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Beaumont
Friday, April 11th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Construction is underway at the site of a new Chevron Phillips plant alongside Texas 87 in West Orange — a project that is part of broader industrial plans. Local leaders say current contracts hold fixed costs, but tariffs on imported materials may raise prices and could affect future projects — prompting companies to plan for market shifts. Beaumont Enterprise
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Beaumont man aged 20, Cedric Lavon Marsh Jr., was arrested early Thursday morning when officers executing a search warrant at Lamar University campus discovered he had a loaded 9mm pistol concealed in his waistband—he had been banned from campus after receiving two trespass warnings. 12 News Now
- ➤ Rosaleo Jesus Vela from Nederland was sentenced to 10 years probation for neglecting two dogs in July 2024—he must also donate a bag of dog food each month to the Humane Society. 12 News Now
- ➤ Beaumont Police indicted 18-year-old Eddie Davis, Jason Murchison Jr. and a 17-year-old for murder and evidence tampering in connection with the New Year's Day killing of Clifford Motton at 7:30 p.m. at the intersection of St. Elna and Walton streets—Davis’s 24-year-old girlfriend was also charged with evidence tampering. Beaumont Enterprise
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the 29-year-old Maury Meyers Bridge, named after the late four-term mayor, closes permanently for demolition to address height constraints for freight traffic and update drainage systems. Local businesses report delays and drivers are advised to use alternative routes like Calder Avenue to Phelan Boulevard; construction will reconnect the Liberty-Laurel route with I-10 by 2029. KFDM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ April is Donate Life Month which encourages Texans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors. Registered nurse April Bertrand shared her personal story—her daughter Lexy died in a drunk driver crash—while over 10,000 Texans wait for lifesaving transplants. FOX 4 Beaumont
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont’s Terrance Arceneaux left Houston Cougars on Thursday and entered the transfer portal after playing in the national championship game—he thanked his coaches, teammates, and fans and said he is looking for a new school where he can start. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ The Lamar University softball team received strong support at sellout games in Beaumont as it achieved its best home record since 2019 with 14 wins and 7 losses, drawing in fans for games against top teams. Head coach Hooks said the Cardinals will build on this momentum as they prepare for a late-season push in the Southland Conference tournament scheduled May 1—10. Beaumont Enterprise
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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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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.
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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.
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Beginners Stained Glass Workshop
10 AM – 2 PM — The Art Studio Inc — Cost not specified — Explore the art of stained glass construction in this hands-on beginners workshop.
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