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Beaumont
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas is coordinating donation drop offs at the Manger Youth Center—open Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.—to aid flood victims in Central Texas after the disaster that began on July 4. The Diocese of Beaumont urges parishioners to contribute both monetary gifts and essential supplies. KFDM
- ➤ Hundreds gathered today at St. Anne Church to honor flood victims including Mary Grace Baker and Joyce Badon during a rosary service—church director Melissa Murray said the event featured pink bows as symbols of remembrance and brought the community together in support. KFDM
- ➤ St. Anne Catholic Church is mourning Mary Grace Baker, an 8-year-old known for her joyful spirit, after her body was found Monday following floodwaters at Camp Mystic on July 4 — floodwaters that claimed many lives. The church said details on her services will be announced later — and the Baker family has asked for privacy. KFDM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Kelly High School graduates from Beaumont, Ella Cahill and Aidan Heartfield, remain missing following catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country that killed over 100 people over the weekend—bodies of two friends were recovered near State Highway 39 in Hunt—and search teams continue working in dangerous water conditions. 12 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officer Bryan Hebert was killed in the line of duty on July 8 when a suspect intentionally struck his patrol car on Dowlen Road—he served with the department for 10 years and was 36—and the driver, charged with capital murder after pleading no contest for assaulting family members, was sentenced to life in prison. KFDM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bassmaster Magazine has confirmed that Southeast Texas lakes are among the best for bass fishing as summer draws local anglers. Sam Rayburn Reservoir ranked fourth in the Central Division—Toledo Bend Reservoir came in sixth and Texas had nine lakes on the list. 12 News Now
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Classic Movie Night: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
7-8:30 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Ticket availability varies — Experience the magic of E.T. with friends at a classic movie night.
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For The Record: Beaumont Event
6 p.m. — For The Record — Cost info not provided — Discover a day packed with live music and art exhibitions in Beaumont.
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2025 Summer Camp for Young Golfers
9 a.m.-11 a.m. — BT3 Golf Academy — Cost varies — Improve your golfing skills with competitive games at this engaging summer camp.
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Classic Movie Night: Raiders Of The Lost Ark
7-9 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Check website for price — Experience the thrilling adventure of Indiana Jones on the big screen.
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Spindletop Roller Derby Showdown
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Beaumont Civic Center — Tickets required — Watch the Spindletop Roller Girls take on Cedar Creek Lake in an exciting flat-track roller derby match.
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Sea Rim Striders FREE Summer Run/Walk Series #8
12:00 a.m. — 3930 Babe Zaharias Dr, Beaumont, TX — Free entry — Celebrate Turkey Trot week with a themed 5K Run/Walk in the heart of Beaumont.
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Antioch Missionary Baptist Church 2025 Golf Tournament
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Tyrrell Park — No Refunds — Enjoy a fun day of golf at the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church tournament.
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Wayne Toups & Stalekracker Cajun Music Fest
12 p.m. — The Venue at Belle Oaks — All tickets include food — Celebrate a Sunday funday with Grammy winner Wayne Toups and live cooking by Stalekracker.
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SETTA Summer Tennis Day Camp
2-5 p.m. — 6475 College St, Beaumont, TX — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of tennis training hosted by SETTA and Lamar University.
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Teacher Appreciation Happy Hour
5-6:30 p.m. — McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Celebrate and appreciate local educators with a friendly gathering at the museum.
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