Perryman keynote speaker at 13th Annual Economic Forecast Luncheon

he Regional Economic Development Initiative (REDI) and the Southeast Texas Economic Development Foundation (SETEDF) announce the 13th Annual Economic Forecast Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 22, from 11 a.m. –1:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn & Suites Beaumont Plaza.This annual events...

Spindletop Center cited for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Spindletop Center for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2024.

LNG export capacity could more than double by 2029

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporters in the United States have announced plans to more than double U.S. liquefaction capacity, adding an estimated 13.9 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) between 2025 and 2029, according to our Liquefaction Capacity File and trade press reports.The United States is...

Returning to former glory

By Dannie Oliveaux | dannieoliveaux@theexaminer.comThe night of June 6, 2024, a fire ripped through the historic Gilbert Building, 338 Bowie St. in downtown Beaumont, leaving only the walls and roof standing.Months later, the Beaumont City Council voted 6-1 to approve an ordinance declaring the...

Public comment opportunity until Jan. 2 for ecosystem projects across the Gulf Coast

The Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (RESTORE Council or Council) is inviting public comments about its proposed plan to commit $403,654,000 for water quality improvement, habitat conservation, and other ecosystem projects across the Gulf Coast.The funds are from the Resources and...

Fraud, cybercrime on the rise, bank offers methods to ‘fight back’

With more people using computers and cellphones to conduct financial business, cases of fraud and cybercrime are on the rise.

Christus Health expands access to specialty care in Port Arthur

A new multispecialty clinic is now open in Port Arthur, expanding the Christus Health footprint in Southeast Texas.The new clinic brings more high-quality, comprehensive care closer to home for residents in the mid-county area.The new clinic is anticipated to bring patients access to care in...

PROtect announces expansion with new Beaumont office

PROtect LLC, a provider of reliability, inspection and asset integrity services, announced Dec. 1 the opening of its new office in Beaumont.The location is reportedly positioned to support the Golden Triangle region of Beaumont, Port Arthur and Orange while reinforcing PROtect’s long-term...