Orange County celebrates 275th anniversary

ORANGE — An afternoon of festivities is planned today to mark Orange County’s 275th anniversary.

The fun begins at 4 p.m. with a commemoration on the courthouse steps. Following the ceremony, the Orange County High School chorus will perform at the train depot.

Also, the Orange Downtown Alliance will host a free blues concert. Walking tours of historic areas and an 8 p.m. fireworks display courtesy of Walmart will cap the evening.

For more information on the 275th anniversary events, contact Julie G. Jordan at (540) 661-3313, e-mail or go to visitorangevirginia.com.