Good morning, Beaumont.

Yellow Rose Meat Market opened its new Beaumont location at 418 Dowlen Rd (on the West End) on March 31, offering specialty meats with a dry aging machine that makes the beef tender.

Founder Tanner Bass said the store stands apart with unique meat breakdowns and a slow expansion plan that focuses on family and faith (after his cancer diagnosis last year).

Chandler Matthews, front desk agent at the Elegante—born in Beaumont and now living in Port Neches—has worked in hospitality for eight years, with nearly two years at the hotel.

He advised guests to ask for any needed service and revealed details about a secret five-star suite while recalling that the legend Willie Nelson once stayed on property.

Jahmir Jacobi Riley, 19, was sentenced today to 18 years in federal prison for a series of convenience store robberies in Jefferson County in fall 2024—one incident involved pistol-whipping a clerk at a Port Arthur Checkpoint gas station on Gulfway Drive.

Residents in the West End are on edge as auto burglaries surged this month with 53 incidents reported—more than half in the area, including a Saturday night theft in the Futura neighborhood when a suspect in a ski mask targeted unlocked vehicles and stole items valued at $3,800.

Beaumont police detained three teenagers after fights broke out Saturday night at the South Texas State Fair—multiple trespass warnings were issued and the teens are permanently banned from Doggett Ford Park.

Florence Stratton’s book 'The Story of Beaumont,' which detailed our early history and celebrated pioneers like Elizabeth Kidd Caswell, turns 100 this year.

Local historian Paul Prosperie (a key figure in preserving this legacy) says the centennial highlights the city’s proud past and inspires new generations to remember our roots.

Candidates in the City of Beaumont's 2025 general election will debate the growing homeless issue ahead of the May 3 vote.

Annual counts show the number of homeless individuals increased from 229 in 2022 to 552 in 2024—after a 2024 ban on camping on public property.

Lamar's baseball team is on an 8-game win streak after sweeping Incarnate Word and holds a 9—6 conference record that gives them a strong chance at the Southland title.

They will play today at Tarleton State, host a three-game series against UT-Arlington on Friday, and begin their next series on April 11 against Nicholls in Beaumont.

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.

Port Neches RiverFest

6 PM – 12 AM — Port Neches Riverfront Park — Various prices — Experience the excitement of Thunder on the Neches tunnel boat racing and more at this dynamic festival.