Good morning, Beaumont.

Rudy's Kabob is ready to serve large crowds at the YMBL South Texas State Fair (a local event) as the vendor prepares to meet the expected turnout (with all setup complete ahead of fairgoers arriving).

Police identified Edward Riley, 54, of Beaumont as the man found dead just before 9 a.m. Thursday in Sprott Park — at 4325 Usan St, and no further details have been released.

West Brook state champions visited Sallie Curtis Elementary on March 27 to kick off West Brook Fridays that raise scholarship funds for former students now senior athletes.

The Bruins gave face paintings to students — a highlight before joining a parade at the high school later that evening.

TxDOT will close the Maury Meyers Bridge on April 11th as part of the I-10/69 Interchange Project to fix a height issue affecting freight trucks and upgrade drainage.

The bridge, a key link between Old Town and the West End, will be taken down ahead of its demolition as officials prepare new highway routes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Scott McGill & Cocomeaux

8 p.m. — MacKenzie's Pub — $12 cover charge — Enjoy a night of favorites with Scott McGill and Cocomeaux returning to the stage.