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Hi Beaumont, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Aretha: a tribute, blacksmith demonstrations, and the Cajun Heritage Festival + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Inside a seafarer lifeline: Port Arthur’s International Seafarers’ Center, a Christian home for visiting sailors, says it needs volunteers and funding as ship visits, TWIC escorts, and van costs continue to grow — see how you can help.
Southeast Texas culture on display: Port Arthur, Texas’s Cajun Capital, was invited to an exhibit at Austin’s Bullock Museum featuring an accordion, a rub-board, and Esther Benoit’s ladle. Cajun Heritage Festival will be April 4 — see which artifacts were chosen.
Elite legal network welcomes member: Beaumont attorney Monica Valerio Wilkins, a shareholder at MehaffyWeber PC, was invited to join the International Association of Defense Counsel, a global group for corporate and insurance defense lawyers — learn about her practice areas.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
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.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
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🫶 We got your back
Weeknight burger upgrade: Daddio’s Burger keeps Beaumont humming with Nolan Ryan beef patties, hand-cut Idaho fries, and Blue Bell shakes, plus playful add-ons like goat cheese or a fried egg when you’re feeling fancy. A no-fuss, big-flavor standby for cravings when the dishes can wait.
Roll into the week: Whether you’re chasing nostalgia or shaking off weekday blahs, Manning’s Texas on Wheels brings rink energy to match: good tunes, smooth laps, and room to cruise with friends. A midweek roll becomes a mood lift, a quick reset that turns routine into glide time.
Art fix, any day: Art Museum of Southeast Texas brings local energy with rotating exhibits, smart programs, and the occasional hands-on moment. Whether it’s been a minute or not, expect fresh surprises that reset your routine… art that nudges, delights, and lingers. Lively, curious, and always changing.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Beaumont for grown ups
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🔨 Blacksmith Demonstrations @ Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum | Thursday (3/5) at 12:15 PM – Mr. Rob is firing up the forge and turning hot metal into history, right here at Spindletop. He’s sharing stories, technique, and just enough sparks to make you feel alive, not singed. Swing by, soak up the craftsmanship, leave weirdly motivated to fix that gate.
🌼 Denim and Daisies Gala @ City of Beaumont Event Center | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Denim and Daisies Gala means one thing, dressing up without pretending you love sequins. Back for year two, it’s equal parts small-town sparkle and denim comfort, with daisy-chic vibes, easy mingling, and just enough polish to keep your boots on.
🎭 The Odd Couple (Female Version) @ Betty Greenberg Center for Performing Arts | Friday (3/6) at 7:30 PM – Call the sitter and grab a seat for Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple, Female Version, a PG-13 romp where mismatched roommates prove cleaning styles are a love language. Expect Noises Off level zaniness, sharper quips, and the kind of live laughs you can’t stream.
🌱 Spring vegetable plant sale @ Jack Brooks Regional Airport | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Ready to skip the seedling drama and go straight to the good stuff? JCMG’s annual vegetable plant sale is back with an outstanding selection, so your garden beds can look intentional, not accidental. Swing by, grab sturdy starts, and brag about homegrown salads all summer.
🖼 First Saturday Double Opening Reception @ The Art Studio, Inc. | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – First Saturday brings a double opening to The Art Studio, Inc., with Amar Gupta’s Isolate and Justin LeBlanc’s Flowers sharing the spotlight. It is free, the artists are there, and the refreshments are real. Trade your couch for art, conversation, and a refill.
🎤 Aretha: A Tribute @ Julie Rogers Theater | Saturday (3/7) at 7:30 PM – R-E-S-P-E-C-T is being paid to the Queen of Soul, with Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw delivering a powerhouse tribute to Aretha. Expect goosebumps, big vocals, and zero Auto-Tune. Bring your best church clap, leave the high notes to the pros.
☘ 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.
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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: 81°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 5%
Partly sunny, with a high near 81. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 33%
A chance of rain showers between noon and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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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.
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