Good morning, Beaumont.

Tracyn Brady, 18, died on August 1 when a tow truck hit the car he shared with his best friend on FM 92 near FM 1122 — his family has finalized plans for a memorial service on August 7 and asks that everyone wear purple in his memory.

On Friday, August 1 at 11:25 a.m., Chambers County detectives stopped a van near I-10 and Jenkins Road and found nearly 16 pounds of cocaine and over 2 pounds of THC hidden in the walls—leading to the arrest of driver Dallas Brady from Dickinson on two felony charges.

Jefferson County commissioners held a workshop to explore using a public-private partnership to fund a new jail as the 30-plus-year-old facility struggles with housing growing numbers of violent offenders—officials are reviewing proposals that include using up to $60 million in bonds without raising taxes.

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.

Eli Young Band Acoustic Performance

6-10 p.m. — The Venue at Belle Oaks — Reserved seating options available — Enjoy a limited seating acoustic show featuring your favorite Eli Young Band songs along with a delicious BBQ menu.