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Happy weekend, Beaumont!
In today’s happening-today edition: 12 bizarre Texas places, WWII veterans turning 100, Swan Lake, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Surreal sights you must see: From downtown Beaumont’s giant fire hydrant to Houston’s Beer Can House and the mystifying depths of Jacob’s Well, this roundup spotlights 12 bizarre Texas places that defy expectations — see all 12 featured spots.
Saluting a remarkable generation: On February 25, Beaumont’s VA Clinic honored ten World War II veterans aged 100 or turning 100 in 2026, with stories from Vernon Chauvin and Joe Escamilla inspiring attendees — see how the community celebrated.
New shipbuilding hub takes shape: Davie Defense has acquired assets in Galveston and Port Arthur and plans to invest $730 million, potentially adding thousands of jobs. Brownsville is under consideration for a drone boat site — read the full story.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Crave-worthy fry fix: Hand-cut Idaho russet fries nail the crisp‑fluffy sweet spot, and parmesan truffle fries suit fancier moods. Daddio’s Burger turns the side into the star. Bring a friend, split a basket, promise you’ll “just have a few,” then keep reaching back… because you already know how this story goes.
Glow-up, but local: If a little refresh is on your list, The Med Spa keeps Beaumont glowing with Botox/Dysport, fillers, Hydrafacial, microneedling, and laser hair removal. Expect a down-to-earth team, natural results, and straight talk with clear guidance, not upsells.
Dial in those lines: Haven’t tossed a round at Klein Park lately? The 18-hole mix pairs tight, shady woods with a few let-it-fly fairways, concrete tees, and a sneaky creek lurking nearby. It’s a hometown test that keeps your bag honest and your putts humble.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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🧘 Pilates and Matcha @ Penché Pilates – Reformer Pilates Studio | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – If your core and caffeine habit have been eyeing a truce, swing by PenchePilates for a pop-up of Pilates and matcha. Stretch outside, then sip through their menu and new drinks, all the abs, antioxidants, and smug satisfaction you can handle.
🍀 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.
🎭 The Wiz TYA Auditions @ Cathedral of Faith Baptist Church | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Beaumont’s budding Dorothys and Scarecrows, audition for The Wiz at Cathedral of Faith’s Education Building. They teach all, wear tennis shoes, no jeans or open back shoes, bring lunch and water, ages 5 and 6 with a parent, 7 to 18 solo, be on time.
💃 CHS Class of ’98 Twirp Dance @ Dorothy’s Bar & Grill | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 PM – Break out Doc Martens and gym-floor twirl, the ’98 Twirp Dance is back for the 35-and-up crowd. Presale is $15 all February, or $20 at the door. Kitchen closes by 11 pm, so snag snacks early, slow jams included, and no outside food or drinks.
🎤 Crossroads and more @ Soggy Bottom Saloon | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 PM – Split decision night, local edition. Inside, Crossroads dishes crowd-pleasing rock, country, oldies, and feel-good originals, with heartfelt nods to our service folks; outside, the prettiest backyard in town erupts into a karaoke and dance free-for-all. Two parties, one bar tab, zero excuses to sit.
🎾 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Tennis Mixer @ Beaumont Municipal Tennis Center | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Grab your racket and something green, and swing by the annual St. Patrick’s Day tennis mixer for friendly doubles, light trash talk, and refreshments. All levels welcome, no actual pinching please, just $5 and a sense of humor. RSVP before the leprechauns snag your spot.
🦢 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.
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Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Beaumont report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 0%
Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 7%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 5 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. West wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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