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David Begnaud honors his former teacher who's retiring after decades of teaching
As a lifelong educator, Josette Cook Surratt has made an impact on countless lives, including CBS News contributor David Begnaud.Surratt was Begnaud's high school English teacher and speech coach at Teurlings Catholic High School in Lafayette, Louisiana. She went on to become one of his mentors and a dear friend. She's now retiring after more than 50 years in education, saying she's grateful for all of the students she's had throughout the decades."I always wanted to be a teacher since I was probably six years old. I look at it as a ministry. The more I worked, the long and the...
Teen From Lafayette Parish is Missing, Family Asking for Help Locating Her
UPDATE: The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office has announced that the missing teen was found and is safe. Thanks to all who shared this story to get the information out. A teenager from Lafayette, Louisiana is missing, and now police and family members need your help in locating her. According to...
Southland Conference Hosting Football Media Day Today
With Week Zero just thirty-three days away, the time for talk is almost over for football fans and programs across the country. The McNeese Cowboys will be participating in Week Zero which means Game Day is quickly approaching. You will be able to hear from Head Coach Gary Goff and a few of the players today at the Southland Conference Media Day.
SWLA Arrest Report - July 21, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for July 21, 2024. Darin James Labiche, 51, Lake Charles: Domestic abuse (2 charges); switched license plates; contempt of court. Vanity Lawon January, 29, Lake Charles: Possession of a Schedule II drug. Toree Madison Smith, 29, Lake Charles: Home...
New Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library in Reserve offers something for everyone
RESERVE — Hundreds of community members, elected officials, and local dignitaries gathered this month to commemorate the grand opening of the new Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library in Reserve. Located at 1482 La. 44, the new St. John the Baptist Parish Library branch provides an array of quality resources, networking opportunities, and creative programming relevant […] The post New Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library in Reserve offers something for everyone appeared first on L'Observateur.
4-wheeler accident claims life of Port Allen man
PORT ALLEN — A 22-year-old Port Allen man died following a 4-wheeler accident involving multiple other vehicles. State Police Troopers say Kaleb Boone was riding a 4-wheeler in Port Allen when a dirt bike crossed the middle of the roadway on Poydras Bayou Road and crashed head-on with a car. After that initial crash, the troopers say the dirt bike hit Boone’s 4-wheeler.
Sandbags Available Due to Potential for Flooding Next Few Days
NEW IBERIA, La. (KPEL News) - While we are no strangers to the rain here in South Louisiana, there is still a limit to what the ground can handle. With the weather forecast calling for a good bit of rain over the next few days, the time to prepare for possible flooding is now.
Terrebonne General Health System Welcomes Two New Emergency Physician Specialists to Their Esteemed Medical Staff
Terrebonne General Health System welcomes two new physician specialists. Dr. Rory A. Eschete, II, Emergency Medicine Specialist, and Dr. Brendon J. Gros, Emergency Medicine Specialist, will join the esteemed medical staff. Dr. Rory A. Eschete, II, an Emergency Medicine Specialist, attended Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana, for his Bachelor...
$3.3 million in FEMA relief announced for the replacement of the Houma Fire Department Airbase Station
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. and John Kennedy recently announced Louisiana will receive $4,656,004.92 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in Hurricane Ida relief. Terrebonne Parish will receive $3,340,194.23 for the replacement of the Houma Fire Department Airbase Station. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will receive $1,315,810.69 for hazardous debris and tree removal efforts.
Troopers: Drunk immigrant teen causes deadly crash
A weekend crash left two teens dead and another teen behind bars. It happened early Sunday morning in Lafourche Parish. Cops say the driver at fault is an immigrant and had seven times the legal limit of alcohol in his system.
Pitcher Sage Hoover Transferring to Ragin’ Cajuns Softball Program from Texas Tech
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball fans can perhaps take a small breath in knowing that the program has gotten its first signee from the transfer portal. In a social media post, pitcher Sage Hoover is transferring to Louisiana from Texas Tech. The Edgewood, Texas native will be on her third school...
Grand Opening In Lake Charles, LA. Smalls Sliders Announced
I can't wait for the Lake Charles grand opening of the all-new cheeseburger restaurant Smalls Sliders (135 W. McNeese Street!) You've heard the saying "Big things come in small packages." Right? Well, that describes the sliders this restaurant is serving up to the 'T'. A small burger, packing a big taste!
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