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PAISD continues to offer free meals to students
Port Arthur Independent School District will continue to operate the Community Eligibility Provision for the 2024-2025 school year. PAISD will continue to offer healthy meals every school day to all students at no cost. Typically, a student’s household must meet income eligibility requirements to qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Parents and guardians will not […] The post PAISD continues to offer free meals to students appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Groves PD asking for help identifying shooting suspect
The Groves Police Department is asking for help identifying the primary suspect in an August 10 shooting which left an 18-year-old dead. The suspect is seen in photos sent by Groves PD via press release, which says the images were taken immediately before the shooting took place. Police initially responded to a reports of a […] The post Groves PD asking for help identifying shooting suspect appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Victim in roadside Port Arthur shooting identified
The Port Arthur Police Department is investigating a suspected road rage incident which left a man dead at the intersection of Highway 73 and Highway 69 in the early hours of August 10. Port Arthur Police responded to a call around 2:30 a.m. reporting a body outside of a car on the roadside where Highway […] The post Victim in roadside Port Arthur shooting identified appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Police investigating developments in Groves shooting which left one dead
Police are investigating developments in a shooting in Groves which left one man dead from a gunshot wound in the early hours of August 10. Groves Interim City Marshall Chris Robin said around 1:57 a.m., officers responded to a report of a shooting victim outside the Beverly Place Apartments at 5307 Gulfway Drive. Officers arrived […] The post Police investigating developments in Groves shooting which left one dead appeared first on Port Arthur News.
PHOTOS: Doxie Coffee welcomed with ribbon cutting
GROVES — Doxie Coffee is official to Groves, Texas. While they’ve been open since July 13th, the Groves Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Center officially welcomed them this week with a ribbon cutting. The coffee shop also hosted the Chamber’s Monthly Coffee. The owners, Tatum and Garrett Warwick and staff welcomed city officials, chamber members […] The post PHOTOS: Doxie Coffee welcomed with ribbon cutting appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Arthur man that allegedly shot into apartment, hit by crossbow arrow indicted this week
A 21-year-old Port Arthur man who reportedly fired a gun multiple times into an apartment then was shot with a crossbow by a man protecting himself and family was indicted this week on multiple charges. The incident occurred just before noon June 17 at 901 Main Ave. Port Arthur Police responded to a call of […] The post Port Arthur man that allegedly shot into apartment, hit by crossbow arrow indicted this week appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Local deacon among those named as Lumen Christi Award finalists
A deacon with the Catholic Diocese of Beaumont that travels hundreds of miles each week to minister to those in prison has been named as a finalist for the Lumen Christi Award. Deacon Stephen Sellers is one of seven finalists for the award as announced by the Catholic Extension Society. The annual award is a […] The post Local deacon among those named as Lumen Christi Award finalists appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Local nonprofit seeks to bring Mardi Gras themed fundraiser to Port Neches
PORT NECHES — A nonprofit organization is looking to bring a Mardi Gras themed fundraising event to Port Neches next year. Tammy VanZandt, president of Extreme Recreation LLC is aiming for Feb. 22 for an event that would feature a golf cart parade, vendors, live music, a gumbo cook-off and a King and Queen Mardi […] The post Local nonprofit seeks to bring Mardi Gras themed fundraiser to Port Neches appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Groves Police blotter – Calls and arrests from July 31 to Aug. 6
Groves Police Department officers made the following arrests and responded to the following calls from July 31 to Aug. 6: July 31 Zeth Vaughn, 22, was arrested for assault and fail to identify in the 5200 block of Twin City Highway. Aug. 1 No reports. Aug. 2 An information report was filed at the 2300 […] The post Groves Police blotter – Calls and arrests from July 31 to Aug. 6 appeared first on Port Arthur News.
