Good morning, Beaumont.

A public memorial procession honoring Deputy Heather Avery will begin at 2 p.m. Wednesday along a route from Broussard's on McFaddin to Broussard's on Major Drive.

Family & friends will gather at Praise Church Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a funeral service at 10 a.m. Friday.

Port Neches River Fest offers boat races, carnival rides and live music through Saturday.

The multi-day event kicked off with a BBQ cook-off, 5K race and car show, and ride passes sold at local credit unions support community scholarships.

Funeral services for Reserve Deputy Heather Avery, who died in a Chambers County crash on April 24, will include a family gathering from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30 and a service at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 1 at Praise Church in Beaumont.

Port Arthur health officials urge expectant mothers to maintain prenatal care after the Medical Center of Southeast Texas suspends routine deliveries and NICU services, limiting childbirth to emergencies only.

Hospitals in Beaumont such as Baptist Hospital and Christus Elizabeth are set to accept extra patients and ease the strain on maternal care.

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.

Classic Movie Night: Pirates Of The Caribbean-Dead Man's Chest

7-10 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Ticket listings available — Enjoy a screening of the adventurous sequel starring Captain Jack Sparrow.

Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop

2-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Cost info not provided — Unleash your creativity and learn to make a cozy chunky knit blanket.