022
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Southeast Texas Coaches Association Names Coaches of the Year
The Southeast Texas Coaches Association has named its coaches of the year. The list is noted below. The 2022 Coach of the Year awards will be presented during the CHRISTUS and Beaumont Bone and Joint Hall of Honor Banquet that will be held on January 28, 2023,at noon in the Grand Ballroom of the MCM… Keep Reading
Orange Lions Club Seeking New Members and Carnival Sponsorships
February 8, 2024
The Orange Lions Club is seeking new members to help them continue their annual Lions Club Carnival fundraiser and, more importantly, the services they provide in the community for many years to come. Online membership applications can be found here. In addition, they are seeking sponsorships and volunteers for the upcoming Carnival, scheduled for March
Southeast Texas to Receive $72.4 M For Drainage Improvement
February 8, 2024
Southeast Texas is set to receive a substantial financial boost for infrastructure improvements, with over $70 million earmarked for enhancing drainage systems. This allocation is part of a larger package totaling $122,100,689 in regional mitigation funds, as announced by the Texas General Land Office. Under the guidance of Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, the funds
Big Mike’s Barbershop is Expanding
February 7, 2024
Big Mike’s Barbershop has moved to the first door of their building, located at 7088 Highway 87 N, in Orange. Big Mike’s Barber Shop is the place for men and boys to get a great haircut in a family-friendly environment. They are also adding suites to the salon and are looking to rent to established
Orange Community Players to Present “Love is in the Air”
February 7, 2024
Orange Community Players will present Love is in the Air, a music review for friends and lovers, on Friday and Saturday, February 15-16 from 6:30 PM – 10 PM at the Orange Train Depot Museum at 1210 Green Ave. in Orange. Doors open at 6:30 for wine and hors d’oeuvres, and showtime is 7:37 PM.
Community Trash-Off Scheduled for February 24
February 6, 2024
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center’s Community Trash-Off will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the City of Orange Riverside Pavilion at 709 Simmons Drive in Orange, Texas. This year’s Community Trash-Off is sponsored by Dow. Orange County residents are encouraged to come out, take pride in their community, and help clean
City of Orange Rescinds Drought Restrictions
February 6, 2024
The City of Orange has rescinded Drought Contingency Plan Water Restrictions Stage 1 to normal operating conditions. The public water system has taken the necessary corrective actions to make full water capacity available for five (5) consecutive days to restore the water availability by this public water system used for drinking water or human consumption
W.H. Stark House Hosts Mask-Making Workshop
February 5, 2024
Create your own piece of history at The W.H. Stark House. A Historical Craft Workshop: Masquerade Mask will be held on February 6, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. Guests will enjoy a brief history lesson of masquerade balls and then make a Mardi Gras-themed masquerade mask to take home. Register today, as space is limited to
Orange County Residents No Longer Need to Travel for Hospital Care
February 5, 2024
After years of anticipation and planning, the Christus Southeast Texas Health System officially unveiled its new facility, Christus Hospital – Orange, marking a significant milestone in healthcare availability for the residents of Orange, Texas. The journey began four years ago when community leaders and medical staff came together to envision a hospital service that would
Orange County Sheriff’s Office Selects Officers of the Year
February 1, 2024
Orange County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Sergeant Jody Miller and Deputy Taylor Sullivan were voted Officers of the Year by their Patrol Division. Thanks go to all the men and women working for the Sheriff’s Office.
Mardi Gras on the Sabine Scheduled for February 2-3, 2024
February 1, 2024
Inclement Weather Notice: *Due to weather, all Explore Orange events scheduled for Saturday at the Riverside Pavilion have been canceled, including the Munchkin Parade. The Krewe of Krewes parade will still roll at 6:00 pm on Saturday.* The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, in partnership with the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce,