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Beaumont
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Port Cities Rescue Mission in Port Arthur is providing shelter services with 30+ beds and essential supplies as freezing weather is expected this weekend. Director Patricia Henderson urges anyone vulnerable to the cold to seek refuge after a homeless man died outside, emphasizing the need for community compassion. KFDM
- ➤ St. Martin de Porres Catholic Mission is hosting a Mardi Gras festival today in Cheek at 7467 Boyt Road, featuring a parade that starts at 1 p.m. (with early registration at Cheek Park), live music at 3 p.m., free gumbo, and family activities through sundown. 12 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ BB's Tex-Orleans will open a 3,700 sqft location at 2325 Calder Avenue this spring. The new restaurant offers Cajun-Texan dishes, a patio with seating and a children's play area — a nod to the chain’s Golden Triangle roots. Beaumont Enterprise
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old homeschooled student from Buna transformed a vacant floor at the local library into the Mind Works STEM Lab for his Eagle Scout project, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for today at 10 a.m. 12 News Now
- ➤ Lamar University now ranks first among Texas public universities with the lowest average student loan debt, thanks to strong scholarship and aid programs—more than 90 percent of full-time students receive aid and nearly half graduate with no debt. Officials say early financial planning has helped ease the financial burden for graduates. 12 News Now
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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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NRF 'Capes & Crowns' 5K Run
2:30-5 p.m. — 3930 Babe Zaharias Dr, Beaumont, TX — Fundraising race — Participate in this chip-timed run supporting local scholarships for the community.
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SOAR Family Day Celebration
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant butterfly display and family-friendly activities in the lovely gardens.
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