Good morning, Beaumont.

A Texas State Auditor's Office review found that Lamar Institute of Technology and Lamar State College-Port Arthur had record-keeping issues (including missing laptops and flawed inventories) while Lamar State College-Orange maintained proper asset tracking, and all three schools have agreed to improve their procedures.

A state audit found that Lamar Institute of Technology and Lamar State College-Port Arthur did not consistently safeguard taxpayer-funded equipment due to missing assets and inaccurate records, while Lamar State College-Orange met standards.

The schools agreed to implement corrective measures to improve asset tracking and inventory management.

Lumberton ISD recently approved a program to enroll up to five out-of-district students per grade for a $3,000 fee.

The policy is designed to boost revenue amid declining enrollment and will be reviewed annually.

Beaumont ISD superintendent Sandi Massey announced sweeping changes for next school year—real-time coaching will support teachers and ensure substitutes are not used in reading and math from third to tenth grade.

The plan, named Elevate Beaumont, will keep students from missing core lessons.

Drivers in Beaumont should expect nightly I-10 westbound closures at the Cardinal Interchange from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting today until July 2 and again from July 6 to July 7 — detours use U.S. 69 south and SH 124/Fannett Road, with no closures July 3 to 5.

Residents in Groves and Port Neches questioned the performance of Drainage District 7 pumps after heavy rains flooded streets Sunday morning — officials said the pump stations, activated early at 4 a.m., are designed for prolonged rain and not for sudden intense downpours; floodwater receded quickly.

The Wiz Performance by Jonathan Williams Center Of Performing Arts

7-10 p.m. — Julie Rogers Theatre — $10-$50 — Experience a vibrant rendition of 'The Wiz' with opportunities for VIP perks and group rates.

The Wiz Tya by Jonathan Williams Center of Performing Arts

2-5 p.m. — Julie Rogers Theatre — $10-$50 — Experience a magical adaptation of a classic story with special VIP perks.

City of Beaumont 4th of July Celebration 2026

5-9 p.m. — Downtown Event Centre — Free entry — Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with festive fun at Beaumont's Annual Fourth of July Celebration.