‘Walking Dead’ wannabes: Beaumont’s first Zombie 5K Fun Run set for Oct. 27

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Oct. 18, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor Those who’ve ever wondered if they can outrun a zombie will soon get their chance. Beaumont’s first Zombie 5K Fun Run will be held at 5 p.m., Oct. 27, at Gulf Terrace Park, locatedContinueContinue reading “‘Walking Dead’ wannabes: Beaumont’s first Zombie 5K Fun Run set for Oct. 27”

PFLAG Beaumont membership drive, concert set for Sept. 22

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Sept. 13, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor Live music from an indie local musician, a humid summer evening with cicadas blending in to the melody, and diverse company — and all in a good cause. PFLAG Beaumont’s fall backyard concert, whichContinueContinue reading “PFLAG Beaumont membership drive, concert set for Sept. 22”

La Suprema Mexican Restaurant serves Mid-Country for three generations

This article was originally published in The Examiner on Feb. 22, 2018. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer La Suprema Mexican Restaurant, a Mid-County staple, has been in one family for three generations. The little restaurant started as a tortilla bakery in the late ’60s selling to local grocery stores, and later branched out into tamales beforeContinueContinue reading “La Suprema Mexican Restaurant serves Mid-Country for three generations”

Cake dreams: Nerdy baker moves back to Austin to further culinary education

Logan Bauer and their KitchenAid mixer, which they nicknamed Mabel in their Beaumont kitchen. | Photo: Eleanor Skelton This article was originally published in The Examiner on Jan. 25, 2018. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer Logan Bauer dreams of opening a bakery filled with pastries inspired by popular culture, but right now all of their creationsContinueContinue reading “Cake dreams: Nerdy baker moves back to Austin to further culinary education”

Outside the box: Beautification project brings art to downtown Beaumont streets

Southeast Texas artist Ines Alvidres works to beautify a traffic control box for the city of Beaumont. | Photo: Eleanor Skelton This article was originally published in The Examiner on Jan. 18, 2018. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer  Inez Alvidres’ stained-glass-style cactus traffic box next to the Beaumont Police Station. | Photo: Eleanor Skelton Southeast TexasContinueContinue reading “Outside the box: Beautification project brings art to downtown Beaumont streets”