Port Arthur YMCA hosts annual banquet to honor community members

Published 4:18 pm Tuesday, April 1, 2025

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Bob Hope HS attendees (L-R) Amy Thibodeaux, Maria Ochoa, Cavan Scalf, America Ochoa, and Dr. Jesus Acosta. (Natalie Picazo/TheNews)
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The YMCA’s annual banquet at the Pompano Event Center brought together community leaders and changemakers for an evening dedicated to celebrating local initiatives and promoting healthy lifestyles. The event highlighted the organization’s ongoing commitment to programs that support residents and foster community well-being.

Stephen Townsend was celebrated as the Outgoing Chair after 5 years of service. Also recognized were Kinsley Andrews for Youth Member Award, Mary Wycoff for Volunteer Award, Tasheena Guient and Kathy Pollock for Staff Awards and Ron Morby for Campaign Award. 

The 2025 – 2026 Slate of Officers 

  • Chair – Gerald Charlton 
  • Vice Chair – Arlene LeBlanc 
  • Secretary – Susie Chirafis 
  • Treasurer – Steve Evans

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