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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chippy— a 3-year-old cat who did not get along with a dog was brought to Beaumont Animal Care on September 10th and is now waiting for a new home. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ On Saturday, September 6, community members, firefighters, police and paramedics gathered at Edison Plaza to complete a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb that involved scaling 2,200 steps to honor those lost on Sept. 11. The event raised funds to support injured firefighters and families through the National Fallen Firefighters Association. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ Guide Katherine Leister led the first 'Styles, Scamps and Sandals' walking tour on Sept. 5 and the Beaumont Heritage Society will host these tours every Friday and Saturday at 5 p.m. through Nov. 1—inviting locals to explore 200 years of our downtown history through maps, photos, and stories. Beaumont Enterprise
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ USA BioEnergy will build a $2.8B biorefinery on a 1,600-acre site in Bon Wier using technology from Johnson Matthey and Honeywell—this plant will process forest thinnings into 65 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel and include a 100-megawatt wood-fired power plant and hydrogen unit, with operations starting in 2028. 12 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Students at Lamar University remain committed to free speech while expressing shock and fear after Charlie Kirk was assassinated at a public campus event at Utah Valley University—many saying the violent incident has raised concerns about the safety of future events. FOX 4 Beaumont
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Biologists with the Texas Park and Wildlife Department say Texas' mourning dove population is around 36 million after recent rain and mild weather boosted breeding conditions. They expect a promising season for hunters in most regions—though areas like the Trans-Pecos may see fewer birds. Beaumont Enterprise
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Beaumont City Council is reviewing the 2026 budget that shows a $7.6M deficit — council members plan to address spending concerns and transfers from the general fund before final approval on Sept. 16. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ On September 8, the Nederland city council approved an engineering study for a sewer rehabilitation project in its western section that will be executed in two phases at an estimated service cost of $582,249 and a total project cost of $5.6 million. A local resident who has struggled with sewer issues for 30 years expressed his frustration—city officials say the study will guide future repairs. FOX 4 Beaumont
- ➤ Jefferson County paid off Doggett Ford Park's debt in July after 22 years of annual payments over $6 million—Judge Jeff Branick said the move will free funds in the budget even as $2—$3 million now go to park maintenance. KFDM
- ➤ Beaumont city leaders will hold town hall meetings in each ward and a citywide session—running from Sept. 22 to Oct. 16—to discuss a $264 million general obligation bond, and residents can join in person or virtually to share questions and learn the details. Beaumont Enterprise
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Beaumont mother shared her hope during National NICU Awareness Month when her daughter Rollins was born at 32 weeks after an emergency C-section due to a uterine rupture and received life-saving care — she was moved from Houston to Christus St. Elizabeth where she celebrated important milestones and reunited with her family. Dr. Thompson said Rollins is now close to walking and continues to show good progress. 12 News Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Classic Movie Night: Terminator 2
7-10 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience the iconic sci-fi action of Terminator 2 at this classic movie night.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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