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Abbott allowing postponement of local elections until Nov. 3

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation suspending provisions of the Texas Election Code to allow political subdivisions to postpone their 2020 local elections.  This means local governments now have the ability to postpone their May 2, 2020 elections until November 3, 2020.

Favor suspends fees, offers runners relief in response to COVID-19

As restaurants across the state face the possibility of closing or transitioning to take-out only following disaster declarations due to coronavirus (COVID-19) in many Texas cities, Favor delivery service announced March 16 that it would be taking special measures to promote food delivery and to...

Hardin-Jefferson ISD will provide free meals to students

Hardin-Jefferson ISD has announced that Child Nutrition will be providing free meals via bus delivery beginning Thursday, March 19, from 8-9 a.m. and 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. They ask that parents complete the below form: https://forms.gle/95AbV7gTyHX81qVr8

Steak 'n Shake moves to drive-thru, online order takeout, delivery only

Steak 'n Shake in Beaumont is taking precautionary measures in light of coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns. The restaurant announced March 17 that it would be closing its dining room and only taking orders through the drive-thru, its website, app or area delivery services.

Lutcher Theater cancels remainder of the season

The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts is closed until further notice and has temporarily suspended all public performances and events beginning today, March 17, 2020 through April 30, 2020, in compliance with orders and recommendations regarding the coronavirus and social gatherings declared...

Jefferson County extends emergency declaration

With a curfew in effect for anyone under 18 and a mandate to limit gatherings to 50 or less, Jefferson County Commissioners and Judge Jeff Branick voted unanimously to extend the advisories to protect against coronavirus spread on March 17.

Port Arthur Child Nutrition Dept. Grab-N-Go Service

The Port Arthur Child Nutrition Department Grab-N-Go Service announced that breakfast (8 a.m. - 9 a.m.) and lunch (11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Texas Energy Museum Gala rescheduled for Sept. 17

In consideration of our community and according to the guidelines issued by the CDC, Jefferson County, and the City of Beaumont, the Texas Energy Museum has rescheduled Blowout 2020 for Thursday, September 17, 2020.

Gov. Abbott to activate Texas National Guard; updated Texas coronavirus numbers

Gov. Greg Abbott announced he is activating the Texas National Guard to help with the state's response to coronavirus, but "no National Guard need to be deployed at this time.

Parkdale Mall open on Tuesday

Many stores at Parkdale Mall in Beaumont are still open, according to mall staff, with the exception of the dining area in the food court. However, restaurants in the food court are still offering take away options.