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 21, 2020
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Beta Makes Landfall Today with 4-7 Inches of Rain Expected
Greg Bostwick, Chief Meteorologist at KFDM-TV, reports that Beta remains weak and continues to move toward the Texas coast. Landfall is expected well to our southwest later today between Port Lavaca and Corpus Christi. After landfall, Beta should drift over South Texas tonight into Tuesday before ejecting out to the northeast Wednesday into Thursday. Locally,… Keep Reading
August 25, 2020
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Laura Expected to Strengthen to Category 3 Hurricane
Tropical Storm Laura is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane Wednesday over the Gulf of Mexico, forecasters said Tuesday morning. The storm strengthened overnight and was near hurricane strength as of 7 a.m., the National Hurricane Center said. Laura is expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday around the Louisiana/Texas state… Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Mandatory Evacuation Called for Orange County
Orange County and City Officials are calling for a Mandatory Evacuation for all of Orange County at 6 am, Tuesday, August 25th, 2020. Citizens who cannot evacuate themselves can find transportation resources at either of the two embarkation sites in the county. Evacuees can arrive at the location at 9 am, Tuesday, Aug 25th, 2020…. Keep Reading
August 24, 2020
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Mandatory Evac Issued for Orange County Nursing Homes – Voluntary Evac for Others
Orange County Judge John Gothia issued a Disaster Declaration for Orange County today. County and City Officials are recommending a VOLUNTARY EVACUATION for all of Orange County and all of its Municipalities due to the uncertainty of Hurricane Marco and Hurricane Laura. At this time Officials are issuing a mandatory evacuation FOR nursing homes ONLY…. Keep Reading
Vidor Hometown Holidays Scheduled for Dec. 1-3
November 29, 2023
Vidor’s Hometown Holidays celebration is scheduled over three days, December 1 -3, 2023. First up is Light Up City Hall on December 1 at 5:30 PM featuring the 6th grade choir, VHS Brigadettes, Santa, Rotary Bus with books and cookies, Blue Santa with free cocoa and toy drop-off, Christmas Tree Lighting, and a reading of
A Fresh Start for a Healthier You Planned at Bridge City Library
November 28, 2023
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Orange County will host a Fresh Start for a Healthier You Program at the Bridge City Public Library, 101 Parkside Dr., starting December 4, 2023. There is no charge for this program. This is a 4 -week program to learn how to cook healthier meals for you and your family, practical cooking
“Stories of Steuben” Lunch & Look @ Home Program Offered at Stark Museum
November 28, 2023
Join the Stark Museum of Art and Curator Sarah E. Boehme for a look into the Museum’s superlative collection of Steuben Glass. Explore the stories of Steuben on November 30, 2033, from noon – 1 PM. The illustrated Zoom slide-talk will look at the company’s history, the artists who created the imagery, and the national
2023 Holiday Festivities in Orange County
November 28, 2023
Take a look at all the holiday Festivities happening in Orange County this year! Are you planning a Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, Yule, or New Year’s celebration for 2023? If so, we’d love to list it in our article about Holiday Festivities in Orange County. Please send details (press release, flyer, or link to Facebook event
City of Orange Hires Gavin Victoria as New Utilities Division Manager
November 28, 2023
The City of Orange recently hired Gavin Victoria as the newly appointed Utilities Division Manager. Gavin is a native of Orange who recently returned to the area from the City of Rosenberg, where he was the Utilities Supervisor. He previously worked for eight years under the City of Orange’s Carl Dove in water and sewer
Orange CVB to Host Holiday Party on November 30
November 27, 2023
Join the employees at Orange City Hall and the Orange Convention and Visitor’s Bureau for a merry and bright evening at City Hall, 812 N. 16th St, as they celebrate the season on Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm with Santa’s Stories and Sweet Treats. Family and friends can take photos
New Barbershop Opens in Orange
November 27, 2023
A new barbershop, Imperio Latino Barbershop, opened in Orange in mid-November. They are located at 821 Strickland Dr., in Orange. They offer a variety of men’s haircuts and male personal care services. On Wednesdays, they offer $15 dollar men and kids cuts. Appointments are accepted. Their business hours are as follows: Monday – Saturday 8:30
Black Friday 2023 Specials
November 23, 2023
Check out these Black Friday Specials! Please support your local businesses this holiday season! Clarity Wireless Get ready for huge savings with Clarity Wireless Black Friday offers. We’ve cut prices on a wide range of tech, including phones, tablets, sim-only deals, and accessories – just in time for the festive season. There’s something for everyone from
Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church’s Seek and Find Resale Shop
November 22, 2023
On November 15, 2023, the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting today for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church’s Seek and Find Resale Shop at 945 W. Roundbunch in Bridge City. The Seek and Find Resale Shop has a lot of great items: clothes, shoes, kitchen items, toys, and more. Their business hours are as
Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Orange County Audiology
November 22, 2023
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Orange County Audiology & Hearing Aids on November 13, 2023, at 1025 Texas Ave., STE. B in Bridge City. They specialize in diagnostic hearing evaluations and the sale, programming, and maintenance of hearing aids. Dr. Brytni Borel is a native of Southeast Texas. She grew