Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Due to the forecasted inclement weather and freezing temperatures, all non- emergency Orange County offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The decision has been made in the interest of public safety and in response to anticipated hazardous road conditions. The county urges all residents to stay home and avoid travel during this time, as roadways, bridges, and overpasses are expected to ice over, making travel dangerous. Citizens should only travel if absolutely necessary and...
Orange County Road and Bridge officials are advising the public that the East Roundbunch swing bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at approximately 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 19th, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather and will reopen on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The weather conditions may include ice and sleet, which could make the bridge and surrounding roads hazardous for travel. Officials will continue to monitor the weather and assess road and bridge conditions throughout the week. Motorists...
This week session began! It will be an exciting and fast-paced 140 days. We will do our best to keep East Texans informed about the goings on in Austin. Here are five things happening around your state: 1. 89th Legislative Session begins On January 14, 2025, the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature began at noon. On the Senate side, members who successfully won in the general election were sworn in. There are three brand new members of the Senate: Senators Molly...
Next Generation Orange County (NGOC) is a young professionals' organization affiliated with the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, designed for individuals aged 21 to 40. They hold monthly meetings on the fourth Thursday of each month providing the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals, share ideas, and build relationships that strengthen our community. Membership is available to those who are either members of the Chamber or employed by a...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held their monthly coffee at the Orangefield Cormier Museum. The networking events gives local businesses the opportunity to interact with each other over a continental breakfast. Mucas Tire Shop was named Bridge City Chamber Business of the Month for January. Ethan McAdams was named Student of the Month for Bridge City High School. Ethan is ranked 115 of 211 with a GPA of 3.7. Pictured:, Dr. Amanda James, Nathan Fowler, Mia McAdams,...