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The Scoop in SETX #22
Riverfest is Back, LIT Enrollment Record, and MayFest at Botanical Gardens
Good evening, Southeast Texas. This is the Southeast Scoop, your guide to what’s going on in town!
In today’s Southeast Scoop:
- Riverfest Returns to Port Neches
- LIT Hit’s Enrollment Record
- MayFest Event at the Botanical Gardens
Let’s get into it!
- Cody T. 🤠
RiverFest Returns: Food, Music, Boats
Port Neches' RiverFest kicks off April 30–May 3 with boat races, live music, carnival rides, food vendors, tournaments, fireworks, and family-friendly events along the Neches River. Read more here!
Golden Pass LNG Gains Key Approval
Golden Pass LNG in Sabine Pass received FERC approval to commission major systems, moving closer to full operation. Safety compliance and further authorizations are still required. Read more here!
LIT Hits Record Spring Enrollment
Lamar Institute of Technology enrolls 5,291 students for Spring 2025, up 11%. Growth driven by industry partnerships, flexible classes, and career-focused programs across key fields. Read more here!
Beaumont’s Vaughn Signs with Vikings
Zemaiah Vaughn, Beaumont United alum and Utah standout, signs with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL Draft, making local history. Read more here!
Beaumont Chamber Honors Local Leaders
Buckstin Brewing, CommonCents Credit Union, and VP Kelly Davis received 2025 Chamber awards for business excellence, growth, and leadership at the Focus on Local Business luncheon. Read more here!
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Riverfest 2025 @ Port Neches Riverfront Park ~ This event takes place from Wednesday through Sunday. Live performances each night starting tomorrow. Doors open at 5 pm on weekdays and 11am all weekend. Learn More Here!
Classic Movie Night @ Jefferson Theatre in Beaumont ~ Star Wars II will be played on Friday. Doors open at 6 pm and the movie starts at 7 pm. Get Tickets Here!
Rusty Metoyer Live @ Pour 09 ~ This event takes place on Saturday from 9 pm to 1 am. Learn More!
MayFest @ Beaumont Botanical Gardens ~ This event is on Saturday and from 10 am to 2 pm. Learn More!
Beaumont Renegades vs. Shreveport Rouxgaroux @ Doggett Ford Park ~ The event takes place Saturday at 6 pm. Buy Tickets Here!
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