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USA BioEnergy CEO Nick Andrews says the project is a win-win for the company and Newton County. Photo courtesy of USA BioEnergy

USA BioEnergy signs deal to supply wood for Bon Wier plant

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Thursday, July 3, 2025

USA BioEnergy announced June 10 that it has signed a letter of intent with LP Building Solutions outlining the parties’ plans to enter a long-term supply agreement for sustainably sourced wood fiber to support operations at USAB’s planned Texas Renewable Fuels (TRF) biorefinery in Bon Wier,...

REGION BRIEFS | June 2026

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Thursday, June 11, 2026

Sure-Shot Game Calls holds grand opening in WinnieSure-Shot Game Calls celebrated the grand opening of its new retail location in Winnie on May 9.According to Hannah Bruce, a company spokesperson, the new location is more than a retail store.

REGION BRIEFS | April 2026

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Friday, April 10, 2026

Louisiana one of the nation’s fastest-growing construction marketsLouisiana’s construction market is undergoing one of the most significant expansions in the U.S., driven by substantial capital investment across several key sectors, reported Construct Connect.

Venture announces FID, financial close for Phase 2 of CP2 LNG

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Friday, April 10, 2026

March 13, Venture Global, Inc. announced a final investment decision (FID) and successful closing of an $8.6 billion project financing for the second phase of the company’s third project, Venture Global CP2 LNG in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, reported the company.

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Golden Pass LNG marks historic milestone with first LNG production

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Monday, March 30, 2026

Golden Pass LNG, a joint venture between QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil, has achieved first production of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from Train 1 at its Sabine Pass Terminal, marking a major milestone in the project’s journey to full operations, according to a March 30 news release.

REGIONAL BRIEFS | News from counties and parishes surrounding SETX

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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

USA BioEnergy, Applied Atomics in partnershipOct 14, Applied Atomics (AA) and USA BioEnergy announced a strategic partnership that will accelerate industrial manufacturing and e-fuel production at the Bon Wier Industrial Park, according to a news release by USA BioEnergy officials.

REGION BUSINESS BRIEFS

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Thursday, July 3, 2025

Spectrum officially open new tech center in JasperCompany officials from Spectrum Charter Communications welcomed local officials and the Jasper Lake Sam Rayburn Chamber of Commerce to their new tech center on Highway 63, east in Jasper on June 10, reported KJAS.com.

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Calcasieu Pass LNG launch effects Southeast Texas

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Monday, June 9, 2025

Venture Global recently announced its Calcasieu Pass LNG export project in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, has begun commercial operations and it will have an effect on Southeast Texas’ economy.This marked the completion of the project’s commissioning and the start of sales to its long-term customers.

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Transco projects service to meet U.S.Southeast energy demand

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Monday, June 9, 2025

The fully contracted expansions of the existing Transco pipeline, which runs through Hardin, Jasper and Newton counties, were designed and built to reduce land use and minimize community and environmental impact while delivering additional natural gas volumes to the region, reported...

Artist conception of Louisiana LNG project

SWLA project poised for significant impact on SETX

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Thursday, May 8, 2025

Woodside Energy approves Louisiana LNG developmentWoodside Energy is positioned to become a global LNG powerhouse following a historic decision April 29 to approve the Louisiana LNG development in Southweast Louisiana, announced company officials.

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