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Juneteenth Celebration Set for June 15-16

in Events

Krewe De Onyx in the City of Orange, Texas, is excited to announce its annual Juneteenth Celebration, set to take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024, and Sunday, June 16, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in Orange, Texas. This event will feature live entertainment and community engagement, honoring the history and importance of Juneteenth.

Attendees can look forward to an energetic lineup of live music and performances by Perry Richard, Jeremey Fruge, Lil Nate, and Roi Anthony to kick off the festivities. Local favorite DJ Shocker Shawn will be on deck to keep the crowd pumped up. With a combination of music, dance, and entertainment, this celebration guarantees a memorable experience for all.

A variety of food trucks offering delicious cuisines will be present at the event for guests to indulge in. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and picnic blankets for a relaxing experience.

To ensure a secure environment, alcohol and pets will not be permitted at the event. Barbecue pits and cooking equipment are only allowed for pre-approved vendors. All vendors and booths must be pre-registered to participate.

Admission is free and open to the public, so gather your friends and family to join in the celebration! Krewe De Onyx extends its appreciation to the City of Orange and the EDC and sponsors Granger Chevrolet, The Crawfish Hole, DOW, and Golden Triangle Polymer for their generous support and unwavering commitment to the community.

For more info, visit their Facebook page.

Southeast Texas Braces for Hurricane Season with Major Infrastructure Projects

in Local Roundup

As hurricane season approaches, Southeast Texas is on high alert, keeping a watchful eye on the Gulf of Mexico for any signs of developing storms.

“It’s not if another hurricane occurs, it’s simply a matter of when we get another hurricane,” said Congressman Randy Weber.

Officials are predicting an especially active hurricane season, prompting Southeast Texas leaders to take significant measures to mitigate potential damage.

“So the Galveston district has two coastal storm risk management projects that we’re currently working on the Texas coast. The first one we’ve been active in for several years, and that’s called the Sabine Pass to Galveston Bay project. That project has three separable elements. One is in Port Arthur, one is in Orange, and one is in Freeport, Texas,” explained Rhett Blackmon, District Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Orange County has allocated $2.39 billion towards its portion of the project. Over the past two decades, the Gulf Coast has been repeatedly struck by hurricanes, prompting Congressman Randy Weber to support a separate project aimed at protecting the coast.

“This actually is the first federal dollars being allocated to the ‘Ike dike’ or coastal barrier protection, meaning that they can get started,” Weber said.

The Coastal Project, informally known as the “Ike Dike,” aims to protect hundreds of miles of the Texas Gulf Coast. Equally significant is the project targeting Orange and Jefferson County, officially named the “Sabine Pass to Galveston Bay Project.”

“The Orange project is going to include some flood walls, it’ll include some levees, both of those are intended to prevent the coastal storm surge from inundating inland areas,” Blackmon noted.

These projects are expected to significantly bolster Texas’ infrastructure against hurricanes.

“There’s a lot going on. And what we’re really doing is setting the conditions to make sure that we’re building the right project,” Blackmon added.

With these extensive initiatives, Texas aims to better manage the impact of destructive storms and enhance safety during hurricane season.

28th Annual Cops and Kids Picnic Scheduled for June 7

in Government

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office 28th Annual Cops and Kids Picnic is scheduled for June 7, 2024, from 10 AM – 2 PM at Claiborne West Park, located off of Interstate 10 12 miles west of Orange.

The event will include free food and rides, picnic fun games, as well as visits from members of emergency services. The menu includes hotdogs, chips, drinks, and watermelons.

Contact the Sheriff’s Office at (409) 882-7946 for more information.

LBS Event Center Opens in Bridge City

in Business

LBS BBQ, located at 2005 FM 408 Bridge City, has opened its event center. What started as a temporary move turned into something extraordinary.

They have transformed the once-temporary space into a hub of possibilities. From state-of-the-art conference rooms equipped for virtual meetings and state-of-the-art technology to a versatile chapel-turned-event space perfect for any occasion, they’ve got it all covered! Tables and chairs are included, and on-site catering is available.

They are currently taking bookings for their Hickory Galley, Pitmasters Parlor & Charcoal Corner, and Grillside Gathering,

For more info, call them at 409-988-9152 or visit their Facebook page.

Vidor Chamber Hosts Ribbon-Cutting for Vidor Nutrition

in Local Roundup

The Vidor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting on May 30, 2024, for Vidor Nutrition by Angie Lane, located at 3085 TX-12, Suite 2, in Vidor, which is in the parking lot next to Secondhand Consignment and Benoit’s Louis Dance Hall.

They offer a variety of loaded teas, shakes, nutritional snacks, protein bowls, and feature to-go meals by Chef Jason Scott.

Hours of operation are as follows:

Monday 0 Friday 6 AM-5 PM
Saturday 8 AM-2 PM
Sunday Closed

For more info, call them at (409) 679-5068 or visit their Facebook page.

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