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McFaddin-Ward House lecture to feature The National WWII Museum

The McFaddin-Ward House will present “WWII Lessons and Legacies: The National WWII Museum’s Arsenal of Democracy Exhibit and Manufacturing Victory for the Allies,” a free public lecture by Dr. Michael Bell on Thursday, April 18, at 6:30 p.m.

Mental Health Matters Luncheon

The world is constantly changing – for better or for worse – and it can be overwhelming to deal with everything going on around you.

Rumors, innuendos, no reported investigations take off at BISD campuses

Beaumont ISD students are abuzz with allegations of sexual misconduct by more than one of their teachers, but administrators have little to report as stated investigations into the claims are still being vetted through various channels.

EDITORIAL: Billionaires plotting takeover of Texas House

The following editorial reflects the views of Don J. Dodd, Publisher/CEO of The Examiner Corporation. Jeff Yass, a multi-billionaire and the wealthiest man in Pennsylvania has made substantial political donations – much of his money ending up right here in Southeast Texas.

Texas turns blue for child abuse prevention

With April dedicated as Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) announced Wear Blue Day as Friday, April 5, for supporters to show solidarity in the cause; supporters are asked to use #GoBlueDay on social media platforms to show support of Child...

McFaddin-Ward House welcomes new registrar, assistant curator

The McFaddin-Ward House announced Beaumont native Katherine McAtee as the museum’s new registrar and assistant curator, assisting Curator of Collections Victoria Tamez with a variety of curatorial work, including cataloguing of McFaddin-Ward collections in accordance with standard museum practices,...

MKCHS students ‘Spring into Action’

Monsignor Kelly Catholic High School (MKCHS) reported success in its annual “Spring into Action Day” on March 22, a testament to the school's commitment to community service and the values of compassion and generosity, according to Director of Marketing Morgan Lighty.

Judge allows accused murderer freedom for family events

Not part of an April Fool’s Day joke on April 1, John Joseph Gutierrez, the accused shooter that evaded law enforcement for an extended period of time following the 2023 Easter weekend murder of Houston father Javoris Potier at a trail ride in Cheek attended by hundreds, appeared in court to ask...