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‘Hoo’s There?’

“Hoo’s There?” is a nature-based after school activity for fourth and fifth graders offering hands-on opportunity to solve an “owl mystery” by dissecting owl pellets with bones on Thursday, Oct. 19, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the Tyrrell Park Nature Center, 3930 Babe Zaharias Dr. in Beaumont.

Haunted House in Rebel territory

The Evadale VFD, 964 FM 105, is sponsoring its annual Haunted House on Oct. 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, 29 and 31 at the fire station. Entry opens at 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Evadale VFD scholarship program. Admission is $10.

Jefferson Co. Tax Assessor-Collector Allison Getz dies

Longtime Jefferson County Tax Assessor-Collector Allison Nathan Getz, 63, died on Oct. 10. Getz was elected tax assessor-collector and voter registrar in 2014 after a 20-year career as a senior financial advisor with Merrill Lynch.

Forums offer insight to workforce needs

Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas virtual business forums for employers return in October. Forums will take place for the health care, education, manufacturing, and transportation industries and allow employers to voice needs through direct participation.

'Under $100 Show' returns at BAL

Back by popular demand, the Beaumont Art League presents the “Under $100 Show” beginning Wednesday, Oct. 11 through Wednesday, Nov. 29, from noon until 5 p.m. with an opening reception Saturday, Oct. 14, from 7-9 p.m. in the Scurlock Gallery.

‘God, Family, Country’

Get ready to experience the heart and soul of country music as Craig Morgan brings his “God, Family, Country Tour” to the Lutcher Theater to kick off its 44th season on Sunday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m.

Put a hat on the dog and head downtown

Dogtoberfest is back in downtown Beaumont on Oct. 14, from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. This fur-filled day offers a “pawsit-tively” fun experience for all ages. Everyone and their dog will be there to participate in the Strut Your Mutt Parade, games, contests, and arts and crafts.

Vidor welcomes Green Thumb

The Vidor Chamber of Commerce hosted a grand opening ribbon cutting at Green Thumb Unlimited on Sept. 12, as owners Tracey and George Rich welcomed patrons to peruse the 6-in-1 garden center at 200 N. Main St.