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Georgia and Nelson Campbell are recognized for 45 years as election workers in Hardin County.

Georgia and Nelson Campbell are recognized for 45 years as election workers in Hardin County.

Elderly couple recognized for 45 years as election workers

For the past 45 years, Nelson and Georgia Campbell have been a staple in the election process for registered voters in their Lumberton precinct at the Lumberton Church of Christ on West Chance Cut-Off Road. Nov.
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Wall of Honor for Women in Uniform unveiled

By April Thompson LU Communications SpecialistLamar University has unveiled a new permanent tribute to women in uniform — military veterans and first responders — with the dedication of the Wall of Honor.
The building, which once housed the former Kmart and Conn’s corporate office, will be the new Veterans Affair (VA) Outpatient Clinic.

The building, which once housed the former Kmart and Conn’s corporate office, will be the new Veterans Affair (VA) Outpatient Clinic.

New VA outpatient clinic site in Beaumont

Nov. 14, the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center announced the selection of a site location for the future Beaumont Veterans Affair (VA) Outpatient Clinic.
District Chief Josh Fowler is honored by Chief Earl White in celebration of retirement after 24 years of service to the department.

District Chief Josh Fowler is honored by Chief Earl White in celebration of retirement after 24 years of service to the department.

Beaumont Fire and Rescue celebrates service milestones, new hires

Beaumont Fire and Rescue held its annual pinning and promotion ceremony Nov. 13, adding seven firefighters and four EMS workers to the crew, as well as retiring a combined 106 years of service.
Sal Guerrero, Jim McIngvale and Robert Kiker

Sal Guerrero, Jim McIngvale and Robert Kiker

Legacy of Generosity: YMBL and ‘Mattress Mack’ unite for community impact

As the season of giving takes center stage, the Young Men’s Business League (YMBL) of Beaumont found it perfectly fitting to host one of the region’s most renowned philanthropists and inspirational figures, Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale, as the guest speaker during the annual YMBL Members Welcome...
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Gavin DeGraw to headline CHRISTUS Gala

Gavin DeGraw will captivate audiences at the 42nd annual CHRISTUS Southeast Texas Foundation Gala. The Grammy Award-nominated and multi- platinum singer-songwriter will lead a night of meaningful impact Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Beaumont Civic Center.
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Beaumont blames Mardi Gras of SETX for split

After dedicating more than a halfmillion dollars of taxpayer money to ensure Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas’ success over the past few years, city of Beaumont officials released in a prepared statement, the municipality will not partner with the event provider for the 2025 local edition of Mardi...
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Lamar University announces massive baseball upgrade

Pending approval of the Texas State University System Board of Regents on Thursday, Nov. 21, Lamar University will be constructing a new state-of-art building at Vincent-Beck Stadium due to an elite gift from Teri and Glen Morgan, according to the TSUS Board of Regents agenda.
Jelly Roll (Photo by Chad Cooper)

Jelly Roll (Photo by Chad Cooper)

Concert photos: Jelly Roll

WHO: The Beautifully Broken Tour featuring Jelly Roll, Ernest, Shaboozey & Allie ColleenWHERE: Toyota Center, HoustonWHEN: Sunday, Nov. 16, 2024Photos by Chad Cooper Chad Cooper is the Entertainment Editor. Contact cooper@theexaminer.com