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Wednesday, December 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Beaumont. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Smith Lake, a beloved water park in Vidor, Texas, is set to reopen in 2025 after closing in 2020 due to the pandemic, now undergoing extensive renovations.  12 News Now

CRIME NEWS

  • Michael Howard, 68, in Sabine County, Texas, has been released on bond after being charged with the murder of his 20-year-old son, with conditions including wearing an ankle monitor and surrendering his passport.  12 News Now
  • The trial of Fabbian Scott, charged with human trafficking of two 16-year-old girls in the Beaumont area, has begun, with the prosecution alleging he exploited them for money.  FOX 4 Beaumont

CULTURE NEWS

  • Lamar University art students showcase a diverse range of styles in two art shows, 'Visions Unveiled' and a student exhibit at the Beaumont Art League, offering them exposure to local collectors and the community.  Beaumont Enterprise

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Beaumont and Beaumont Professional Firefighters Local #399 have not yet reached an agreement on key issues such as wages, benefits, and overtime.  FOX 4 Beaumont

SPORTS NEWS

  • Lamar University's men's basketball team leads the Southland Conference standings with early victories over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and UT Rio Grande Valley.  Beaumont Enterprise

EVENTS

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  • Commencement Ceremony for College of Arts & Sciences and Fine Arts & Communications

    The commencement ceremony celebrates graduates from the Colleges of Arts & Sciences and Fine Arts & Communication, enforcing a clear bag policy and seating guidelines for attendees.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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  • Thoughtcrime LIVE: Poetry Open Mic at TASI

    This monthly event welcomes poets to share their original works during a live poetry reading session hosted by author Dorothy Sells Clover.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • The Gospel According to Scrooge

    Presented by the Jonathan Williams Center for the Performing Arts, this show reinterprets the classic tale of Scrooge with a gospel twist and offers performances on two evenings.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • 7th Annual City of Beaumont Tree Lighting Ceremony

    The City of Beaumont will celebrate the holiday season with its annual tree lighting event featuring a festive drone show, live music by The Hype Party Band, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.

    Mon, 12/16/24

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  • Holiday Traditions Homeschool Workshop

    This workshop offers a hands-on exploration of holiday traditions for homeschoolers aged 8-18 at the McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum.

    Tue, 12/17/24

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  • Beaumont Healthcare Virtual Job Fair

    This event connects job seekers in the healthcare field with potential employers through a virtual platform, offering automated matching and interview scheduling.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites

    Experience a captivating evening of Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop music performed by the Divisi String Quartet in a beautifully candlelit setting.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Classic Movie Night: Elf

    Enjoy a festive screening of the classic film 'Elf' at the Jefferson Theatre with affordable ticket prices and concessions available.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • Classic Movie Night: Pee Wee's Big Adventure

    This event features a screening of the classic film 'Pee Wee's Big Adventure' at the Jefferson Theatre in Beaumont.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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