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Beaumont woman granted probation after stealing $53K from church

Diane Rogers, 71, of Beaumont, stood before 252nd District Court Judge Raquel West on April 15, officially entering a plea of guilty to stealing more than $50,000 from a local church.

Delivering more than just a meal

Nutrition & Services for Seniors is a nonprofit agency dedicated to providing innovative, effective programs that assist older adults in leading quality lives while maintaining dignity and independence.

Field hearing fields views on LNG export ban/pause

More than 120 people gathered for a House Energy Committee field hearing April 8 at Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA), the bi-partisan crowd offering commentary as to the pros – but mostly cons – of the effects of the ban on Southeast Texas.

Sheriff meets author, signs book

Jefferson County Sheriff Zena Stephens was honored recently to meet author Ronnie Erwin, who co-wrote the book “Stars Over Texas” with his late wife, Lynn, who was a history teacher.

Creekwood Farms to host first Southeast Texas Blueberry Festival

Preparations are in full swing for the inaugural Southeast Texas Blueberry Festival, set to take place at Creekwood Farms on April 19-20.

‘Be Like Ben’

Lumberton ISD seniors are eligible to apply for $1,000 scholarships in the name of former Raider #64 Ben Featherston through the Athletic Booster Club. Applications can be picked up in the front office with the counselors.

Mass firing costs taxpayers $780,000

A dispute spanning several years came to a resolution April 3, as the Texas Municipal Police Association secured $780,000 in back pay for 13 “unjustly terminated” deputies in Orange County under Sheriff Jimmy Mooney.