Good morning, Beaumont.

88.1 KLBT-FM launched its 14th Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls drive—collecting new shoes and socks—from March 31 through April 30 to help vulnerable children.

The drive will end with a Shoe Marathon Day on May 2 at Praise Church where local organizations may serve as drop-off sites.

Beaumont community and the school district celebrated West Brook Bruins' first state basketball championship on Thursday, March 27—after a week-long delay for road closures arranged with TxDOT and the city—with a parade and rally that brought families, students, staff and city leaders together. The event honored the team's hard work and added pride to Beaumont’s west side.

Janet Turk said that last Friday her home caught fire and with the front steps under renovation she was trapped on her porch — Curtis Constantine and Jared Trimble rescued her and alerted neighbors as flames and exploding propane tanks threatened more harm.

In February, Texas set record highs by adding 20,100 nonfarm jobs to reach 14,254,200 and growing its civilian labor force to 15,770,300 — Beaumont-Port Arthur saw a 5.3% unemployment rate.

Champion bull rider Jorden Halvorsen said he is excited to join the bull riding events starting tonight at Doggett Ford Park Arena at the South Texas State Fair—an event that will showcase many top UPRA cowboys and cowgirls.

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.