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Beaumont
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On September 29, Carla Culver, 49, drove her car into a man who was taking back her Hyundai outside Temptations Cabaret—he got a very bad leg injury that needed emergency surgery and she now faces felony charges for aggravated assault that could send her to prison for 2 to 20 years and fine her up to $10,000. KFDM
- ➤ Beaumont law enforcement is asking the public for help in locating Cody Parker, 46, wanted on several criminal charges including possession of a controlled substance, penalty group 1/1-B — less than one gram. KFDM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a forum hosted by the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce, four city council candidates stressed the need to boost public safety by hiring more police and fire staff—supporting a plan for a hotel and convention center to revitalize downtown. They noted that celebrating local assets like Lamar University and our strong petrochemical industry could help change the city's negative image. 12 News Now
- ➤ Jefferson County Commissioners approved a $4 million federal grant to start a jail diversion program aimed at giving mental health care to people arrested for non-violent crimes. Sheriff Zena Stephens said the program will use two dorms—housing up to 40 individuals for three to five days—to keep people out of jail and offer local interns hands-on experience. 12 News Now
- ➤ The City of Groves is proposing to fund road repairs by charging transportation user fees on homes and businesses based on their traffic — a consultant will review each property to set the fee. City Manager Kevin Carruth said the fees will be small and a public workshop will be held tomorrow at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chamber to explain the plan. FOX 4 Beaumont
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Southeast Texas Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will hold its annual Out of the Darkness walk on Saturday, April 5th from 9 a.m. until noon in Beaumont to bring hope and save lives. Nearly 50,000 Americans died by suicide in 2022 (the 11th leading cause of death) and the event aims to raise awareness. KFDM
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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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Stoney LaRue Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — The Venue at Belle Oaks — Cost info not provided — Experience the unique sound of Texas country music with veteran artist Stoney LaRue.
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Hadestown Musical Performance
7:30-10 p.m. — Lutcher Theater-Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Tony Award-winning musical where fate is a tune away.
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