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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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

Beaumont Children’s Museum proposes collaboration with Downtown Library

Executive Director Amanda Yarbrough with the Beaumont Children’s Museum was the first of many to address City Council at the Nov. 5 meeting, opening the discussion and asking council to consider allowing the museum to move into a collaborative space with the Downtown Library at 801 Pearl St.

Chamber exec that resigned amid health issues lands gig in San Angelo

Roughly two months after resigning as president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce, citing a significant health issue that necessitated his full attention, Steve Ahlenius has landed gig with a nearby Chamber of Commerce – with no reported medical...