Good morning, Beaumont.

Beaumont police are investigating a possible hit-and-run that killed 27-year-old Vinnie Sang Nguyen near Amoco Road on U.S. 69 this past weekend—reports say calls were received around 9:05 a.m.

An 18-year-old Beaumont man, Jonah Ray Johnson, was arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after a gunfight at the Pine Club apartments on August 31, during which a bystander sustained a serious leg injury.

Calvin Lee Randall, 45, was sentenced to 15 years in prison after Judge Raquel West revoked his probation—he struck a woman's head against a toilet seat in March 2021.

The Beaumont Heritage Society and Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church will host a special extension event for the Agatha Babino exhibit on Saturday, September 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the program honors Agatha Babino, who once lived on the Blessed Sacrament property, and offers the community a chance to connect with its past.

Pine Street was closed for two months—from Cottonwood to Maple—as Beaumont crews installed a new 48-inch raw water line, and drivers were advised to follow detour signs during the project.

Comedy Night with Brad Williams

7-8:30 p.m. — Julie Rogers Theatre — Ticket prices from $60 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Brad Williams in Beaumont.

VIVA! Beaumont Hispanic Festival

3-8 p.m. — Beaumont Civic Center — Free entry — Celebrate Hispanic heritage with live entertainment, delicious food, and family-friendly activities.

Computer Basics Course

3:30-4:00 p.m. — Elmo Willard Library — Registration required — Learn the essentials of computer usage in a friendly library setting.

Beaumont Butterfly Release

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Doggett Ford Park — Free entry — Celebrate nature's beauty at the 13th Annual Butterfly Release event with family-friendly activities.

Crafting Club

10-11 a.m. — Elmo Willard Library — Free entry — A creative haven for crochet, knitting, sewing, and cross-stitch enthusiasts.

Art with Kassie

11 AM – 12 PM — Elmo Willard Library — Free entry — Explore the fundamentals of art focusing on shapes with Ms. Kassie.

3rd Annual Butterfly Release in Honor of Recovery Month

The 3rd Annual Butterfly Release is a heartfelt community event hosted by the Recovery Council of Southeast Texas, celebrating National Recovery Month. Guests will release live butterflies as powerful symbols of hope, healing, and new beginnings for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health challenges.

3rd Annual Butterfly Release in Honor of Recovery Month

The 3rd Annual Butterfly Release is a heartfelt community event hosted by the Recovery Council of Southeast Texas, celebrating National Recovery Month. Guests will release live butterflies as powerful symbols of hope, healing, and new beginnings for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health challenges.

MercyMe & TobyMac Concert

7-9 p.m. — Ford Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of live music with two of the biggest names in Christian music.

Beaumont Oktoberfest 2025

3-8 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate fall with food vendors, beer, and local culture at this bustling Oktoberfest event.