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
October 9, 2024
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Corks & Cultivate Program Coming to Free State Cellars Winery
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office of Orange County, in collaboration with Free State Cellars Winery, is excited to announce the Corks & Cultivate program, a unique blend of education and social connection taking place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the beautiful Free State Cellars Winery located at 4702 Tejas Parkway in Orange. Join… Keep Reading
October 8, 2024
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Bridge City Library Changes Hours
Bridge City Mayor David Rutledge has announced a change in the operating hours of the Bridge City Public Library. While the library will still be open for 35 hours per week, the new schedule, effective Tuesday, October 1, 2024, will include being open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Previously, the library operated… Keep Reading
October 8, 2024
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The Magic of Kevin Spencer: A Sensory-Inclusive Performance Comes to the Lutcher Theater
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts presents The Magic of Kevin Spencer: A Sensory-Inclusive Performance on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 11 a.m. The Magic of Kevin Spencer is designed to welcome audiences of all ages and abilities, offering a blend of illusion, storytelling, and interactive fun that ensures everyone can enjoy the wonders… Keep Reading
October 7, 2024
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Discover Job Opportunities at LSCO Fall Job Fair
Mark your calendars and get ready for our highly anticipated Fall Job Fair on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, hosted at the Shahan Event Center. From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., this event offers a fantastic opportunity for job seekers to explore full-time and part-time employment opportunities with local employers and connect with industry leaders. Admission… Keep Reading
LCMCISD to Add Air Conditioning to School Buses
August 31, 2023
The Superintendent and CFO of Little Cypress-Mauriceville Consolidated Independent School District (LCMCISD) have been working with the LCM Transportation Department for well over a year to get air conditioning (AC) put on all LCM route buses that do not currently have it. This was brought to the board last year and approved by the LCM
City of Orange Initiates Stage 2 Mandatory Water Shortage Conditions
August 30, 2023
The City of Orange has initiated Stage 2 of the Drought Contingency Plan. Stage 2 water restrictions are MANDATORY, and expand the voluntary Stage 1 restrictions to include other non-essential water usage regarding: Washing vehicles, except for commercial car washes and service stations Filling swimming pools and operating ornamental fountains Serving water at restaurants, except
Stark Museum Announces Second Annual College Juried Art Exhibition
August 30, 2023
The Stark Museum of Art is pleased to announce its second Annual College Juried Art Exhibition. The exhibition will feature original works of art from college and university students in Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. The exhibition will be held November 4, 2023 – December 21, 2023, in the Community Art Gallery at the Stark
Vidor Friendly Music Jam Scheduled for September 2
August 30, 2023
The City of Vidor will hold its first Vidor Music Friendly Jam on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Conn Park, 19161 I-10 in Vidor. The gates will open at 10:00 a.m. In 2016, the Texas Music Office (TMO) created the only Music Friendly Community Program in the US, now known as Music Friendly Texas, and
City of Orange Announces Drought Contingency Plan
August 29, 2023
During a drought, the City of Orange has a Drought Contingency Plan consisting of three stages: Mild, Moderate, and Severe. The plan contains information about the conditions under which each stage of the plan is to be initiated or terminated and the drought response measures to be implemented in each stage. To view the plan
ARLANXEO Applies for Designation as Enterprise Project
August 29, 2023
The Texas Enterprise Zone Program provides incentives designed to encourage private investment, job creation, job retention, and economic growth and development in an area. ARLANXEO, a leading supplier of synthetic elastomers located at 4647 FM 1006 in Orange, has applied for the designation of an Enterprise Project. Jonathan Doyle, Site Manager for ARLANXEO Orange, presented
Roadwork Beginning on SH87N at SH62 Starting August 29
August 28, 2023
Please be aware of a scheduled lane closure on SH87 northbound at the intersection of SH62 starting the week of August 29, 2023. Northbound traffic will be re-directed into one lane. This lane closure will last approximately 2 weeks. There will be temporary traffic signals in place to stop northbound traffic, allowing traffic off of
Stark Museum Opens Registration for Newest Create Workshop
August 28, 2023
Learn how to glaze a ceramic vase at the Stark Museum of Art’s next CREATE! Workshop held on Saturday, September 23, 2024, from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. CREATE! Workshops are recommended for ages 8 and up and are designed to be multi-generational, but please note that younger children may require additional assistance from their accompanying grown-ups.
New Whataburger is Being Built on 16th St.
August 28, 2023
A new Whataburger is coming to the City of Orange. Ground has broken on the project, located at 3124 N. 16th Street near the IH-10 intersection next to Starbucks. The other two locations of Whataburger in Orange, at 2300 MacArthur Dr. and 7241 I-10, will remain open and operating. Stay tuned for more updates as
Turning Entrance in Front of Walmart Restored
August 28, 2023
After receiving feedback from the community, Golden Triangle Polymers Company has coordinated with their contractor to restripe the lanes on SH87 in front of Walmart. Southbound traffic can now flow into the center lane to turn left into the Walmart shopping center for Wendy’s, Murphy’s, Walmart, and the red light at the intersection across from