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Burn ban currently in effect for Jefferson County

Jefferson County Judge Branick has declared a burn ban, effective immediately Feb. 10, due to the increased risk of wildfires and hazardous conditions in the region, according to a news release.

Beaumont Farmers Market accepting vendors for spring of 2026

The Beaumont Farmers Market is now accepting vendors for spring of 2026. The farmers market is currently looking for:Produce Farmers/Backyard GrowersPickled Items/Salsas Jellies/JamsA Meat VendorDog Treats/Pet Items (Applicants must be licensed to sell dog treats.

City of Beaumont to host community charette for city development plan

The City of Beaumont will kick off its five-day charette, Feb. 9 from 5-7 p.m. at the Downtown Event Centre, to gather feedback on its updated Comprehensive Plan. A public charrette is a community meeting where residents, designers, and officials work together to shape a plan or project.

Not guilty verdict rendered in child sex abuse trial

Feb. 2, 2026, from the office of GALMOR, STOVALL & GILTHORPE:A 40-year-old Mexican national living in Beaumont, Texas, has been acquitted of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child in Jefferson County, TX. A jury found Leonel Enrique Dominguez not guilty on February 6, 2026.

Orange: City crews working to fix water line break on Park Avenue

City crews are actively working to repair a water line break on Park Avenue between 13th Street and 15th Street in Orange. Businesses and residents in the area may experience temporary low or no water pressure and possible discoloration until repairs are completed.

CHRISTUS Health emphasizes importance of heart health for SETX

As February is American Heart Month, CHRISTUS Health emphasizes the importance of heart health in Southeast Texas.American Heart Month was established to bring awareness to the body's most vital organ and educate people on how to keep it healthy.

Patients can pay some direct primary care expenses with health savings account funds

Patients who see physicians in direct primary care medical practices can now use their health savings account funds to pay their associated membership fees, because of new federal regulations that took effect in early 2026, the Texas Medical Association (TMA) reported in a press release.

City of Orange Boat Ramp closing for launching Feb. 6-9

The City of Orange Boat Ramp will be closed for launching from Friday, February 6 at 10 p.m. through Sunday, February 9 at noon during the Mardi Gras parade staging this weekend.

SNAP replacement benefits extension available

Gov. Greg Abbott announced Jan.