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As long as you're 18 by Nov. 5, you can vote in the presidential election
AUSTIN, Texas — With President Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the presidential race, former President Donald Trump choosing his running mate and Vice President Kamala Harris expected to become the Democratic nominee, a lot of Americans have voting on their minds. Chatter on social media and from...
Officials report less wildfires this season due to excessive rainfall
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In 2023, first responders across the state battled more than 160 wildfires according to the Texas A&M Forest Service and so far this year only 20 have been reported in this summer’s wildfire season. “You know being in Texas anytime it rains, it’s good,” Sean Dugan, Texas A&M Forest Service, Public […]
Wednesday Night Forecast: Rain chances continue through the weekend
TONIGHT: A few scattered showers early, becoming more isolated near midnight. Chance of rain: 40%. Low: 73. Winds: E 5 MPH. THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with some scattered showers and thunderstorms around. Chance of rain: 40%. High: 83. Winds: SE 5-10 MPH. FRIDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Chance of […]
Hamshire-Fannett volleyball 'coaching skills to excel at them' in camp
We've been counting down the days until the start of fall sports, and one team from our area is already putting in that work. Not only that, they've been spending the week training the next generation of great volleyball players. The Lady Horns at Hamshire-Fannett wrapping up camp Wednesday. Over...
Beaumont ISD Board discusses possible use of 'Yondr' pouches to restrict student cellphone usage
BEAUMONT, Texas — The Beaumont Independent School District School Board will be discussing the effectiveness of "Yondr" pouches during their July 25 meeting. Board members will discuss the possibility of requiring all High School students to use Yondr pouches to restrict cellphone usage during instructional hours. They will also...
Jasper Memorial Hospital receives an award for stroke patient care
CHRISTUS Southeast Texas has announced that Jasper Memorial Hospital has received an award for excellence in comprehensive stroke care. The award comes from the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association. According to CHRISTUS officials, Jasper Memorial received a bronze level award for providing the most up-to-date, research-based guidelines...
Chiba Hot Pot now open in Conroe
Chiba Hot Pot serves a wide range of flavors in a communal pot of simmering broth where guests can cook their own ingredients at their table. (Courtesy Chiba Hot Pot) Chiba Hot Pot officials confirmed the eatery opened on July 1 and is now serving a wide range of flavors in a communal pot of simmering broth where guests can cook their own ingredients at their table.
LU naming track after legendary Lamar coach Sonny Jolly
Beaumont — A Lamar University legend will see his name set in stone on the track where he coached so many to greatness. Lamar University is naming the track at the Ty Tyrrell track and field complex after legendary coach Sonny Jolly. A ceremony will take place Thursday afternoon...
Surrogacy Nightmare: Houston CEO Allegedly Uses Funds for Rap Career (video)
Houston-Based Surrogacy Escrow Company Under Scrutiny. A surrogacy escrow management company based in Houston, SEAM, is facing serious allegations of fraud, accused of defrauding intended parents out of millions of dollars. The company, owned by Dominique Side, abruptly stopped making payments to surrogate mothers, causing widespread financial distress and legal actions.
Port Arthur Mayor Thurman Bartie does not get enough verified signatures to change charter allowing him to run for third term
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Port Arthur Mayor Thurman Bartie has failed to get enough certified signatures to change a city charter that would've allowed him to run for a third term. To make the change, Bartie needed to gather almost 1,400 signatures from the community. He told 12News that...
Gymnasts in Beaumont coping with the 'twisties': the dangers if pushed too far
BEAUMONT — Ahead of the Olympics, we're taking a closer look at an issue that can affect even the most talented gymnasts in the world, including at Beaumont Gymnastics Academy. Simone Biles raised awareness to a sports performance anxiety called the 'twisties' when she pulled out of events in...
16-year-old gunned down in Atascocita, killer still at large
HOUSTON - Jacob Cain was only 16 years old when he was killed. He was found shot in the chest in the woods at the dead end of Timber Wood Trails in Atascocita on September 10, 2023. The Harris County Sheriff's Office is the agency investigating the homicide. "He's not...
West Nile Virus found in Baytown mosquitoes
BAYTOWN, Texas – Positive West Nile Virus results have been found in mosquitoes tested in Baytown, the city announced Wednesday. The positive tests were found in four samples collected by Harris County’s Public Health and Environmental Services, or HCPHES. The announcement comes less than two weeks after the...
Spring Bass Pro Shops hiring fair: 150+ jobs need to be filled
HOUSTON - Bass Pro Shops is hosting a hiring fair to fill more than 150 positions at its new Spring location opening this fall. The hiring fair will be held Wednesday, July 24, and Thursday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Hochzeit Hall (427 Gentry Street). FOX...
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