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Governor Abbott Announces USG Corporation Expansion In Orange
05/14/2026 - Governor Greg Abbott today announced a USG Corporation production facility in Orange as a qualified project under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation (JETI) program. USG is expanding its presence in Texas with a new production facility that represents a $1.175 billion investment over the life of the project and... read more
Orange County Businesses and State Officials Highlight Growth, Retail Trends at EDC Luncheon
05/08/2026 - Regional leaders, state officials, and retail experts recently convened for the Orange EDC Development Luncheon: “Growth in Motion.” The event served as a platform to highlight small business expansion, evolving retail trends, and Orange County’s strengthening position within the broader Texas economy. Hosted at the Orange... read more
Orange County EDC to Host Economic Development Luncheon on May 5th
04/07/2026 - The Orange County Economic Development Corporation will host its upcoming Economic Development Luncheon on May 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Orange County Expo Center, bringing together business leaders, community stakeholders, and regional partners for an afternoon focused on growth and opportunity. Held in recognition of Economic... read more
Governor’s Small Business Summit Rolls Into Orange
04/25/2025 - The Governor’s Small Business Summit comes to Orange as part of efforts to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs succeed by giving them the information they need to grow their businesses. The Summit is part of a year-long effort to travel throughout Texas to help... read more
Invista To Continue HMD Production In Orange, TX
10/23/2024 - Press Releases INVISTA to continue HMD production in Orange, Texas October 23, 2024 ORANGE, Texas (Oct. 23, 2024) – INVISTA today announced it would continue hexamethylene diamine (HMD) production at its site in Orange, Texas. “Since last year’s announcement regarding ending adiponitrile (ADN) and HMD operations at our Orange site, multiple... read more
Tidal Grow Coming to Orange Texas
07/29/2024 - A new business that creates fertilizer is planning to build in Orange and their plan is to employ 40-50 people. Tidal-Grow is an alternative fertilizer company based in Washington. Recently they received a $2.3 million Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP) grant by the USDA to fund an expansion of fertilizer production... read more
The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) has announced Orange County as recipient for 2024 Workforce Excellence Award
06/06/2024 - News Release Texas Economic Development Council For Immediate Release June 6, 2024 The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) has announced the recipients of our 2024 Workforce Excellence Awards. Seven recipients have been awarded in their respective population categories. An additional fifteen nominees were recognized for their outstanding workforce projects. The Workforce Excellence Award... read more
Salute To Southeast Texas Workforce Month
02/06/2024 - Orange County EDC kicks off Salute to Southeast Texas Workforce Month! This initiative highlights the many organizations and activities that provide workforce related resources, training, education, or opportunities which benefits the county's goal of hiring and retaining local labor. Developing a skilled workforce for the future is so important... read more
CHRISTUS Hospital Orange held ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate upcoming opening
01/31/2024 - ORANGE, Texas — The Orange community will soon have a brand new hospital to serve their needs. Tuesday was the ribbon cutting ceremony was held by CHRISTUS Southeast Texas to celebrate the new facility. The state of the art hospital is located off of I10 on the 20-acre... read more
TEDC Honors Orange County Economic Development Corp with CEDA Award
10/12/2023 - News Release Texas Economic Development Council For more information contact: Mr. Carlton Schwab President/CEO Texas Economic Development Council (512) 480-8432 carlton@texasedc.org For Release October 12, 2023 TEDC Honors Cities with Community Economic Development Awards The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) has announced the recipients of its annual... read more