Celebrating the Texas Transportation Commission (TTC)-approved historic $240 million in funding for Texas ports at the end of 2023, guests gathered in Port Arthur to welcome two legislators that helped secure $66 million of that allotment in funding to four Southeast Texas ports to help increase…
May 13, Texas Speaker of the House Dade Phelan thanked the House Select Committee on Protecting Texas LNG Exports for submitting an interim report in response to President Joe Biden’s pause on approvals of new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export projects. The select committee’s interim report…
In March, S&P Global Market Intelligence released its annual rankings for 2023’s top performing U.S. public banks with more than $10 billion in total assets. Stellar Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Stellar Bank, was ranked third among the 100 banks in the analysis.S&P Global Market…
BASF TotalEnergies Petrochemicals, Inc. (BTP) in Port Arthur has invested $20,000 to help students at Port Acres Elementary School in the Port Arthur ISD connect with science. Students will now have the opportunity to engage with state-of-the-art technology in a designated Science, Technology,…
The Industrial Safety Training Council (ISTC) announced they have been approved to become the Southeast Texas region’s newest Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) office and will open its doors on May 2, serving the community Monday to Friday with hours of operations from 8 a.m.…
Gov. Greg Abbott announced April 29 that he has requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for Texas communities affected by severe storms and flooding that began on April 8. If approved, the SBA declaration would make federal assistance available in the form…
It’s no secret that Texas is growing...and growing fast. In just one year, nearly half a million people relocated to the Lone Star State. The significant population boost means there is now a significant need for more power, as electricity is an essential part of our everyday lives. The demand…
The Texas State University System (TSUS) and Quanta Services have partnered to build a premiere model for university system and industry collaboration. The partnership will support Quanta Services’ goal of recruiting, training, and developing a strong and capable workforce while offering training…
Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) announced the success of its students at the North America Process Technology Association National Troubleshooting Competition, held at the College of the Mainland in Texas City on April 18-19.Out of a field of 24 teams, LIT's Process Operating students showcased…
Texas is the fastest growing state in the nation, and with rapid growth comes an increased demand for electricity. As the demand for power grows in Southeast Texas, many homeowners and businesses are requesting cleaner energy options to help support their climate and environmental goals. “…
Gov. Greg Abbott sent a letter April 18 directing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) to create a task force to address healthcare workforce shortages in order to meet the demands of our growing state and provide students with the tools they need to succeed. “The State of…
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Lamar University is set to usher in a new era of academic excellence and national prominence,…
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The Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce and Beaumont Chamber Foundation announced the launch of…
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The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program offers free tax preparation and e-filing of…
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Celebrating the Texas Transportation Commission (TTC)-approved historic $240 million in funding for Texas ports at the end of 2023, guests gathered in Port Arthur to welcome two legislators that helped secure $66 million of that allotment in funding to four Southeast Texas ports to help increase
