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Lead pipe replacement needed in Beaumont homes

Beginning Oct. 16, provisions of the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Requirements went into effect in addition to previous lead and copper rule requirements.

Councilman announces intent to not seek re-election

Giving any potential contender plenty of time to run for the vacated seat, Beaumont Ward 1 Councilmember Taylor Neild announced he will not seek re-election to his seat, which is up for vote in May 2025.“After much thought and with the consultation of my family, I am announcing my decision not to...

Phelan preps for prosperous 2025

Nov. 12, the first day members of the Texas House could pre-file legislation for the upcoming 89th Legislature, Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan issued a statement regarding reserved low bill numbers and other proactive initiatives to ensure a collaborative and productive session.“With today’s...

Judge combats ‘false information’ about ESDs in Hardin County

Hardin County Judge Wayne McDaniel recently reached out to the community in hopes of correcting what he said is misinformation being spread concerning how the county’s eight emergency services districts (ESDs) are governed, how ESD commissioners are appointed and the relationship between ESDs and...

2024 Turkey Trot: Holiday race returns, benefiting Shorkey Center

Beaumont’s beloved annual Turkey Trot is back this Thanksgiving morning, the 34th annual installment to hosted by the Sea Rim Striders Run Club (SRS) at The Downtown Event Centre, 700 Crockett St. A key date for community members and fitness enthusiasts alike, the Turkey Trot offers a chance to...

Trio indicted for homicide caught on Ring camera

Oct. 30, three men were indicted for what investigators believe was a murder committed to cover a botched auto burglary.

Late educator remembered with named room at Regional Visitors Center

Family and friends, along with several county officials and dignitaries, attended an Oct. 16 dedication ceremony for the late Dr. Beverly Parker Conference Room at the Ben J. Rogers Regional Visitors Center in Beaumont.