Seventeen years ago, James Martin, Chief Probation Officer for the Jefferson County juvenile detention facility, heard of the Foster Grandparents Program and thought it might fulfill a need here in Southeast Texas. He went to the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission and spoke with then-dir... More...
For Mary Palz, 34, home is where "Ms. Dell" is-in her heart, on her refrigerator and, up until January 29, in the kitchen at Buckner Children's Village. For the past 27 years, Emma Dell Stewart, 69, has been more than head cook at the Village. She has been a source of steady nourishment for hundred... More...
The first annual Wildcatters Chili for Charity Cook off and tail gate extravaganza proved to be a huge success, raising $825 for charity. The 'Catters spiced things up as local groups and businesses competed for bragging rights to the best chili in Southeast Texas. There were more than 30 different... More...
The 80th Session of the Texas Legislature is about making good on a commitment to both our system of public education and to our taxpayers. As Chairman of the Texas Senate Republican Caucus, it is my duty to insure these goals will be met. More...
Have you ever been frustrated by the fact that your vacation photos don't quite capture the vibrant memories and experiences of a trip? That was exactly the challenge faced by retired Lamar associate professor of art, Phil Fitzpatrick, upon his return from a month-long trip to Galicia and central ... More...
Local United States Professional Tennis Association multi-state indoor competition was held in Houston recently at six different indoor facilities. The local USPTA ladies teams had to qualify in local competition to represent Beaumont in Houston. More...
KELLYDEBATETEAM WINDS UP SEASON IN FINE FASHION The Kelly Debate team finished the regular season in grand style at the Eisenhower High School tournament Jan. 26-27. Four Kelly debaters, Salimah Jasani, Evan Lee, Paul Rizk, and Thad Stevens advanced to the Octofinals and Salimah,Evan, and Pa... More...
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Heart Association to honor sweethearts with Crager Award