Happy Holidays!

I just want to take this time to say thanks for your support of my blog. I really appreciate your words of encouragement and the positive response I've received. For example, one visitor wrote "I love your blog. I find myself looking forward to the updates. Another said "I'm glad you're still in the area. There is a definite need for FRONT ROW." It's great that other people are enjoying it as much as I do! I really appreciate it and I don't take it for granted. So keep the comments coming(I love hearing from you) and feel free to pass it on to others. I ask for your continued support and I promise to keep you informed on what's really going on in Southeast Texas. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Christmas Eve Celebration at Arthur's

You're invited to a Christmas Eve celebration at Arthur's Place in Port Arthur. Live entertainment by Spoken Word Artist Queen J and the Solar System Band. Also, dinner specials, door prizes, and other special giveways. The party will be held Thursday, Dec. 24 from 6 to 10 p.m. Cost $7. Arthur's is located inside the Ramada Inn off of Highway 73.

Giving Back

I recently participated in the Cathedral of Faith Angel Tree program where members signed up to purchase Christmas gifts for children whose parents are incarcerated. Well on Tuesday, I delivered my gift to my recipient--a wonderful family in Port Arthur. It really filled my heart with joy to be able to give back and brighten someone else's day. And it certainly makes me even more grateful for the blessings in my life. I love this time of the year! It's really a wonderful time of sharing and caring.

Angel Tree Brings Smiles

More than 120 children will have a much happier Christmas thanks to members of Cathedral of Faith Church in Beaumont. The church held its annual Angel Tree Program to distribute toys and clothing to children whose parents are incarcerated. Some of the children and their families were on hand to receive their gifts during a reception at the church on Sunday. The other gifts will be personally delivered to the children's homes. Members of the church signed up to sponsor a child. They received a list of the child's clothing size as well as what kind of toys they wanted for Christmas. The program has been in effect for 13 years. Kudos to Rev. Freddie Antoine and his wife, Margaret, as well as the other volunteers who helped to coordinate the program.

Local Boxer Going Pro, Needs Your Help

Mark Owens is a local boxer who is making his professional debut next year. A fundraiser was held at Goodfella's Wednesday night to assist him with the transition. Owens has been amatuer boxer for 10 years. He's a native of Beaumont. After serving in the U.S. Army, he moved back home to take care of his ailing parents and pursue his boxing career. The money is needed to help cover his training, travel, and equipment expenses. If you'd like to donate, you can send a check payable to Mark Owens to P.O. Box 21045, BMT, 77720 or call (432)638-2650.

Commissioner Bo Alfred's Holiday Feast

Commissioner Bo Alfred hosted his annual Christmas Party at Precinct 4 in Cheek Thursday. A slew of colleagues, friends, constituents, and family members attended the luncheon which included quite a spread---ribs, chicken, brisket, cornbread dressing, seafood dressing, green beans, corn, dirty rice, potatoe salad, yams, and lots of desserts. The food was delicious! And it's always good to see everyone there!

Gubernatorial Candidate Visits SETX

Houston Mayor Bill White who recently announced he is running for Texas Governor was in town Saturday. The Texas Coalition of Black Democrats hosted the mayor during a luncheon at the Beaumont Club. A group of delegates from Dallas were also on hand. Mayor White is running as the democratic candidate. He'll likely face Republican Challengers Governor Rick Perry or Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison in the general election. "I need your help. This is going to be a fight," Mayor White told the small crowd that was gathered. "But I think Texas is worth fighting for."
Attendees included Rep. Joe Deshotel, Georgine Guillory, Jason Apodaca, Beverly Hatcher, Gilbert Adams, Jackie Savoy, Mayor Bill White's son, Will, and White's friend and former chief of staff Terence Fontaine.

School pride on display at HBCU Alumni Party

More than 100 alumni members participated in the HBCU Alumni Association Christmas Party. The party was held Friday at the Appomattox Club in Beaumont. It was attended by alums from Southern, Prairie View, Grambling, TSU, Huston-Tillotson, Howard, Arkansas Pine Bluff, and Lamar University (even though it's not an HBCU) as well as family members and friends. Attendees decorated their table to show their school pride. Everyone enjoyed the music (the DJ was great) and the comraderie. The Historically Black College and Universities' (HBCU) Alumni Association in Beaumont is made up of graduates from various Black colleges. The goal is to help support the alumni organizations, increase awareness, and raise money for scholarships. For more information, call (832) 428-3461.

