SETX Business News
The latest business and community news from Southeast Texas, aggregated from local sources.
With prayers, applause, and the eager eyes of puppies looking for forever homes, the City of Port Arthur officially opened the doors to its brand-new Animal Services Center in a […]
GROVES – It’s official, Groves is getting a disc golf course. Councilmembers this week approved construction of a disc golf course at West Groves and John Spikes Memorial parks and […]
BEAUMONT – The Texas Department of Transportation has postponed the planned demolition of FM 365 at I-10, originally scheduled to begin on Friday, April 17. Following further review, TxDOT determined […]
Early voting for the upcoming May 2 General Election begins Monday and runs through April 28. The election includes local city council, school board, and other seats for Mid and […]
A Port Arthur man and former public information coordinator for Lamar State College Port Arthur was indicted this week on possession of child pornography charges. Gerry Dickert, 59, was arrested […]
BEAUMONT — April is recognized as STI Awareness Month, and healthcare providers are urging Southeast Texas residents to prioritize routine testing as cases of sexually transmitted infections continue to rise […]
A traffic stop for speeding led to the discovery of narcotics, cash and weapons on Tuesday. Deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Highway Interdiction Unit conducted the traffic stop […]
April 8 * Chase Kimball, 41,was arrested for violation of protective order in the 5100 block of Foster. * Ray Jones, 39, was arrested for criminal trespass, possession of drug […]
“Normal” Films Directed by Ben Wheatley Rated R Starring Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler, Lena Heady, Rena Jolly, Brendan Fletcher, Ryan Allen and Billy McLellan 3 stars Who would have […]
Based on the novel by Rick Riordan, the production follows Percy Jackson, a teenager who discovers he is a demigod and the son of Poseidon. When Zeus’s lightning bolt is […]
Bob Hope School has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the CenterPoint Energy Foundation to support the installation of a Bilingual Book Walk at Bob Hope Elementary School. This grant […]
NEDERLAND – The Nederland City Council voted 5-0, April 6 to deny ratification of an unauthorized $3,621.50 overpayment to Baker Tilly, the firm hired to conduct a forensic audit of […]
AUSTIN – Texas State University System Board of Regents Chairman Stephen Lee has appointed an Advisory Search Committee to begin the search for the next president of Lamar State College […]
BEAUMONT – The Christus Southeast Texas Foundation hosted its 43rd Annual Christus Gala, highlighted by an unforgettable performance from Grammy‑nominated artist Martina McBride. The philanthropic evening raised more than $800,000 […]
Nederland Police Activity for the week of April 6 – 13 APRIL 6 A missing person was reported in the 300 block of North 14th Street. Manuel Mora Garcia, 45, […]
NEDERLAND — City officials have approved a plan to seek funding for additional license plate reader cameras, a move aimed at strengthening local crime prevention efforts. During a recent meeting, […]
Port Neches Police Calls April 6 to April 13 **Reflects arrests and offense reports only**   April 6 * A theft was reported in the 800 block of Marion.   […]
BELL CITY, Louisiana – A Port Neches man was arrested following a fatal crash in Calcasieu Parish this week. At approximately 6 a.m. April 9, Troopers with Louisiana State Police […]
Denise from Bridge City asks- I’ve been wondering about speeding and only going 1 mile per hour over the speed limit. Officer Antoine you have been the topic of discussion […]
This week I came across a cownose ray washed up along the Texas coast. Even out of the water, its shape stood out. The broad, diamond-shaped body and wing-like fins […]
Entergy Texas broke ground this week on two new highly efficient natural gas power stations, Legend in Port Arthur and Lone Star in San Jacinto County, that are expected to […]
The City of Port Arthur will celebrate the grand opening of its new Animal Services Center at 11 a.m. Wednesday. The facility is located at 3615 Gates Boulevard. Visitors will […]
A recent refinery explosion that severed the single road connecting the coastal community of Sabine Pass to the rest of Port Arthur has ignited a fierce demand for action from […]
With a new Mardi Gras celebration coming to the city in 2027 also comes a new event – a masquerade ball. The Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce is heading […]
The U.S. Department of Interior has announced a record $460.9 million in energy revenue for the four Gulf of America energy-producing states – Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas – along […]
  April 1 * Deadly conduct was reported in the 5300 block of Gulfway Drive. * A theft was reported in the 3400 block of Canal.   April 2 * […]
Port Neches Police Calls March 30 to April 5 **Reflects arrests and offense reports only**   March 30 * An information report was made in the 1600 block of Vincent. […]
“You, Me & Tuscany” Universal Pictures Directed by Kat Coiro Starring Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page, Aziza Scott, Lorenzo de Moor, Marco Calvani and Rated PG-13 3 stars I […]
BEAUMONT – A Nederland man seeking to have his bond reduced on child pornography charges fainted in court Thursday. Christopher Joseph Houston Smith, 30, was standing before Criminal District Court […]
The Cajun Heritage Festival returned to Port Arthur on Easter Sunday, drawing crowds from open to close for its 11th annual celebration of the region’s deep Cajun roots. Organizers said […]