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Tax assessor-collector retires in Hardin County

Dec. 31, Hardin County Tax Assessor-Collector Shirley McIntyre Cook entered retirement, after having served two decades at the courthouse. Cook was honored for her 20 years of service, including eight years in her current position Dec.

CHRISTUS gets in Christmas spirit

Christmas is a time for family, love, and joy – but, for children and families spending the holiday in the pediatric unit of CHRISTUS Southeast Texas – St. Elizabeth Hospital, the season comes with its own challenges.

25 years of Bicycles and Bibles

Threats of rain and traffic on the interstate didn’t keep Santa’s helpers from turning Doggett Ford Park into a workshop rivaling the North Pole on Dec. 15, preparing approximately 1,000 homes for the Christmas holiday.The gargantuan undertaking of Beaumont attorney and philanthropist Wayne A.

All Aboard! Holiday Express makes stop in Port Arthur

The magic of the holiday season rolled into the Port of Port Arthur on Dec. 12 as the CPKC Holiday Express made an unforgettable stop. This festive train, known for its dazzling lights and ability to bring out community spirit, typically visits over 150 towns across the U.S.

Illnesses hit Hardin County ahead of holiday break

Prior to the Christmas Break, Hardin County Judge Wayne McDaniel announced a whooping cough “outbreak” after at least 10 case confirmed cases of Pertussis were confirmed by the Hardin County Health Department.

Marker honors Beaumont officer slain in 1902

More than 70 attendees, mostly members of the Beaumont Police Department, gathered for a special ceremony Dec. 11 to honor Special Police Officer George Frederick, a Beaumont police officer who gave his life in the line of duty more than a century ago.

Candidates declare intent to shakeup Beaumont City Council

The race for Beaumont’s top leadership position is heating up as longtime Councilman At-Large and One City Church head pastor Randy Feldschau has officially entered the 2025 mayoral race. With Election Day set for May 3, Feldschau announced his candidacy Dec.