More HBCU Alumni Pride

Prairie View Wins SWAC Championship

My congratulations goes out to Prairie View students, staff, and alumni on the school's SWAC Championship this weekend. PV defeated Alabama A&M in Birmingham on Saturday. It's the first time the school has earned the title in 45 years. 45 years! That's a long time. It's quite a comeback story too. The team didn't have a winning season from 1976 to 2007. Now they're on top! Only in America! Congrats! Y'all deserve it!

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Black Journalists' Celebrate the Season

The Southeast Texas Association of Black Journalists held its annual Christmas party on Tuesday at Goodfella's restaurant in Beaumont. Journalists, political candidates, students, and community leaders mixed and mingled as they enjoyed food, drinks, and dessert. Toys were collected to donate to the Salvation Army while Spoken Word Artist Queen J entertained the crowd.

Looking to Hire

KBMT has two (2) Master Control Operator openings:

Full-Time Overnight Master Control Operator: Will operate master control, monitor programs and other assigned duties. Must be prompt and maintain a high attendance record. Will train. Must be willing to work holidays. Hours: 11 p.m. – 7 a.m., Monday-Friday. Salary depends on experience.

Full-Time Dayside Master Control Operator: Will operate master control, monitor programs and other assigned duties. Must be prompt and maintain a high attendance record. Will train. Must be willing to work holidays. Hours: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Salary depends on experience.

Apply in person or mail resume to KBMT, Attn: Liz West, 525 I-10 South, Beaumont, TX 77701, email resume to lwest@kbmt-tv.com or fax to 409/981-1562.

KBMT is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

HBCU Alumni Association's Christmas Party

NOTE: The HBCU Alumni Association is a group of Historically Black Colleges and Universities' alumni associations in Beaumont who are teaming up to help increase awareness and support of their respective organizations and raise funds for scholarships. If you're an HBCU graduate in the Golden Triangle, please joins us. For more information, call (832) 428-3461 or the number below.



H B C U ALUMNI CHRISTMAS PARTY
Friday, December 11 from 8:00 to 12:00 p.m.
Appomattox Club
2710 Harriot St.
Beaumont, Texas

If you desire only one or two invitations instead of a table of eight you may purchase invitations $10.00 each.

Attire: Nice Casual or Christmas Wear
Call your classmates/friends and reserve your table(s).
Have fun decorating your table in your school colors.
Decorate Your Table(s): December 11th, 10 a.m.-12 noon or 7-8 p.m.
Bring your own refreshments. We will have ice for you

Please call or e-mail me to reserve your table. You make pick up your invitations at the Appomattox Club Thursday, December 3rd, 7:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. An invitation must be presented to enter the party.
Please make out your check to: Beaumont-Prairie View Alumni Association
Cost of a table(s):
1 table $80.00
2 tables $140.00
3 tables $200.00
4 tables $240.00
5 tables $300.00
6 tables $340.00
Eight(8) chairs per table.
For more information and invitations call:
Bobbie Williams (409) 892-2383

Channel 6 Anchor moves to Another Station

KFDM Channel 6 Anchor Greg Picazo is joining KBMT Channel 12/KJAC as its newest anchor. Picazo will anchor the 5 o'clock newscast on KBMT and the 6:30 on KJAC along with Beverly Brooks. He replaces Deedra Wilson who resigned three weeks ago. Picazo is the morning and noon anchor at Channel 6. He is the second Channel 6 anchor to go over to Channel 12. Former KFDM Anchor Jackie Simien joined the station last month after a two-hiatus from TV. Congrats to Greg on his new position!

A "great" Birthday Bash for Rep. Joe Deshotel

Rep. Joe Deshotel had a great time at his birthday/fundraiser bash on Wednesday at Suga's in Beaumont. A diverse group of Southeast Texans turned out to show their support including Carolyn Guidry, Hal Ross, John Johnson, Carl Griffith, Carol Dixon, Jessie Haynes, Dr. Carrol Thomas, Dr. Johnny Brown, Tracie and James Payne, Tamika Humphrey, Candace Griffin, Emelie Irving, Vernon and Johnnie Durden, Tristin Redmond, Mayor Delores Bobbie Prince, Jackie Savoy, Jamie Smith, and Bo Alfred.

More Pics From Rep. Joe Deshotel's Party