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Date set for Capital One Tower implosion
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Capital One Tower is set to implode on the morning of Sept. 7, 2024. City of Lake Charles officials provided an update Tuesday afternoon on the demolition of the city’s tallest building, which has sat vacant since being badly damaged by Hurricane Laura.
Exchange project allows teenagers to visit different states for free
Last week marked the end of six teenagers’ first (but not last) time in Lake Charles. The American Exchange Project (AEP) is a newer non-profit organization that lets teenagers from across the country visit different states free of charge. Renee Bailey, exchange manager, AEP, said AEP “draws communities together” by sending recent high school graduates […]
Louisiana Rural Water Association Convention discusses the state’s water problems
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - As part of the Louisiana Rural Water Association (LRWA) Convention held annually in Lake Charles, members of the water systems industry gathered to discuss the future of water in the state, and to obtain operation certifications via the Louisiana Department of Health. Back in 2017,...
UPDATE: Tower implosion will take less than 30 seconds
The Hertz Tower is scheduled for demolition Saturday, Sept. 7. A tentative time has been set for 8 a.m., according to Doug Burguieres, planning and development director. Burgieres spoke at the Tuesday city of Lake Charles news conference. Ninety days after the implosion, the property will be development-ready with ready-to-go infrastructure. The 21-story eyesore dotted […]
Capital One Tower to come down in September
The Hertz Towner — formerly known as the Capital One Tower — is a privately owned company that is currently undergoing demolition. The tower, minus the atrium and skywalk, will be demolished Saturday morning, Sept. 7, with a controlled implosion that will take the tower down to four or five stories, according to officials who […]
La. Assistant Adjutant General-Army, a Lake Charles Native, Achieves One-Star Rank
PINEVILLE, La. – The Louisiana National Guard promoted Guardsman Jason Paul Mahfouz to the rank of brigadier general during an official ceremony at Louisiana National Guard Training Center Pineville’s post theater, July 13. Brig. Gen. Mahfouz is the assistant adjutant general – Army for the Louisiana National Guard...
City hosts Jr. First Responders Day
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - First responders from all over Southwest Louisiana came together for the second Junior First Responders’ Day. Kids of all ages were welcome to explore and take a closer look at what these staples in our community do. “It is a part of our Partners...
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...
Westlake Council: Golf carts on city roads not legal yet
Westlake City Council tabled the motion to approve golf carts at its Monday meeting. It approved an ordinance regulating door-to-door sales, and Fire Chief Jonathan Duff announced National Night Out will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Freedom Hall Duff also reminded the council that free smoke detectors and installation are still available. Call the […]
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