Good morning, Beaumont.

United Way of Beaumont will distribute roughly 750 food boxes (food and household essentials) at Alex Keith Park Community Center to ease holiday stress, while Legacy Community Health hosted a free pediatric holiday party with crafts, toy giveaways and a visit from Santa at Peach MacArthur School. This effort underscores local organizations working to bring holiday cheer to families in need.

Data from the Texas Workforce Commission showed the Beaumont-Port Arthur region recorded a 5.6% unemployment rate in September—down from 5.9% in August but slightly higher than 5.4% a year ago—as the local labor force grew to 176,412 while the state added 4,600 jobs that month.

The Texas Education Agency announced Tuesday its takeover of Beaumont ISD starting next school year after five years of low performance — a decision that replaces local leadership.

Superintendent Dr. Shannon Allen urged staff to focus on nearly 16,000 students as the state seeks a new governing board.

The TCEQ will assess fines on Dec.

17 at TotalEnergies’ Port Arthur facility for eight violations of emission limits — the $111,175 penalty directs $55,588 to the agency and $55,587 to the local Lighthouse Program for low-income home efficiency upgrades.

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.