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State parks open, prepay required

Texas State Parks (TSP) is changing their operations in the wake of COVID-19 spread.  According to information from TSP, most state parks remain open; however, changes have been made to help protect the health and well-being of visitors, volunteers and staff.

PA City Council holds video conference meeting

In response to the outbreak of COVID-19, and to combat its spread, the Port Arthur City Council met via video conference from their respective homes and offices.  The council postponed its May 2 election to November 3, the next available date.

PA Health Department confirms a COVID-19 positive at case at the Senior Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in Port Arthur

The City of Port Arthur Health Department confirmed that a Beaumont resident who is employed by Senior Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in Port Arthur has tested positive for COVID-19. This person is quarantined and is cooperating with local health officials.

Beaumont Health Dept. confirms 6 new COVID-19 cases

Today, March 30, 2020 the Beaumont Public Health Department (BPHD) received confirmation of 6 positive cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in 5 Beaumont residents and 1 resident in an unincorporated area of Jefferson County.

Southeast Texas COVID-19 daily update

According to the Southeast Texas Regional Emergency Operations Center, there are 45 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the six-county region, that includes Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Newton, Orange and Tyler Counties.

PA to discuss selling six city parks

The Port Arthur City Council will discuss its intent to sell several parks throughout the city at a meeting March 31. The council considered the matter in late 2019, but no vote was taken. The funds generated from selling the parks would be used to improve the city's remaining parks.

Jefferson County issues burn ban

Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick signed an amendment to the local COVID-19 emergency order on March 30 to ban burning in the county that isn’t authorized by Texas Parks and Wildlife, the fire department or TCEQ.

Regional call center asks for patience in coronavirus screening

The Southeast Texas Regional Emergency Operations Center is asking for patience from callers. According to information from the emergency operation, "The Call Center has been inundated with calls.

Travel from Louisiana continues despite governor's order

Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a mandate requiring anyone entering the state of Texas through a Louisiana roadway to adhere to a 14-day quarantine. The order took effect Monday, March 30, at noon. As of 1:30 p.m.

Christus Southeast Texas implements no visitor policy

Christus Southeast Texas Health System has implemented a "no visitor" policy per a press release from Christus. The health and safety of our patients, visitors, Associates and our communities remain the top priority at CHRISTUS Southeast Texas Health System.