Good Day
Beaumont
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont drivers will face heavy rush-hour delays on I-10 tonight as backups begin near the U.S. 90 interchange—congestion is expected to extend toward College Street and TxDOT maps show delays on U.S. 69. Beaumont Enterprise
- ➤ A Beaumont nonprofit, Surviving Parents of Southeast Texas, is asking for donations after its food pantry visits doubled due to a SNAP benefit freeze — it serves families on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. and risks running out of supplies if donations do not increase. KFDM
- ➤ Texas Roadhouse in Port Arthur is offering a free meal or food voucher to eligible active military & veterans on November 11 to thank them for their service. The restaurant's program has been running for over 20 years. FOX 4 Beaumont
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Grill at Calder closed abruptly on Nov 3 and is now on sale at 6680 Calder Ave—its fully stocked bar and live music events made it a popular spot for election rallies. Buyers interested in a turnkey restaurant and bar can contact owner Danny Martin for more details. Beaumont Enterprise
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The McFaddin-Ward House Museum will host an admission-free outdoor concert at 1906 McFaddin Avenue in Beaumont on Nov. 7 at 6:30 p.m. Local group Midlife Crisis, a 10-piece band, will perform classic rock favorites—attendees are invited to bring blankets, chairs, and refreshments. FOX 4 Beaumont
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Beaumont ISD and ExxonMobil are hosting the annual Family STEM Night today at Doggett Ford Park to celebrate creativity in learning—BISD’s STEM coordinator LaChandra Cobb-Eaglin and ExxonMobil plant manager Phil Matherne discussed the ongoing three-year partnership on The Morning Show. FOX 4 Beaumont
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Port Neches-Groves ISD passed the bond proposal to borrow $75 million for school improvements with 53.28% approval—voters cast 1,568 ballots in favor and 1,375 against, and the district said the funds will go to a new transportation center, high school auditorium renovations, HVAC upgrades and roof replacements while keeping taxes unchanged. Beaumont Enterprise
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables praised former Port Neches-Groves grad Tate Sandell for his perfect 4-of-4 field goal performance in the Sooners' win over Tennessee on Oct. 25 — he noted that Sandell's fearless confidence sets him apart as a top kicker. The Sooners have a bye this week and will face Alabama on Nov. 15. Beaumont Enterprise
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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.
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Food Truck Mania
11 AM – 2 PM — Ford Arena — Enjoy diverse cuisines and festive community vibes at this vibrant food truck celebration.
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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.
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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.
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Positive Vibes Highway Tour
Evening — For The Record, 999 Calder Ave — No cover charge — Experience a night filled with positive vibes in Beaumont, Texas.
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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.
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Paranormal Cirque II
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Central Mall — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling night of paranormal circus entertainment.
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City of Beaumont Tree Lighting Ceremony
5-7:30 p.m. — Downtown Event Centre — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with the annual tree lighting at the lake in downtown Beaumont.
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