Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension of Orange County will hold free Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes. Join them in learning how to prevent and control your type 2 diabetes, eat healthily, and much more to control your diabetes. The series will last for 5 classes on January 11, 18, 25, and February 1 and 8, 2024, and will be from 2-4 PM. They will be held at the Neighborhood Facility Building at 303 N. 8th St. in Orange. To get the full educational benefit, you must attend...
The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, in partnership with the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, will be hosting the 20th Annual Mardi Gras on the Sabine on February 2nd - 3rd at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 709 Simmons Drive. Food and drink vendors will be on-site throughout the festivities. Please note, no dogs or pets will be allowed at the Riverside Pavilion. For parade applications or additional information concerning the Mardi Gras festivities,...
There will be a NAACP MLK March to be held on Monday, January 15, 2024. The theme for the March is "Communities in Action, Empowering the Dream", the March will begin at Salem UMC located at 402 W. John Ave in Orange and conclude at the Riverfront Boardwalk and Pavilion at 801 W. Division in Orange. We will gather at 9:30 am and begin the March at 10:00 am. No vehicles are allowed. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes; bring your MLK signs and singing voices. All are welcome to...
Put your pickleball skills to the test. On Saturday, January 20th the Orange Recreation Center is hosting a Pickleball Tournament. Registration is free, and individuals can sign up for Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced levels of competition. Call the Rec at 409-883-1072 or send an email to [email protected] to sign up today and reserve your spot. *Register by Friday, January 12, 2024...
For many, the smell of sweet, peppery BBQ smoke evokes many memories, traditions and flavors. Whether smoking for a tailgate or family and friends, BBQ never ceases to provide the inviting comradery of cooking. Originating from leftover meat at meat markets smoked in the ground with hot coals, BBQ and meat smoking methods have evolved over centuries while never losing their value, only expanding it. More importantly, the tradition of meat smoking has made itself a staple in...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Bry Salazar with Bridge City ISD has been named December Employee of the Month....
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has announced that the December Student of the Month for Bridge City is Ester Saldana. Ester is ranked 31 of 199 with a GPA of 4.4...
The Orangefield HOSA-Future Health Professionals student organization along with the Health Science classes made Christmas cards and collected items to be donated to local long term living facilities, Focused Care and Stonewood. The HOSA officers delivered the items that will be used to spread holiday cheer. We wish the residents and staff a very Merry Christmas from OHS....
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Friends of the Bridge City Library has been named Business of the Month for December 2023. They were presented an award at the December Networking Coffee hosted by Bridge City High School....
Orangefield High School FCCLA teamed up with Interact for a joint community service project. They spent the first Thursday of December volunteering. They started the morning at the annual Granger Food Drive, loading and unloading cans to stock the pantries at the Salvation Army and Orange Christian Services. After spending the morning at Granger Chevrolet, they moved over to downtown Orange to tour the beautifully restored home of Kenneth and Beth Wheeler and the historic...
The Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club has named Jordan Whisenant as their Orangefield Student of Month for December. Jordan ranks 49 out of her class of 116 and has a GPA of 3.60. She will receive an Associate Degree inGeneral Studies in August from LSCU and then will attend Tarleton State University to pursue a degree in Nursing. Pictured are Rotarian -Eric Andrus, Aunt -Jacalyn Mires, Grandmother -Gladys LeDoux, Parents - Heather and Tim Whisenant, Baby brother -Waylon...
The Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club named Gabriela LeBlanc as their Bridge City Student of the Month. Gabby ranks 79 out 199 students and has a GPA of 4.00. She plans to attend the University of North Texas and major in Fashion Design and Minor in Communications....
The Orangefield High School Honors English I class went to the Lutcher Theatre to see the Texas Shakespeare Festival Roadshow Tour’s rendition of "The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet" to view a live performance for their drama unit in class....
