In the May 21, 2007, edition of the Southeast Texas Record, the story on newly elected mayor Becky Ames incorrectly stated that she was a graduate of Texas A&M University.
The Rev. Sinclair Oubre, director of the Apostleship of the Sea ministry, hosted the 20th annual Maritime Day ceremony on May 22 at the Port of Port Arthur. As barge and tug traffic slid past in the background, dozens gathered at the Port of Port Arthur to remember those that make their living, and sometimes lose their lives, serving at sea.