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Friday, May 15th, 2026

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Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • CASA of Southeast Texas received a $6,500 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to expand its early intervention services, engaging children and families within 24 hours of a removal (a move to speed up child advocacy). The funding will boost efforts to connect families with needed support.  FOX 4 Beaumont

CULTURE NEWS

  • Moody Gardens on Galveston Island is unveiling a new dinosaur exhibit with life-size animatronic dinosaurs (including a nearly 30-foot T. rex and a 35-foot brontosaurus), refreshed Palm Beach with new sand, and a concert series starting Saturday, June 13 to offer families a cool summer retreat.  12 News Now
  • AMSET will host Free Family Arts Day: The Art of H2O tomorrow (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) where families can enjoy hands-on art activities inspired by water-themed exhibitions, live entertainment by Sonny “The Birdman” Carlin, and treat options from IScream Ice Cream Truck at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas.  FOX 4 Beaumont
  • Southeast Texas Stages offers Disney’s Aladdin: Dual Language Edition, a bilingual retelling with dialogue in English and Spanish, that opened on May 8 and will run for two weeks; an American Sign Language matinee is scheduled for tomorrow (May 16) following a 'Pay What You Can' performance on May 14.  KFDM

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Junior League of Beaumont completed its project by unveiling a new sensory room at Sallie Curtis Elementary School yesterday — the space offers sensory-friendly lighting, tactile activities, and comfortable seating to help students calm and focus.  KFDM
  • A new documentary 'Gulf Great White Sharks: Return of an Icon' explores the comeback of great white sharks in Gulf waters, and a free event at the Museum of the Gulf Coast in Port Arthur is set for June 20 (featuring hands-on activities and conservation exhibits) to educate visitors.  12 News Now
  • Beaumont ISD eliminated 34 student support roles (20 behavior interventionists and 14 wellness coordinators) ahead of the next school year to shift focus toward academic instruction, sparking parental concerns over potential loss of mental health support.  12 News Now

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Recent rains have triggered termite swarm season in the region, and experts advise homeowners to turn off outdoor lights and install professional barriers to protect their properties. The season runs from Mother's Day through the end of June.  12 News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 5/22/26

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  • 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.

    Mon, 5/25/26

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  • Webbie Live Performance

    9-11:30 p.m. — Pour09 Bar & Rooftop — Secure your tickets for an unforgettable night of live music and celebration.

    Sat, 5/30/26

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