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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.

Working man’s ‘Legend’ adds another named full scholarship to LU lineup

Being awarded a “full” university scholarship (room, board, tuition, books, etc.) is a life-changing event for incoming students, who have the burden removed of paying roughly $100,000 or more for a bachelor’s degree.

Tennis tourney set for holiday

The Southeast Texas Tennis Association (SETTA) will be celebrating the longest running tennis tournament in Texas, the 104th annual SETTA Labor Day Tennis Tournament, at the Beaumont Municipal Tennis Center on Aug. 23-25.

Beaumont City Council confirms new police chief

Beaumont City Council, during a packed meeting of the elected body July 30, confirmed longtime Beaumont Police Department (BPD) Capt. Tim Ocnaschek as the next police chief with a unanimous vote.