Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at Raintree Tower Apartments on French Road have dealt with a six-month elevator outage that limits access for seniors and disabled residents—calls for a permanent fix grow as management plans further inquiries after the holiday. FOX 4 Beaumont
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont celebrated MLK Day on Saturday, Jan. 17 with a parade along Highland Avenue and Lavaca Street. Former mayor Robin Mouton led the event as local groups enjoyed candy tosses, music, and dancing, setting a festive tone ahead of Monday’s national day of service (honoring Dr. King’s legacy). Beaumont Enterprise
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LIT purchased a Carestream DRX Mobile X‑Ray System to enhance radiology training by allowing students to practice with it in local labs before clinical rotations; instructors completed training with Carestream representatives so that the new equipment is ready for spring classes. Beaumont Enterprise
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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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Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
8:30-9:30 p.m. — 434 Fannin — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of romantic music by candlelight performed by a string quartet.
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Mardi Gras Jeeps Parade
1 AM — Alice Keith Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mardi Gras with a colorful jeep parade through the family-friendly neighborhood.
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Lecture on Texas Citrus Industry
6:30 p.m. — The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Explore the fascinating history of Texas' citrus industry at this informative lecture.
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