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 2, 2025
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Orange EDC Approves $1.5 Million Incentive Package to Support New H-E-B Development
In a unanimous decision, the Orange Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has approved $1.5 million in funding to support the construction of a new, state-of-the-art H-E-B grocery store. This project marks a significant milestone in the city’s long-term development strategy. The funding is designed to support infrastructure improvements related to the project and to incentivize the grocery… Keep Reading
September 1, 2025
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More Than 800 New Texas Laws Take Effect Sept. 1
On September 1, 2025, over 800 new laws will take effect across Texas, ushering in significant changes in public education, infrastructure investment, abortion policy, and more. Signed during the 88th Legislative Session by Governor Greg Abbott, the laws reflect a wide-ranging conservative agenda and will impact millions of Texans. Among the most notable changes: While… Keep Reading
September 1, 2025
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Guitars, Grease, and Good Decisions… Probably
Step into Beaumont’s past and uncover the treasures that shaped Southeast Texas! In this episode of Best in Beaumont, Laini Parker takes you on a journey through six must-visit historic gems that connect the city’s oil-boom legacy with today’s culture, architecture, and flavor. From the gusher reenactments at Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum to the pit-smoked… Keep Reading
August 28, 2025
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Vidor Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Vidor Hope House with Rbbon-Cutting
On August 19, 2025, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce proudly welcomed Vidor Hope House to its growing family of community-minded organizations. Located at 185 Camp Street in Vidor, Vidor Hope House is a long-term residential re-entry program for women, offering transformative support to those overcoming the challenges of addiction, incarceration, and adversity. Founded and directed… Keep Reading
Warming Station Opens in Orange
January 15, 2024
Due to the forecasted cold weather, Orange County has partnered with the Red Cross and Orange Church of God in Orange to provide a warming station starting Monday, January 15, 2024, and Tuesday, January 16, 2024, from 5 pm to 8 am at Orange Church of God Embassy of Grace, 1911 North 16th Street, Orange,
Bridge City Announces New City Manager
January 15, 2024
At their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 2, the Bridge City City Council unanimously appointed Christopher Baker as their next city manager. Mr. Baker was selected from twenty-four (24) applicants, including four finalists. Mr. Baker will officially start on January 15. Leading the search process was Slavin Management Consultants, Norcross, Georgia, a nationally renowned
January 2024 Adulting 101 Program to Focus on Acing the Application
January 15, 2024
Note: Program canceled to inclement weather. The presentation will be rescheduled at a later date. On the third Tuesday of each month from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, the Orange Public Library hosts “Adulting 101”, a program designed to introduce an “adulting” skill. Join Goodwill Industries on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, from 5:30 pm to
Southeast Texas Coaches Association Names 2023 Coaches of the Year
January 11, 2024
The Southeast Texas Coaches Association has named its 2023 coaches of the year. The list is noted below. Featured Orange County coaches include: Baseball: Tim Erickson from Orangefield Softball: Rebekah Ragsdale from Orangefield Boys’ Gold: Todd Trawhon from Orangefield Girls’ Tennis: Rebekah Newell from Orangefield Assistant Coach of the Year: Sarah Nash from Orangefield Girls’
New Executive Director Hired at Orange Housing Authority
January 10, 2024
The Orange Housing Authority announces a new chapter in its journey with the hiring of Sheryl Ford as the Executive Director of the City of Orange Housing Authority. Ford brings a wealth of experience and a passion for community development that aligns perfectly with the OHA mission to provide safe, affordable housing for all. Her
Registration Opens for 2024 Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant
January 9, 2024
Registration opens for the 2024 Miss Orange County Scholarship Pageant, which will be held on April 7, 2024, at Julie Rogers Theater, 765 Pearl St. in Beaumont. In 1981, the Mauriceville Crawfish Festival Association hosted the first Crawfish Festival Queen Pageant as a fundraising project. It quickly became an annual tradition in conjunction with the
Leslie’s Place Opening in Mauriceville
January 9, 2024
According to Leslie’s Place owner Leslie McIntosh Rider. a new Leslie’s Place will be opening in Mauriceville in early March in the building in the old Tuffy’s Eatery building at 11261 Highway 12, Mauriceville. The last restaurant at this location was Bella’s Italian Bistro, which closed in December 2023. The new location will serve the
MLK Gala Scheduled for January 13
January 8, 2024
The MKK Gala is scheduled for Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center, 11475 FM 1442 in Orange. A mixer will be held at 5:55 PM followed by the program at 7 PM. Doors open at 5:30 PM. The organizers promise an extraordinary evening filled with leaders, business owners, unsung
Cajun Food 88 Opening Soon at Former Jack in the Box Location
January 8, 2024
A new restaurant, Cajun Food 88, will be opening in mid-January at the former Jack in the Box location at 2900 N 16th St. in Orange. They will offer menu items ranging from burgers and chicken to po’boys and wings. A pre-opening menu can be viewed below. For more information, contact Cajun Food 88 at
Orange Rotary Club Adopts and Cleans Up Welcome to Orange Sign
January 4, 2024
The City of Orange Adopt-a-Spot program encourages citizen and organization participation in beautification projects in Orange to make the city an attractive place in which to live, work, and play. The Orange Texas Rotary Club recently participated in the program by enhancing the “Welcome to Orange, Texas” sign on MacArthur Drive near Lion’s Den Park.