‘A positive force’: Men of Travis Elementary serve as role models, mentors for students
The Men of Travis Elementary come from different backgrounds, ethnicities and ages but their goal remains the same — to be a positive role model. Coach Albert Lott said the men in the group all have different dynamics in how they approach the students. As coach he sees the kids on a different level than […] The post ‘A positive force’: Men of Travis Elementary serve as role models, mentors for students appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Hit TV show ‘American Pickers’ coming to Texas; how you can be featured
Calling all collectors! Get ready to get your pick on when the popular TV show ‘American Pickers’ comes to Southeast Texas later this year. The hit History Channel series documents antique pickers who traverse the country to find unique and valuable objects. Now, they’re looking for the most dedicated antique collectors in the area. The […] The post Hit TV show ‘American Pickers’ coming to Texas; how you can be featured appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Nederland Farmer’s Market moves to larger location for Saturday event
NEDERLAND — When Kayzel Belgica had the idea to start Nederland Farmer’s Market she envisioned only a handful of vendors would be interested. She was wrong. When Nederland Farmer’s Market opens Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Ritter Lumber, 2004 FM 365 there will be more than 35 vendors. “I didn’t […] The post Nederland Farmer’s Market moves to larger location for Saturday event appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Nederland Police blotter – Calls and arrests from July 29 to Aug. 4
Nederland Police Department officers made the following arrests and responded to the following calls from July 29 to Aug. 4: July 29 Possession of a controlled substance and possession of a dangerous drug were reported in the 1000 block of Spurlock Road. July 30 Marga Jeanette Kyle, 37, was arrested for possession of a controlled […] The post Nederland Police blotter – Calls and arrests from July 29 to Aug. 4 appeared first on Port Arthur News.
‘Best of both worlds’: Proponents share benefits of carbon capture, storage projects in PA
The business of carbon capture and storage — from reducing C02 emissions and technology to safety and job growth are on the table as proponents of CCS look for support for a major project. Officials with Houston CCS Alliance and member companies hoping to educate the community of the issue met with the public at […] The post ‘Best of both worlds’: Proponents share benefits of carbon capture, storage projects in PA appeared first on Port Arthur News.
High temps and heat index may soar throughout week
The National Weather Service is forecasting potentially dangerous midweek heat across Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. A release sent by the NWS says conditions are right for temperatures to soar over the coming days. High pressure combined with dry air in the region may cause high temperatures to creep into the low 100s through Friday, […] The post High temps and heat index may soar throughout week appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Renovations underway for Tia Juanita’s move
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp is making a move to a different location but not to worry, they will still offer the same fan fav’s. Currently located at 3400 Jimmy Johnson Blvd., the new location is the former site of Reel Cajun, 7500 Twin City Hwy. — which is less than three miles down the road. […] The post Renovations underway for Tia Juanita’s move appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Mid-County Madness Beat Truancy Workshop brings leaders together
Judge Burnett’s courtroom was the venue for the “Mid-County Madness Beat Truancy Workshop,” where community leaders, including Jefferson County District Attorney Keith Giblin, Juvenile Law District Attorney John Nelson, Judge Brad Burnett, and Truancy Clerk Stacey Vidrine, joined forces with Nederland and Port Neches-Groves principals and top administrators to discuss and review truancy laws. Each […] The post Mid-County Madness Beat Truancy Workshop brings leaders together appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Arthur man allegedly found with 1 kilo of meth
A Port Arthur man allegedly found with approximately 1 kilo of methamphetamine during a traffic stop has bonded out of jail. On Tuesday, Pot Arthur police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by a male later identified as Paris Bennette, 54. Bennette reportedly evaded police on foot but was quickly captured, according to […] The post Port Arthur man allegedly found with 1 kilo of meth appeared first on Port Arthur News.
PHOTOS: Industry Show lures businesses for networking
For businesses such as Baron NDT, the Industry Show is a way to meet those that would benefit from their services. Owner Mike Benson explained that as a subcontractor that works with a number of fabrication companies he is able to meet people he may not otherwise meet. “We’re one down the line,” Benson said […] The post PHOTOS: Industry Show lures businesses for networking appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Arthur game room closed; arrest made following undercover sting
A local game room has 10 days to file an appeal after it was closed following an undercover gambling operation. According to Port Arthur police, a game room attendant allegedly paid an undercover detective in cash, leading to the closure of the business. At approximately 5:40 p.m. July 31, an undercover detective entered Three Diamonds […] The post Port Arthur game room closed; arrest made following undercover sting appeared first on Port Arthur News.
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