Good morning, Beaumont.

Beaumont Professional Firefighters Local 399 is hosting a toy drive to collect new, unwrapped toys for the Some Other Place Giving Tree program.

Donations are accepted at every fire station until December 12—collected toys will be delivered on December 13 to help local families celebrate the holidays.

Bishop David Toups will speak at Blessed Sacrament Church’s 110th anniversary mass on Sunday — marking a historic milestone for the parish.

Lamar University’s Alpha Tau Omega fraternity held a week-long fundraiser to support Smile Train by hosting campus events like a fitness challenge, taco sale, and 24-hour bike ride—efforts inspired by brother Brendan Sembera’s experience with cleft lip.

The $10,000 goal and participating activities raised funds and awareness to help provide life-changing treatment for children with clefts—making a significant impact on the community.

Mon Show, a podcast run by two Southeast Texans, is celebrating two years of supporting Hispanic-owned businesses in Beaumont.

Founders Marvelia Maldonado and Ody Jimenez have built a following of over 2,000 on Facebook and continue to host community events that offer local businesses free publicity.

An Indian pioneer who lived in Beaumont will be honored with a Texas historical marker today at 10 a.m. — The Beaumont Heritage Society and the Jefferson County Historical Commission set the public dedication, and leaders Shelby Brannan and Kate Hambright discussed the event on a noon show.

TxDOT announced lane closures on highways in Jefferson and Orange counties this weekend—causing delays for local drivers.

In Beaumont, the left lane on I-10 westbound is closed until 5 p.m. today for road repairs—while the left lane on U.S. 69 northbound is set to close from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday for crash cushion repairs.

Port Arthur Memorial High School’s Alex Eugene earned the week 12 Hit of the Week on Thursday night during bi-district playoff action—his play stood out in a competitive game.

Friday night, high school football playoff games in Southeast Texas saw many local teams advance, including Beaumont United which beat Houston Madison 27+19.

Other teams secured wins in tight contests that set the stage for the next rounds.

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.

Paranormal Cirque II

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Central Mall — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling night of paranormal circus entertainment.

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.

Beaumont Unit Meeting

1:30-2:30 p.m. — Atria Collier Park, Polo Room — Free entry — Engage with the Beaumont Unit's community discussion and enjoy special luncheons in December and May.

Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — MacKenzie's Pub — 25% OFF code available — Don your ugliest sweater and enjoy a festive night of drinks and fun in Beaumont.