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Port Arthur Police say arrests coming following shooting of 16-year-old local girl
The case involving the shooting of a 16-year-old girl Dec. 29 has been submitted to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office, and police expect to make arrests soon. Port Arthur Police Chief Tim Duriso said the case was submitted late last week and involved two suspects. One of the suspects is a male in his […] The post Port Arthur Police say arrests coming following shooting of 16-year-old local girl appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Arthur students excel at Top Teens of America event
Several Port Arthur Independent School District teens recently attended the Area Conference of Top Teens of America in Houston. Woodrow Wilson Early College High School students Paige Davis and Kalan Gardner Jr. made their debut as Miss and Mr. Top Teen, Port Arthur Chapter. The group also won second place in Outstanding Top Teen Program […] The post Port Arthur students excel at Top Teens of America event appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Golden Triangle Business Roundtable 2nd annual Spindletop Showdown BBQ Cook-Off
BEAUMONT — Local industrial companies competed in a BBQ cook-off hosted by Golden Triangle Business Roundtable (GTBR). The Spindletop Showdown BBQ Cook-off teams included employees from ExxonMobil, Cheniere, Motiva, Goodyear, and Valero, as well as local contractor organizations such as ISTC Constructors, Echo Group, Ohmstede, Newtron, Contractor Service and Fabrication, and many more.
Nederland Police searching for man they say is responsible for theft
NEDERLAND, Texas — Nederland Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man they say is responsible for a recent theft. On Monday, the man stole property from a residence in Nederland. The suspect has multiple tattoos and drives a multicolored Suzuki GSXR motorcycle. If you have...
Port Arthur man stabbed by neighbor at apartment complex, police say
A man stabbed Monday night at a Port Arthur apartment complex has filed charges against the alleged assailant, Port Arthur Police announced Tuesday. Port Arthur Police Department officers were called at approximately 11:30 p.m. to Prince Hall Apartments in the 1000 block of West 14th Street, where they found the victim outside with a stab […] The post Port Arthur man stabbed by neighbor at apartment complex, police say appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Carjacking Task Force targeting violent crime in Southeast Texas
During the evening of Oct. 6, a vehicle was taken at gunpoint in Port Arthur. At approximately 12:38 a.m. the next day, a Vidor Police Department officer patrolling eastbound Interstate 10 observed the same vehicle pass in excess of 120 mph. The officer initiated a traffic stop, at which time the vehicle attempted to evade […] The post Carjacking Task Force targeting violent crime in Southeast Texas appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Arthur ISD support center renovation full go; district leaders outline plans and timeline
The future home of Port Arthur Independent School District’s Support Center is abuzz with activity as crews transform the former Catholic high school and health center at 9th Avenue and Texas 73. The $13.1 million building project at 3601 Texas 73 is going to host a multitude of district services in one central location. They […] The post Port Arthur ISD support center renovation full go; district leaders outline plans and timeline appeared first on Port Arthur News.
CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Put creativity on your “bucket” list and upcycle
I love a good spring cleaning. But my sister’s clean out left me with some of her stuff to re-home. A silver-plated ice bucket from her wedding is now, decades later, holding my garden tools. It looks fancy and inspires me to get out there and do some work. Finding new uses for stuff is […] The post CULINARY THRILL SEEKING — Put creativity on your “bucket” list and upcycle appeared first on Port Arthur News.
PHOTO FEATURE — Criticism Team comes up extra positive
Memorial High School’s UIL Literary Criticism Team has done it again. The team placed first and is headed to Regionals on Friday. In addition, Gabriella Haley placed first individually and Arismel Reyes placed third. The post PHOTO FEATURE — Criticism Team comes up extra positive appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Stolen vehicle chase into Port Arthur and Groves leads to continued suspects search
A police pursuit from Bridge City that ended with a crash and two fleeing suspects is prompting law enforcement to seek the public’s help. Bridge City Police Captain Richard Teague said early Sunday morning officers attempted to stop a black Dodge Charger for speeding, but the vehicle instead traveled toward Port Arthur. Once in Jefferson […] The post Stolen vehicle chase into Port Arthur and Groves leads to continued suspects search appeared first on Port Arthur News.
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