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A.S.K. reaches dream of having artificial turf; greater service to special needs community

NEDERLAND — To those passing by, the mounds of dirt at the Park Drive ballpark look like routine construction. But in reality, it’s the culmination ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, January 20, 2023 12:40 am

Columns

MONIQUE BATSON — PAISD superintendent embodies true spirit of Port Arthur

In less than one week, more than 800 people will gather at the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center to celebrate Port Arthur during the ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, January 20, 2023 12:06 am

Local

Local health care professionals warn of workplace violence; say there are many unreported altercations

Connie Wiltz said the concern with the rise in violence against health care workers isn’t just in the increase, but the number of unreported altercations. ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, January 19, 2023 12:40 am

Local

Superintendent Mark Porterie talks path to Stilwell Award; great work by Port Arthur education team

When Dr. Mark Porterie accepts the 2023 Arthur E. Stilwell Award next week, he will be doing so on behalf of 1,300 employees and 8,200 ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, January 19, 2023 12:36 am

Local

Imports, legislation at forefront of shrimpers’ association meeting

“Gulf shrimpers on are the verge of collapse.” The statement closes the first paragraph in a letter from U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (R-Beaumont) along with ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Thursday, January 19, 2023 12:34 am

Groves

Prom Dress Drive, special event benefit area children in foster care; see how to help

An idea that originated from a Port Neches-Groves student will be getting a signal boost from another this month when CavOilCade Queen Trisha Almaraz hosts ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Wednesday, January 18, 2023 12:38 am

Local

BRIGHT FUTURES — Bob Hope junior excelling at college while still in high school

Camila Barragan isn’t quite sure what she wants to do in the future, but the Port Arthur junior has assured herself that she’s well on ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Tuesday, January 17, 2023 12:32 am

Local

Court team in Port Arthur speaks on first two weeks with new judge

While there has been a significant change in the office of Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace, staff members remain dedicated to the mission. “It’s ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Saturday, January 14, 2023 12:40 am

Local

Port Arthur students stronger after leadership camp with better communication skills, problem solving tools

The Bob Hope High School Interact Club students and their sponsor were all smiles Thursday after returning from Rotary Youth Leadership Awards this past weekend ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, January 13, 2023 12:40 am

Columns

MONIQUE BATSON — Port Arthur’s little stages are filled with huge talent

While I have always been a dramatic person, I am not a theatrical one. I grew up with a deep love for music, singing, dancing, ... Read more

by Monique Batson, Friday, January 13, 2023 12:32 am

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