Celebrating the Texas Transportation Commission (TTC)-approved historic $240 million in funding for Texas ports at the end of 2023, guests gathered in Port Arthur to welcome two legislators that helped secure $66 million of that allotment in funding to four Southeast Texas ports to help increase…
The Texas State University System (TSUS) and Quanta Services have partnered to build a premiere model for university system and industry collaboration. The partnership will support Quanta Services’ goal of recruiting, training, and developing a strong and capable workforce while offering training…
Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) announced the success of its students at the North America Process Technology Association National Troubleshooting Competition, held at the College of the Mainland in Texas City on April 18-19.Out of a field of 24 teams, LIT's Process Operating students showcased…
Texas is the fastest growing state in the nation, and with rapid growth comes an increased demand for electricity. As the demand for power grows in Southeast Texas, many homeowners and businesses are requesting cleaner energy options to help support their climate and environmental goals. “…
Gov. Greg Abbott sent a letter April 18 directing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) to create a task force to address healthcare workforce shortages in order to meet the demands of our growing state and provide students with the tools they need to succeed. “The State of…
Spindletop Center and it’s Consumer Advocacy Advisory Committee (CAAC) will be holding a “Release the Stigma” butterfly release at the Shangri-La Botanical Gardens,2111 W Park Ave., in Orange on Friday, April 19 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The event is meant to help fight the stigma associated with…
April 15, Gov. Greg Abbott yesterday met with Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. ("Samsung") President and CEO Kye Hyun Kyung and other executives at the Governor’s Mansion in Austin to celebrate Samsung’s continued partnership with Texas and investment of more than $40 billion in the state. This…
The American Shrimp Processors Association (ASPA) is taking aggressive action to combat imports of shrimp from India that were made with forced labor and tainted by other labor abuses. On March 20, reports emerged regarding horrific labor conditions in India’s shrimp industry, including forced…
BBB Southeast Texas and BBB Education Foundation announced The Spark Leadership Summit with Presenting Sponsor, G&G Enterprises. This inaugural event is Thursday, April 25, 2024, at the MCM Elegante Hotel & Conference Center in Beaumont.“Education is the foundation for growth. G&G…
Texas Speaker of the House Dade Phelan announced on April 2 the creation of a select committee to examine advancements in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies (AI/ET) and the economic, ethical and societal implications of those advancements. The five-member House Select Committee…
April 2, Gov. Greg Abbott celebrated Texas’ continuing economic expansion as new data recently released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis shows the Texas economy again growing faster than the nation as a whole. In the fourth quarter of 2023, real gross domestic product (GDP) for Texas grew at an…
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Lamar University is set to usher in a new era of academic excellence and national prominence,…
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The Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce and Beaumont Chamber Foundation announced the launch of…
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The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program offers free tax preparation and e-filing of…
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Celebrating the Texas Transportation Commission (TTC)-approved historic $240 million in funding for Texas ports at the end of 2023, guests gathered in Port Arthur to welcome two legislators that helped secure $66 million of that allotment in funding to four Southeast Texas ports to help increase
