Sunday, April 20th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A rare sighting occurred at Cattail Marsh when photographer Kenyan Guidry captured a mother alligator carrying 26 baby gators swimming nearby—showing the rich habitat along Hildebrandt Bayou and Willow Marsh Bayou. 12 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, a protest at Rogers Park in Beaumont was led by the Southeast Texas Impact Initiative with Indivisible and 50501 to mark 250 years since the start of the American Revolution. Protesters wearing red, white, or blue called for stronger democracy and donated food to the Southeast Texas Food Bank (the event was held peacefully). FOX 4 Beaumont
- ➤ The Beaumont City Council formally recognized TxDOT's change to a 65 MPH limit on Eastex Freeway from the north city limits to the center of the LNVA Canal+ new signs already display the updated speed limit. Beaumont Enterprise
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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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Rare and Classic Automobile Display
4:30-6 p.m. — The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Discover a unique collection of vintage vehicles at this community showcase.
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The Waymores Full Band Show
9:30 p.m. — Soggy Bottom Saloon — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience a lively country music and comedy show with The Waymores.
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40th Annual Crawfish, Food & Music Festival
We invite you to join us for a day filled with delicious food (Crawfish, Pulled Pork, BBQ Chicken, Hot Dogs), vibrant music (Live Bands), and unforgettable entertainment. See you on Sat. May 10 from 10am - 6pm at 3655 N. Major Drive as we host our biggest fundraiser of the year on our campus!!!
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College of Education and Human Development Commencement Ceremony
2:00 p.m. — Neches Federal Credit Union Arena at the Montagne Center — Open to the public — Celebrate the achievements of graduating students in education and human development.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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