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Leak impacts Nederland residential water

Early in the morning of Aug. 18, the city of Nederland experienced a severe water leak on Nederland Avenue near the DD7 canal, the city advised residents. Temporary repairs were completed the same day, with crews completing the repair Aug. 19.

Buckingham celebrates completion of HAP in SETX

Aug. 8, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., visited the area to announce successful completion of the Homeowner Assistance Program (HAP) in Southeast Texas, a reported pivotal milestone in the region’s recovery from Hurricane Harvey and other disasters.

Chevron requests Wildlife Preserve acreage

In a meeting set for Thursday, Aug. 22, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will consider authorizing a pipeline easement of approximately 3 acres at the J.D. Murphree Wildlife Management Area in Jefferson County to Chevron Phillips Chemical (Chevron).

Couple charged in sex assault pregnancy of 12-year-old caught threatening victim from jail

A couple charged in the sexual assault of a 12-year-old that birthed a child belonging to the male assailant has been threatening the victim from jail, according to evidence presented in an Aug. 14 hearing in the Jefferson County Criminal District Court.

LU visitor relocated to nearby marsh

Aug. 6, the Lamar University Police Department contacted Beaumont area game wardens to report that a “small,” four-to-five-foot alligator became a little too friendly at the Spindletop Museum, the Texas Game Warden agency reported.

City Attorney: Beaumont council violates charter ‘on a daily basis’

Although the Beaumont City Council members violate the city charter, or rules of local law that govern the city, “on a daily basis,” according to City Attorney Sharae Reed, there is little to be done about the councilmembers’ indiscretions.

LISD updates stadium policy for photographers, eliminates fee

After an online petition and comments on social media clamoring for full access to Lumberton ISD’s sports field without a $100 fee, Lumberton ISD officials decided to waive the previously announced fee for photography opportunities at Raider Stadium.

Shorkey Center introduces pediatric paddleboarding classes

The Shorkey Education and Rehabilitation center has provided a new way for children to get out of the house this summer and learn a new hobby while developing their minds and bodies.