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Beaumont Animal Care is celebrating Adopt-a-Cat month in June with reduced adoption fees of $20 for all cats and kittens. The fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, first set of vaccines, flea prevention, and dewormer.

The Federal Aviation Administration Tower at Jack Brooks Regional Airport is undergoing maintenance, which generally includes cosmetic upgrades such as new paint, said Airport Manager Alex Rupp. Additionally, approximately two weeks ago, airport officials began renovations to the general aviation terminal. Rupp said it will be more conducive for emergency operations. They anticipate the project […] The post PHOTO FEATURE — Airport renovations happening inside and out appeared first on Port Arthur News.

The two major rivers, along with Sabine Lake, and several bayous have provided centuries of indigenous people and settlers a way to travel, eat, and relax. Orange County's waterways are now drawing national attention through professional fishing tournaments, but fishing has always been important to residents. The indigenous Attakapa ate fish, shellfish, and alligators, along with lotus and cattail roots.

In 1998, shortly after leaving the U.S. Navy, Drew Waters built a house in Sachse, Texas. It was, in his approximation, about one-eighth of a mile from Wylie. Often he and his daughters would have breakfast in Wylie, where the older generation would occasionally bring up “that murder.” It had been 18 years since Candy […] The post ORANGE IN HOLLYWOOD — Going from shy to starring alongside biggest names appeared first on Orange Leader.

A new self-serve frozen yogurt spot with plenty of tasty toppings located at 6025 Phelan Blvd in Beaumont, The Yogurt Bar also has options for the health-conscious and those with a sweet tooth. KFDM's Tan Radford reports live on The Morning Show.

Rao’s Bakery and Coffee Café is hosting its 23rd Annual Summer Bake Camp for children at the Nederland, Beaumont and Spring locations, beginning on May 30 through Aug. 3. Baking groups are divided into two age groups, 5-year-olds to 8-years-old and the 9-year-olds to 12-year-olds. Registration is online and the fee is $75 per child. […] The post ON THE MENU — Rao’s Bakery Summer Bake Camp inspires “Confidence in the Kitchen” appeared first on Port Arthur News.

Texas is of course known for all things big. That apparently includes random alligators walking through a neighborhood. According to the Dallas Morning News a huge alligator with three legs was caught walking around early Sunday morning. One resident told KTRK that he had seen the alligator the night before.

PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Port Arthur city leaders are hoping to beat the heat in Southeast Texas by working with investors to bring a water park to Pleasure Island. A representative from a Dallas-based development group presented the idea to city council members and Port Arthur Mayor Thurman Bartie on Tuesday.

Heritage House Museum will have a reception Thursday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. for a new exhibit featuring fishing and water sports in Orange County. The exhibit includes items on loan from the family of the late Captain Dickie Colburn, a well-known fishing guide, and from Shari Spradling, whose parents founded the Aqua Demons and Debs acrobatic water-skiing group.

PORT NECHES — Port Neches has plenty to visit. But one of the fastest growing places to see stands on a quiet little street behind Port Neches Avenue. He greets visitors. He’s occasionally in photos. And although he doesn’t speak, he always has something to say. Also, he has a name — although, not many […] The post Here’s how region’s newest celebrity — Mega Skelly Bones — came to be appeared first on Port Arthur News.

GROVES, Texas — Round of a paws for a special Groves Middle School graduate!. Sadie is graduating with honors from the 8th grade. She was a service dog for Annslee Barbosa, who will now move on to high school. Sadie started going to school with Barbosa, who is a...

BRIDGE CITY — A family in Bridge City says an alligator entered their property by slipping under a fence in Cherry Hill Estates. The family thanks a local game warden who was able to relocate the unexpected visitor. Cortlyn Caballero wants to raise awareness that with warmer weather reptiles...

BEAUMONT — One of Beaumont's long-standing pools is opened for summer fun. The city of Beaumont pool at Alice Keith Park opens on Saturday, May 27. The city's 10 splash pads are also open. Magnolia Pool didn't open Saturday due to an issue with maintenance. The pool is expected...

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated campgrounds in Beaumont using data from Yelp.

Consider these local gardens for a picture scenery or a date night activity! Here is an index of the East Texas Gardens and Arboretums near you!. Know of another garden we didn’t list, let us know here!. Athens. East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society. One hundred acres of wooded...

Figs absolutely enjoy our SETX climate with numerous varieties which grow quickly, producing bountiful harvest. The LSU Purple fig (Ficus Carica) produces dark purple, beautiful, flavorful fruit perfect for eating fresh from the tree, poaching in red wine for dessert, or when used to make preserves, conserve, or jelly. Orange...

Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated restaurants for special occasions in Beaumont from Tripadvisor.

JEFFERSON COUNTY - To a birder, there’s no better time of year than the month of May. As part of that sentiment, in conjunction with the group “Birdability”, Nebraska Game and Parks is holding a free bird walk this weekend at Rock Creek Station in rural Jefferson County. Cassandra Dean is Birdability Captain for Nebraska and will lead the walk this Saturday. She talked about the Birdability organization.

BEAUMONT — Museums offer educational experiences for children and a local institution is making it easier for all families to attend. The Beaumont Children's Museum announces they have joined the 'Museums for all' program that allows low-income families and those receiving SNAP benefits to enjoy the museum at a reduced price.

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