Good morning, Beaumont.

Urban Roots will host its Winter Market Tuesday, Dec.

23, from 1pm to 5pm at 2840 Glenwood Avenue — the event will feature local food vendors, gardening demos and family-friendly activities while raising funds for the Sickle Cell Foundation and youth programs.

Congressman Randy Weber honored West Orange-Stark coach Dan Hooks on the House floor after Hooks died Dec.

9. He coached for 29 years and won two state titles, and a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 22 at the G and G Event Center.

Cynthia Wolf lit the large silver menorah for the fifth night of Hanukkah at the newly reopened Riverfront Park on Thursday, Dec.

18—uniting community members with traditional songs, crafts, and a shared celebration of heritage.

Beaumont ISD superintendent met with the Education Commissioner in Austin on Friday to ask Mike Morath to reconsider plans to take over the district; she noted incremental improvements & a decision is expected within two weeks, with transition scheduled between March and June if unchanged.

Fishing guides offer reports on conditions for anglers at lakes like Sam Rayburn, Toledo Bend and Cedar Creek this weekend.

They note that water levels and temperatures vary, with bass and crappie responding to different techniques (such as shallow jigs and deep spoons), so anglers should adjust gear accordingly.

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.

Beaumont Pardi Gras 2026

7-11:30 p.m. — Beaumont Civic Center — Charity event — Celebrate Mardi Gras while supporting Southeast Texas Circle of Hope's fundraising efforts.