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Madison Guilbeau’s transformation from Nederland malcontent to “shining star” graduate celebrated
NEDERLAND — Madison Guilbeau’s journey is what screenwriters call a hero’s journey; rise and fall and then redemption, Justice of the Peace Brad Burnett told a crowded courtroom Wednesday. Guilbeau, this year’s Shining Star Award recipient, was a “kind of a mess” when she entered her freshman year at Nederland High School, said Brandy Roy, […] The post Madison Guilbeau’s transformation from Nederland malcontent to “shining star” graduate celebrated appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Bechtel hosting 2 major hiring events this week; check out the details
Bechtel is looking to hire for more than 500 roles for the Port Arthur LNG construction project taking place in Sabine Pass. To do so, Bechtel is hosting a hiring event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Bob Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Drive. Jesse Kyle, recruitment supervisor, explained what organizers are […] The post Bechtel hosting 2 major hiring events this week; check out the details appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Early morning crash in Port Arthur kills one
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — A collision between two cars on 7th Street and Woodworth Boulevard in Port Arthur, resulted in the death of one person early Saturday morning. Port Arthur Police Department says that the crash happened at around 2 a.m. this morning. The driver of one of the...
How to protect your property after hail storms cause damage
ORANGEFIELD, Texas — Sunday's severe thunderstorm produced an intense hail storm that damaged many homes and cars across Southeast Texas. Southeast Texas doesn't get large hail often, so it's important to learn ways to protect our property and fix it if it does get damaged. An Orangefield woman says...
Free pipefitter pre-apprenticeship classes lead to local work; see how
Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas partnered with Digital Workforce Academy in January for a Pipefitter Helper Pre-Apprenticeship class that began with 15 students. 13 students have graduated from the program and are now certified by the National Center for Construction Education and Research. This class was funded using the Local First donation provided by Golden Triangle […] The post Free pipefitter pre-apprenticeship classes lead to local work; see how appeared first on Orange Leader.
Port Arthur Mayor hopes to change city charter to allow him, council members to run for three terms
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — The race for Port Arthur Mayor is beginning to heat up as Charlotte Moses announces her plan to run for the position but Incumbent Mayor Thurman Bartie says he isn't ready to leave his office. Bartie is hoping that changing a city charter will allow...
Charlotte Moses announces bid for mayor’s seat; current mayor Thurman Bartie may seek charter change
Former Port Arthur councilwoman Charlotte Moses announced her intent to run for the mayor’s seat next year. Moses served on council from 2015 to 2023, when she was term-limited from running again. Running on the campaign slogan “Let’s Get it DONE,” Moses noted her platform this year and next year includes guidance for the fulfillment […] The post Charlotte Moses announces bid for mayor’s seat; current mayor Thurman Bartie may seek charter change appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Retired FBI Agent to share stories from career solving art crimes at McFaddin-Ward House
BEAUMONT — Retired FBI agent, bestselling author, and one of the most famous art detectives in the world will share tales from the trenches of his storied FBI career solving art crimes tomorrow. Robert Wittman will speak at the McFaddin Ward House Thursday to present “USA vs Art Thieves:...
City manager, outgoing fire chief share concerns with Port Arthur leadership change
Information that former Fire Chief Greg Benson is on administrative leave as opposed to being terminated is up in the air while Port Arthur officials wait for Benson to sign a separation document. City Manager Ron Burton told Port Arthur Newsmedia Tuesday that he could not comment on the employment status, as the legal department […] The post City manager, outgoing fire chief share concerns with Port Arthur leadership change appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Some Southeast Texas schools closing ahead of Thursday storms
BEAUMONT, Texas — Some Southeast Texas schools are adjusting their schedules due to the potential for severe weather Thursday afternoon. Widespread showers and storms appear likely across Southeast Texas once again posing a risk for more flash flooding and severe weather. 12News Chief Meteorologist Patrick Vaughn says he expects...
BPD searching for suspect in aggravated assault
Beaumont — Beaumont police are searching for a suspect in an aggravated assault early Thursday morning. Detectives say Terrell Hope has an active parole warrant. When officers tried to conduct a traffic stop on him, he sped away and then got out of his car and ran. The investigation...
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