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What is Yom Kippur? What you need to know about Judaism's holiest day of the year

Nation World

What is Yom Kippur? What you need to know about Judaism's holiest day of the year

The Conversation

The Jewish High Holy Days: A look at Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur

The millennia of Jewish tradition between the Bible and the present has informed many of the celebrations, in ways that go beyond the written texts.
Nation World

Pandemic once again disrupts plans for Jewish High Holy Days

At many synagogues there will be a mix of in-person services, including indoor and outdoor options, and virtual offerings for people staying home.
Local News

4th of July fireworks happening rain or shine across Southeast Texas

The City of Beaumont is holding it's 35th annual Independence Day celebration with fire works downtown.
Life

Free 'Fatherhood EFFECT' program helping dads learn how to parent, connect with kids

The Census Bureau reports one in four kids live without a father in their home. The program helps dads "intentionally engage in their children’s lives."
Nation World

Juneteenth history: Marking the end of slavery in America

The news of the end of slavery in America was delivered to slaves in Texas in 1865, more than two years after Lincoln declared the end to slavery.
Nation World

Juneteenth: 10 things you need to know

What is Juneteenth? It's a symbolic date representing African American freedom from slavery. Here's everything you need to know about the history behind Juneteenth.
Holidays

House passes bill to make Juneteenth a national holiday

June 19 is the day the last enslaved group of African Americans learned they were free.
Local News

Southeast Texas community celebrating Pride Month in downtown Beaumont

Dozens came out the the Pride Party in downtown Beaumont, celebrating love that comes in all forms.
Local News

Southeast Texans kick off Pride Month at 2021 Pride Party in downtown Beaumont

Sparkle Motion and Avery Sins James are two drag show performers who are kicking off Pride Month at the Southeast Texas event.
Local News

Be yourself at Pride Party in downtown Beaumont Thursday night

The event will include beverages and fun performances.
Nation World

Macy's July Fourth fireworks show will be back this year

The full show returns this summer after the COVID-19 pandemic forced changes

Gun-toting ice cream man in Beaumont sentenced to nearly 3 years for federal firearms violation

Police: 40 bullets shot into Port Arthur home didn't target resident who escaped injury

A brighter and drier forecast Friday in SE Texas

Mostly cloudy, a few showers Thursday in Southeast Texas

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What is Yom Kippur? What you need to know about Judaism's holiest day of the year

The Jewish High Holy Days: A look at Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur

Pandemic once again disrupts plans for Jewish High Holy Days

4th of July fireworks happening rain or shine across Southeast Texas

Free 'Fatherhood EFFECT' program helping dads learn how to parent, connect with kids

Juneteenth history: Marking the end of slavery in America

Juneteenth: 10 things you need to know

House passes bill to make Juneteenth a national holiday

Southeast Texas community celebrating Pride Month in downtown Beaumont

Southeast Texans kick off Pride Month at 2021 Pride Party in downtown Beaumont

Be yourself at Pride Party in downtown Beaumont Thursday night

Macy's July Fourth fireworks show will be back this year

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