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Beaulympics postponed until July 17

UPDATE: Due to the downpours, the inaugural Beaulympics have been postponed and moved to Saturday, July 17.

Violent felon arrested in joint operation

A 36-year-old Port Arthur resident was arrested for an outstanding warrant after a joint effort by Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputies, Port Arthur Independent School District (PAISD) officers, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO), Port Arthur police, Beaumont police and the U.S.

Beaumont resumes COVID-19 updates

Beaumont officials have resumed daily COVID-19 updates July 8, reporting 12 new cases in the area. According to data from the city’s release, the Beaumont area has confirmed 10,702 COVID-19 cases during the pandemic. To date, 185 local deaths are attributed to COVID-19.

Beaumont to host Jurassic-era guests

Aug. 7 and 8, Ford Park will play host to what promoters call the largest and most realistic dinosaur exhibit in North America.

IRS announces Child Tax Credit changes

Important changes to the Child Tax Credit will help many families get advance payments of the credit starting this summer, according to a news release from the IRS.  “The IRS will pay half the total credit amount in advance monthly payments beginning July 15,” read the release.

Orange County recruits K-9 deputies

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) announced the addition of two new deputies, K9 Rudy and K9 Phoenix, to the Patrol Division.

BPD seeks mall-area marauder

The Beaumont Police Department (BPD) is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a black man who allegedly robbed two people in the parking lot of Parkdale Mall.

Governor's commission announces funding for women-owned businesses

According to the Governor’s Commission for Women, female business leaders from each region of the state have the opportunity to enter a Pitch Competition to receive a $7,500 award from The Beacon State Fund.

Dr. Jaime R. Taylor confirmed President of Lamar University

The Board of Regents of the Texas State University System has confirmed Jaime R. Taylor, Ph.D., as the 16th president of Lamar University. Dr. Taylor was named sole finalist for the position earlier this month after an extensive national search. He will assume office on July 12. Dr.

Ford Park announces Koe Wetzel concert Oct. 29

Some artists break one or two rules. Koe Wetzel breaks pretty much all of them. The Texas-born singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer will perform at Ford Arena on Friday, Oct. 29, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets will go on sale Friday, July 1, at 10 a.m. via ticketmaster.com.