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
March 11, 2021
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Walk-in COVID Vaccines Available for Orange County Seniors on Saturday
Orange County will have a 65+ Walk-In Vaccination Clinic at the Orange County Expo Center located at 11475 FM 1442 this Saturday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The schedule is by the 1st letter of your last name. Please refer to the flyer below for your scheduled time. You have to be… Keep Reading
March 10, 2021
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Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River Returns to April 8-11 Date
The Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River, which was rescheduled for August, will return to its originally scheduled dates April 8-11 after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott rescinded mandates that would have dramatically reduced the number of fans permitted on-site. Previous Elite events in Orange, Texas have drawn record-breaking crowds – in three previous visits, the crowds… Keep Reading
March 10, 2021
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Orange City Council Approves Tax Abatement for Eagle Point Complex
Brad Rutledge with Orange Multi-Specialty Real Estate and partners with NexCore attended the Orange City Council meeting to discuss designating property within Eagle Point as a reinvestment zone for commercial/industrial tax abatement in the City of Orange. The Orange City Council unanimously approved the reinvestment zone for commercial tax abatement at Eagle Point. Eagle Point,… Keep Reading
March 10, 2021
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Jefferson County Bar Association Offers Legal Advice by Phone to Veterans
The Jefferson County Bar Association is offering free telephone legal advice for veterans and spouses of deceased veterans. This event is a public service of the Jefferson County Bar Association which is a part of a coalition of bar associations that provide pro bono legal services to U.S. veterans in 17 counties in Texas. Telephonic… Keep Reading
Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Kimberly Manning Images
September 11, 2023
On September 7, 2023, the Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Kimberly Manning Images. Owned by Kimberly Manning, Kimberly Manning Images specializes in dramatic portraits, fine art photography, and professional headshots. She is based in Southeast Texas but travels throughout Texas, Louisiana, and beyond, providing styled sessions and vivid images for her clients.
SETRPC Offers 2023 Stabilization Assistance
September 7, 2023
South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) has stabilization assistance available for qualifying residents of Orange County for 2023. Applicants must be at or below the 200th percentile of the Federal Poverty Level in order to qualify for services (see chart below). Types of assistance include: Utilities: Electricity, Water and Gas Rent: Eviction Notice An
Cove Marina Boat & Storage Construction Nears Completion
September 7, 2023
Cove Marina & Boat Storage has completed the construction of the boat stalls and is working on stocking the inside of the store. They are located at 1804 S Mississippi Ave. in Orange. Owned by Jacqueline and Quinton Singleton of Orange, the marina will feature boat storage rentals, bait sales, kayak rentals, a boat launch,
Second Annual Christmas in Orangefield Opens Vendor and Sponsor Registrations
September 6, 2023
The Orangefield Fine Arts Boosters will hold its Second Annual Christmas in Orangefield Scholarship Fundraiser Festival on Saturday, December 16, 2023, from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. They will be set up in the spectator area adjacent to the field house and visitor concession stand at F.L. McClain Stadium located at Orangefield High School, 10058 FM 105
Texas A&M Agrilife to Host Cooking With Friends Program
September 6, 2023
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office will host a free adult class, Cooking With Friends in the Garden, on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 10 AM in the Field of Plenty, located at 2120 Wickard in Orange behind Orange Christian Services. The program will include cooking fresh produce from the garden and will be taught by
Bird Watching Wednesdays Resume at Shangri La
September 5, 2023
Do you want to learn about the birds that call Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center home? Join Shangri La to see the wonderful variety of residents and migratory birds the Gardens offer. Birders of all skill levels are invited to join us to explore birding locations at Shangri La Gardens. Each week, they
Bridge City Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Benevolence Distribution Center
September 5, 2023
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for Cowboy Church of Orange County’s Benevolence Team and Distribution Center on August 31, 2023, at 673 FM 1078 in Orange. The Benevolence Team and Distribution Center helps Orange County families with household and personal items for family members of all ages. They are open from
New Mexican Beverage Restaurant Opening in Vidor
September 4, 2023
A new beverage restaurant, Frescas Mx, is opening on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at 10 a.m. next to Jimmy Nick’s at 105 Sargent St. in Vidor. Owned by Vicki King, the restaurant will feature Mexican aguas frescas, fresh horchata, jamaica, pineapple, lemon, and tamarin waters. They will also have fruit cocktails, jericalla (Mexican custard), chocolate
Shangri La Hosting Volunteer Coffee Break
September 4, 2023
If you have enthusiasm for nature and local history that you’d like to share with others, or are interested in volunteering at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center but not sure where to start, you are invited to a coffee break with them and have all your volunteer questions answered. Meet and mingle with
Blessing Box Opens in West Orange
August 31, 2023
First Baptist Church of West Orange, located at 608 Dayton St. has given West Orange its first Blessing Box, thanks to a donation from Al Granger at Granger Chevrolet/Team Granger. The side of the box says, “Take what you need, Give what you can.” Mayor Pro Tem Meritta Kennedy headed up this initiative. Also pictured