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BEAUMONT, Texas — The homegoing celebration for Ebonie Nacol Gilbert, a beloved woman who made a lasting impact on the entire community, is scheduled to take place on Saturday. Gilbert was born on July 19, 1985, in Orange to Olin and Minnie Gilbert. Her life was taken far too...

Sierra Kondos Special to the Orange Leader ORANGE — The Orange County Action Association Meals on Wheels has hired a new executive director to uplift the organization by improving financial health, optimizing volunteer utilization, and re-engaging seniors in activities. Kristen Ross, previously a program manager at the Houston Health Department under the Bureau of Youth […] The post Meals on Wheels new executive director unveils plan for community appeared first on Orange Leader.

A football game is 4 quarters, and the final outcome is a collection of everything that happens during the course of the game, but every play matters and can be the difference between a win or a loss. Jasper had one of those plays and on Friday night turning the outcome and sending Jasper to defeat in their first district game against the West Orange-Stark Mustangs.

Southeast Texas — The lack of rain is prompting more Southeast Texas counties to enact burn bans. The list includes: Jefferson, Hardin, Orange, Tyler, Newton, Liberty and Chambers County. Newton County Judge Ronnie Cochran has issued a burn ban that'll remain in effect until at least Friday, October 18.

There are 18 federal prisons and NINE federal prison camps that are operating in the Lone Star state. I came across this interesting deep dive into federal facilities made available by Zoukis Consulting. Not only do they list the facilities, they provide a fantastic look into the nitty gritty details about each facility.

BEAUMONT, Texas — The probable cause affidavit used to obtain a search warrant for the office of a Beaumont developer earlier this week lays out why police suspect he may have had one of his own downtown buildings set on fire earlier this year. Tom Flanagan, who owns several...

VIDOR — A Vidor area family is “feeling the love” thanks to Innovative Air Solutions and manufacturer Lenox. On Thursday, representatives of Innovative Air Solutions loaded up a brand new a/c unit and installed it at the Vidor area home of Chelsey Walters. Walters was nominated for the new unit as part of the Innovative […] The post Vidor family “feeling the love” from local business appeared first on Orange Leader.

BEAUMONT, Texas — Dog lovers and their furry friends gathered to celebrate the 2024 Dogtoberfest today at "Central Bark" in downtown Beaumont. The family-fun event took place Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the area between Julie Rogers Theatre and the Beaumont Downtown Library. Dogtoberfest started with...

Port Arthur — On October 10, 2019, Jamica Thibo was riding his bicycle on Savannah Avenue in Port Arthur at about 3:15 A.M. A surveillance camera captured the final moments before a driver struck Thibo. "It was obvious it was somebody, because this man was wearing a reflective vest,”...

BEAUMONT, Texas — As Beaumont city leaders slowly "chip away" at downtown revitalization with hopes of a river walk and hotel, one dream has become a reality. The Riverside Grille, a popular downtown Beaumont restaurant is celebrating its one year anniversary on October 30. Many Southeast Texans view Riverside...

BEAUMONT — Lamar University scored a touchdown with nine minutes remaining to pull within seven and got the ball back with 1:49 on the clock but Robert Coleman's pass (with seconds remaining from the Stephen F. Austin 21-yard line) fell incomplete as the Lumberjacks held on to upset the 22nd-ranked Cardinals, 27-20, Saturday afternoon on Homecoming at Provost Umphrey Stadium.

Get ready to see Nashville country music recording band Lonestar live in concert as they head to Orange, Texas in November 2024. Lonestar was started in 1992, and since that time, they have released some mega country hits, but they are best known for their power ballads. In their career, they have released 37 singles, nine of which have gone all the way to #1.

ORANGE — The Lutcher Theater is thrilled to welcome The Bacon Brothers to its stage on Saturday, October 19, at 7:30 p.m. for an unforgettable night of music and storytelling. Kevin and Michael Bacon will present their acclaimed performance, “Ballad of the Brothers,” featuring award-winning songs along with their signature blend of genres. The Bacon […] The post Kevin Bacon and brother, Michael, to perform at Lutcher Theater appeared first on Orange Leader.

BEAUMONT, Texas (AP) — Qualon Jones ran for 119 yards and his two second-half touchdowns carried Stephen F. Austin to a 27-20 Southland Conference win over Lamar on Saturday. The Lumberjacks (4-2, 2-1) never trailed and took the lead after Sam Vidlak hit Kylon Harris with a 36-yard touchdown...

For a first-year varsity program, the Westminster Christian-Lafayette Golden Chargers are making a lot of noise. Westminster faced a mirror image of itself on Friday for homecoming against the Vinton Lions, who run the same veer offense. The Chargers' defense stopped the Lions on fourth down in overtime, and quarterback...

BEAUMONT, Texas – One of only three remaining Southland Conference who have not yet opening league play, the 22nd-ranked Lamar University Cardinals (3-2/0-0 SLC) will change that Saturday. Big Red will host Stephen F. Austin at Provost Umphrey Stadium for a 3 p.m. kick off – LU's first afternoon game of the season.