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
October 4, 2023
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New Together Thursdays Concert Kicks Off October 5
Orange County United Way kicks off the fall Together Thursdays concert series on October 5, 2023, at the Riverside Pavilion at 6:30 p.m. The featured band is Straight Tequila Night. Straight Tequila Night is Texas’s original ’90s Country Tribute Band. From Garth Brooks and George Strait to Tim McGraw and Brooks & Dunn, they play… Keep Reading
October 3, 2023
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FEMA Testing National Emergency Alert System on October 4
The Federal Emergency Management Agency, commonly known as FEMA, will conduct a nationwide test of the National Emergency Alert System. It will be done on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, and will begin at 1:20 p.m. Central time. FEMA officials say the emergency test message will go to all cell phones, as well as television stations… Keep Reading
October 3, 2023
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Salvation Army Announces 2023 Angel Tree Applications Available
The Salvation Army of Orange TX announces that Angel Tree Applications begin Sunday, October 1, 2023, and extend through October 14, 2023. This year, registration is online only and can be accessed here. No invitation code is required. Simply enter your zip code to begin the application process. Program requirements: Photo ID required (driver’s license,… Keep Reading
October 2, 2023
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Shangri La to Hold Saturday Adventure Series
Select Saturdays in October and November, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will host family-friendly educational programs from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. These programs are free with a wide range of topics. Registration is first come, first served. RSVP to secure your place in the program. Register online, via email at welliott@shangrilagardens.org or… Keep Reading
KidzZone Coming to Mauriceville
January 4, 2024
KidzZone is a new indoor playground and party center coming to Mauriceville, located at 11701 Hwy 62-N in Mauriceville. They are a birthday play party venue and indoor playground with open play for babies, toddlers, and school-aged children up to age 13. They are currently hiring, and no opening date has been announced at this
City of Orange Poised for Growth in 2024
January 3, 2024
The City of Orange is about to bring a wave of exciting changes that promise to make Orange an even better place to live, work, and play in 2024. The city’s leaders have been hard at work planning and implementing various projects to accommodate the growing population and improve our community. One of the most
Workforce Solutions Seeking Mentors for Local Youth
January 2, 2024
Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas is committed to providing the next generation with a chance to acquire valuable knowledge and skills that will be essential for their future career. The organization has launched the Summer Earn and Learn (S.E.A.L) program to achieve this goal. This program is designed explicitly for young adults aged between 16-24 interested
Art in the Park 2024 Seeks Vendors
January 2, 2024
Mark your calendars for April 6, 2024, for the 22nd Annual Art in the Park & 5th Annual Car Show at Stark Park in Downtown Orange. Registration for Art in the Park retail vendors is open now. Applications may be found at the Explore Orange CVB office inside City Hall or downloaded online here. For
New Texas Laws Take Effect in 2024
January 1, 2024
Many bills passed during the 88th legislative session, from the regular session in spring to several subsequent special monthlong sessions, will go into effect starting January 1, 2024. Here’s a review of some of them: Diversity, equity, and inclusion ban at Texas colleges: A state ban on programs and policies “designed or implemented in reference
Golden Triangle Polymers Announces Upcoming Heavy Haul Schedule
January 1, 2024
Heavy Haul transports for Golden Triangle Polymers will occur during the following dates and times. SH87 northbound lane will be closed from SH62 to Orange County Airport. Jan. 2, 2024: 9AM – 1PM Jan. 8, 2024: 9AM – 1PM Jan. 15, 2024: 9AM – 1PM Jan. 19, 2024: 9AM – 1PM
New Year’s Eve Events in Orange County (and SETX)
December 30, 2023
Orange County New Year’s Eve with Cajun Harmony Brick And Barley 2614 Lutcher Drive, Orange 9 pm – 1 am Kicking out The Old and Bringing in the New!! Ring in the New Year with Brick and Barley and Cajun Harmony. NYE party with Jarrod Meehan Live Cotton’s Cay 8379 TX-87, Orange 9 pm –
OFD Battalion Chief Joel Gilbert Graduates From LIT Regional Police Academy
December 28, 2023
The City of Orange Fire Department’s Battalion Chief Joel Gilbert has graduated from the Lamar Institute of Technology Regional Police Academy. The Orange Fire Department sponsored Chief Gilbert to acquire a Texas Commission of Fire Protection Arson Investigator certification. This makes him only one of five firefighters in the Orange Fire Department who are certified
Do Well Be Well with Diabetes Class Starting January 11
December 28, 2023
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will hold free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join them in learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on January 11, 18, 25, and February 1
Orange County Disaster Rebuild Gives Man a Home for the Holidays
December 27, 2023
On December 21, 2023, Orange County Disaster Rebuild (OCDR) handed over the keys to Steve Norwood to his brand-new home. Norwood’s home was impacted by the 2016 floods, Hurricane Harvey in 2017, Hurricane Laura in 2020, Hurricane Delta in 2020, and the Texas winter storm in 2021. The home was being condemned by the City