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Lamar University switching to online classes

Lamar University notified students that classes will be solely online following Spring Break. In a notice sent to students, LU President Ken Evans announced: The global impact of COVID-19, also called coronavirus, continues to grow as we work to keep our students, faculty and staff safe.

Beaumont retirement community to limit visitation as coronavirus pandemic continues

Buckner Retirement Services will implement a limited access visitation policy as a safety measure against the rapid advance of COVID-19, also known as coronavirus.

CHRISTUS dispels rumors of Beaumont COVID-19 patients

CHRISTUS Southeast Texas released a statement regarding rumors making the rounds online, alleging there are confirmed cases at their facility in Beaumont.  "We understand that the potential impact of COVID-19 and its presence in Beaumont and surrounding areas is a constantly evolving situation.

Church chat concerns coronavirus

Pastor Randy Feldschau of Cathedral Church, 2350 Eastex Freeway in Beaumont, is inviting the community to attend a forum aimed at addressing the coronavirus pandemic – and its impact on Southeast Texas.

BISD schools remain open

All Beaumont ISD schools will be open March 12 and 13 and operate on a regular schedule, according to district officials. BISD officials became aware of posts being circulated on social media, announcing the closure of some schools — these are false.

United Way's annual "Day of Caring"

United Way of Beaumont & North Jefferson County will host its third annual “Day of Caring” (DOC) from 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on Friday, March 27, to connect local businesses and their employees with volunteer projects in the Beaumont-North Jefferson County region.

First possible community spread case of coronavirus may have hit Texas in Montgomery County

Local health officials on Wednesday said they did not know how a Houston-area man who tested positive for the new coronavirus this week had become infected, suggesting the possibility of the first signs of community spread of the virus within Texas.

BREAKING: Houston Rodeo canceled

The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo will cancel its remaining schedule due to growing concerns of the Coronavirus, according to a report by Houston television station ABC 13. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is expected to announce the cancellation during a noon press conference.

TCEQ infrared aircraft to fly over SETX

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has contracted a helicopter and pilot to conduct aerial surveys around the Corpus Christi area this past week, with the agency set to secure the same surveys over the Beaumont/Port Arthur area in the near future.

Lumberton approves game room ordinance

In an effort to address issues that accompany what the city manager calls "growing pains," the Lumberton City Council unanimously approved an ordinance restricting game rooms within the municipality.