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Branick and JC Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Cary Erickson at Sertoma

Branick and JC Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Cary Erickson at Sertoma

Sertoma selects Jefferson County judge as local, national Service to Mankind awardee

News Staff
Monday, October 25, 2021
The Aurora Golden Triangle Sertoma Club honored Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick for his many efforts on behalf of his constituents and the community he serves, including environmental initiatives and hurricane recovery endeavors, presenting Branick with the Service to Mankind Award during a...
Members of Surviving Parents of SETX, along with Jefferson County District Attorney Bob Wortham pose for a photo after being honored

Members of Surviving Parents of SETX, along with Jefferson County District Attorney Bob Wortham pose for a photo after being honored

Surviving parents host first gala

News Staff
Monday, October 25, 2021
In its ongoing endeavor to uplift and support parents who’ve suffered the loss of a child, Surviving Parents of SETX is holding its first annual red carpet event Saturday, Oct. 23, at the Major Event Center.

USW rejects ExxonMobil's latest proposal

News Staff
Monday, October 25, 2021
United Steelworkers (USW) Local 13-243 voted Oct. 19 not to ratify ExxonMobil’s latest proposal in contract negotiations, extending the ongoing lockout, which is well into its fifth month. USW announced the results following the vote.

COVID case trend continues downward descent

Scott McLendon
Monday, October 25, 2021
For the second straight week, Southeast Texas officials reported a downward trend in positive COVID-19 cases, along with a drop in hospitalizations, but still urge caution and vaccination ahead of the impending holiday season and the gatherings it entices.
Two people with one giving the other a vaccination. One is wearing a blue shirt and the other has medical gloves and is holding a vaccine.

Two people with one giving the other a vaccination. One is wearing a blue shirt and the other has medical gloves and is holding a vaccine.

Editorial: Healthy for the holiday

Don J. Dodd
Monday, October 25, 2021
It’s time for a reality check for many people who have refused, or been apathetic about, getting the COVID-19 vaccine. To get or not to get isn’t just a question of personal responsibility and safety, it’s one of compassion and empathy.
Beaumont student arrested

Beaumont student arrested

Beaumont student with gun arrested in TikTok video

Jennifer Johnson
Friday, October 22, 2021
Three suspects were arrested at the Beaumont United High School campus on Thursday, Oct. 21, after gunplay in the surrounding neighborhood led Beaumont police to the school in foot pursuit of suspects seen running to take refuge in the classes of BU. The incident occurred just after 9 a.m.
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