Good morning, Beaumont.

Entergy Texas is preparing its grid with infrastructure upgrades and crew training to handle severe weather from the hurricane season, which began June 1.

The company completed thousands of inspections — reinforcing its ability to restore power quickly to affected communities.

Entergy Texas is preparing for 2026 hurricane season with ongoing storm response training and maintenance across southeast Texas.

The company has inspected thousands of equipment pieces, trimmed over 1,300 miles of vegetation, and installed automated devices — steps that help speed power restoration.

Neches Federal Credit Union was certified as a Great Place to Work in 2026 for the fourth consecutive year after employee surveys praised its supportive culture (with words like community and family highlighted).

It serves several local counties and credits its people-first approach for the recognition.

Beaumont ISD ended its Yondr pouch program after one year of a no-phone rule and allowed students during the 2025-2026 school year to keep phones in backpacks or purses, not on their person & receive escalating consequences if they break the rule, according to Superintendent Sandi Massey.

A tropical storm watch remains in effect today as Bertha nears, with strong winds and rough waters prompting game wardens to urge boaters to carry safety equipment and stay in shallow waters (near McFadden beach and Sea Room State Park).

Captain Ryan Hall adds that rescue boats are fueled and ready if conditions worsen.

Community Funday

5 p.m. — Lamar University — Free entry — Enjoy giant water slides, games, and live music at this vibrant community celebration.