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Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. and Stellar Bancorp, Inc. announce merger

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
Prosperity Bancshares, Inc., the parent company of Prosperity Bank, and Stellar Bancorp, Inc., the parent holding company of Stellar Bank, headquartered in Houston jointly announced Jan. 28 the signing of a definitive merger agreement whereby Prosperity will acquire Stellar and Stellar Bank,...
Port Arthur Public Library, Lucy Stiefel Gallery, 4615 9th Ave.

Port Arthur Public Library, Lucy Stiefel Gallery, 4615 9th Ave.

Small Business Development Center hosting workshop will help owners create, optimize Google business profiles

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Small business owners and solopreneurs looking to improve their online visibility are invited to attend "How to Create and Optimize Your Google Business Profile," a hands-on workshop designed to help businesses stand out in Google Search and Google Maps where customers are actively looking,...
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LOCAL BRIEFS | Southeast Texas Businesses

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
Carly Railcar purchased by FreightCar AmericaOn Dec. 22, 2025, FreightCar America reported the acquisition of Carly Railcar Components LLC, which operates a facility on State Highway 87 near Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School.According to Railway Age, the acquisition will strengthen FreightCar...

Comeaux is recipient of the 2026 Arthur E. Stilwell Award

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
The Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce announced John Comeaux has been named the 2026 Arthur E. Stilwell Award recipient.The award will be presented at the chamber’s 2026 Annual Banquet on Tuesday, Jan. 13.The Arthur E. Stilwell Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Greater Port Arthur...
Monterey House in Beaumont

Monterey House in Beaumont

2025 was rough year on local restauants

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
By Dannie Oliveaux | dannieoliveaux@theexaminer.com2025 saw a host of restaurants in the Golden Triangle close their doors, including two longtime establishments at the end of the year.The Monterey House, 1090 11th St. in Beaumont, closed Dec. 31, 2025, after 62 years in business, according to a...
ExxonMobil donation to SETX Food Bank | Photo by Dannie Oliveaux

ExxonMobil donation to SETX Food Bank | Photo by Dannie Oliveaux

ExxonMobil donates to LIT, SETX Food Bank on Giving Tuesday

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
By Dannie Oliveaux | dannieoliveaux@theexaminer.comGiving Tuesday on Dec. 2, 2025, brought good news for Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) and the Southeast Texas Food Bank, as both received large donations from ExxonMobil.“This year has been a historic year for ExxonMobil in terms of our...
Standing with First Security Bank CEO Clint Walters and Mike Fogo, rocket instructor (center) are (from left) Hardin-Jefferson High School students Benjamin Harris, Grayson Sullivan, Kain Tinney, Westen Williams, Jayna Ivey and Tatum Brasseaux. Courtesy Image | First Security Bank

Standing with First Security Bank CEO Clint Walters and Mike Fogo, rocket instructor (center) are (from left) Hardin-Jefferson High School students Benjamin Harris, Grayson Sullivan, Kain Tinney, Westen Williams, Jayna Ivey and Tatum Brasseaux. Courtesy Image | First Security Bank

H-JISD Senior Rocket Program gets boost from local bank

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
The Hardin-Jefferson Independent School District Senior Rocket Program received a significant financial boost through a continued partnership with First Security Bank, according to district officials.A group of Hardin-Jefferson High School students plans to launch a large, student-designed hybrid...
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SETX Food Bank announces $230,000 donation by Motiva

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
The Southeast Texas Food Bank announced a $230,000 donation from Motiva Enterprises LLC to address the growing crisis of food insecurity in the region.The contribution includes $200,000 directed to the food bank for the purchase of a refrigerated truck, along with $30,000 allocated to six local...
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