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The Scoop in SETX #20
LIT's New $6.6M Building, Events Coming to Town, and Easter Events in SETX
Good evening, Southeast Texas. This is the Southeast Scoop, your guide to what’s going on in town!
In today’s Southeast Scoop:
- LIT Unveils $6.6M Training Hub
- Upcoming Events Coming to Beaumont
- Easter Events Around Town
Let’s get into it!
- Cody T. 🤠

LIT Unveils $6.6M Training Hub
Lamar Institute of Technology opened a $6.6M Advanced Technology Center to train students in high-demand fields like robotics, directly addressing Southeast Texas' workforce needs. Read more here!
Jon Pardi Hits Beaumont in Upcoming Tour
Country star Jon Pardi will perform in Beaumont on October 24 as part of his Honkytonk Hollywood Tour, following the release of his fifth studio album. Read more here!
Crawfish, Music & Art Fest Returns To Beaumont
Beaumont’s Crawfish, Art & Music Fest kicks off April 27 with live music, local art, crafts, and plenty of crawfish to enjoy. Read more here!
Port Arthur Launches Lot 8 Project
Port Arthur broke ground on its five-acre Lot 8 project, converting an old railyard into a cargo staging area to boost freight mobility, jobs, and infrastructure. Read more here!
BISD Bus Hub Hits Zoning Snag
Beaumont City Council denied BISD’s request for a Neighborhood Empowerment Zone for a $9.4M bus facility, but plans to revisit waiving $60K in fees separately. Read more here!
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Lamar University Wind Ensemble @ Julie Rogers Theatre ~ Doors open at 7 pm and starts at 7:30 pm. Learn More!
Breakfast With The Bunny @ The Temple Port Arthur ~ The event takes place Saturday at 8:30 am. Learn More!
Easter Egg Hunt 2025 @ Rogers Park in Beaumont ~ This event is on Saturday. and starts at 11 am. Learn More!
Buckstin Beaumont 1st Birthday and Beverage Bonanza @ Buckstin Beaumont ~ This event takes place on Saturday from 2 pm to 11 am. Learn More!
PFLAG Beaumont/SETX presents: Rocky Horror Picture Show WITH Shadow Cast! @ Southeast Texas Stages ~ This event takes place Saturday from 5:45 pm to 9 pm. Sign Up Here!
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