Kimberly Rusley

Beaumont

Anchor and Reporter at KBTV-TV (Beaumont, TX)

Anchor and Reporter at KFDM-TV (Beaumont, TX)

Award-winning News Anchor/Reporter at @kfdmnews, #LouisianaGirl 💁🏾‍♀️, animal lover 🐶, #NewsNerd, foodie, music lover, child of The Most High🙏🏾

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Volunteers help serve the mission of the Southeast Texas Food Bank

2 months ago | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

Beaumont (KFDM/Fox 4) — The Southeast Texas Food Bank distributes 12.5 million pounds of food every year. Achieving that number wouldn't be possible without the help of volunteers. Watch the video as KFDM News Anchor Kimberly Rusley tells their story.
Southeast Texas Food Bank in need of additional money to run programs

2 months ago | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

TOPICS:Southeast Texas Food BankFundingProgramsHarvey ZernialGolden Triangle DaysLegislative prioritiesState capitolCommunity leadersBEAUMONT (KFDM/Fox 4) — On Monday, March 3, Harvey Zernial, president/CEO of the Southeast Texas Food Bank will be in Austin to get more funding for the organization's programs. That day kicks off Golden Triangle Days at the state capitol, where community and agency leaders from Southeast Texas come to make their legislative priorities known and heard.
Sprott Hospital filled healthcare gap, cemented Sprott family legacy

2 months ago | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

The Sprotts, a prominent Black family in Beaumont, take a family photo in 1951. (Photo: Oliver Sprott Jr.)TOPICS:Sprott HospitalHealthcareSprott familyDr. Ed D. SprottBlack doctorsSegregationDiscriminationKFDM NewsBeaumont (KFDM/Fox 4) — Education, excellence and endurance are all words synonymous with the Sprott family and Sprott Hospital. Thanks to the tenacity of its founder, Dr. Ed D. Sprott, Sprott Hospital opened in 1944.
Black History in SETX: Fowler Pharmacy leaves legacy of compassion, community

2 months ago | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

BEAUMONT (KFDM/Fox 4) — Imagine opening a business, supporting a family of six, bartering for goods and food, and being a pilar in your community during segregation in 1930s Beaumont. Born in Palestine, Texas, a 1921 graduate of Charlton-Pollard High School, Fowler had dreams of owning his own business. After graduating from Meharry Medical College with a degree in pharmaceutical chemistry, the young dreamer opened the doors to Fowler Pharmacy in 1936.
Black History in SETX: Origins and impact of MLK Breakfast

2 months ago | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

BEAUMONT (KFDM/Fox 4) — Brian Bean can look back to his youth and recall early mornings, fun trips and hard work. His father, the late Sam Bean, was president of the NAACP Beaumont Chapter in 1989. Brian was part of the chapter's youth group. Inspired by the MLK Brunch in Port Arthur, Sam Bean and the chapter’s executive committee wanted to have an event of their own to honor the Civil Rights pioneer. In 1989, the organization held its first MLK Breakfast in Beaumont.
Souper Bowl of Caring: How inflation impacts Southeast Texas Food Bank

2 months ago | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

TOPICS:InflationSoutheast Texas Food BankMealsHarvey ZernialNon-profitFoodExpensesSouper Bowl of CaringBeaumont (KFDM/Fox 4) — Inflation is impacting meals served at dinner tables across the country. Food banks who help families serve those meals are not exempt. Harvey Zernial, President/CEO of the Southeast Texas Food Bank, says inflation has impacted the non-profit's programs. Normally, the food bank spends $600,000-$800,000 a year for food. Now, up to $2.3 million is spent.
Gordon Williams working to preserve Black history in Southeast Texas

Feb 11, 2025 | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

BEAUMONT (KFDM/Fox 4) — From short films to documentaries, Southeast Texas native Gordon Williams has a long resumeThe long-time studio operations manager of Lamar University's student-run news LUTV has educated hundreds of students over the years, all while getting to produce numerous award-winning projects. "I've always wanted to know how television and film work, so that's what brought me here," says Williams.
Souper Bowl of Caring campaign highlights many ways to fight food insecurity

Feb 9, 2025 | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

TOPICS:Souper Bowl of CaringFood insecuritySoutheast TexasHungerSoutheast Texas Food BankBackpack ProgramMealsChildrenBeaumont (KFDM/Fox 4) — KFDM 6/Fox 4 News is once again fighting hunger in Southeast Texas by launching the annual Souper Bowl of Caring campaign, which benefits the Southeast Texas Food Bank. The food bank has many programs that helps feed our hungry neighbors, including the Backpack Program.
Souper Bowl of Caring campaign highlights many ways to fight food insecurity

Feb 9, 2025 | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

TOPICS:Souper Bowl of CaringFood insecuritySoutheast TexasHungerSoutheast Texas Food BankBackpack programMealsChildrenBeaumont (KFDM/Fox 4) — KFDM 6/Fox 4 News is once again fighting hunger in Southeast Texas by launching the annual Souper Bowl of Caring campaign, which benefits the Southeast Texas Food Bank. The food bank has many programs that help feed our hungry neighbors, including the Backpack Program.
Black History in SETX: Mother, daughter making history as NAACP Beaumont Branch leadership

Feb 4, 2025 | kfdm.com | Kimberly Rusley

BEAUMONT (KFDM/Fox 4) — For Natasha Martin, leading and serving come second nature. She's had her own women's organization for years. “We were just doing small things in the community,” says Martin. “And I have an older cousin and she said ‘it’s time to take this to another level. You need to join some different organizations and start working in those organizations.’”That next level, being elected president of the NAACP Beaumont Branch, wasn't initially in her plans.