Good Day
Beaumont
Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two men died and one remains in critical condition after a workboat exploded on Taylor Bayou at the J.D. Murphree Wildlife Refuge just before 7:30 a.m. Wednesday—first responders performed CPR before transporting victims to hospitals while investigators from the Coast Guard and other agencies examine the cause. FOX 4 Beaumont
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Heladio Ruchon Rocha-Tellez, 31, pleaded guilty to illegal reentry after removal and received a 16-month federal prison term from U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone on April 22—he was caught mid-burglary at a Beaumont laundry mat on Dec. 19, 2023. 12 News Now
- ➤ Beaumont Police indicted 19-year-old Jason Monroe Murchison Jr.—he is already in jail on a murder charge—and a 16-year-old for planning to kill a witness to the January 1 shooting of Clifford Motton after a recorded call showed Murchison told the juvenile to poison the witness by mixing Promethazine with eye drops on April 11. 12 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Catholic Diocese held a Requiem Mass on April 22 at 6 p.m. at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica to honor the late Pope Francis—Bishop Toups invited the community to join nine days of prayer and to pray for the Cardinals as they prepare for the conclave. KFDM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local emergency workers from Beaumont + Groves, Port Arthur, and other nearby cities joined a full-scale drill at Jack Brooks Airport on April 22 to practice mass casualty response. The FAA required the drill to test how teams handled a simulated plane or bus emergency with more than 50 injured people+ officials said the exercise improved readiness for real events. Beaumont Enterprise
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ten Southland Conference players, including Lamar's Khalan Griffin (who rushed for 1,158 yards) and East Texas A&M's Kendall Paul (who ran a 4.27-second 40-yard dash), are now gaining NFL attention ahead of the draft this weekend in Green Bay. Several players are reportedly in contact with teams like the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins and may join NFL rosters as undrafted free agents if not selected. Beaumont Enterprise
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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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2025 Golden Triangle CCA
6-10 p.m. — Beaumont Civic Center — Ticket includes admission, dinner, and open bar — Enjoy an evening filled with good food and company while supporting the CCA.
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Pat Green Concert
6-10 p.m. — The Venue at Belle Oaks — Tickets start from $1.48 — Experience a legendary evening with Texas country star Pat Green performing live with a full band.
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