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United Way Southwest Louisiana announces new grant recipients
Special to the American Press In a substantial move toward bolstering the resilience and capacity of local social services, United Way Southwest Louisiana is proud to announce its latest round of grant awards. Numerous regional organizations have been selected to receive funding to support critical community services ranging from youth mentoring programs to senior care, […]
Lacassine will soon have new water treatment plant
LACASSINE, La. (KPLC) - A new water treatment plant is coming to the town of Lacassine. Earlier this year, Jeff Davis Water and Sewer Commission District 1 addressed the water pressure concerns of business owners and members of the community. Officials hoped to increase water pressure with a proposed booster station in Lacassine.
BPSO Invites Public to Grand Opening for Ragley Substation
Beauregard Parish, La - The Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce an event they described as a “long time coming” , the opening of a new substation. The Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office is inviting the public to join them tomorrow, Thursday, July 25, 2024, as they host the Grand Opening for their brand new Southside Substation in Ragley. The event is open to the public and will take place from 11am-1pm. Lunch will be provided for the event.
Lake Charles events round-up - July 25, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - We have a list of family-friendly events this weekend happening across Calcasieu Parish. For a complete list of area events, you can visit www.visitlakecharles.org. You can also submit an event to Visit Lake Charles HERE. BACK TO SCHOOL BASH AND SUPPLY GIVEAWAY. PRICE: Free. WHO:...
Greater Beauregard Chamber Announces Jurassic Park Annual Gala
Beauregard, La - The Greater Beauregard Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that all the glitz of their Annual Gala is coming with a Jurassic Park theme!! Come walk the red carpet with a little more roar than before. The event will take place at The Beauregard Parish Fairgrounds...
2 SWLA airports receive $3.5 million in federal funding
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Two airports in Lake Charles will receive nearly $3.5 million in federal funding to make improvements. The money, which comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program, will go towards Chennault Airport and Lake Charles Regional Airport. Chennault...
Financing for Calcasieu River Bridge moves ahead
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge breezed through its last financial hurdle before the State Bond Commission, including a bond sale of up to two billion dollars to finance the mega-project. If the project stays on track, there should be a new I-10 bridge in...
LC man charged with raping family member under 12
A Lake Charles man has been charged with raping a family member under the age of 12. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Kayla Vincent said deputies were dispatched to a local hospital Tuesday in reference to a rape complaint. Vicent said during the investigation, detectives were advised Joseph R. Perry, 45, had sexually abused a […]
Urban Air Adventure Park In Lake Charles Is Hiring!
The grand opening celebration of Urban Air Adventure Park Lake Charles (4070), located next door to Planet Fitness across from MSU, is just around the corner. As they put the final touches on this fantastic new complex, they're hiring a new SWLA Urban Air Adventure team. Are you interested in...
Confirmed: West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes in South Louisiana
As we are in the middle of summer, residents of south Louisiana are being urged to take precautions against West Nile Virus following recent tests that detected the virus in mosquitoes in Iberia Parish. The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has issued a warning about the increased risk of mosquito-borne illnesses in Acadiana.
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