Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of July.
Good morning, Beaumont.
📰 Economy
Preliminary data show the Beaumont-Port Arthur unemployment rate stands at 5.4%—about 10,000 job seekers are looking for work amid a booming petrochemical industry, exceeding the Texas rate of 4.4%.
Some job seekers report challenges with AI resume screening and age bias online, while workforce leaders encourage training retention.
🎓 Education
Beaumont ISD has paused its Pegasus Program (credit by exam) because the tests did not meet Texas law requirements.
Superintendent Sandi Massey said advanced academic options like STEM, AP, and dual credit remain available while a board-approved process is developed for next school year.
🏈 Sports
Beaumont native Earl Dotson, a former NFL offensive tackle with a 10-year career for the Packers, will be inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame on Thursday at the 56th Hall of Fame Induction Banquet (Lambeau Field Atrium, Green Bay).
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