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Pedestrian killed in crash

April 28, at approximately 10:46 p.m., Beaumont Police Department (BPD) officers responded to the 400 block of MLK in reference to an auto-pedestrian crash. Upon arrival, officers located a deceased male in the roadway.

Car crashes into Lumberton coffee shop

The Lumberton Police Department reported a car slammed into the front of Good Grounds Coffee + Cafe, located in The Refinery in the 700 block of South Main Street, around 10:40 a.m. April 23.

Girls’ Haven announces new program director

Girls’ Haven Inc. announced Alexis Smith as the new program director.According to Girls’ Haven, Smith will lead the development and implementation of programs that support the girls’ growth, healing, and overall well-being.

LISD recognizes top teachers, paraprofessionals

Lumberton ISD announced its 2026 Teachers & Paraprofessionals of the Year in: Lumberton High School — Teacher: Chris Paine, Paraprofessional: Kristen Crane; Lumberton Middle School — Teacher: Rebekah Bernard, Paraprofessional: Stephanye Stewart; Lumberton Intermediate School — Teacher: Nichole...

Jefferson County auto dealers mut process at courthouse

“To streamline efficiency and maintain consistency with practices in other counties, the Jefferson County Tax Assessor-Collector Office in Beaumont will become the sole location processing all Auto Dealer work and auto transactions from financial institutions, effective May 4,” announced the office...

AG secures win over Live Nation monopoly

April 15, Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a verdict that Live Nation Entertainment Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ticketmaster LLC (“Live Nation”), are liable for monopolizing multiple markets in the ticketing and live entertainment industry.

TWC announces funding opportunity for adult diploma program

The Texas Workforce Commission is accepting applications for its Workforce Diploma Pilot Program, which supports programs that help adult learners obtain a high school diploma, earn industry-recognized credentials and develop employability skills.

PNGISD approves leadership positions

Three leadership positions were approved and filled during the monthly Port Neches-Groves ISD Board of Trustees meeting at the district administration building on April 13.Dr.

JP expresses concern over ‘Mafia’ games

Jefferson County Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Justin Chesson expressed concern on social media about activities referred to as “Mafia” or “Assassin” games.Officials said students playing these games while driving in residential areas create serious safety risks and have urged them to stop.

10-ton weights crash into SUV

April 17, Beaumont Police Department officers responded at 8:08 a.m. to Walden Road and Fannett Road for a traffic incident.A Toyota SUV was stopped at the intersection waiting to turn when a semitruck carrying two 10-ton weights lost its load, causing the weights to strike the rear of the SUV.