Good morning, Beaumont.

Beaumont ISD recorded an 89.1% attendance rate in 2024 and district officials now debate whether hiring additional truancy officers will boost student engagement and academic outcomes (a shift from penalties to support measures).

Lamar University announced a new Doctor of Business Administration in Energy Management aimed at experienced professionals and featuring online coursework.

The program, which can be completed in two and a half years, will be formally presented today from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Setzer Student Center.

DFPS invites community members to join Go Blue Day today at noon at the BIG fire hydrant (219 Main Street, downtown) to show support for Child Abuse Prevention Month.

The department also encourages the faith community to unite for Blue Sunday on April 26 with prayers for children.

State and local leaders broke ground in Port Arthur on Entergy’s project to build two power plants that will produce 1,200 megawatts for over 300,000 homes by 2028; some residents are concerned about safety and lack of community meetings (officials say entergy is addressing these concerns).

Faith For My Family Stage Play

6-9 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Tickets from $30 — A powerful stage production tackling caregiving, grief, and the dynamics of family relationships.

Gabriel Iglesias: The 1976 Tour

8 PM - 12 AM — Doggett Ford Park — Ticket prices vary — Gabriel Iglesias brings laughter and celebration with his new tour in Beaumont.

SETX Crawfish Festival

11 AM – 6 PM — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate the community with crawfish, local vendors, and live music at this vibrant festival.

Ali Siddiq: The Custom Fit Tour

7-10 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — $ — Enjoy a night of comedy with Ali Siddiq on his Custom Fit Tour.