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Big Boy Engine: reviving railroad giants

Union Pacific Railroad Manager of Heritage Operations Ed Dickens will share his expertise in the restoration and operation of the Union Pacific No. 4014 Big Boy Engine – The World’s Largest Steam Locomotive.

Jefferson County commissioners appoint new county auditor

During the Jan. 2 special meeting of the Jefferson County Commissioners, First Assistant County Auditor Fran Lee was appointed Jefferson County Auditor for the unexpired term of former County Auditor Patrick Swain, effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31.

Alleged Jefferson County murderers on bond

Among 63 individuals facing murder charges within Jefferson County, a trio of accused killers remain out on bond, one in excess of a year.

Hunter education class for NISD students

The Nederland Police Department will host a hunter’s education class for Nederland ISD students, grades 5-12, on Monday, Jan. 15, in the cafeteria at C.O. Wilson Middle School, 2620 Helena Ave. The cost of the class is $15 and will be paid in cash at the start of class.

Blossoming Beaumont

As the pages of the calendar turn and the canvas of a new year unfolds, Kenneth Raggette, the director of Parks and Greenspace for the city of Beaumont, is not only welcoming the promise of a fresh start but is also delighted to witness the tangible progress made in realizing the goals set forth...

2022 crash claims continue into 2024

Now going on two years since a Texas-based billionaire was cited for drunkenly crashing into a half-dozen vehicles on a busy street in front of a west end Beaumont middle school, defendant Walter Eugene “Loddie” Naymola has yet to be seen inside of a Jefferson County courtroom.

Progress continues on Southeast Texas Food Bank distribution center

The Southeast Texas Food Bank is expanding its reach by establishing a second distribution center in Jasper, enhancing its service to eight neighboring counties. The construction of the J.H.

IEA celebrates 2023 accomplishments

By Kathie Platt Special to The Examiner On a Tuesday night in December, the LIT Multipurpose Center was decked in holiday cheer and filled to overflowing with community members and guests commemorating the season in honor of IEA-Inspire, Encourage, Achieve “Ben’s Kids” program participants.