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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

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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

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

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

Port Arthur shows up to protest the shutdown of Tax Office

BEAUMONT — Various Port Arthur citizens, figures and elected officials attended the Jefferson County Commissioners Court Tuesday morning to protest the Tax Assessor’s decision to temporarily close the Tax Office in Port Arthur. Many fear that the temporary closure will lead to a more permanent closure with many local residents unable to travel to Mid County, where the next closest office is located. “That’s the question we need to ask, ‘Why? ’…Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur Read Article

Mayor-Elect Moses offers thanks, looks to future

Next week Port Arthur Mayor-Elect Charlotte Moses will take the oath of office and begin her duties as mayor. This isn’t her first time on city council or in a leadership position; she previously served as councilwoman and on the Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation board. She’s also First Lady at Christian Faith Missionary Baptist Church, founded Charlotte’s Cupboard food pantry and is executive director of Women of Virtue Inc. to nam…Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur Read Article

PAISD: Memorial Principal Small moves on to Bastrop ISD, Murphy to take helm

Port Arthur Independent School District has released the name of the new principal for Memorial High School — Dr. Angel Murphy. Murphy will lead the high school’s 9-12 grade campus. “Dr. Murphy has been a dedicated leader for the past eight years as the Memorial NInth Grade Academy principal. Her experience, commitment, and proven leadership make her an excellent fit to lead our campus into the future,” according to information from PAISD. “…Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur Read Article

Winnie woman sentenced to 40 years for 2022 killing of teen

A 28-year-old Winnie woman was sentenced to 40 years after she pled guilty to the 2022 fatal shooting of a 16-year-old female. Chelsea Ann-Marie Shipp pled guilty to the murder of Kayelynn Nicole Stone on Judge John Stevens Criminal District Court Friday. According to the probable cause affidavit Shipp shot and killed 16-year-old Katelynn Stone on March 26, 2022. Stone, of Vidor, had turned 16 less than one month prior. Through witness state…Port Arthur, Texas · Port Arthur Read Article

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