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Beaumont
Monday, February 17th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ James Leonard Broussard, the founder of Broussard's Barbecue in Beaumont, Texas, has died at the age of 85. KFDM
- ➤ Due to inflation, the Southeast Texas Food Bank now spends up to $2.3 million annually on food, significantly higher than their usual $600,000-$800,000, according to President/CEO Harvey Zernial. KFDM
- ➤ James Leonard Broussard, beloved founder of Broussard's BBQ in Beaumont, Texas, known for his extensive community contributions, passed away at 85. 12 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Beaumont resident alerted police to a masked man with a machete, leading to the arrest of 63-year-old Mitchell Sylvester for aggravated robbery. 12 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southeast Texas Stages presents the Tony-winning musical 'Avenue Q,' a humorous adult parody featuring both human and puppet characters grappling with life's challenges, running from Feb. 21 to March 9. Beaumont Enterprise
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont Independent School District is set to assume control of Jones-Clark Elementary, Fehl-Price Elementary, and Smith Middle School for the 2025-2026 school year after Third Future Schools announced it would end its contract early unless provided with an additional $3 million for salaries. 12 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Beaumont City Council debates the budgetary impact of a newly agreed contract with the firefighters' union, anticipating a 14% salary increase over three years amidst a rising general fund deficit. Beaumont Enterprise
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Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025 Presented by Heroes On The Water
The 19th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour showcases premier fly fishing films and supports the Heroes on the Water charity, dedicated to helping veterans and their families.
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Josh Abbott Band Live at The Venue at Belle Oaks
The Josh Abbott Band returns to Belle Oaks for an evening of live music, with dinner included in the ticket price and limited seating available.
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Flo Rida with C+C MUSIC FACTORY Concert
The event features Flo Rida performing alongside C+C MUSIC FACTORY at the Ford Arena in Beaumont, TX.
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SOAR Family Day at McFaddin-Ward House
The SOAR Family Day offers a range of family-friendly activities including live music, food trucks, crafts, and a butterfly-themed art project at the McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum.
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Beaumont Mural Festival
The Beaumont Mural Festival invites attendees to enjoy a dog-friendly event featuring live mural painting by various artists in and around the downtown area.
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Discussion on 'Lessons in Chemistry' by Bonnie Garmus
This event features a discussion on 'Lessons in Chemistry,' centering around a chemist who becomes a popular cooking show host.
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Concert featuring PIERCE and Scott McGill
PIERCE will perform live with Scott McGill at The Roxy Event Center and Music Hall in Beaumont.
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Soulful Symphony Concert: A Celebration of R&B, Motown, Funk, and Disco
The concert features acclaimed vocalist Gavin Hope, showcasing a mix of R&B, Motown, funk, and disco at the Julie Rogers Theatre.
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Gulf Coast Series - Marathon & Half Marathon Day 1
This event features various marathon and half marathon races, emphasizing no time limits, great food, and community participation.
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