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Early voting ends with final surge in Jefferson, Hardin, Orange County

Who are the candidates for Jefferson County Criminal District Court?. JEFFERSON/HARDIN/ORANGE COUNTY — The surge in early voting began on day one and never let up, with the final numbers tonight showing a strong turnout in Jefferson County, Hardin and Orange County. Early voting began October 19 and ended...

Orange County, TX · 7d

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Two Silsbee schools 'on hold' due to possible gas leak in neighborhood near campuses

SILSBEE — Two Silsbee ISD campuses are 'on hold' due to a gas leak in the neighborhood behind the campuses. The district posted a Facebook message saying that at 9:30 a.m., Silsbee Police contacted the campuses to let them know they are investigating a possible gas leak in the neighborhood behind Silsbee Elementary and Laura Reeves Primary.

Silsbee, TX · 4d

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Jefferson County Grand Jury Returns Six Indictments in Beaumont Case

Jefferson County grand jurors returned six indictments against 31-year-old Dawn A. Vickers after a September incident in Beaumont, with one count for each of six children, KFDM reported. The charges allege abandonment or endangerment with intent to return, a state jail felony under Texas Penal Code Section 22.041(d)(1). The children ranged in age from 8 months to 10 years.

Beaumont, TX · 8d

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Cost concerns lead Liberty County commissioners to move forward with 500-bed jail

After years of planning and discussions, Liberty County is moving forward with construction plans for a new county jail. During a special called meeting Friday, Oct. 30, Liberty County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to proceed with an approximately 500-bed facility, choosing not to pursue a larger 600-bed option that would have provided additional room for the county’s growing detention needs.

Liberty County, TX · 7d

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Beaumont to install adaptive traffic signals on four major roadways

Beaumont is moving forward with plans to install adaptive traffic signal systems along four major roadways, including College Street, where business owners say congestion is common during morning and evening commutes and around lunchtime. The projects will upgrade existing traffic signals on College Street, 11th Street, Major Drive and MLK...

Beaumont, TX · 9d

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Residents question consistency as $2,000-a-day code fines target dumping, lawns, zoning

Port Arthur — Port Arthur residents could face fines of up to $2,000 a day for certain code violations, including illegal dumping, parking on a lawn and zoning issues, but some residents are questioning how consistently the rules are enforced. The City of Port Arthur recently shared a Facebook...

Port Arthur, TX · 9d

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Building in Beaumont that once had ties to Jasper under scrutiny and concern

A building in Downtown Beaumont with strong ties to Jasper is under scrutiny. The Tonahill building, a four-story Art Deco structure at 495 Orleans Street once owned by the late Joe Tonahill, a famed Jasper attorney, has been abandoned and closed for some time. However, recent reports that pieces of plaster and other debris have fallen from the building have concerned some and prompted calls for action before someone gets hurt.

Beaumont, TX · 10d

Beaumont Enterprise

Beaumont road closures set for Gift of Life Monster Dash 5K

Main Street and parts of downtown Beaumont will close to traffic as the Gift of Life Monster Dash 5K gets underway.

Beaumont, TX · 8d

KFDM-TV

Boil Water Notice in Nome after contractor accidentally cuts main line

NOME — Families that live in Nome need to boil their water until further notice, according to Mayor Kerry Abney. The mayor says a contractor working for TxDOT and installing a safety barrier accidentally cut the 8 inch main water line today. That prompted the mayor to issue a...

Nome, TX · 7d

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Mardi Gras SE Texas will host only its Aurora Grand Ball in 2027, with no parades, as Port Arthur launches its own Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras Southeast Texas will celebrate its 35th year with a Mardi Gras ball but no parades in 2027, as the nonprofit regroups after what it called a "devastating rainout" in 2026. The 35th Anniversary Majestic Krewe of Aurora Grand Ball on Saturday, Jan. 16, at the Beaumont Civic Center...

Port Arthur, TX · 10d

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Beaumont Trees is putting down roots for a greener city

A new local nonprofit is working to build up Beaumont’s tree canopy.

Beaumont, TX · 8d

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Over 80K people cast their ballot in SE Texas as early voting comes to an end

Jefferson County, TX · 7d

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Beaumont ISD dedicates transportation complex to Howard Trahan Jr., the district’s longest-serving trustee

Beaumont ISD dedicated its new transportation complex Wednesday morning to Howard J. Trahan Jr., the longest-serving trustee in the district's history. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Trahan Transportation Complex ran from 10 to 11 a.m. at the facility, located at 2445 Concord Road, according to a Beaumont ISD news release. The program included welcome remarks from district leaders, special remarks from the Trahan family, the official ribbon-cutting, guided tours of the facility and a reception for guests, the release said.

Beaumont, TX · 9d

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Feral hogs moving closer to Beaumont, county says

Jefferson County commissioners will decide Tuesday whether to accept a $10,600 grant to buy three large traps for feral hogs, which the county says are moving closer to Beaumont. The money would come from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, which gives grants to counties for hog control. If commissioners approve...

Beaumont Enterprise

Burial grounds reveal a forgotten chapter of Beaumont’s Black history

The city of Beaumont is revising plans for the Pine Street Raw Water Line project after discovering historic burial grounds on city-owned property.

Beaumont, TX · 10d

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Residents question consistency as $2,000-a-day code fines target dumping, lawns, zoning

Port Arthur, TX · 9d

Beaumont Enterprise

Beaumont's first veterans parade aims to honor service members

The city of Beaumont will host its first veterans parade to honor those who have served our country.

Beaumont, TX · 9d

KFDM-TV

Councilman urges injunction, possible demolition of Tonahill Building

Why does the city maintain the Tonahill Building is an imminent danger?. Why does Crenshaw advocate for an injunction against Flanagan?. Beaumont — Concerns about falling debris from Beaumont’s 89-year-old Tonahill Building have resurfaced after a City Council member posted that a piece of the downtown building fell and destroyed a street lamp, while the property owner insists nothing fell and says there is “no imminent danger.”

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Waste Watch: Ford Park in the red for 23 years, another $2.5 million loss projected

BEAUMONT — Doggett Ford Park has never turned a profit in its 23 years, and Jefferson County projects another operating loss in fiscal year 2027. “All in all, it’s a mixed bag. I would love to see the facility pay for itself,” Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick said.

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Kim & Dade Phelan Behavioral Sciences Center promises new level of mental health care

Special to The Leader news@orangeleader.com BEAUMONT — The first concrete pier was poured Tuesday afternoon with the help of State Rep. Dade Phelan for what promises to be the premier […]