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Jefferson County logo, courtesy image.

Jefferson County logo, courtesy image.

Fire claims woman’s life

News Staff
Friday, May 22, 2026
A 67-year-old woman, Lydia Aaron Reed, died in a house fire in south Jefferson County on May 15.Authorities said the fire was reported about 2:30 p.m. in the 18000 block of Kiker Road between Hamshire and Winnie. Firefighters from Jefferson County ESD No.
BPD logo, courtesy image.

BPD logo, courtesy image.

Motorcyclist killed in early morning crash

News Staff
Friday, May 22, 2026
A 42-year-old motorcyclist was killed in an early morning crash May 14, according to the Beaumont Police Department.Police said officers responded at 2:57 a.m. to the 5800 block of Calder Avenue in reference to a motorcycle crash. The driver, identified as Rashaad Coleman, was found on the ground.
Port Arthur Police Department logo, courtesy image.

Port Arthur Police Department logo, courtesy image.

Multi-vehicle crash kills five

News Staff
Friday, May 22, 2026
Four people were killed in a crash involving a passenger van, passenger bus and passenger car on State Highway 87 on May 18, according to the Sgt. Shana Clark of the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The crash occurred about 3:50 p.m. in the 3000 block of South Gulfway Drive.
The new Board of Managers appointed by TEA, from left to right: Elias Ibarra, Daniel Parker, Dariian Graves, Arthur Louis Jr., Sandi Massey, Desmond Bridges Sr., Laurie Leister and Jeff Wheeler

The new Board of Managers appointed by TEA, from left to right: Elias Ibarra, Daniel Parker, Dariian Graves, Arthur Louis Jr., Sandi Massey, Desmond Bridges Sr., Laurie Leister and Jeff Wheeler

New school board brings change to Beaumont ISD

Maddie Sims
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
The newly appointed Beaumont ISD Board of Managers held a roughly 20-minute special meeting May 5, officially hiring Sandi Massey as acting superintendent and making several policy changes, including accepting that the new superintendent is not properly credentialed for the job.
Crawford

Crawford

Family ties to the Alamo; friends through the ages

Maddie Sims
Thursday, May 14, 2026
The Alamo commemorated the 190th anniversary of The Battle of The Alamo on March 6 of this year, and many of its descendants attended the event. However, one such Southeast Texas descendent learned just how much his family history and close friends are tied together.
The Sabine River Authority (SRA) presented a $30,000 grant supporting improvements to the city's water system. Courtesy image.

The Sabine River Authority (SRA) presented a $30,000 grant supporting improvements to the city's water system. Courtesy image.

SRA gives $30K grant to Orange

News Staff
Monday, May 11, 2026
The city of Orange announced the Sabine River Authority (SRA) presented a $30,000 grant supporting improvements to the city's water system on May 1.
TXCPA logo, courtesy image.

TXCPA logo, courtesy image.

TXCPA recognizes award recipients

News Staff
Monday, May 11, 2026
April 29, the Texas Society of CPAs (TXCPA) Southeast Texas Chapter Meeting was held with Lamar University faculty and students to recognize this year’s award recipients.
Event logo, courtesy image.

Event logo, courtesy image.

Free admission to opening night of Orange carnival

News Staff
Monday, May 11, 2026
May 13, Claybar Funeral Home will sponsor free admission for the entire community on opening night of the Orange Lions Club Carnival. Now celebrating its 85th year, the carnival remains one of Orange’s most cherished traditions — mirroring Claybar’s enduring 80-year presence in the community.
Dr. John C. Hayek

Dr. John C. Hayek

New president appointed at LSCPA

News Staff
Monday, May 11, 2026
Interim President Dr. John C. Hayek, Ph.D., has been appointed as the next president of Lamar State College Port Arthur, pending approval by the Texas State University System Board of Regents at its May meeting.
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