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The Scoop in SETX #12
TPC Settlements, Mid-County Mardi Gras, and Monster Trucks
Good morning, Southeast Texas. This is the Southeast Scoop, your guide to what’s going on in town!
In today’s Southeast Scoop:
- TPC Settlements
- New LSCO President
- Mid-County Mardi Gras
- Monster Nation @ Ford Park
Let’s get into it!
- Cody T. 🤠

Nalco Settles in TPC Explosion Case
Attorneys representing over 2,000 victims of the 2019 TPC explosion reached a confidential settlement with Nalco. Individual compensation will follow, though payouts may take time. Further legal action remains possible. Read more here!
Dr. Elmore Named LSCO President
Dr. Wendy Elmore was appointed president of Lamar State College Orange, succeeding Tom Johnson. She begins June 1, pending board approval, bringing extensive academic leadership experience. Read more here!
Bridge City OKs $27.5M Arts Center
Bridge City ISD approved a $27.5M bond for a new high school Performing Arts Center. Funded without raising taxes, the bond leverages industrial growth while preserving teacher salaries. Read more here!
Arctic Chill Grips Southeast Texas
Southeast Texas faces colder-than-expected temps, dipping to the low 20s with strong winds. A slow weekend warm-up is forecast, with rain and hazardous coastal conditions expected. Read more here!
Tugboat Island Rebuild Underway
Volunteers in Port Neches began rebuilding Tugboat Island playground after a 5-year closure. Construction runs through March 2, with strong community support and welcoming more volunteers. Read more here!
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Winter Stargazing @ Tyrell Park Nature & Visitors Center ~ This event takes place tonight @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Learn More!
Classic Movie Night @ Jefferson Theatre in Beaumont ~ Paper Moon will be played tonight. Doors open at 6 pm and the movie starts at 7 pm. Get Tickets Here!
Monster Nation @ Doggett Ford Park Arena ~ This event is takes place tonight @ 7:30 pm and tomorrow @ 2 pm. Learn More!
Mardi Gras Mid-County @ Port Neches Ave ~ The event takes place tomorrow from 10 am - 10 pm. Learn More!
Hurricane Pro Wrestling @ MCM Elegante Beaumont ~ This event takes place tomorrow from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Learn More!
Boomtown Film & Music Festival @ Jefferson Theatre ~ This event is tomorrow from 10 pm - 10 pm. Learn More!
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