Good morning, Beaumont.

Lawyers representing the family of a worker killed in the Port Arthur LNG scaffold collapse requested records from Zachry Group including Reginald Magee’s personnel file—training certifications, job assignments and internal communications; a hearing on a temporary injunction will be held on June 11 at 1:30 p.m. in Jefferson County’s 172nd District Court to decide evidence preservation measures.

Alli's Home and Fashion moved from its old College Street plaza to a new space at 3871 Stagg Dr. Ste 176 inside the Gateway Shopping Center after the plaza was sold, and the move gives the store extra dressing rooms — combining all areas into one space — to boost local visibility.

Donald Ray Taylor, 36, was sentenced to 50 years in prison yesterday by a Jefferson County jury for shooting his girlfriend in Port Arthur on March 7 at about 5 a.m.—he used a handgun during a domestic dispute when she refused to exit the car.

A 26-year-old man, Kedrain Perkins, received two concurrent 55-year sentences after pleading guilty to the murders of Felton Jones on January 1 and Isaiah Wagner on January 30 (Jones was killed outside a Beaumont home and Wagner was shot at Beaumont Heights Apartments) and is set to head to state prison.

Today, nine men and women took the oath to serve in the Beaumont Police Department at the downtown Event Centre.

The department also promoted three officers and presented lifesaving awards—recognizing outstanding conduct.

Two local businessmen (Chris Richardson and Rob Fuselier) signed a contract to buy and restore Beaumont's historic Gilbert Building, which was gutted by fire one year ago and remains under a temporary restraining order to delay demolition.

The sale will likely be finalized after a city council meeting on July 16 with a 30-day closing period in place.

Lamar University athletic director Jeff O'Malley said the sports program built a strong foundation by winning two Southland Conference Commissioner’s Cups with improved track and cross country teams—he said the next goal is to help more teams win NCAA championships and get ready for the new season.

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.

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.

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.

Go Skate Day

5-8 p.m. — Beautiful Mountain Skate Park — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and health by joining the skateboard community on this annual day of fun.

Alter's Gem Jewelry Buying Event

N/A — Mon, Jun 23 – Wed, Jun 25 — Alter's Gem Jewelry — Free evaluations offered — Meet expert estate buyers for honest jewelry assessments.

Rain Barrel Workshop

9 AM – 12 PM — R C Miller Memorial Library — $50 — Construct your own rain barrel to take home and learn about water conservation.

Annual Fourth of July Celebration 2025

5-9 p.m. — Downtown Event Centre — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display.