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Beaumont
Saturday, March 15th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On March 14, 2025, St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica held its annual St. Joseph’s Day Milanese luncheon at the Cathedral Center at 700 Jefferson St, serving $12 meals to-go with pasta, fried fish, artichoke and green bean casserole, bread, dessert and tea. The event raised funds for four local food assistance groups (Southeast Texas Food Bank, Nutrition and Services for Seniors, Some Other Place and Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas). Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ The Southeast Texas Christian Women Coalition will host a Prayer Conference (scheduled for Friday, March 28th) to help women and girls learn more about Christ. Leader Roberta Joseph (with Port Arthur's Camella Williams) said the event will bring everyone together under the Missionary Baptist General Convention of Texas. KFDM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont police are seeking help finding 32-year-old Franclin Orellan, who was last seen on March 9 at about 8 p.m. at Walgreens on College Street, is 5 feet tall and weighs 150 pounds, and was driving a 2007 GMC Acadia (with an unknown Texas license plate) as his family remains worried about his well-being. KFDM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former mayor Robin Mouton—who served from 2021 to 2023—has joined the race for mayor so she can finish downtown work and help Beaumont grow. She uses her past success in uniting the council and securing federal funds to lead her campaign as early voting begins April 22 and Election Day is on May 3. 12 News Now
- ➤ The Beaumont City Council will vote Tuesday, March 18 on an ordinance declaring the fire-damaged Gilbert Building an imminent danger and requiring owner Tom Flanagan to demolish the structure within five days. Flanagan—whose properties have been under scrutiny after three fires on June 6, 2024—will update the council on his plans for the building amid ongoing public safety concerns. 12 News Now
- ➤ Beaumont residents experienced brief water disruptions near Pecos on North 4th Street in Old Town while crews repaired a water main break. The Water Utilities Department reported 21 new leaks this month and fixed 28 in total—service crews address major issues faster while smaller repairs may take up to three weeks. KFDM
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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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Dusty Slay Live Comedy Show
Dusty Slay, a Nashville-based comedian known for his observational blue-collar humor, will perform at the Jefferson Theatre in Beaumont on March 21, 2025.
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2025 YMBL South Texas State Fair and Rodeo
The YMBL South Texas State Fair & Rodeo features food vendors, carnival rides, and a variety of entertainment, including a championship rodeo and livestock shows.
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Music at the McFaddins’ Featuring The Stringbenders
The Stringbenders, a Houston-based group, will perform an eclectic mix of country, classic rock, Tex-Mex, and Cajun music at The McFaddin-Ward House.
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DEKA MILE at CHRISTUS HWC
8 AM - 1 PM | CHRISTUS HWC | $59 per person | Test your fitness with a challenging mile and 10 functional training zones.
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Symphony Concert - Ode to Joy
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Julie Rogers Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable night of symphonic brilliance with the Ode to Joy concert.
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Neches River Festival 77th Coronation
6-8 p.m. — Julie Rogers Theatre — More details coming soon — Celebrate the tradition of the Neches River Festival with the grand coronation event.
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