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 10, 2020
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Texas Forestry Association Giving Away Seedlings
Texas Forestry Association (TFA) will be giving away seedlings on Wednesday, December 16, 2020, at the City of Orange Boat Ramp, 408 Pier Road, Orange, TX 77630, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Residents and businesses in Orange and surrounding areas are invited to come by and pick up a few trees for their yards…. Keep Reading
December 9, 2020
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Orange City Council Approves EDC Funding For New Tia Juanita’s Restaurant
The Orange City Council approved the Orange Economic Development Corporation to enter into an agreement with Tia Juanita’s for the expenditure of funds for infrastructure improvements in an amount not to exceed $125,000. Tia Juanita’s will be located at 2900 Sunset Drive in Orange, Texas. Owners Doug Clothier and Rusty Wilson made comments during the… Keep Reading
December 8, 2020
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Crockett Selected as Dean of Academic Studies at LSCO
Lamar State College Orange announces that Dr. Suzonne Crockett has been named Dean of Academic Studies for the campus. Dr. Crockett has held the title of Interim Dean of Academic Studies since August and her permanent title became official this week. “During her time as interim Dean of Academic Studies, Dr. Crockett has continued providing… Keep Reading
December 7, 2020
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Vidor City Hall Announces Holiday Schedule
Vidor City Hall will be closed on December 24, 25, and January 1, 2021. If you need to make a payment, please use the available online methods or the drop box located near the back door of city hall. The sanitation trucks will run on Christmas Eve, but will NOT run on Christmas Day. If… 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