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
July 18, 2022
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Orange County Master Gardener Classes Begin in August
The Orange County Master Gardener training classes will begin Thursday, August 26, 2022, at 6:00 pm at the Expo Center at 11475 FM1442 in Orange. The requirements for the certification are 50 hours of education and 50 hours of volunteer time. The classes will meet on Thursdays with speakers and programs about gardening that count… Keep Reading
July 14, 2022
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Hotel Motel Tax Funds Available For Grants to Non-Profits
The City of Orange Hotel/Motel Tax Committee has released applications for non-profit entities within the City of Orange to apply for a portion of the City’s Hotel/Motel Tax funds. Any 501 (C) organization in the City of Orange that attracts visitors to the City of Orange, Texas can submit applications to the committee. Under Section… Keep Reading
July 14, 2022
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TWC Presents $208,000 Jet Grant Check to LSCO
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) held a press conference on July 13, 2022, at Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) to announce the funding of a $208,741 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant for LSCO’s Nursing and Health-related Programs. The JET Grant funds are supporting the training of over 250 students in the Registered Nursing,… Keep Reading
July 13, 2022
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Vidor Sunday Market Planned for July 17
Two local women are kicking off a new event in Vidor, the Vidor Sunday Market. The Vidor Sunday market is an artisan-driven open-air vendor market featuring local creative vendors, small businesses, food, and entertainment. The Sunday Market Vidor location is 1140 N Main St. in Vidor next to Hushpuppy! April Garcia and Buffie Scott Champagne… Keep Reading
Orange Rec Center Now Offers Pickleball and Indoor Soccer
September 27, 2023
The City of Orange Recreation Center has updated the schedule to include Indoor Pickleball and Indoor Soccer. Indoor Pickleball will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Indoor Soccer will be offered on Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Please see their Facebook page for more info.
WestRock Donates Rotating Equipment to LSCO
September 27, 2023
With the influx of high-paying trade jobs on the upper Texas coast, Lamar State College Orange (LCSO) is seeing unprecedented growth in its technical training programs. With the rapid growth comes a need for industry-relevant hands-on learning opportunities. By providing equipment for students to work on, industry partners can help bridge the current generational skills
Stark Museum of Art Hosting Create Workshop
September 26, 2023
Create a landscape drawing using only lines at the October 14, 2023 CREATE! Workshop: Linear Landscape from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Stark Museum of Art. Each participant will create their own original oversized 12″x19″ drawing. All materials will be included with the $5 material fee. CREATE! Workshops are recommended for ages 8 and up
Bridge City Chamber of Commerce Taking Applications for 14th Annual Christmas Light Parade
September 26, 2023
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is taking applications for the 14th Annual Christmas Lights Parade, scheduled for December 2, 2023, at 6 PM. A Mayor’s Trophy and a $200 prize will be awarded to the best “Safari-themed Christmas” entry. However, decorating in theme is not required to participate. The entry fee is one new
City of West Orange Seeks Vendors for 2023 Holiday in the Park and Car Show
September 25, 2023
Are you a crafty and creative person? Do you like to cook good food for lots of people? Do you have a “fine ride” that you would like to show off to the community? If you answered “yes” to any of these, then West Orange’s 2023 Holiday in the Park is the place for you!
Texas Workforce Commission Grants Over $400,000 in Job Training Funds
September 21, 2023
The Texas Workforce Commission presented checks to seven local schools on September 14, 2023, including Lamar State College Orange. Lamar State College Orange President Dr. Thomas Johnson spoke about the programs these grants totaling $434,591 helped to fund. The first grant of $159,780 was used for the purchase of a construction crane and heavy equipment
Shangri La Opens 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival Registrations
September 21, 2023
Shangri La Gardens has opened registration to participate in the 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival, scheduled for Oct. 10-28, 2023. Celebrate the changing season at the 13th Annual Scarecrow Festival, featuring dozens of unique scarecrow designs, fall flowering displays, thousands of pumpkins, and autumn decorations displayed throughout the gardens. See what the talented members of the
Stark Museum of Art to Offer Adult Studio Class
September 20, 2023
Develop your ability to create observational drawings from life. During this three-week class, you will learn how to create representational pencil drawings of a Western still-life scene successfully. Participants will explore sighting techniques and compositional choices, as well as improve their ability to depict form, light, and shadow, as well as complete a 14″x17″ still
Storytime Returns to the Orange Public Library
September 20, 2023
Storytime returns to the Orange Public Library every Wednesday morning from September 13 – December 13, 2023, at 220 5th St. in Orange. Early Literacy: 10:15 – 10:45 am Preschool Storytime is designed for 3 – 5-year-olds. Children enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger puppet plays, and more during this time. Lapsit: 11:00 –
New Banners Added to Orange’s Riverfront Boardwalk
September 19, 2023
As part of the beautification efforts for the City of Orange, the Riverfront Boardwalk & Pavilion has new banners lining the perimeter of the grounds around 5th and Division Streets. Established in 2013, the Riverfront Boardwalk & Pavilion downtown has been a space for concerts, outdoor movies, festivals, car shows, and many other events over