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Grants available from Jefferson Co. Tourism Committee

The Jefferson County Tourism Committee announced it is accepting applications for grants awarded to tourism related projects and events benefiting Jefferson County. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Friday, March 6 and are to be turned in to Kathi Hughes, director of the Ben J.

TEFA Program launches Feb. 4

At the midway point of National School Choice Week and with just a week remaining before applications open on Feb. 4, Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock is encouraging families to visit EducationFreedom.Texas.Gov to get ready for the launch of Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA).

Morning blaze destroys Nederland church

The Nederland Fire Department, along with assistance from Port Neches, Groves, and Port Arthur, helped extinguish a fire that destroyed the Seventh Avenue Baptist Church, located at 200 Seventh Ave., Jan. 25.The fire was reported about 6:30 a.

BPD K-9 dies from medical condition

The Beaumont Police Department (BPD) announced the passing of K-9 Drax, who died Jan. 22, at age 6, due to a recent decline in health due to serious medical conditions.Drax served with his partner, Officer Adam Little, since July 2020.

Hollyfield named Pinehurst police chief

During the Jan. 13 meeting of the Pinehurst City Council, Jason Hollyfield was sworn in as the new police chief.

Beaumont Zip Transit to adjust route during freeze

Due to hazardous road conditions caused by cold weather, ZIP Transit Bus and Paratransit Van services may experience delays beginning Friday, January 23 through Monday, January 26. The safety of passengers and employees remains ZIP Transit’s top priority.

Jefferson County Judge Branick signs Declaration of Disaster for winter storm

Jefferson County Judge Jeff R.

Ice Storm Warning issued for SETX area

An ice storm warning was issued January 23 at 10:56 a.m. until January 25 at 6 p.m. by the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, LA.WHAT: Total ice accumulations around a tenth to up to a half inch possible.WHERE: Portions of central, southwest, and west central Louisiana and southeast Texas.