Posted by: Jana Stone
on Jul 07, 2010
AUSTIN - TEXAS ATTORNEY GENERAL. On July 6,2010 the U.S. Coast Guard confirmed that tar balls from BP's Deepwater Horizon were located on Texas shores. While we do not yet know--and cannot yet calculate--the ultimate damage this ecological and economic disaster will inflict upon the state of Texas, we do know that BP will be held fully financially accountable for the costs incurred by the taxpayers when state and local governments engage in clean-up and response efforts. Equally important, BP will also be held responsible for the economic harm suffered by coastal businesses, fisherman, landowners, individuals and communities as a result of the Deepwater Horizon spill.
Over the last few weeks, the Office of the Attorney General has participated in an ongoing series of meetings and conference calls with BP, Gulf State attorneys general, the U.S. Department of Justice and relevant Texas state government agencies to prepare for the State's legal response in the event oil from the Deepwater Horizon reached our shores. BP has repeatedly assured us that they will fully compensate communities, businesses, individuals and governmental entities that incur costs because of this oil spill. To ensure that BP fulfills its promises, this morning I spoke with Jack Lynch, BP's General Counsel, to request that BP provide $25 million to fund Texas' response and clean-up efforts--just as it did for each of the other Gulf Coast states. That request was formalized in a letter sent to BP earlier today.
Posted by: Jana Stone
on Jul 01, 2010
Travelers and residents headed to the beach this weekend in Galveston County are being urged to first check with Galveston's Office of Emergency Management for road closings and re-openings.
Highway 87 to SH 124 was closed Wednesday due to water over the roadway.
Posted by: Jana Stone
on Jun 30, 2010
From U.S. Attorney'S Office - U.S. Attorney John M. Bales
announced Tuesday that 28 individuals have been arrested and charged with federal drug violations in the Eastern District of Texas.
Posted by: Jana Stone
on Jun 22, 2010
The Nederland City pool opens Tuesday at 2 p.m. If you're a resident bring a water bill or driver's license to the pool so you can register.
Posted by: Jana Stone
on Jun 18, 2010
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CAMPBELL SOUP CO. IS RECALLING 15 MILLION POUNDS OF SPAGHETTIOS WITH MEATBALLS AFTER A COOKER MALFUNCTIONED AT ONE OF THE COMPANY'S PLANTS IN PARIS TEXAS AND LEFT THE MEAT UNDERCOOKED.
Posted by: Jana Stone
on Jun 11, 2010
The Jefferson County Adult Protective Services Board Present the 1st Annual Senior Symposium for Seniors, Caregivers & Professionals.
Education "Advocacy" Awareness
Posted by: Jana Stone
on Jun 07, 2010
WHAT: FREE MAMMOGRAMS
WHEN: JUNE 22 & JUNE 30
Posted by: Jana Stone
on May 27, 2010
The City of Beaumont will close the intersection of Calder Avenue and 11th streets Friday May 28 for the next phase of the multi-million dollar drainage improvement project.
The intersection will be closed for about two weeks. Detour signs will direct drivers.
Posted by: Jana Stone
on May 18, 2010
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A tragic fire has claimed the life of three small children.
An account has been set up at any Capitol One Bank with Account # 3314469134
Posted by: Jana Stone
on May 18, 2010
Someone shot and killed Allison Neil Clark while she was driving on West Port Arthur Road with her 3-year old daughter. The daughter was unharmed.
