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Fireworks safety

As families gear up for Fourth of July festivities, CHRISTUS Health is urging the community to use extra caution with fireworks and to follow proper safety practices to prevent holiday injuries.According to the American Fireworks Standards Laboratory, more than 13,000 people suffered...

Never a bride

Orange Community Players is hosting open auditions for “Always A Bridesmaid” by Jones Hope Wooten, directed by Dexter Broussard, on July 13 and 14 at the Hattman theater, 3330 Bowling Ln. in Orange, beginning each day at 6:30 p.m. The production will run the weekends of Aug. 21 and Aug. 28.Current...

Celebrating with s’mores

Gather around a campfire and enjoy some s’mores with Sea Rim State Park, 19335 S. Gulfway Dr. in Sabine Pass, on July 4, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Adult entry fees are $4 each; children under 12 are admitted re of charge.Guests are encouraged to bring water, bug spray and sunscreen.

Free pet population help at BAC

Beaumont Animal Care (BAC), the city-backed animal shelter, is offering assistance to residents in the form of a free spay and neuter program, all in hope of curbing unwanted animals brought into the world without a home to live in.According to BAC, the main reason the shelter stays at maximum...

Community collaboration brings lifesaving healthcare to nearly 275 Southeast Texas Men Gift of Life, Port Arthur Health Department, Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas and community partners unite to expand access to preventive care

PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Nearly 275 Southeast Texas men took an important step toward protecting their future by participating in Gift of Life's FREE Men's Health & Prostate Cancer Screening on Saturday, June 27 at the Port Arthur Health Department, where healthcare professionals, civic leaders,...

DD7 issues statement on recent flooding

June 21, Jefferson County Drainage District No. 7 General Manager Allen D. Sims released a statement on social media concerning flooding.The district covers an area of 107.42 square miles and encompasses the cities of Port Arthur, Groves, Nederland and Port Neches and unincorporated areas of...

CHRISTUS Health urges fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July

As families gear up for Fourth of July festivities, CHRISTUS Health is urging the community to use extra caution with fireworks and to follow proper safety practices to prevent holiday injuries.According to the American Fireworks Standards Laboratory, more than 13,000 people suffered...

BISD adds new hiring event to June 20 Educator Job Fair

Beaumont ISD is expanding opportunities for prospective employees with the addition of a new hiring event during its upcoming Educator Job Fair on Saturday, June 20, from 9-11 a.m. at West Brook High School, 8750 Phelan Blvd.The event will feature on-the-spot job offers and same-day hiring for...

Law enforcement training June 23 at LHS

Lumberton ISD announced area law enforcement agencies will utilize select district facilities to conduct routine training exercises Tuesday, June 23.The district noted the training will take place in limited and secured portions of Lumberton High School, not affecting Summer School students and...