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Beaumont
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Baptist Hospital welcomed its first baby of 2026 at 5:00 a.m. on Jan. 1 in Beaumont. Newborn Nicholas Barnes III (third child for his mother, Nykiera Shelton) marks a joyful start to the new year for the community. FOX 4 Beaumont
- ➤ 2025 challenged Southeast Texas with severe weather and safety issues while driving change, as Beaumont held its first bond election in over 40 years and the school district faced a state takeover before the new school year; meanwhile, community efforts like ToyFeast and peaceful Buddhist monk visits brought hope. KFDM
- ➤ Families kicked off 2026 on Jan. 1 at Village Creek State Park by joining First Day Hikes, where they enjoyed guided hikes, yoga with a ranger and bike rides to boost future visits. The event offered multiple ways for locals to reconnect with nature. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ Baptist Hospital welcomed Beaumont’s first newborn of 2026 when Nicholas Barnes III was born at 5:00 a.m. on New Year’s Day (weighing 5 lbs 9 oz and measuring 17 inches) as his mother, Nykiera Shelton, celebrated an early start to the new year. KFDM
- ➤ Beaumont small business owners and city leaders urge residents to shop locally as the new year begins, aiming to boost economic growth and offset challenges after Monterey House closed (after 62 years of service); the Beaumont Chamber of Commerce said more openings are planned soon. FOX 4 Beaumont
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont leaders and business owners urge residents to shop locally at the start of the new year to support job growth and economic momentum. Trust Bistro owner Tiffany Guillory — who said every purchase helps keep jobs — and councilman Joey Hilliard stressed local support as more shops are scheduled to open. KFDM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Danny Terrier, a 22-year-old Beaumont-trained dancer now based in LA, energized the Rose Parade in Pasadena on New Year's Day. He later joined the grand finale at the Rose Bowl Parade and now stars in new shows aboard the Norwegian Luna. FOX 4 Beaumont
- ➤ Danny Terrier from Beaumont wowed audiences at Pasadena's Rose Parade on New Year’s Day, performing with Bishop Briggs, Charlie Worsham, and singers during the grand finale. The 22-year-old now stars in new shows aboard the Norwegian Luna and plans future visits home. KFDM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fishing guides report that local lakes offer mid-50s water temperatures and varied fishing action this week, as anglers learn that spots like Sam Rayburn and Toledo Bend show good bass+crappie opportunities in shallow+deep areas. Beaumont Enterprise
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Beaumont Pardi Gras 2026
7-11:30 p.m. — Beaumont Civic Center — Charity event — Celebrate Mardi Gras while supporting Southeast Texas Circle of Hope's fundraising efforts.
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2026 Economic Forecast Luncheon
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Holiday Inn & Suites Beaumont-Plaza — $750 for a table of 8 or $50 individual seat — Join Dr. M. Ray Perryman for insights into the economic landscape of 2026.
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Classic Movie Night: Ghostbusters II
7-11 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Cost TBA — Enjoy a classic screening of Ghostbusters II at a beloved local venue.
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Liverpool Legends Tribute Show
6-8 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Cost Info — Relive the magic of The Beatles with a captivating tribute performance by Liverpool Legends.
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