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Hello Port Arthur! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Visionary awards, Harry Potter trivia, and a living shrimp bowl workshop + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Celebrating local changemakers: Southeast Texas Visionary Awards will honor regional leaders in Beaumont this August, recognizing innovation, community service, and excellence, hosted by Solomon and Tierrene' Ajao with attendees from across Southeast Texas -- read the full story.
A full season ahead: Tickets went on sale Monday for Lutcher Theater’s 2026–27 season in Orange, featuring musicals and concerts like Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, Chicken Wire Empire, and Jason Scheff’s Chicago Nights -- see the lineup and tickets.
Storm readiness in motion: Jefferson County Drainage District 7 began clearing ditches and readying about 55 flood gates to protect Port Arthur from surge. Residents urged to keep ditches clear -- read the full story.
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The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Fluffy stack fix: Whether the snooze button won again or you're just craving something fluffy and golden, Kimmy's Cafe has you covered with pancakes, waffles, crepes, and solid omelets, plus burgers if breakfast slides into lunch. Keep it simple, keep it local, then get on with your day happier.
New couch energy: Family-owned for decades, Mike's Furniture Port Arthur keeps it easy with a big in-store selection and brands you actually know like Ashley, Coaster, and Crown Mark. When the old recliner finally taps out, go pick something comfy you won’t regret every football Sunday.
Instant kid cooldown: When the humidity hits like a wall, Port Neches Splash Park is the low-effort, high-giggle fix close to home. Tap the red whale tail to wake up the sprays, let the kids run wild, and enjoy a few blissful minutes of breeze-powered parenting.
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04 — Our recommendations
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The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here. You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in Home Depot, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh →
Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
A window quote that takes an hour and costs you nothing. No showroom, no sales runaround, no obligation to buy anything. A design consultant comes to you, measures your windows, walks you through the options, and leaves you with an exact price and timeline, that's the whole visit. Keep the quote as long as you like and decide whenever you're ready, or don't. Booking takes about a minute. *Book your free visit →
The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan → |
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🔬 Learning Lab Mini Science Camp @ LoveBug's Learning Lab (Nederland) | Wednesday (7/22) at 10:00 AM – Whether your kid asks why the sky is blue, or likes bubbles, this three-morning science camp at Nederland's LoveBug's Learning Lab turns curiosity into hands-on experiments, open play, and pint-sized engineering. Expect controlled messes, wows, and a final morning show-and-tell, so your countertops stay innocent.
💦 Water Bin Wednesday's @ For the Love of Learning SETX (Nederland) | Wednesday (7/22) at 12:00 PM – Water Bin Wednesdays are splashing back, turning the covered play area into a kid-sized lab of scooping, pouring, and acceptable chaos. Every Wednesday all summer, little learners get cool, hands-on STEM fun, you get shade, and floors stay dry. $10 per child, $5 sibling.
🎬 Family Movie Night @ LoveBug’s Learning Lab (Nederland) | Thursday (7/23) at 5:30 PM – Grab the kids, the grandparents, and that stadium blanket that lives in the trunk. LoveBug’s Learning Lab is doing Family Movie Night with popcorn and slushies, outside food welcome, and tickets at five bucks a person, because affordable nostalgia still exists in Nederland.
👜 ASR DIY Bag Charms @ Hebert Public Library (Port Neches) | Thursday (7/23) at 6:00 PM – Consider this your low-stress craft break, a DIY bag charm session where even the glue-shy can win. Make something cute for your purse, backpack, or that tote from 2009 that refuses to retire. Family-friendly, all ages, supplies included, patience optional.
🛍 Mid-County Farmers & Crafters Market 7/25 @ Central Mall Port Arthur | Saturday (7/25) at 11:00 AM – Skip mowing and enjoy the AC at Central Mall for the Mid-County Farmers & Crafters Market between TJ Max and Target. Shop 50ish local makers and growers, sample food spots like Cici’s Pizza and Central Seafood, and rack up entries for a vendor-stuffed gift basket.
🦐 Build Your Own Living Shrimp Bowl Aquascaping Workshop @ Munchkinz at Play (Nederland) | Sunday (7/26) at 2:00 PM – Roll up your sleeves at Munchkinz Play and build a living shrimp bowl with The Planted Tank. It’s zen gardening you never have to weed, with driftwood, stone, and plants, while kids vanish into soft play. No experience required, finally a pet you don’t walk.
🧸 MomTok Indoor Play Day @ LoveBugs Bounce House (Nederland) | Monday (7/27) at 10:00 AM – Monday morning calls for AC, bounce houses, and a room where your kid can sprint while you talk to grownups. The MomTok crew is meeting at Love Bugs in Nederland, five bucks per kid, adults free, friends encouraged. Think coffee talk with fewer breakables.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Port Arthur report Weather forecastToday — High: 100°F — Low: 82°F — Precip: 15%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Sunny, with a high near 100. Heat index values as high as 115. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. Heat index values as high as 114. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 96°F — Low: 80°F — Precip: 29%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. Northeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. Northeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath Port Acres home sits on about half an acre with a relaxed country feel, complete with nearby ranches, horses, and barns. Soaring ceilings and an open-concept layout keep things airy, while the updated kitchen’s large center island makes gatherings easy. A 2-car garage and owner financing add extra appeal.
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