Out of the Darkness walk in downtown Beaumont promotes suicide prevention awareness

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Oct. 18, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor Southeast Texans gathered at the downtown Event Centre on a sunny Saturday afternoon to remember loved ones lost to suicide and to encourage others to keep living. The “Out of the Darkness Community Walk,”ContinueContinue reading “Out of the Darkness walk in downtown Beaumont promotes suicide prevention awareness”

‘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”

Prep for natural disasters

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Sept. 27, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor When Harvey dropped four feet of water on Southeast Texas in 2017, I thought I was ready. After all, I lived through the Waldo Canyon Fire and the Black Forest Fire that swept throughContinueContinue reading “Prep for natural disasters”

Arcadia offers community renewable energy opportunity

This article was originally published in The University Press, Lamar University’s student newspaper, on Sept. 20, 2018. Story by Eleanor SkeltonUP contributor With all the talk of climate change in the news, many people are turning to alternative “green” energy sources. Arcadia Power aims to connect people with renewable energy sources for those passionate about greenContinueContinue reading “Arcadia offers community renewable energy opportunity”

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”