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
December 21, 2022
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Stark Museum of Art to Host Afterschool Art Program in January
The Stark Museum of Art will give students the opportunity to sharpen their drawing skills in January. During this four-week class, Fundamentals of Prismacolor Colored Pencils, students in 5th-8th grade will learn how to layer color using Prismacolor Colored Pencils. Students will learn how to properly hold a pencil, how to draw and shade, and… Keep Reading
December 20, 2022
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Lamar State College Orange Announces Significant Enrollment Growth
Lamar State College-Orange (LSCO) announced today that its Fall enrollment of 2,629 students is the highest since 2012. This represents an 11.7% increase in enrollment from last Fall. Enrollment at LSCO has grown by creating new academic and vocational programs as well as expanding to 8-Week Terms. Additionally, more dual credit students in area high… Keep Reading
December 20, 2022
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Cities Report Holiday Closures
For the city of Orange: In observance of the Christmas holiday, the City of Orange will be closed Friday, December 23, and Monday, December 26. As always, the City of Orange Police and Fire Departments will be on duty to keep the community safe. City of Orange offices will reopen for business Tuesday, December 27…. Keep Reading
December 19, 2022
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Artic Cold Temps Arriving Just in Time for Christmas
According to KBMT’s meteorologist Patrick Vaughn, an Arctic cold front will drive through SE Texas late Thursday. Temperatures will plummet Thursday night, with winds gusting to nearly 40 mph. In the Golden Triangle on Friday morning, temperatures will be in the middle to upper teens. Wind chills will be in the single digits, and there… Keep Reading
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Green Thumb Unlimited
September 19, 2023
On September 12, 2023, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Green Thumb Unlimited at 200 N Main St. in Vidor. Green Thumb Unlimited offers six stores in one, including a garden center, signs, banners, decals, custom picture framing, trophies, and engraving. Business hours are as follows: Monday – Thursday:8:30 AM – 5:30
September Adulting 101 Program to Focus on Mental Health
September 18, 2023
On the third Tuesday of each month from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, the Orange Public Library hosts “Adulting 101”, a program designed to introduce an “adulting” skill. Join Region 5 Education Service Center on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for a presentation on “Caring for Your Mental Health.” This
Orange Rec Center Announces Co-ed 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
September 18, 2023
The City of Orange Recreation Center, located at 1405 W. Orange Ave. in Orange is excited to announce the Co-Ed Youth 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. On Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 10 AM, the Rec Center will host a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for all 5th – 8th graders in the City of Orange! Winners of the
New Banners Unveiled in Bridge City
September 14, 2023
Drivers traveling through Bridge City may notice new banners hanging along Texas Ave and Roundbunch Rd. The banners came about as a part of a group effort that included the City of Bridge City, Bridge City-Orangefield Rotary Club, and Bridge City Chamber, which joined in partnership together to make Bridge City a better place.
Beats and Bites Event Features Britt Godwin
September 14, 2023
The City of Orange Convention and Visitor’s Bureaus invites local residents to soak up some of the last days of summer at Beats and Bites on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 4 – 6 p.m. at Memorial Field! Enjoy yard games, an ice cream truck, and live music by Britt Godwin & Co.! Coolers and
LCM Students Recognized as Hometown Heroes
September 13, 2023
At the Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD High School Pep Rally on September 8, 2023, City of Orange Mayor Larry Spears Jr. recognized a group of outstanding students as “Hometown Heroes.” After the Orange Bowl football game between the WOS Mustangs and LCM Battlin’ Bears last Friday, a handful of LCM students stayed behind to pick up
United Way of Orange County Announces 2023 Community Food Drive
September 13, 2023
United Way of Orange County is working to bring the community together to support those in need. Food insecurity is defined as “the state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food.” Many local food pantries are experiencing supply shortages, making it difficult for them to serve. In just one
Stark Museum to Host After School Art Program
September 12, 2023
The Stark Museum of Art will be hosting an Afterschool Art program on Thursdays from October 5-26, 2023. Build your drawing techniques by learning how to draw what you see. Students in 5th-8th grades will learn how to create realistic pencil drawings successfully during this four-week class. Students will refine drawing skills by practicing hand-eye
Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Up In Hair
September 12, 2023
On September 8, 2023, the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Up In Hair at 985-C W Round Bunch Rd. in Bridge City. They offer services for men, women, and children. Appointments are available through the Book Now button on their Facebook page. Their hours of operation are: Tuesday- Friday from 10:00
Orange County Meals on Wheels to Host Game Night
September 11, 2023
Orange County Meals on Wheels will be hosting a Friday Night Game Night Battle of the Businesses on Friday, September 15, 2023. The Game Night will be organized Family Feud style. To donate, scan the QR code in the flyer below.