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Out & About with Albert July 14-20

Summer happenings So proud… of Dr. Mark Kubula, who during the Christus Southeast Health System annual medical staff meeting was presented with the 2022 Compassion, Excellence and Kindness Award. Kubala was recruited by the Sisters of Incarnate Word and started his work in Southeast Texas in 1966.

PHOTOS: Gift of Life Unite Texas

Where: Lamar University Photos by Brandon Gouthier

PHOTOS: Spindletop Rotary Awards

Where: JW's Patio Photos by Debbie Bridgeman

Jason Eady to perform at Courville's

A champion of the Texas honky tonk tradition, Jason Eady will perform at Courville’s on Thursday, July 21, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $50, which include a complimentary buffet dinner, and can be purchased online at courvillescatering.com.

LSCPA Variety Show

Whether it’s music, art, or drama you enjoy the most, Lamar State College Port Arthur will offer something you’ll love in its upcoming Summer Spectacular Variety Show on Thursday, July 14, at 1:30 p.m., Friday, July 15, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, July 16, at 2 p.m.

Movie nights – behind the curtain

It was more than a century ago that Americans began watching movies in a theater. It was June 19, 1905, when theater owners Harry Davis and John Harris showed a series of silent stories, which became insanely popular and led to the birth of the motion picture industry.

Lamar announces updated football schedule

With Lamar University’s expedited move to the Southland Conference, the league has released the updated football schedule for the 2022 season, a slate highlighted by 11 games and five home contests.

BREAKING: Lamar Cardinals will move to Southland Conference immediately for 2022-23 season

After accepting an invitation to return to the Southland Conference in early April, Lamar University has announced an early transition back to the league. Effective immediately, LU will officially be a full-fledged member of the league competing in 17 varsity sports.

Local Little League teams looking for championship wins

Nearly a dozen Little League teams from Southeast Texas are keeping their dreams of playing in the Little League World Series alive by advancing to the championship rounds of their respected Sectional Tournament.

Comedian Rickey Smiley to perform at Julie Rogers Theatre on Oct. 21

Comedian Rickey Smiley will perform at the Julie Rogers Theatre on Friday, Oct. 21, at 8 p.m. Ticket prices start at $50 and can be purchased online at ticketmaster.com beginning Friday, July 15, at 10 a.m.