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Leading Lady Honorees introduced ahead of Diamond Conference

Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur

Leading Lady Honorees introduced ahead of Diamond Conference

Seven local women from different walks of life stood shoulder to shoulder amid a backdrop of pastel colored balloons and pink sequined curtain as family, friends and well wishers snapped photos Thursday at the Museum of the Gulf Coast. The women; Sharon Adams, Martha Cruz Lara, Debbie Perkins, Harriet Collins, Krystal Seymour, Lou Richard, and Phuong Tat have all made a positive impact on others. They were named as this year’s Christian Faith …Read Article

Nederland City Council unanimously approves forensic audit

Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur

Nederland City Council unanimously approves forensic audit

NEDERLAND — The Nederland City Council voted unanimously to initiate a search for an independent forensic auditing firm in an effort to improve transparency and accountability in the city. This vote was not based on any specific action or presumption of wrongdoing, according to Councilmember Britton Jones. “A forensic audit would bring clarity to past financial practices and serve as a benchmark for current and future city leadership. It wou…Read Article

Groves adopts temporary golf cart ordinance

Golf · Port Arthur

Groves adopts temporary golf cart ordinance

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Groves Police Department swears in 2 new officers

GROVES — Groves Police Department swore in two new police officers, Wren Miller and John Becerra-Silva. Both officers have completed their training at the Lamar Institute of Technology’s Regional Police Academy. Miller and Becerra-Silva will begin their police career through the Field Training Program. The swearing-in ceremony occurred June 6 and meals were provided by the Groves Chick-fil-A. The post Groves Police Department swears in 2 new …Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur Read Article

Sacred Heart Catholic Church to Celebrate 110th Anniversary

Sacred Heart Catholic Church will celebrate its 110th Anniversary at 10 a.m. June 22 with Bishop David Toups as the principal celebrant and Rev. Anthony Afangide. The church is located at 920 Booker T. Washington Ave. The theme is 110 Years of God’s Grace and Blessings. The celebration aims to honor the church’s rich history and bring the community together to inspire future generations, according to information from the church. During the S…Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur Read Article

La policía dispara mortalmente a un hombre tras herir a un agente de Beaumont que asistía a los bomberos en un incendio

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La policía de Beaumont investiga un tiroteo cerca de Fillmore St, relacionado con el incendio de una casa cercana.Beaumont, Texas · Beaumont Read Article

LUCIEN J. ADAMS JR.

Lucien J. Adams Jr., a native of Berwick and former resident of Morgan City, died May 22, 2025, at his home in Beaumont, Texas.Beaumont, Texas · Beaumont Read Article

Sharks in Port Arthur

“You’re going to need a bigger boat,” said Roy Scheider as Chief Brody in the iconic thriller, “Jaws.” Released in 1975, the Steven Spielberg film created an instant fear of sharks as beachgoers saSteven Spielberg · Port Arthur Read Article

Beaumont Police respond to report of officer-involved shooting in north end of city

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Beaumont Police respond to report of an officer-involved shooting near Bethlehem Ave. Updates to follow as information becomes available.Beaumont, Texas · Beaumont Read Article

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas to spend $6 Million to occupy 12,900 square feet of space in Beaumont Texas.

Beaumont, Texas — According to state and local development sources, Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas plans to invest $6,000,000.00 to build out 12,900 square feet of new space in Beaumont. The company plans to occupy the new space at 3240 Fannin St in Beaumont, on or about June 1, 2026. According to the company website Since 1949, Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas has continuously invested in the latest medical instruments, equipment, and…Beaumont, Texas · Beaumont Read Article

Judge Guillory offers lunch, talks and resources for community

Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Joseph Guillory II, is hosting a free and open lunch event for the community Friday, June 13, at the Jefferson County Sub-Courthouse with various resources and programs available for all. “I just want to be the connective tissue that brings people together,” said Guillory. “I want the citizens to feel comfortable asking for help.” The event is an effort to foster stronger connections between local government and…Justice · Port Arthur Read Article

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