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Crowd gathers in Houma's courthouse square to celebrate Juicefest
Houma’s third Juicefest drew nearly 1,000 people to downtown Houma. The music festival Sunday, July 14, brought musicians from various parts of Louisiana, showcased local nonprofits and took a moment to honor a local hero who died earlier this year. It took place at Houma’s courthouse square from 4 p.m. until about 9...
Former Army Officer to Lead Peterson, Schriever and Other Space Force Bases
A former longtime Army officer took the helm of the Peterson and Schriever Space Force bases on Thursday, along with other installations in Hawaii, New Hampshire and Greenland. As Commander of Space Base Delta 1, Col. Kenneth Klock will oversee over 4,300 people, who provide seven Space Force installations with...
7/15: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Philip Dewey Hebert, 37, 1906 Nichols Road, Westlake — two counts direct contempt of court; aggravated flight from an officer; reckless operation. Bond: $40,500. Sean Philip Shepherd, 62, 626 Joe Miller Road, Moss Bluff — domestic abuse battery. Jamarlon De’Montae Burks, 22, 5609 Western Drive — […]
Local pastor accused of theft for refusing to complete construction project
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A local pastor is being accused of theft after refusing to finish a project for a client. Derek D. Bellard, of Stay the Course of Louisiana Full Gospel Ministries, was arrested July 8 and charged with theft over $25,000, according to the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office. He was released the following day on a $15,000 bond.
Food Network’s ‘The Great Food Truck Race’ Comes To Lake Charles, Louisiana
The Food Network came to Southwest Louisiana to film an episode of its popular reality show, 'The Great Food Truck Race,' featuring star chef and host Tyler Florence. This cooking competition, which started in 2010, comprised of six to nine teams to test their staying power in the challenging food truck industry.
Louisiana High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Louisiana want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Louisiana high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
Louisiana Versus Litter: The Litter Hotline
It's no surprise that Shreveport has been in a battle against litter, earlier this year Shreveport Police Department announced they had made their first litter-related arrest. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser, along with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), and Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) are launching a statewide program to fight back against litter. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser says "We are ramping up litter enforcement in Louisiana with support from the State Police, Wildlife and Fisheries agents, and local law enforcement. It's important that we educate those guilty of littering and work together to keep Louisiana Beautiful."
Grandmother of 4-Year-Old Louisiana Boy Who Was Found Dead and His Baby Brother on the Side of the Highway Said Mother Left the Child with Her Months Ago to ‘Live Her Best Life’
The paternal grandmother of a 4-year-old boy whose body was discovered by the police marine division from a large and very choppy body of water […] Grandmother of 4-Year-Old Louisiana Boy Who Was Found Dead and His Baby Brother on the Side of the Highway Said Mother Left the Child with Her Months Ago to ‘Live Her Best Life’
Davey earns first preseason honor
Micah Davey has picked up his first big preseason honor. McNeese State’s junior linebacker was named first-team All-American by FCS Football Central Monday. It is no doubt far from the last preseason team the Cowboy tackling machine will make this summer. Davey is coming off a season that saw him make six All-American teams last […]
Target Announces Store Policy Change – Is It Coming to Louisiana?
You can find a Target Store in just about every major city in Louisiana. The Minneapolis Minnesota-based retailer has locations in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Shreveport, and several other locations in the greater New Orleans Metro area. Many shoppers view the store as an "upgrade" from Walmart Stores but the two giant retailers offer many of the same items and their prices are often comparable.
Former Cowboy MacIntyre wins again
Where he had failed just one year early, Robert MacIntyre succeeded Sunday. Last year MacIntyre, the former McNeese State golfer, had to watch as Rory McIlroy rallied past him to win the Scottish Open. He turned the tables this time. MacIntyre sank a 22-foot birdie putt on the 72nd hole at The Renaissance Club in […]
Ainsley’s Angels Sunset 5K Race rolls through Lake Charles
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Eleven years ago, a very special organization was created right here in Lake Charles. Now they continue to bring joy to people all across the United States. “When they cross this finish line, you’ll see for yourself. It’s the smiles that gives us the chills...
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