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Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Award Winners at 2019 Banquet

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

Celebrate the Holidays and Support Local with Passport to Vidor

November 25, 2024

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Celebrate the Holidays and Support Local with Passport to Vidor

Get ready for a day of holiday cheer, local shopping, and exciting prizes during the Passport to Vidor – Christmas Edition, happening on Saturday, December 7, 2024! As part of the Hometown Holidays Weekend, this festive event invites the community to explore Vidor’s local businesses, enjoy holiday activities, and win incredible prizes—all while supporting the… Keep Reading

Stark Museum Hosts Reindeer Trail

November 25, 2024

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Stark Museum Hosts Reindeer Trail

The Stark Museum of Art invites you to experience the magic of the holiday season with “Reindeer Trail,” a whimsical winter wonderland exhibition open from November 20 through December 21, 2024. “Reindeer Trail” showcases 30 original reindeer created by talented local artists. The exhibition, which draws inspiration from the museum’s rich collection of Western and… Keep Reading

Golden Triangle Polymers Company Highlights Over $355 Million in Local Spending

November 25, 2024

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Golden Triangle Polymers Company Highlights Over $355 Million in Local Spending

During the November 19, 2024, meeting with Orange County Commissioners, Golden Triangle Polymers Company (GTPC) reported significant progress on its $8.5 billion facility currently under construction on Hwy. 87 South across from the Orange County Airport. Heather Betancourth, representing GTPC, presented the third-quarter report, revealing that the project has injected over $355 million into the… Keep Reading

Orange Chamber Calls for Nominations for Prestigious Community Awards

November 25, 2024

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Orange Chamber Calls for Nominations for Prestigious Community Awards

The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its annual call for nominations for three distinguished awards: Non-Profit Community Service of the Year Community Service – Business of the Year Citizen of the Year These honors recognize outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations that have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to improving the Greater Orange… Keep Reading

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Spooktacular Essentials: 10 Must-Have Halloween Items

Spooktacular Essentials: 10 Must-Have Halloween Items

October 19, 2023

Halloween is a time of spooky fun and creativity, and it’s a holiday that brings families together like no other. Whether you’re planning a haunted house party, trick-or-treating adventure, or just a cozy night in with some Halloween movies, there are certain essential items that every family should have to make the most of this

Shangri La to Sponsor Sip and Stroll Event

Shangri La to Sponsor Sip and Stroll Event

October 19, 2023

Enjoy extended garden hours at Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center for one evening only during the Scarecrow Festival. Join them for Sip and Stroll on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 5-8 p.m. Admission is free. Sip and Stroll through the autumnal gardens to enjoy more than 70 unique scarecrows, fall flowering displays, and

International Paper Closing in Orange in December

International Paper Closing in Orange in December

October 18, 2023

International Paper (NYSE: IP) today announced a series of actions to further strengthen and optimize its manufacturing system to meet customers’ needs. The company will permanently close its containerboard mill in Orange, Texas, and will permanently cease production on two of its pulp machines – the #20 machine in Riegelwood, N.C., and the #4 machine

Stark Museum of Art to Hold Lunch and Look @ Home Early Texas Encounter

Stark Museum of Art to Hold Lunch and Look @ Home Early Texas Encounter

October 18, 2023

Join the Stark Museum of Art and Curator Sarah E. Boehme to view a painting of Early Texas history. This program will take place on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from Noon to 1 p.m. Dr. Boehme will introduce the Stark Museum’s new acquisition, “Indian Council, Tehuacana Creek,” Texas, by John Mix Stanley. The painting is

New Car Detailing Shop Opens in Mauriceville

New Car Detailing Shop Opens in Mauriceville

October 18, 2023

Shiny Ridez Auto Detailing held its soft opening on Saturday, October 14, at 10769 Hwy 12 in Mauriceville. They offer a variety of hand wash and car detailing packages, as well as extra services like spray-on ceramic wax, shampooing carpets and/or seats, and headliner steam clean and spot removal. Nickolas Vitale is the business owner

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Hosting Children’s Food and Craft Contest

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Hosting Children’s Food and Craft Contest

October 17, 2023

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, in conjunction with the Orange County Livestock Show Association, will hold a Youth Food and Craft Project Contest. Categories include Sweets and Treats, Arts, Crafts, Quilts, Photography, and Industrial Arts. It is open to K-12 youth. The entry deadline is Friday, October 20, 2023, and the event is free to

Orange County RETREET to Replant Trees Lost to Natural Disaster on Nov. 4

Orange County RETREET to Replant Trees Lost to Natural Disaster on Nov. 4

October 17, 2023

In celebration of Arbor Day, Keep America Beautiful (“KAB”), alongside affiliates Keep Orange County Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful, is pleased to launch Orange County RETREET, an effort to heal the landscape of Orange County, TX, which has been devastated by numerous hurricanes and tornados over the past decade. “Orange County RETREET will address an

Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Grand Opening of Your Medical Home Occupational Medicine Facility

Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Grand Opening of Your Medical Home Occupational Medicine Facility

October 16, 2023

On October 12, 2023, the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for the grand opening of Your Medical Home Occupational Medicine Facility at 1650 Texas Ave. in  Bridge City. Your Medical Home is a network of clinicians, therapists, and healthcare providers that have teamed up to provide better continuity of care for their

Lamar State College Orange 2024 Ambassador Scholarship Program Applications Available

Lamar State College Orange 2024 Ambassador Scholarship Program Applications Available

October 16, 2023

Lamar State College Orange is proud to offer exceptional students the prestigious Ambassador Scholarship. Ambassador scholars receive full tuition for one year, up to 15 hours per semester, worth up to $4,000 for one year. They also have access to networking opportunities on campus and in the community and leadership and skills development. Three are

2023 Fall and Halloween Festivities

2023 Fall and Halloween Festivities

October 12, 2023

  Take a look at all the Fall Festivities and Halloween Happenings in Orange County this year! Are you planning your Trunk or Treat event for 2023? If so, we’d love to list it in our article about Halloween Festivities in Orange County. Please send details (press release, flyer, or link to Facebook event page)

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