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Double-digit sentence handed down for double-digit DWI charge

Despite the defendant’s assertion that, after her 10th DWI, she has finally learned her lesson, 252nd District Court Judge Raquel West delivered a decisive message April 15, sentencing Katherine Sarah Welch, 50, to 18 years in prison for a 10th charge related to driving while intoxicated.

Financial transparency lacking among candidates

During an attempt to peruse Campaign Finance Reports for the Port Arthur Mayoral election on April 8, The Examiner discovered that only one of four mayoral candidates had submitted their report of campaign contributions and expenditures by the April 3 deadline: Charlotte Moses.

EMS partnership aims to reduce response times, improve patient care

Less crowded emergency rooms and faster Beaumont EMS response times are on the horizon, according to Beaumont Fire Chief Earl White, as he anticipates a new health care partnership with Right Site Health within the next 60 – 90 days.

Beaumont City Council revises financial policy amid concerns over ‘deficit’ spending

At the March 25 Beaumont City Council meeting, members debated the city’s financial policies, ultimately voting to change the definition of a “balanced budget.