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Office of Texas Public Utility commission

Baby steps in utility uniformity

News Staff

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

April 6, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) approved rule changes reducing the number of days an electric service provider has to respond to consumer complaints. Effective Sept.

Top Texan Tournament 2023 winner named in Alamo veteran

News Staff

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

William Barret Travis has been selected by voters as the 2023 Top Texan Tournament Winner. After multiple weeks of legendary Texans facing off in exciting matchups during this Texas-style March Madness tournament, William B.

Office of the Texas Comptroller

Monthly sales tax revenue tops $977 million

News Staff

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced he would be sending cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $977.2 million in local sales tax allocations for April, 12.8% more than in April 2022.

Unemployment rate dips

News Staff

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The Southeast Texas unemployment rate for March fell to 6.2%, down from February’s rate of 6.5%.

"I am Texas" On Display

‘I Am Texas’ stops in Orange

News Staff

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The Guinness World Record certified largest published book in the world, “I Am Texas,” will be on display at the Stark Museum of Art through July 29.

Sonny "The Birdman" Carlin

Free Family Fun Day

News Staff

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The Museum of the Gulf Coast and the Port Arthur Convention & Visitors Bureau are teaming up to present a free Family Fun Day that is “For the Birds!” as part of the city of Port Arthur’s 125th Year of Celebration. Guests will be admitted to visit the museum for free from 10 a.m. until 1p.m.

TCEQ director proposes rule update

News Staff

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The TCEQ’s Executive Director plans to propose a rule amendment to clarify the process for individuals wishing to appeal the Executive Director’s decision to issue an air quality standard permit.

Beaumont Chamber partners with LIT

News Staff

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Salvation army closes its doors

Salvation Army Thrift Store closes

News Staff

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The Salvation Army Thrift Store held its final sale April 20 and 21 at 4925 College Street in Beaumont, clearing out all inventory as well as some merchandising stands and shelves.

Amy Pinnt, Director of Economic Development

Chamber names new Economic Development director

News Staff

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Amy Pinnt as the new Director of Economic Development, with a stated goal to “help lead the Chamber’s effort in growing and expanding the local economy through new business recruitment, growth of local small businesses and...

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