Good morning, Beaumont.

A driver crashed into a truck pulling a horse trailer on Highway 190 near the Dam B bridge last Thursday, which closed both directions for about one hour—responders reported only one minor injury and no harm to the two horses while DPS oversaw the investigation.

Alex Hernández and his wife Mimi were named Restaurateur of the Year 2025 by the Southeast Texas Restaurant Association for their leadership and community support, running Tacos El Primo on the north side of Beaumont.

The restaurant hosts free December community posadas—providing food, entertainment, and donations for local families.

Criminal District Court Judge John Stevens sentenced Steron Angelle, Charles Nicholas Sr., and Charles Nicholas Jr. to three days in jail for contempt—each also must pay $175 for a broken chair during a brawl outside his courtroom after a murder trial verdict.

McFaddin-Ward House Museum will host its annual Teacher Appreciation Happy Hour on July 31 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Educators from public, private, and homeschool systems will tour the historic first floor at the Visitor Center at 1906 Calder Ave—with the first 50 attendees receiving a teacher swag bag.

The Beaumont Bond Advisory Committee finalized a $210 million bond proposal with projects in infrastructure, drainage, public safety, parks and recreation, and economic development—this includes plans for drainage repairs, police headquarters improvements, and real-time crime center cameras based on public feedback from recent open houses. The proposal will be presented to the council at their meeting next Tuesday and the council has until August 18 to decide whether to place the bond on the November ballot.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Classic Movie Night: Adventures in Babysitting

7-10 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — $6 — Enjoy a nostalgic movie night featuring a babysitter's urban escapades with kids in tow.

First Thursday Cinema Club: Rushmore

7-10 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — $6 for adults — Enjoy a classic film about love, rivalry, and quirky high school antics.

Tommy Davidson: Here Goes Nothing Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Tickets from $37 — Comedian Tommy Davidson brings his humor to Beaumont with his Here Goes Nothing tour.

8th Annual Catholic Men's Conference

7-8 AM — Ford Arena — Check website for ticket info — A gathering focused on faith and fellowship for men in the community.