Good morning, Beaumont.

On Friday, Dec. 19, volunteers with Some Other Place’s Giving Tree helped over 1,000 families in Beaumont by distributing toys, books, clothes (and apples) to those preparing for Christmas.

Local job data shows a drop in the Beaumont Port Arthur jobless rate from 5.9% in August to 5.6% in September as healthcare and construction roles gain while national figures remain steady.

Meanwhile, Sunrise Records at 2425 S 11th St. seeks crowdfunding to stay open amid rising costs.

Beaumont ISD officials met with the TEA on Wednesday to discuss appointing a board of managers and a conservator—state leaders listened and noted the district's progress.

The agency will decide within two weeks, and if it takes over, the transition could occur between March and June.

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.