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Doneane Beckcom looks toward goals after winning Port Arthur City Council runoff election

Less than 48 hours after being declared the new City Councilperson for District 3, Doneane Beckcom already lined up several priorities for her upcoming term. ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Tuesday, June 27, 2023 12:36 am

Local

Corporate partners team with college to plan bigger 4th of July on the Seawall fun

The City of Port Arthur and Lamar State College Port Arthur are joining once again to host a three-hour-long Fourth of July event. Only, organizers ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Tuesday, June 27, 2023 12:34 am

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Local non-profit needs your help to provide kids with back-to-school essentials

Prior to the pandemic, New Beginnings Ministries would spend one day every week in July with the children of Port Arthur. The Christian-based nonprofit would ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Sunday, June 25, 2023 12:28 am

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National company considering Port Arthur to launch college prep, financial education program

David Adefeso said people often wonder why someone like him and his former NBA star business partner have started working on the student debt crisis ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Saturday, June 24, 2023 12:44 am

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HOMETOWN HEROES — Firefighters battle more than flames; talk life-saving actions

For some, the desire to help others overshadows the need for self-preservation. That’s how Port Arthur Fire Department Capt. Ian Bryant described the May 20 ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, June 23, 2023 12:40 am

Columns

Local chef teaching families how to cook flavorful, affordable meals

There are some people who immediately fill you with comfort without saying a word. Jennifer Caldwell is one of those people. From the bright colors ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, June 23, 2023 12:04 am

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Free prom fun planned for those 50 and older Friday in Port Arthur

Port Arthur residents 50 and older have a chance to dress up and spend the evening out for the city’s annual Senior Prom tonight. “A ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, June 22, 2023 3:57 pm

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Firefighter injured in Wednesday night house fire, authorities note trend with recent blazes

A firefighter is recovering after he was injured in a Wednesday night fire at a vacant house. Port Arthur Fire Chief Greg Benson said the ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, June 22, 2023 11:26 am

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Port Arthur hears proposals from ambulance providers; city leaders considering options

The City of Port Arthur will retain the use of Acadian Ambulance Service for an additional 30 days after hearing proposals this week from two ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, June 22, 2023 12:40 am

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Carter Center officials prepping for 23rd back-to-school giveaway

Officials at the Willie Carter Outreach Center are preparing for their largest event of the year — the 23rd annual back-to-school giveaway. “We are fully ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, June 22, 2023 12:28 am

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