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Fire destroyed Beaumont’s 121-year-old Gilbert Building
Fire has destroyed a 4-story building in downtown Beaumont. Flames and smoke were reported at about 7:00 coming from the 121-year-old Gilbert Building, which was built in 1903 at the intersection of Pearl and Bowie Streets. The two-alarm fire kept Beaumont firefighters busy throughout the night and into Friday morning....
1/2 pound of suspected cocaine, guns seized from home following officer-involved shooting
Jasper — The Jasper Police Department is sharing new details about drugs and guns seized inside a home following a fatal officer-involved shooting. A Jasper PD SWAT team entered the home early Tuesday morning with a search warrant following a three month drug investigation. Officers identified themselves and say...
Sunday through Thursday alternating I-10 lane closures for Orange County detailed
Orange County motorists can expect nightly alternating lane closures on Interstate 10 eastbound from SH 62 to SH 87 beginning Sunday and running through Wednesday. On Thursday, work will begin the on I-10 westbound side. Contractors will be working in both areas beginning at 9 p.m. and running through 5 a.m. Please drive cautiously in […] The post Sunday through Thursday alternating I-10 lane closures for Orange County detailed appeared first on Orange Leader.
Suspected tire thief arrested after early morning traffic stop
BEAUMONT, Texas — A Beaumont Police Department officer reportedly thought something was suspicious when he saw a pickup truck leaving a local tire shop, its bed loaded down with tires, at 3 a.m. while out on patrol. While a truck leaving a tire store with tires obviously isn't that...
Search underway for drowning victim in the Neches River at Beaumont
A search began late Thursday evening for a drowning victim in the Neches River at Beaumont. KFDM 6 News is reporting that it happened as five adults in a boat had stopped to swim. The report said that Carlos Chavez Padalla, 26, of Beaumont, went under water and never resurfaced.
Aftermath of Gilbert Building fire still impacting downtown Beaumont businesses
BEAUMONT, Texas — Parts of downtown Beaumont remain closed off after the historic Gilbert Building went up in flames last Thursday, and now it's impacting businesses. "It has absolutely had an impact on business," said Megan Cobb, owner of Taluka Trades. Cobb opened Taluka Trades in March and she...
Nederland Police Department arrests and responses: May 26 – June 1
Nederland Police Department officers made the following arrests from May 26 to June 1: Rodrick Demon Bryant, 46, driving while intoxicated Hannah Nicole Fennell, 18, fail to identify, assault offense touch-family violence Kristopher James Montalvo, 40, possession of a controlled substance Quinshonn James Alpough, 23, warrant other agency Brandy Nicole Bradford, 39, warrant other agency […] The post Nederland Police Department arrests and responses: May 26 – June 1 appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Astros mascot Orbit highlights Nederland library summer outreach
NEDERLAND — The goal of any summer reading program is to entice more people to read, attend programs and come to the library, according to Noah Perryman. The library assistant for the Marion & Ed Hughes Public Library in Nederland said those efforts are ongoing, with plenty of special fun planned in the coming weeks. […] The post Astros mascot Orbit highlights Nederland library summer outreach appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Teacher externship connecting classrooms to careers for local teachers
Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas connected 70 educators from 13 school districts across Jefferson, Orange and Hardin counties with 16 host sites, fostering collaborations between educators and industry professionals. The 2024 Teacher Externship reflects Workforce Solutions’ commitment to providing high-quality educational opportunities for teachers and students. “By bridging the gap between classrooms and careers, this program […] The post Teacher externship connecting classrooms to careers for local teachers appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Groves man linked to armed robbery of teens’ phones and bicycle
A Jefferson County grand jury indicted two males, ages 17 and 18, for allegedly robbing three juveniles at gunpoint, stealing their phones and a bicycle. The juvenile victims, ages 14, 15 and 16, were hanging out May 4 at a cemetery off Pine Street in Beaumont when a person described with tattooed face ran up […] The post Groves man linked to armed robbery of teens’ phones and bicycle appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Arthur man accused of shooting teen girl found guilty of aggravated assault
BEAUMONT, Texas — A 34-year-old Port Arthur man was found guilty of aggravated assault Wednesday for shooting a girl under 14 after she resisted his sexual advances. The punishment faze is now starting, Harris will be sentenced by a jury. Jury selection began Monday before Judge John Stevens in...
LU Basketball camp having fun and teaching fundamentals
Beaumont, Tx — Lamar Head Men's Basketball Coach, Alvin Brooks Jr is holding the first of his two-week camp this month. Coach Brooks and his staff are teaching area kids of all levels a love for the game of basketball.
Check out the Christian Women of Virtue Leading Ladies of 2024
The seven women named the Christian Women of Virtue Leading Ladies of 2024 honorees come from different walks of life but all have made a positive impact on others as trailblazers and innovators. “They’ve been the wind beneath so many wings,” Rev. Charlotte Moses said during the meet-and-greet held Thursday at the Museum of the […] The post Check out the Christian Women of Virtue Leading Ladies of 2024 appeared first on Port Arthur News.
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