Good Day
Beaumont
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Monday morning, a section of scaffolding collapsed at the Port Arthur LNG site, killing three construction workers and injuring two others, and a former coworker recalled victim Dontrell Magee — known as Reggie — as a hardworking man, while legal experts noted that families of the deceased may file wrongful death lawsuits if gross negligence is proven. 12 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An ISIS official was detained in Iraq on suspicion of inciting the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans that killed over a dozen people—U.S. and Iraqi authorities are investigating his alleged support of the Beaumont-born terrorist. KFDM
- ➤ The last of seven MS—13 defendants were sentenced in Beaumont for a 2022 prison attack that resulted in two deaths, with Juan Carlos Rivas-Moreiera receiving a life sentence on April 25 and Hector Ramires sentenced to 360 months on April 29 amid a broader crackdown on the gang’s violent activities. KFDM
- ➤ Beaumont police are investigating a stabbing on the 1000 block of McFaddin Street after receiving a call (4:30 p.m.) today; the victim was taken to a hospital and is in stable condition while the suspect was taken into custody with help from RTCC. 12 News Now
- ➤ Billy Ray Thomas, Jr.—a former NFCU assistant branch manager from Winnie who defrauded customers of over $1 million—is sentenced to 34 months in federal prison after pleading guilty on April 29 and must pay $1,363,825.18 in restitution. KFDM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ AMSET will host its Wild, Wild West Family Arts Day event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3 in downtown Beaumont—featuring a Best Boots Contest for kids, teens, and adults, live music by The Band J.A.G., complimentary punch and cookies, and a concession stand selling ballpark-style food. KFDM
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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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