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Hi Beaumont, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Beloved gator Boots’ relocation, wonderfully strange Texas attractions, and Swan Lake + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Beaumont protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 Most-clicked stories this week
A gentle giant’s journey: After more than 20 years in Port Aransas, beloved gator Boots has been relocated to Gator Country in Beaumont for public safety, after people approached him at unsafe distances — read the full story.
New path to workforce skills: Lamar State College Port Arthur and Jasper’s Gated Rentals will offer paid job training soon, taught by Elton Hollis, letting participants learn on the job while earning $12 an hour — see how the training works.
Offbeat Lone Star oddities: From Houston’s glittering Beer Can House to downtown Beaumont’s giant Dalmatian-spotted fire hydrant, a recent list spotlights 12 wonderfully strange Texas attractions, including a Hill Country spring that flows year-round — check out the full list.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 This week’s top finds
Movie night, leveled up: When your queue gets stale, Jefferson Theatre revives it with Classic Movie Nights, a true 4K laser projector, Dolby surround, and a gorgeously restored space. Bring a friend, pick a throwback, and let the popcorn decide this week.
Upscale treasure hunt vibes: Glory B’s Consignment and Resale Boutique blends upscale finds with hidden‑gem energy, offering women’s designer clothing, accessories, jewelry, handbags, and home décor in a clean, well-organized space. Clear a closet, trade up your style, and leave with pieces you’ll actually wear.
Sips + small bites: When the evening calls for linger-and-graze, Bon Vivant sets a cozy wine-café mood with rotating pours by the glass, charcuterie, and sommelier-curated nibbles. Ideal for a midweek catch-up or low-key date, no fuss… just dialed-in pairings and easy conversation.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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🏺 Clay Handbuilding Classes (March) @ The Art Studio, Inc. | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:00 PM – Trade your screen time for clay time at TASI with master ceramist Greg Busceme, Sr. Over six sessions you will learn handbuilding, glazing, and raku, then leave with pieces you actually made. Adults 16+, all materials included, $100, limited spots, register early.
🍣 Sushi 101 @ Tokyo Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:00 PM – Whether you’re sushi-shy or a hamachi hawk, this class pours hot and cold sake and serves four tasting courses while a chef teaches you to roll. Bring three friends, snag a limited seat, and earn bragging rights without sacrificing the rice or your dignity.
🧘 Art in Motion: Yoga in the Gallery @ Art Museum of Southeast Texas | Thursday (3/12) at 10:30 AM – Swap fluorescent gym lights for AMSET’s galleries with a free, instructor-led yoga class among the art, serenity, and that glorious museum A/C. Pre-register, arrive 15 minutes early, and know donations are welcome, then enjoy stretching without a treadmill in sight.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day Dance @ The Arc of Greater Beaumont | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats a St. Paddy’s shuffle to kick off the year. Dust off something green, rally your crew, and waltz, two-step, or just sway toward the refreshments, guilt free. Call the office at (409) 838-9012 to get on the list, because luck favors the organized.
🏁 DeWalt Nascar Show Car Event @ M&D Supply Ace Hardware | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 AM – Make a pit stop at M&D Supply, where Christopher Bell’s DEWALT NASCAR show car awaits photo ops. Grab event deals with 20% off select tools, sample Big Green Egg, RecTeq, and Traeger demos, because Beaumont loves horsepower and hardware.
🍀 Combat Vets Annual Gumbo Cook-Off & St. Paddy’s Day Party @ Teddy Morse’s Cowboy Harley-Davidson | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – The Combat Vets are stirring the pot with their annual Gumbo Cook-Off and St. Paddy’s party, where green attire earns bragging rights. Expect serious roux, a silent auction backing Chapter 23-13, and zero tolerance for bland. Cook teams with chops are welcome.
🦢 Swan Lake @ Julie Rogers Theater | Sunday (3/15) at 6:00 PM – Trade your usual evening routine for Swan Lake from World Ballet Company, a full-on classic with 50 international dancers, hand-sewn costumes, and Tchaikovsky soaring. Expect the Dance of the Little Swans, 32 fouettés, and the kind of drama that makes reality TV look under-rehearsed.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Beaumont report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 79°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 74%
Patchy fog and showers and thunderstorms likely before 7am, then patchy fog and showers and thunderstorms likely between 7am and 10am, then patchy fog and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. East wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Southeast wind around 0 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Tomorrow – High: 80°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 38%
Patchy fog before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. South wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
Most popular house this week
This 4-bed, 3.5-bath estate spans 2.76 acres with handcrafted walls, arched windows, and gracious formal rooms dressed in chandeliers, porcelain tile, and custom draperies. A Thermador-equipped chef’s kitchen centers the home with a granite island and built-ins. Highlights include a 420-sf game room, guest suite with patio, 10-foot SunSetter awning, gated pool, and 3-car garage with golf cart bay.
Take a peek inside →
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