Sunday, March 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 18-wheeler caught fire on I-10 eastbound near Ford Park around noon today, causing heavy traffic delays — emergency crews manage the scene and no injuries have been reported. KFDM
- ➤ The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating an accident on Highway 90 near FM 326—Acadian Ambulance Service responded at about 4 p.m. on March 15th, 2025. KFDM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont Public Health inspections show most local restaurants earned an A after minor issues like cleaning and storage problems were found from February 24 to March 8. Some eateries received B or C grades for bigger food safety and maintenance problems—such as unclean air ducts and water issues that require quick fixes. Beaumont Enterprise
EDUCATION NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kelly Catholic's baseball team fell 6-3 to Vandebilt Catholic on Saturday after trailing early and giving up a go-ahead run in the fifth inning. The Bulldogs dropped to a 13-7 record but still lead TAAPS Division 2 District 5 play. 12 News Now
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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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