Good morning, Beaumont.

Southeast Texas restaurants may have less crawfish for Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras as Louisiana farms face labor shortages from visa delays and safety fears.

Locals like Nederland's Touch of Cajun are recruiting workers (with far fewer than usual available) to boost the harvest.

Beaumont's West Park Marketplace will soon host a new Qdoba at Phelan Boulevard.

Owner Damien Cope is investing $750,000 (renovating a 2,669 sqft space to build a full commercial kitchen, dining room and restrooms) with a soft opening planned for local first responders in early May.

The Beaumont Art League will host the Emotions of Red exhibit Saturday from 7-9 p.m. at the BAL on Gulf Avenue, displaying more than 100 art pieces by over 60 southeast Texas artists—also featuring an I Heart Art class for children with special needs to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Aimed Dance is hosting Couplets: an Evening of Dance and Music on Saturday, Feb.

14 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at For the Record (999 Calder Ave), featuring a fundraising dinner, live performances, and the debut of four new duets to mark its 20th anniversary and 6th season.

A rare total lunar eclipse will turn the moon red from Mar.

2 to Mar. 3, with 58 minutes of totality during a 5-hour, 39-minute event. Beaumont residents can safely watch the eclipse with the naked eye starting about 75 minutes before totality, around 5:04 to 6:02 a.m. local time.

Beaumont’s first Black city attorney, Sharae Reed, was celebrated during Black History Month and now inspires local youth and community leaders—she grew up in the city and credits her deep ties and faith for guiding her work.

County Judge Jeff Branick issued a burn ban today for unincorporated areas due to high fire danger from wildfires; the ban will last 10 days (it may be ended early or extended) and violators could face fines of up to $500 per offense.

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.

Mardi Gras Jeeps Parade

1 AM — Alice Keith Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mardi Gras with a colorful jeep parade through the family-friendly neighborhood.

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.

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.

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.

Muscadine Bloodline Live

8-10 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Ticket price not specified — Experience an electrifying live performance by Muscadine Bloodline in the historic venue.

Discussion of The Midnight Library

5-7 p.m. — Salata — Free entry — Engage in thoughtful discussions on life's meaning through the lens of Matt Haig's intriguing novel.