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Computer lab to connect community to workforce skills in SETX

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

Port Cities Rescue Mission Ministries hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 31 to celebrate the launch of its new Community Computer Lab and training programs, made possible through a $40,000 partnership investment from Port Arthur LNG.

BBB SETX Foundation launches ‘Paint the Town Blue’ Diamond Awards rollout

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

The Better Business Bureau Serving Southeast Texas launched its first-ever “Paint the Town Blue” rollout April 29, marking a historic rebranding as the long-standing Torch Awards evolve into the BBB Diamond Awards for Excellence.The day kicked off with a brief 11 a.m.

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Federal offshore oil and gas 2025 revenue brings $99.6M to GLO, $2.4M to SETX

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

April 7, the U.S. Department of Interior announced a record $460.9 million in energy revenue for the four Gulf of America energy-producing states — Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas — along with their coastal counties and parishes.

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Sabine-Neches Navigation District signs $239M dredging contract

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

The Sabine-Neches Navigation District (SNND) announced April 14 that it has signed a $239 million dredging contract with Callan Marine Ltd., marking a major milestone in the Sabine-Neches Waterway Channel Improvement Project, according to a news release.

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Southeast Texas Regional Chambers Association announces formation

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Thursday, March 12, 2026

Fourteen area chambers of commerce have come together to form a regional organization “to promote shared economic interests, coordinate regional initiatives, strengthen business climates and advocate for policies that benefit Southeast Texas,” according to a news release.

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Community Hospital Corporation appoints Doss as COO

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Thursday, March 12, 2026

Community Hospital Corporation (CHC) announced Feb. 23 that Justin Doss, chief executive officer (CEO) of Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas (BHSET), will transition to CHC’s chief operating officer (COO), effective July 5, according to a news release.

FACES & PLACES | February 2026

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

• After decades of dedication, leadership, and integrity, Arceneaux Wilson & Cole LLC announced the retirements of two of its partners, Ron Arceneaux and Joe Wilson. Arceneaux had more than 40 years of experience with privately funded projects and public works funded by state and federal agencies.

LOCAL BRIEFS | February 2026

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

Clifford promoted at SETEX Construction Corp.SETEX Construction Corporation announced the promotion of Sean Clifford to director of Field Operations, recognizing his leadership, operational expertise, and key role in the company’s continued expansion into civil and water/wastewater construction.

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LSCPA, DOL form partnership for training shipfitters

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) approved an apprenticeship partnership with Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) involving 22 months of training in shipfitting, according to Dr. Ben Stafford, vice president for Workforce & Continuing Education at LSCPA.

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Neches Federal Credit Union announces leadership promotions

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

Jason Landry, president/CEO of Neches Federal Credit Union (FCU), announced multiple leadership promotions across the credit union in January.“We are very pleased to make this announcement.

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