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 24, 2020
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Small Business Administration Offering Low-Cost Loans to Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Texas small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently… Keep Reading
March 23, 2020
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First Case of COVID-19 Reported in Orange County
On Sunday, March 22, 2020, Orange County received confirmation of its 1st positive case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID19) in an Orange County resident. This individual is currently quarantined at home and cooperating with the direction of the health department. Quarantine procedures include persons with COVID-19 staying home for at least 14 days, monitoring their… Keep Reading
March 23, 2020
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COVID-19 Regional Call Center Opens
The COVID-19 Regional Call Center is open to take calls from people who have symptoms of the disease. This center serves Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, Jasper, and Newton Counties. Individuals who meet testing criteria will be sent to a mobile testing site. If a person has the symptoms, they will be directed to a testing site…. Keep Reading
March 21, 2020
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SETX Takeout Blitz
In light of Governor Abbott’s latest press conference announcing the closing of our restaurants until April 3rd, Orange Worthy News and Local Events has compiled a useful list of restaurants throughout the region who offer take out. This is a very crucial time during this unprecedented event- which is why our local businesses, especially our… 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