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 1, 2021
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OPD Hosting Spread the Love Food Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive
September is Hunger Action Month and the Orange Police Department is raising awareness by hosting the “Spread the Love” food drive. Donations of peanut butter and jelly in plastic containers may be dropped off at the Orange Police Department, located at 201 N. 8th Street in downtown Orange. All items will be donated to the… Keep Reading
August 31, 2021
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OFD Awarded $100,000 Grant
The Orange Fire Department (OFD) was awarded a Fire Act Grant in the amount of $100,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This grant award will be used to replace 15 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units and purchase 30 SCBA cylinders for the Orange Fire Department.
August 31, 2021
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September DRSA Boat Races Canceled
The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau has made the tough decision to cancel the 2021 DSRA Boat Races, scheduled to be held on September 18 & 19. The decision to cancel the boat races was made after the staff was presented with logistic concerns and notification of damages from Hurricane Ida in areas… Keep Reading
August 30, 2021
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Lyda Hired as New Director of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of its new Director, Mandy Sims Lyda! Lyda moved back to Orange County a little over a year ago after being gone for some time. She has been married for almost 20 years and has 2 children. She loves to travel and enjoys… 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