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Jefferson County judge in service 50 years – and counting

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
This year, the Honorable Lawrence “Larry” Thorne marks 50 years of service to the residents of the Jefferson County community where he was born and raised his family. Now, settled into a long-term position on the bench of the Drug Impact Court, Thorne shows no signs of quitting anytime soon.
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

Dannie Oliveaux
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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

News Staff
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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

Dannie Oliveaux
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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

Barbara Davis
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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.
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