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Beaumont
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Beaumont Fire Department put out a small fire between walls on the second floor at CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth Hospital—forcing temporary evacuations after embers from roofing work sparked the blaze. FOX 4 Beaumont
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ LaBelle Properties is moving to a new 3,500-square-foot office at 6385 Walden Rd. next to Beaumont Fire Station 5 after selling its Rice Mill office, and the new building will feature a door frame from Joe E. Broussard’s mansion—its launch is planned for late summer. Beaumont Enterprise
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont Police Department Officer Reginald Charles Boykin Jr. was arrested Saturday afternoon at 5:30 for Class C misdemeanor charges of open container, expired license plates and failure to display a driver’s license during Jeep Weekend on Bolivar Peninsula—he posted bond and is on paid administrative leave pending investigation. FOX 4 Beaumont
- ➤ Beaumont police are seeking help to locate armed fugitive Jarrick Augustine Jr.—a 28-year-old wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon who has evaded capture for three and a half months from his last known residence on Tulane Street, which is now vacant for renovations. KFDM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Last month, over 100 community members gathered in Pear Orchard for a ceremony where the cemetery was dedicated as a Historic Texas Cemetery by the Texas Historical Commission. Jessie Davis of Historic Sacred Spaces said the new marker honors local sacrifices (including pioneers and veterans) and she will work to secure historic designations for four additional local cemeteries. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ Southeast Texas Stages offers Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in Beaumont this weekend with three days left for families to see the G-rated musical (raffle tickets cost $5 and one Golden Ticket will be drawn during intermission) as explained by Resource Director Julia Rodriguez. FOX 4 Beaumont
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local students in Beaumont are learning to play musical instruments through Stones Crying Out Band and Strings—a non-profit music education program that helps them explore their talents. The program provides hands-on lessons that enrich students' lives. KFDM
- ➤ Stones Crying Out Band and Strings is a local non-profit that offers instrumental music lessons to Beaumont students to explore their musical talents—students get hands-on experience with a variety of instruments. FOX 4 Beaumont
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A survey of 2,968 Beaumont residents shows that over half support the city's first bond since 1983 with a minimum $10 monthly tax increase, while nearly half say the funds should go to basic infrastructure improvements. Officials shared the survey results at a bond committee meeting — most residents want to see improved roads and better drainage. Beaumont Enterprise
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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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Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – Seashell Art
10-11:30 a.m. — The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Create beautiful seashell art while enjoying the company of fellow seniors.
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Chick-fil-A Daddy Daughter Date Night
4-8 p.m. — Chick-fil-A Dowlen Road — Free entry — Engage in delightful bonding with your daughter through fun activities and tasty meals.
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John Jay French Museum 180th Anniversary Celebration
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Beaumont Heritage Society — Free entry — Celebrate 180 years of history at the John Jay French House with immersive experiences.
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Blue October: Argue With A Tree Tour
8-10:30 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — $39 – $95 — Experience the emotional and cinematic live performance of the alternative rock band Blue October.
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