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites the public to a day of merriment during their annual event, Dreaming of a Green Christmas, on Saturday, December 16. This day of family friendly holiday fun marks an opportunity for visitors to enjoy hands-on activities amongst the festive landscape. The magically transformed botanical gardens feature seasonal decorations, holiday flowering displays and unique, community-decorated Christmas trees. The festivities begin at...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is announced that the December Student of the Month for Orangefield is Kyle Michael. He is ranked 29 of 116 and has a GPA: 4.10....
The Stark Foundation is pleased to announce its holiday initiative, spreading the joy of the season by hosting charitable food drives and pajama collections across their cultural venues in Orange, Texas. As part of their commitment to community, the Stark Foundation aims to uplift the spirits and support those in need during this special time of the year. The Lutcher Theater, Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center and The W.H. Stark House will serve as focal points for...
Mrs. Bellard's Business Information Management students have completed more certification exams this month. Congratulations to these students on earning their certifications....
Shangri La Gardens is proud to announce a new offering during their annual Christmas Strolls; a Senior, Mobility Friendly and Sensory Sensitivity Hour will be held on Tuesday evenings from 5-6 p.m. Guests with mobility challenges and sensory sensitivities, as well as their caregivers and families, are invited to enjoy Christmas at Shangri La Gardens during a special hour. Admission to Shangri La Gardens is free of charge. "This hour is designed to eliminate the stress of...
Sabine Federal Credit Union (Sabine FCU) is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest branch in Beaumont, Texas, set to open its doors in early 2024. This expansion marks a significant milestone for Sabine FCU as we proudly exist to nurture financial growth and build prosperity by cultivating relationships and providing exceptional products and services for any stage of life. The new branch, located at the corner of Gladys and Major (8255 Gladys), reflects Sabine FCU's...
Orangefield High School students in the Child Development and Patient Care Technician courses traveled to LSCO for some hands-on learning. Students were able to participate in the simulation of a delivery and infant care after birth, as well as pediatric and adult simulation scenarios. The students greatly enjoyed the opportunity to put some of their classroom learning to the test. Thank you to the LSCO Nursing Department for welcoming us and investing in our...
Santa Claus made his annual pre-Christmas Day visit to West Orange on Monday. Santa traded his sleigh and eight reindeers for a blue and silver fire truck to arrive at the West Orange City Hall. Children gave their Christmas wishes to Santa as he sat in a big chair in front of the dais of the city council. Each child was given a treat bag after their meeting with Santa. Adults got some treats with tasty punch and cookies for everyone. Prior to Santa's big arrival Municipal...
Smartphone technology gives donors the option to use Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo or PayPal Orange, Texas (November 27, 2023) –The Salvation Army of Orange is making it easy for donors to give at the Red Kettle this Christmas season. Smart chips and QR codes have been added to the Red Kettle signs, providing convenience for shoppers to donate digitally. Donors can easily use their smartphones to "bump" or scan the QR codes, making it more accessible for people who may not c...
Ring in the holiday season with a day filled with merriment, joy and festive cheer at Christmas Downtown in Orange, Texas. On Saturday, December 2, the heart of Orange will transform into a holiday wonderland, welcoming the community to revel in a day packed with free family fun! The festivities commence with the much anticipated Santa Breakfast, a delightful gathering where families can gather in the company of the one and only Santa Claus himself at Spanky's Bar & Grill...
Get ready to usher in the holiday season with a day filled with merriment, joy and festive cheer at Christmas Downtown in Orange, Texas. On Saturday, December 2, the heart of Orange will transform into a holiday wonderland, welcoming the community to revel in a day packed with free family fun! The festivities commence with the much anticipated Santa Breakfast, a delightful gathering where families can gather in the company of the one and only Santa Claus himself at Spanky's Ba...
The Tiger Rock Martial Arts Fall District Tournament was held on November 10th and 11th, 2023 at the Bridge City Elementary School gym and cafeteria. Tiger Rock students from all over the Golden Triangle, Lumberton and Winnie completed for medals in four competitions Traditional Forms, Sport Sparring, Player Two Sparring and Board Breaking. Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City brought 29 competitors ranging in age from 4 through 63 years old. The Bridge City academy...
