Good Day
Beaumont
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Retired Justice of the Peace Paul Brown shares his life story on KFDM 6 News every Tuesday this February. He explains how he rose from poverty in Jennings to become a teacher, broker, and community leader in Beaumont. KFDM
- ➤ United Way of Beaumont held its 2026 Empty Bowls Program and Luncheon on Feb. 11 — gathering community leaders, partners, and volunteers to honor Top Gem winners in the Ladies in Red ceremony while raising over $56,000 for local families. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ Mardi Gras Southeast Texas returns to Doggett Ford Park this weekend with a wiener dog race at 2 p.m. Saturday, alongside parades, live entertainment, and family activities—tickets cost $10 for early bird entry and $20 for all-day access, with free parking. 12 News Now
- ➤ Drivers in Beaumont should expect delays tonight during rush hour on I-10 westbound near Forrest Street and the Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum, with traffic easing by Toccoa Street while U.S. 69 slows near Kenwood Drive and Fannett Road. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ Three Rivers Council and Scouting America are launching the 2nd Annual Bags & Barrel Bingo in Beaumont, where participants can enjoy prizes, laughs & community spirit. Tickets are available online for this fun evening event. FOX 4 Beaumont
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fiery Crab, a Cajun seafood restaurant, is set for a soft opening next week at 3825 Interstate 10 Access Rd. in a venue (formerly home to Nashville Hot Chicken Shack) that is hosting an in-store job fair and will test-run its menu on Feb. 18 at 11:00 a.m. Beaumont Enterprise
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Noon anchor Patrina Adger read to second graders in Mrs. Burrell's classroom on Tuesday at Dishman Elementary as part of Beaumont ISD’s ROAR program (a weekly reading initiative), where students shared two favorite books while building reading confidence. KFDM
- ➤ The McFaddin-Ward House Museum will host a free lecture called 'The Juicy Story of the Texas Citrus Industry' by Dale Murden on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the museum's Visitor Center Lecture Hall—doors open at 6 p.m. and seating is limited. KFDM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A judge ordered a burn ban for Orange County until next Wednesday to reduce fire risk during high fire danger, and violators face fines up to $500 per offense. FOX 4 Beaumont
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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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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.
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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.
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Do The Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — MacKenzie's Pub — 25% OFF with code LUCKY25 until February 21st — Celebrate early with drinks and festive fun in Beaumont.
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