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Rain chances increasing across New Orleans area next few days
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Residents in southeastern Louisiana can expect an uptick in rain chances this upcoming week, particularly along the coast, as a series of weather systems make their way across the Gulf of Mexico. A weak low pressure system will move through the northern Gulf on Sunday,...
Gallery Promenade returns to downtown Lake Charles
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Tonight, folks got the chance to meet the local artists of Southwest Louisiana at the Gallery Promenade in downtown Lake Charles. The annual pop-up art gallery is hosted by The Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA and celebrates the art spaces, galleries, and museums that work year-round to provide cultural resources, exhibits, and opportunities for both artists and residents.
SWLA Arrest Report - August 23, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) -The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for August 23, 2024. Marcus Shane Landry, 50, Iowa: Direct contempt of court; criminal trespass; violations of protective orders. James Brian Bonnette, 44, Lake Charles: Headlamps on motor vehicles; possession of a Schedule II drug; prohibited acts, drug paraphernalia. Tina...
Hertz-owned tower in Shreveport faces power shutoff due to nonpayment
In Lake Charles, work is underway to take down the Hertz Tower — formerly the Capital One Tower — by implosion on Sept. 7. In Shreveport, Hertz is having trouble with their electric bill. Shreveport’s largest office tower, the 25-story Regions Tower, as well as an adjacent 16-story building, had signs posted by electricity provider […]
Residents say Tommasi landfill causing problems in the neighborhood
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) -Residents who live near Tommasi landfill didn’t have many complaints when the facility was mostly a dirt pit. But over the years it’s grown and it could get much taller. Some residents would like to see DEQ put a stop to it. DEQ tentatively...
LCU Football shows dominance in preseason scrimmage
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB) - The Wildcats are coming off of a historic 2023 season and want to continue their success this season. First year Head Coach Ben McLaughlin and his team dominated the field for their first scrimmage of the season, proving why they are ranked 22nd in the NAIA polls.
Dangerous hospital patient escaped from Longleaf
ALEXANDRIA, La. (WNTZ) – On Friday, August 23, 2024, at approximately 6:15 PM the Alexandria Police Department responded to 44 Versailles Blvd., Longleaf Hospital in reference to a patient escaping. 21-year-old Styln Wise escaped from the hospital and was last seen in the area of Versailles Blvd. Wise should be considered dangerous and it is unknown if he has armed himself. Residents are urged to avoid contact with Wise and to notify the Alexandria Police Department if spotted.
Musician from Alexandria nears 6K GoFundMe goal
ALEXANDRIA, La. (WNTZ) – Experimental Neo-Soul musician from Alexandria, Jamey Brown, recording with the moniker, Zetroc, left for Lafayette 3 years ago in pursuit of his passions and opportunity. As no pursuit is without tribulation, Zetroc launched his GoFundMe campaign in a vulnerable connection to the public, receiving an overwhelming response from the community. The Alexandria native’s opening statement is as follows:
More hydro revenue requested for Council on Aging office, turf fields
VIDALIA, La. — The Vidalia community offered more suggestions for the spending of excess money from hydroelectric royalties during a special called meeting Thursday. These requests included funds for office space to house the administration of the Concordia Council on Aging and furnishing one of the recreation complex ball fields with turf for athletes with […] The post More hydro revenue requested for Council on Aging office, turf fields appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
56 Years Later, Pineville Honors Fallen Soldier
PINEVILLE, La. - R.V. Edwards who Pineville, Louisiana home. Edwards was born on August 27th 1945, and fell in action while fighting in the Vietnam war August 23, 1966. Now, 56 years later to the day his family and the city he called home has recognized him once again for the sacrifice he made.
Shell wants to move into protective 'buffer zone' of historic Louisiana plantation
Shell Chemical Co., owner of the Ashland-Belle Helene Plantation in Geismar, conducted a major restoration of the structure about a decade ago. Now it seeks to remove the property's historical site designation overlay, saying it has no intention of operating on the historic site but wants to move into the buffer around it.
NFL Rookies Jayden Daniels And Malik Nabers Forced To Go Back To School After Gambling Mistake
Former LSU teammates Jayden Daniels and Malik Nabers are two of the favorites to take home the 2024 NFL Rookie of the Year award. But before either one could take the field in the NFL, they were instructed to go back to class and learn more about the league’s gambling policies. According to Mike Florio […] The post NFL Rookies Jayden Daniels And Malik Nabers Forced To Go Back To School After Gambling Mistake appeared first on BroBible.
Powerball warning as trio of prizes worth $50k each unclaimed – and tickets were sold in the same state
THREE lucky lottery players have been urged to come forward to claim their winning tickets of $50,000 each. The trio of winning tickets were all purchased in Louisiana earlier this year. And time is running out for two mystery winners who have less than two months to claim their prize money, according to a Nola […]
Festival queen's farewell: 'An experience like no other'
(Editor's note: The Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival submitted this letter of farewell from 2023 festival queen Gweneth Dohmann. Her successor will be crowned Saturday.) First off, I would like to express my thanks to the Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival board for selecting me as their 88th queen. I am deeply honored and will forever cherish being chosen as the 88th Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum queen, especially to festival Executive Director Hailee Thomas for sharing her time, artistic abilities, and love for the festival with me.
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