Good morning, Beaumont.

Families enjoyed costume contests, carnival games, a haunted house and more at the 47th annual St. Anne Halloween Carnival held Saturday, October 25 — attendees also brought canned goods for a local donation drive.

Beaumont food pantries are bracing for more need as many local families risk losing SNAP benefits when they stop on November 1 due to the government shutdown.

Some Other Place will give food boxes Monday through Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m.—and Catholic Charities will offer curbside help on Tuesday from 3 to 6 and Saturday from 9 to noon—to support those affected.

Beaumont resident Gaylon Joseph lost his 15-year home on Congress Avenue in a fire caused by an electrical issue last week while watching Monday Night Football; he escaped with a burn — losing cherished keepsakes — and now seeks community aid to rebuild his life.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will open its new location at 4490 Crow Rd. near Parkdale Mall today—offering a 3,100-square-foot dining area with seating for 66 guests, a patio, drive-thru service, and mobile ordering.

The restaurant will operate from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Southeast Texas Stages is showing 'Crimes of the Heart,' a tragicomedy by Beth Henley at 4155 Laurel Ave from Oct 24 to Nov 8.

The play follows three sisters in Mississippi who reunite after Babe shoots her abusive husband and will appear at 7:30 p.m. on Oct 30, Oct 31 and Nov 1 with a 2 p.m. matinee on Nov 1 — its minimal kitchen set deepens the look at family tensions.

Jefferson County lifted its burn ban on Sunday after recent rains dropped the Keech Byrum drought index below 500 (Judge Jeff Branick issued the decision), and he urged residents to burn safely.

Residents are advised to continue using caution when burning outside.

The city of Beaumont announced that the owner of Downtown Lofts has 150 days to fix safety and maintenance issues such as a broken elevator—tenants still report problems with the air conditioner and mold.

Residents say repairs fail quickly, leaving them with ongoing issues and extra expenses.

Newton County lifted its burn ban today after weekend rains improved conditions for safe outdoor burning, and Jefferson and Hardin counties also ended their bans while officials urge residents to watch their fires closely.

Beaumont Public Health released inspection reports showing most restaurants inspected from Oct.6 to Oct.18 received A grades while a few had serious issues like missing sanitizer setups and poor food handling.

Some establishments must correct problems—such as rusted shelving and improper temperature control—within 10 days to meet health standards.

Halloween Bash at Soggy Bottom Saloon

9 p.m. — Soggy Bottom Saloon — Free entry with costume — Celebrate Halloween with a night full of fun, prizes, and festive costumes.

Tea & Sweets with CASA and Pathways

6-7 p.m. — Elmo Willard Library — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening of herbal teas and conversations about youth in foster care.

Food Truck Mania

11 AM – 2 PM — Ford Arena — Enjoy diverse cuisines and festive community vibes at this vibrant food truck celebration.

Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors: Wreath Making

10-11:30 a.m. — The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Embrace the holiday spirit by creating a meaningful Advent wreath to cherish at home.

Classic Movie Night: Planes, Trains and Automobiles

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a classic comedy film in a historical venue perfect for a night out.

Positive Vibes Highway Tour

Evening — For The Record, 999 Calder Ave — No cover charge — Experience a night filled with positive vibes in Beaumont, Texas.

Sea Rim Striders' Annual Turkey Trot

1:30-3:30 p.m. — 700 Crockett St, Beaumont, TX — Registration Fee Required — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a community-friendly 5K, 10K, and Kids K race.