As the landscape of education evolves through the years, one constant remains—the heart of a teacher. The commitment and passion these educators bring to the classroom, laying the foundation for future leaders, never changes. Silsbee ISD is proud to be home to such passionate and dedicated heroes, with one shining brightly—Mrs. Betsy Richter, recipient of the prestigious Wayne A. Reaud Excellence in Education Award by the Beaumont Foundation. The Reaud Excellence in Education Award, as described by the Beaumont Foundation, is a celebration of outstanding contributions made by teachers. It acknowledges individuals whose leadership and dedication inspire a spirit of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities.

Easter is March 31 and The Bee will have a special Easter section in next week’s issue. Ministers of local and area churches are invited to write and submit a column about the resurrection no later than Monday, March 25.

A 44-year-old Buna man was killed on Tuesday of last week when the the Suzuki motorcycle he was riding was in collision with a Honda Accord. The accident occurred shortly after 9 p.m.

The Wiley Mae Community Baptist Church, located at 9823 FM. 2937 north of Silsbee, will host a Spring Fling event from 2 p.m.

The Hardin County Sheriff’s Department has released the following information. Each individual named in this report is considered to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Silsbee Police Department has released the following information. Each individual named in this report is assumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Lumberton Police Department has released the following information. Each individual named in this report is considered to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Poet Mattie Stepanek once wrote “Keep all special thoughts and memories for lifetimes to come. Share these keepsakes with others to inspire hope and build from the past, which can bridge to the future.”

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School Boards The Lumberton ISD Board of Trustees meet the first Thursday after the first Monday each month at 7 p.m. at the Administration Building, 121 South Main Street.