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5010 Haden Road, Beaumont

5010 Haden Road, Beaumont

Second man sentenced for Beaumont carjacking

Jennifer Johnson
Monday, January 25, 2021
Thaddiaus Joseph Thomas, 34, of Beaumont, has been sentenced to serve 198 months in federal prison, according to a judgment handed down by U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone on Friday, Jan. 22. Thomas pleaded guilty on Aug.
Brent Weaver is sworn in as county commissioner

Brent Weaver is sworn in as county commissioner

Court to replace retiring commissioner

Scott McLendon
Monday, January 25, 2021
Following Jefferson County Commissioner Brent Weaver's announcement of his intent to retire, County Judge Jeff Branick revealed the court's pick for a replacement Jan. 25.  Retired Nederland Police Chief Darrell Bush was tapped to take Weaver's position until it expires in 2022.
Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont confirms 50 new COVID-19 cases Jan. 22

News Staff
Friday, January 22, 2021
Beaumont confirmed 50 new COVID-19 cases and zero deaths Jan. 22, according to data from the city's Public Health Department. According to data from the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Jefferson County confirmed 45 new cases and four new deaths Jan. 22.
100 pounds of fake weed seized in Port Arthur raid

100 pounds of fake weed seized in Port Arthur raid

100 pounds of fake weed seized in Port Arthur raid

Jennifer Johnson
Friday, January 22, 2021
The Port Arthur Police Department’s Narcotics and Guns Unit, accompanied by SWAT, executed a search warrant Jan. 21 in the 3200 block of 9th Street for the possession of synthetic marijuana. Approximately 100 pounds of the synthetic drug was seized, along with a firearm.
Residents watch trustee proceedings from outside after the board room was filled to its COVID capacity

Residents watch trustee proceedings from outside after the board room was filled to its COVID capacity

BISD nixes name change

Scott McLendon
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Culminating in a failed 2-5 vote Jan. 21, the Beaumont Independent School District (BISD) Board of Trustees decided against renaming the BISD Memorial Stadium.
Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont confirms 66 new COVID-19 cases Jan. 21

News Staff
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Beaumont confirmed 66 new COVID-19 cases Jan. 21, according to data from the city's Public Health Department. Physicians suggest residents purchase a pulse oximeter to monitor oxygen saturation. If that level drops below 92, immediate medical attention should be sought.
West Brook High School

West Brook High School

Campus closed due to COVID

Jennifer Johnson
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
“Due to a significant number of students and staff members that have either tested positive for COVID-19 or are in quarantine due to exposure, West Brook High School will close for on-campus learning for five school days,” an announcement from the Beaumont Independent School District (BISD) alerted...
Three suspects are wanted for a Jan. 18 aggravated robbery in Hamshire.

Three suspects are wanted for a Jan. 18 aggravated robbery in Hamshire.

Trio robs Hamshire store

Jennifer Johnson
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects involved in an aggravated robbery that occurred Monday night, Jan. 18, around 11:30 p.m. at the Cowboy Travel Plaza, 24790 IH 10 in Hamshire.
Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont confirms 73 new COVID-19 cases Jan. 19

News Staff
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Beaumont confirmed 73 new COVID-19 cases Jan. 19, according to data from the city's Public Health Department. Physicians suggest residents purchase a pulse oximeter to monitor oxygen saturation. If that level drops below 92, immediate medical attention should be sought.
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