Gabby Gaspard

Beaumont

Digital Producer at KBMT-TV (Beaumont, TX)

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Lamar Institute of Technology unveils $6.6M Advanced Technology Center to address workforce needs

1 week ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

BEAUMONT, Texas — The Lamar Institute of Technology celebrated the grand opening of its new Advanced Technology Center on Monday, a $6.6 million facility aimed at equipping students with hands-on training to meet the demands of Southeast Texas’ industrial workforce. The 15,000 square-foot building was funded in part by the 88th Texas Legislature and higher education funds.
Port Arthur dispatchers honored during National Public Safety Week

1 week ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard |Sharinna Byrd

PORT ARTHUR, Texas — The Port Arthur Police Department is recognizing the vital role of its dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, celebrating the unseen voices who provide critical help in emergencies. Among them is Ralph Odom, a veteran dispatcher who has been answering emergency calls for 46 years. “The most important thing is make sure we answer the phones in a timely manner within one or two rings,” Odom said.
Five Lamar University students have visas revoked, university responds

1 week ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

BEAUMONT, Texas — Five students at Lamar University have had their visas revoked, university officials confirmed, prompting the institution to offer support and resources to affected members of the international student community. In a statement released by the university, officials acknowledged the situation and its potential impact on international students.
Hardin County Courthouse undergoes major renovations to modernize facilities

1 week ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

HARDIN COUNTY, Texas — Construction is in full swing at the Hardin County Courthouse as officials work to modernize the aging facility and better serve a growing population. County Judge Wayne McDaniel said the improvements, which began earlier this year, include a new roof, restroom upgrades, expanded parking and enhanced drainage systems. “We just finished that project. The whole roof on the courthouse has been replaced,” McDaniel said.
Humane Society of Southeast Texas reports series of animal abandonments

1 week ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

BEAUMONT, Texas — The Humane Society of Southeast Texas is sounding the alarm after four animals were abandoned outside its Beaumont facility in a span of just 72 hours, calling the situation “unsustainable” and urging legal action to hold offenders accountable.
Families honor lost loved ones at 32nd Annual Crime Victims Candlelight Vigil in Beaumont

2 weeks ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

BEAUMONT, Texas — Dozens of families filled the Jefferson County Courthouse Thursday evening to remember and honor loved ones lost to violent crimes during the 32nd Annual Crime Victims Candlelight Vigil. The event, hosted by the Jefferson County Crime Victim's Coalition, began at 6 p.m. inside the courthouse’s Jury Impaneling Auditorium at 1149 Pearl Street.
One lane open on Highway 770 in Saratoga after car crash

2 weeks ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

Local News One lane open on Highway 770 in Saratoga after car crash The Saratoga Volunteer Fire Department is responding to a major crash on Highway 770, with one lane now open for slow traffic. Author: Gabby Gaspard Published: 8:10 PM CDT April 10, 2025 Updated: 8:10 PM CDT April 10, 2025 SARATOGA, Texas — The Saratoga Volunteer Fire Department is responding to a major vehicle crash on Highway 770 at Lilly Road. The roadway is closed at this time.
Family violence sparks shooting in Bon Weir, sheriff's office says

2 weeks ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

BON WIER, Texas — A family violence-related altercation led to a shooting Thursday afternoon in the Bon Wier community, authorities said, prompting a swift response from the Newton County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a residence in the 1100 block of County Road 4076 around 12:05 p.m., where they found one individual with non-life-threatening injuries, according to a news release from the Sheriff’s Office. The suspected shooter was immediately located and detained at the scene.
Orange County man sentenced to federal prison for kidnapping attorney

2 weeks ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

BEAUMONT, Texas — A 79-year-old man from Orange, Texas, has been sentenced to nearly 25 years in federal prison for kidnapping a Beaumont attorney at gunpoint and demanding a $1 million ransom, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas. Putnam Darwin Richardson pleaded guilty to charges of kidnapping and brandishing a firearm. U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone sentenced him on April 9 to 24 years in federal prison.
Hardin County seeks funding to build hurricane 'safe room' ahead of storm season

2 weeks ago | 12newsnow.com | Gabby Gaspard

HARDIN COUNTY, Texas — With hurricane season just two months away, Hardin County officials are working to secure additional funding to build a new “Hurricane Safe Room,” a shelter intended to protect first responders and residents during natural disasters. The proposed 13,000-square-foot facility was originally approved in 2019 when construction costs were significantly lower.