Signs in the window and activity at the West Orange location of Payless Shoe Store on MacArthur Drive raise hope for shoppers.

The location is accepting applications at this time.

“Go online and apply for the Port Arthur area,” a representative said when a number on the sign was called.

Hiring and training will take place at a Port Arthur location while the Orange location undergoes renovations.

The store was affected by Hurricane Harvey and has remained closed since.