Good morning, Beaumont.

On Thursday, Aug. 6, the Pioneering Women luncheon at the Holiday Inn on Walden Road honored eight industrial leaders in fields such as law enforcement and trucking.

The event — themed 'Industrial Women Wearing Hats' — promoted mentorship and education for women entering non-traditional careers.

Communities in Southeast Texas honor three fallen game wardens—Ronnie Germany, Michael Pauling, and Wesley Wagstaff—who sacrificed their lives protecting wildlife and public safety.

Their courage and dedication continue to inspire Texans.

Crews in west Beaumont have nearly filled a sinkhole that opened early Sunday at East Drive and Central Drive after a broken water main caused water to surge and a Ford F-150 was rescued without injury, and barricades remain as pavement work begins so the intersection may reopen soon.

Rao’s Bakery celebrated 85 years on Wednesday by offering cookies, cupcakes, muffins, and coffee for 85 cents each (drawing first-time visitors and loyal customers).

The beloved bakery has its roots at Magnolia Refinery and now operates five local locations.

Energy Transfer plans to build a new offshore oil export pipeline across Sabine Lake as part of its Blue Marlin project (pending federal approval, construction will start soon with the project online in about three-and-a-half years).

Local groups express concerns about potential impacts on marine life and fishing during storms.