PORT NECHES — The Bum Phillips Bowl Trophy can be viewed in person this week at MCT Credit Union, 2736 Nall St., Port Neches. The trophy will be awarded to the winner of the Oct. 25 football game between district rivals Port Neches-Groves High and Nederland High School. Dubbed Mid County Madness, the game brings […] The post SEE THE TROPHY BEFORE THE BIG GAME — MCT Credit Union hosting Bum Phillips Bowl Trophy appeared first on Port Arthur News.

EDNA JANE BOUDREAUX Edna Jane Boudreaux, age 82, passed away on October 10th, 2024. Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Nederland.   JUNE MARIE MCCORD June Marie McCord, age 79 passed away on October 11th, 2024. Visitation: October 17, 2024 from 10am-2pm at Melancon Levingston in Port Neches. Graveside service at 2:30 pm at Oak Bluff […] The post Death notices, services appeared first on Port Arthur News.

On September 11, 2024, God chose to call Richie Dell Williams to her eternal home. Richie was born January 30, 1954, in Hempstead, Texas to the late Flournoy Williams, Jr. and Rosa Lee Williams. She was the youngest of five children. Richie attended school in the Hempstead ISD, graduating from Sam Schwarz High School. Richie […] The post Richie Dell Williams appeared first on Port Arthur News.

On the morning of September 13, 2024, Norma Jean Clark Jackson Goffney, who was also known as Moosie, was at home when she transitioned from earth to glory to be with her Heavenly Father. Norma was employed by St. Mary’s Hospital for over 35 years where she seriously ministered to patients, doctors, and many friends […] The post Norma Jean Clark Goffney appeared first on Port Arthur News.

A Port Arthur apartment was hit with multiple bullets Monday night in Port Arthur but no injuries were reported. Port Arthur Police Department received the call at about 9:15p.m. Monday for the incident that occurred at Encore Apartments in the 3600 block of Jimmy Johnson Boulevard. The crime is considered deadly conduct. PAPD Chief Tim […] The post Multiple shots fired at Port Arthur apartment complex appeared first on Port Arthur News.

In 1965, a bunch of guys were hanging out on Pleasure Island, sailing our boats. Lake Sabine is such a great place to sail. On the 18th day of May 1965, 24 of us signed a charter for the incorporation of “The Port Arthur Yacht Club” — our goal was to teach sailing and promote […] The post GUEST COLUMN: Yacht Club’s contributions ignored, officials look to shaky deal appeared first on Port Arthur News.

NEDERLAND — A solution has been found for a piece of roadway that has been a problem for the city of Nederland for years. The problem is a manhole on South Fifth Street that is now a sinkhole of sorts. Barricades surround the section of street and a metal plate covers the problem area. City […] The post Nederland sinkhole to see engineering solution appeared first on Port Arthur News.

Scenes from Friday nights game. The Titans will face Westbrook at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 in district play. The post Memorial Titans beat Barbers Hill Eagles, 20-17 appeared first on Port Arthur News.

Pilar (Pili ) Linares has stepped into the role of general manager for the Port Arthur News and the Orange Leader, succeeding former Publisher Stephen Hemelt. Hemelt has accepted an opportunity in another field. With extensive experience in the newspaper industry across Texas and Washington, Linares most recently served as the General Manager of Sound […] The post Pili Linares Appointed General Manager of Port Arthur News and Orange Leader appeared first on Port Arthur News.

By DAUCY CRIZER Special to the News PORT NECHES – Port Neches-Groves scored three times in the first two minutes of the game and never looked back in breezing to a 57-14 win over Splendora in District 8-5A Division II action Friday night at The Reservation. The Indians improved to 6-0 overall and 3-0 in […] The post PNG cruises to a 57-14 win over Splendora on Homecoming at The Reservation appeared first on Port Arthur News.

PORT NECHES — Just shy of her 105th birthday, Verba Lee Turner could attribute her long life to wholesome living. Turner smiled as she eagerly explained, “We ate what we raised” while talking about her childhood on a farm in the Zerath Community just outside of Kirbyville. The 13th of 14 children, Turner remembers her […] The post Turning 105; Local woman to turn 105 recalls life on farm, family appeared first on Port Arthur News.

Jaylen Ceja was named the 2024 Port Neches-Groves High School Homecoming Sweetheart at Friday’s game. The post Introducing PNG Homecoming Sweetheart Jalyen Ceja appeared first on Port Arthur News.

By Sierra Kondos Special to The News   Catherine Lewis, 50, beat stage two breast cancer during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Now cancer-free for three years, she emphasizes the importance of regular self-examinations, early detection to women of all ages and to live life without procrastination because tomorrow isn’t promised. Lewis’s life took a left turn […] The post Port Arthur woman survives breast cancer and lives life to the fullest appeared first on Port Arthur News.

NEDERLAND — Gift of Life and Philpott Motors celebrated cancer survivors during the Take Out Breast Cancer Drive-Thru Luncheon Thursday. In celebration of their strength and courage, survivors received a lunch, along with other gifts and goodies as they drove through the pinked-out parking lot flanked by cheering supporters from Gift of Life, Philpott Motors, and […] The post Celebrating survivors — Gift of Life, Philpott Motors salute strength, courage of breast cancer survivors appeared first on Port Arthur News.

Port Arthur resident and local businessman Tom Flanagan was named a suspect in connection with the arson of the Gilbert Building Wednesday. Local, state and federal agents executed a search warrant at the San Jacinto Building, 595 Orleans in Beaumont, which is owned by Flanagan. At approximately 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, the Beaumont Fire Department with […] The post Search warrant at Flanagan’s property, local businessman named as possible arson suspect appeared first on Port Arthur News.

The Groves Pecan Festival is scheduled for Thursday through Sunday at Lion’s Park. • Carnival Rides during the festival begin at 5 – 10 p.m. on Thursday; 5  – 11 p.m. on Friday; 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. on Saturday and 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. on Sunday, ending the festival. • The Cooking with […] The post Groves Pecan Festival schedule appeared first on Port Arthur News.

GROVES — The 55th annual Groves Pecan festival will be one for the record books, literally. The four fun filled days start Thursday and run through Sunday at Lions Park, 6279 Jackson Blvd., Groves. Letha Knaus, executive director of the Groves Chamber of Commerce, gave some insight into the action. In a festival named after […] The post Pecan Fest to bring world’s largest pecan, Cash Cube, and more appeared first on Port Arthur News.

GROVES — The 2024 Groves Pecan Queen Emily Brannin is now happily in a position to be a role model to young girls in the city. Years ago Brannin won the duchess category and now as queen she can step up and step out. “I take a lot of pride in being a rode model,” […] The post Pecan Queen Brannin looks to be role model appeared first on Port Arthur News.

ORANGE — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance from the community in locating a missing person. According to family members, shortly after her release from Jefferson County Jail, 56-year-old Brenda Kay Gibson was last seen sometime in April, 2023,possibly at the Burger King off Twin City Highway in Port Arthur. Gibson’s family […] The post Orange County Sheriff’s Office seeking help in finding missing woman appeared first on Port Arthur News.

GROVES — Groves Councilmember Rhonda Dugas was removed from the city’s economic development corporation board Monday in connection with her conduct at a Sept. 23 meeting. During the September meeting Dugas reportedly attacked colleagues and visitors verbally thus failing as a presiding officer to maintain decorum in the meeting, according to the resolution which was […] The post Dugas removed from Groves EDC board appeared first on Port Arthur News.