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MONIQUE BATSON — Signs of anxiety, depression in children aren’t always obvious

When speaking with 16-year-old Indiya Staten Monday, the Nederland High School honors student working towards a career in neurology mentioned the importance of mental health. ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, March 9, 2023 12:02 am

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ON THE MENU — Take a look inside new Mexican restaurant on Jimmy Johnson with classics, drinks and crawfish

There is a large new reason to celebrate on Jimmy Johnson Boulevard with the recent opening of Cinco De Mayo Mexican Grill and Cantina. Placed ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Wednesday, March 8, 2023 12:40 am

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Judge Guillory launches new program to help reduce evictions in Port Arthur

On Tuesday afternoon, two representatives of Palm Harbor Apartments sat in the Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 courtroom seeking eviction of two residents. One ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Wednesday, March 8, 2023 12:38 am

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BRIGHT FUTURES — Indiya Staten works through pressure, prepares for neurology career

NEDERLAND — Even with one year of high school left, Indiya Staten understands the pressure today’s teenagers face when preparing for their future. The National ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Tuesday, March 7, 2023 12:40 am

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Port Arthur-area high schoolers build, launch their own boats

Monday night was the moment of truth for 12 Port Arthur-area high school students as they tested the boats they made during the Port of ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Monday, March 6, 2023 7:32 pm

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Port Arthur branch of NAACP ramping efforts to expand presence in community

A long-standing Port Arthur organization impacted by the deaths of prominent leaders as well as COVID-19 is starting the year with a mission to re-engage ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Sunday, March 5, 2023 12:26 am

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PHOTO GALLERY — Area leaders reflect on Golden Triangle Days, bring local message to Austin

After spending two days in Austin with legislators, leaders in Jefferson and Orange counties say this year’s Golden Triangle Days was a success. “We went ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Saturday, March 4, 2023 12:48 am

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VIDEOS — Nonprofit sharing surveillance footage in an effort to stop theft

Officials with the United Board of Missions are hoping the sharing of surveillance videos on social media curbs the thefts of donations that have plagued ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, March 3, 2023 12:40 am

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MONIQUE BATSON — Special people create hometown feel across our community

When people ask where I’m from, I always reply with, “here.” Southeast Texas is such a close-knit community, almost every city is my hometown.  I ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, March 3, 2023 12:06 am

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Local artists putting spin on Beaumont Mural Festival; see where you can enjoy the art

Less than two months after taking their talents to the side of Port Arthur Little Theatre, a group of fine arts students from Lamar State ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, March 2, 2023 12:38 am

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