Good morning, Beaumont.

The Countdown to ToyFeast fundraiser supports the Salvation Army of Jefferson County and will air on KFDM Channel 6’s The Morning Show from 4:30am-7am, at the noon news, and on FOX Southeast Texas at 8am and 10am.

The event encourages donations of toys, food, and cash to brighten the holidays.

ToyFeast will take place on Friday, Dec.

12 to help Family Services of SE Texas by collecting toy, food, and cash donations. The fundraiser airs on KFDM Channel 6 from 4:30 a.m. to 7 a.m. and at noon — FOX Southeast Texas will broadcast live segments at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

Tuesday morning, drivers in Beaumont faced heavy congestion on U.S. 69 south near I-10 and on I-10 west (speeds falling below 10 mph were reported by TxDOT) from Lucas Drive past Delaware.

Travelers were advised to allow extra time on their commute.

Alexandria Jones, 33, and Cameron Gerard, returning from Houston on Monday, were killed when Gerard's vehicle failed to change lanes on Interstate 10 near Boyt Road and struck a water-filled barrier before hitting a concrete barrier.

A cool down LNG cargo from Ras Laffan, Qatar has berthed at the Golden Pass LNG terminal in Sabine Pass, advancing the facility toward its first LNG production as commissioning work continues with exports scheduled from Train 1 early next year.

Chad 'Pimp C' Butler was remembered on the anniversary of his death as a new mural was unveiled in Port Arthur.

The artwork honors his work with UGK and his role in shaping blues and rap music for local fans.

Shangri La Botanical Gardens is hosting its annual Christmas strolls through Dec.

20, with thousands of lights and local vendors offering festive treats—tickets cost $3 for adults and $1 for children, and a new pre-purchase system helps manage crowds.

The City of Beaumont Water Utilities Department will mail over 38,000 water service line notifications in mid-December to verify pipe materials from the main to homes and businesses.

Residents can check online or self-report unknown materials, though receiving a letter does not mean unsafe water.

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.

Homeschool Workshop – Snap Happy Holidays

10-11:30 a.m. — McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Capture festive selfies and create holiday character-themed props in this fun workshop for kids.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

6 PM — 434 Fannin — $47.09 — Experience the magic of Christmas with a winter wonderland of candlelit carols performed by a string quartet.

Classic Movie Night: Elf

7-8:30 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — $4 kids, $6 adults — Enjoy a heartwarming holiday classic with festive photo opportunities before the film.

Christmas Toy Giveaway

10 AM – 12 PM — Dream Center SETX — Free entry — Delight in a festive toy giveaway this holiday season.

Hurricane Pro Wrestling: Glory & Pain XIX

6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — MCM Elegante Hotel Beaumont — Great family entertainment — Witness the excitement as the famous No Rope Battle Royal returns with all the superstars of Hurricane Pro in action.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ford Arena — Ticket info pending — Experience the beloved holiday classics reimagined by Mannheim Steamroller's Chip Davis.