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CHRISTUS Health announces local 2026 Children’s Miracle Network Champion
BEAUMONT – CHRISTUS Health announced that 12-year-old Trace White has been selected as the local Children’s Miracle Network ...
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Nederland city council approves new ordinances targeting e-bikes, golf carts, reckless driving
The Nederland City Council approved a series of new public safety ordinances Monday aimed at regulating the use ...
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UPDATE: Clarification issued on Port Arthur landfill status
The City of Port Arthur has clarified that the city landfill has not been sold, following confusion stemming ...
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Library to host Super Tax Day Feb. 7
Port Arthur Public Library will host Super Tax Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday with free ...
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McFaddin-Ward House Museum Lecture Series Bites into History of Texas Citrus Industry
Beaumont – The McFaddin-Ward House Museum will present “The Juicy Story of the Texas Citrus Industry,” a free ...
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West 19th Street drainage project moves closer to construction frustration
Engineering staff updated Port Arthur City Council this week on the long-awaited West 19th Street Drainage Project, confirming ...
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United Way MSJC Receives $100k Gift in Honor of 100th Year of Service
United Way of Mid & South Jefferson County (UWMSJC) announced a $100,000 pledged gift from Golden Pass LNG ...
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Movie Guy McAdams and Raimi have a lot of fun in “Send Help.”
“Send Help” 20th Century Studios Directed by Sam Raimi Starring Rachel McAdams, Dylan O’Brien, Dennis Haysbert, Edyll ...
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Torrey Gomez named Hillcrest Elementary principal
NEDERLAND – Nederland ISD is proud to announce Torrey Gomez as the new Principal of Hillcrest Elementary School. ...
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Nederland Police Activity for the week of Jan. 19 – 25
Jan. 19 Damon Shane Polk, 56, was arrested for warrants other agency in the 3500 block of Nederland ...
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Port Arthur native Dr. Jesse DeLee establishes Jefferson County UIL scholarship
A Port Arthur native is giving back to the community that helped shape his early life by creating ...
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Port Neches mulls naming street after late mayor, Cajun house talks continue
PORT NECHES – Port Neches City Council is looking to designate a street in honor of the late ...
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UPDATE: Transient found dead in wheelchair outside store identified
Port Arthur Police Chief Tim Duriso has released the name of a man found dead in a wheelchair ...
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Groves Chamber of Commerce celebrates another year of growth and service
GROVES – The Groves Chamber of Commerce celebrated a year of growth, community service and local leadership during ...
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Culinary Thrill Seeking – Let them eat king cake…
Don’t hate. I love the colors, festivities and flavors of Mardi Gras, with the exception of King Cake. ...
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Foul play not expected in death of man found in wheelchair outside store
Port Arthur police do not suspect foul play in the death of a transient found dead in a ...
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Interest in restoration of Cajun house La Maison Beausoleill grows
NOTE: This story originally ran in the Dec. 24, 2025 edition of The News. PORT NECHES — La ...
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WEATHER: Nederland Asks Residents to Conserve Water
Due to a large structure fire this morning (Sunday, Jan. 25) and as a precautionary measure the City ...
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WEATHER: School closures announced
Local school districts in Mid and South Jefferson County will be closed Monday due to inclement weather. They ...
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Port Neches Chamber celebrates 84th annual membership social
PORT NECHES – The Port Neches Chamber of Commerce held its 84th Annual Membership Social, bringing together chamber ...
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Mr. Nederland, program dedication honorees named by NHF
NEDERLAND – Leaders with the Nederland Heritage Festival have kicked the season with their annual mixer and naming ...
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Catholic Schools closed Monday due to weather
Due to the impending cold morning temperatures and possible icy road conditions forecasted for Monday and for the ...
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Port Arthur asks residents to prepare for freezing temperatures
The National Weather Service has issued a notice that freezing conditions are anticipated this weekend. Port Arthur is ...
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Top Ladies of Distinction Hosts Blood Drive, Health and Wellness Fair
The Port Arthur Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. remain dedicated to their goal of raising awareness ...
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Jefferson County issues Disaster Declaration ahead of freeze
Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick has issued a Declaration of Disaster due to the threat of damage from ...