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Port Neches Chamber, RiverFest leadership sees changes
PORT NECHES — Crystal Jordan has led the Port Neches Chamber of Commerce as executive director for almost two years though ribbon cuttings, monthly networking coffees, business events and RiverFest. She will formally say goodbye to the position at the end of this week as she moves on to a different job. Jordan made the […] The post Port Neches Chamber, RiverFest leadership sees changes appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Weatherization program aims at energy efficiency in Port Arthur; see how to apply for free outreach
A partnership between Entergy Texas and Habitat for Humanity of Jefferson County is providing weatherization to more than 200 homes in Port Arthur. The program kicked off Wednesday as representatives of the organizations and city officials gathered at Barbara Jacket Park to announce their partnership to help make homes more energy efficient and sustainable during […] The post Weatherization program aims at energy efficiency in Port Arthur; see how to apply for free outreach appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Arthur Linking Military Sisters celebrates outreach milestones
Port Arthur Linking Military Sisters celebrated their anniversary by joining this week in the food distribution at Empowerment Church, 3600 Memorial Blvd. in Port Arthur. Dr. Janice Milo, pastor at Empowerment Church and president of PALMS, welcomed her sisters on the 1-year anniversary of their chapter. The ladies are also celebrating Women Veterans Day, signed […] The post Port Arthur Linking Military Sisters celebrates outreach milestones appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Playtime for pooches: Rogers Park dog park set to open June 17
Beaumont — The long-awaited Rogers Park dog park in Beaumont is set to open Monday, June 17, according to the city. A ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. that day. It's part of the city's capital improvement plan. Workers put down the remaining sod...
3rd Annual Juneteenth Festival kicks off this weekend in Orange
Krewe De Onyx Events is hosting its 3rd Annual Juneteenth Festival this weekend in Orange. The fun is planned Saturday and Sunday. The public is invited to join the celebration at Riverside Pavilion, 708 Simmons Drive, from 4 to 10 p.m. each day. The fun includes live music, DJ entertainment, food and market vendors, and […] The post 3rd Annual Juneteenth Festival kicks off this weekend in Orange appeared first on Orange Leader.
Timeline for lease of marina buildings not yet set; Port Arthur shares some Pleasure Island benchmarks
There is no set timeline for work to begin on a restaurant and adjacent storage inside the marina on Pleasure Island. The previous tenants of the buildings, Port Arthur Yacht Club, were given an extension on when to vacate the property they have been at for more than 50 years. That date is Aug. 29, […] The post Timeline for lease of marina buildings not yet set; Port Arthur shares some Pleasure Island benchmarks appeared first on Port Arthur News.
PHOTO FEATURE — Packed Port Arthur house enjoys contractors update
Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Joe Tant welcomed a packed house to the Contractors Business Development Group Meeting at the Carl Parker Center on the campus of Lamar State College Port Arthur. The Speaker lineup included Kelly Prasser, Director of External Affairs at PA-LNG; Lon Smith, Project Manager of Bechtel Energy […] The post PHOTO FEATURE — Packed Port Arthur house enjoys contractors update appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Aftermath of Gilbert Building fire still impacting downtown Beaumont businesses
BEAUMONT, Texas — Parts of downtown Beaumont remain closed off after the historic Gilbert Building went up in flames last Thursday, and now it's impacting businesses. "It has absolutely had an impact on business," said Megan Cobb, owner of Taluka Trades. Cobb opened Taluka Trades in March and she...
Following fire, Gilbert Building owner pushes back saying city should do more
BEAUMONT, Texas — Tom Flanagan, a developer who has purchased about 18 buildings in Beaumont, is pushing back after last Thursday's Gilbert Building fire. "If you have a house and someone pries your door open, and then they do it again, are you cited for that? Or if they break through your window, and you board it up or replace it, and they break it again, we have windows broken almost every day," said Flanagan.
Sabine Neches Chiefs' Association awards $15k to LIT public service and safety programs
BEAUMONT, Texas — The Sabine Neches Chiefs’ Association has awarded $15,000 to Lamar Institute of Technology public service and safety programs. LIT's public service and safety programs include the regional police and fire academies, criminal justice, crime scene technician, EMS and emergency management. Sabine Neches Chiefs' Association has...
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