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Four years after Hurricane Laura, Lake Charles has recovered — but many are left behind
This week, leaders celebrated the strides southwest Lousiana has made in recovering from the historic slew of disasters that struck Lake Charles and the region, beginning with Hurricane Laura on Aug. 27, 2020. At the Lake Charles Event Center on Tuesday, local officials, representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency...
Woman files lawsuit against St. Landry Parish Courthouse, claiming ADA violations
OPELOUSAS, La. (KADN) — The St. Landry Parish Courthouse in Opelousas is the subject of a newly filed federal lawsuit. At issue are claims that the courthouse is in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Chapel Hill takes 56-20 win over Jasper
JASPER, Texas (KLTV) - The Chapel Hill Bulldogs got a 56-20 win on the road against Jasper on Friday. Chapel Hill got their second score of the night on a Demetrius Brisbon touchdown. Jasper responded when Raja Garza-Adams hooked up with Isaiah Coleman to bring the game within a score.
'A Day for Daniel' features free Micah Tyler concert to help his brother battle cancer
Buna — A man who has made a difference in the lives of many in Jasper County now needs help from the community to return the favor. Daniel Begnaud has been battling colon cancer for seven years. He lives in Buna, and Saturday, the community is hosting 'A Day...
McNeese hosts Southern to usher in 60th year in Cowboy Stadium
What: McNeese (0-1) vs. Southern (0-0) When: Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. LAKE CHARLES – The 60th season in Cowboy Stadium kicks off on Saturday night at 7 when McNeese hosts Southern. The game will broadcast live on the McNeese Radio Network (92.9 The Lake or 929thelake.com with Tom Hoefer...
Elderly plant grower fearful of losing his business
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - For decades, a local man has been growing many varieties of plants, some of which are sold far and wide. But he fears his green livelihood may soon be destroyed. For 53 years, Rod Prejean has cultivated an array of plants that are bought and...
Here are four keys for the Southern Jaguars in their opener at McNeese State
Here are four keys to a Southern victory at McNeese State on Saturday night. Southern doesn’t have to start fast to win, but it needs to avoid getting boat raced. McNeese State is playing at home in front of a sellout crowd. Yes, the Jaguars fans will represent well, and the Human Jukebox will shake and bake the crowd. But this is an opponent coming off a loss that fell just short of a victory. In position for a game-winning TD and a game-tying field goal, the Cowboys got neither. They left Tarleton State with all of the momentum in that game and will try to carry it over in a home opener packed with atmosphere.
‘Cajuns and Cowboys’ compete at annual rabbit show in Longview
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - An unusual battle for supremacy between neighboring states is underway over the next two days in East Texas. It’s a battle of rabbits, and the combatants are anxiously awaiting the start. The annual “Cajuns and Cowboys Showdown Rabbit Show” is going on at Maude Cobb in Longview.
Paul Finebaum puts top 10 team on 'upset alert' in Week 1
Paul Finebaum believes Notre Dame should be on upset alert as it prepares to face off against Texas A&M in Week 1. While it wouldn’t be an upset in Vegas (Texas A&M is favored by 3 points at DraftKings and most other shops), it would be an AP Poll upset. In the preseason media poll, the Fighting Irish are No. 7 while Texas A&M comes in at No. 20.
LSU‘s Men and Women Both Earn Team Wins at McNeese Season Opener
LAKE CHARLES, La. – The LSU men’s and women’s cross-country teams earned first-place finishes to open up the year at the McNeese Season Opener hosted at the Enos Derbonne Sports Complex. Friday started with the women taking the course for the first time this season. Although they...
Two-A-Days: Elton Indians
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Over the past two seasons the Elton Indians have put together winning seasons and have created a stable program that has built off of some key graduating classes. “We’re hoping to continue and build, every phase of the year that we’ve been going through has...
Judge refuses to lower bond for teen accused in Lufkin murder
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - The attorney for a teenager accused of murder requested an Angelina County judge reduce his bond from $500,000, but the judge refused due to public safety concerns. Jaiquies Lashawn Lewis, 19, of Wiergate, is being held in the Angelina County Jail on a charge of murder....
8/30: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Clinton Thierry, 56, 2229 Katherine St. — direct contempt of court; telephone communications/improper language; two counts theft from $1,000 but less than $5,000; unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Bond: $37,000. Tytiana Deone Shepherd, 26, 1736 Illinois St. — bank fraud; forgery; three counts theft less […]
All lanes open at Calcasieu River Bridge after crash, fire
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - All lanes are now open in both directions after two separate accidents stopped traffic on the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge, Westlake police said. Westlake Police Chief Chris Wilrye said officers received a call about an accident on I-10 East and a vehicle on fire on I-10 West within minutes of each other shortly after 5:00 p.m.
Three Acadiana men sentenced in federal court for kidnapping scheme stretching to Los Angeles
Three Acadiana men have been sentenced in federal court for their roles in a kidnapping scheme that reached from Los Angeles to Louisiana. Cody Lajohn Williams, 31, of Breaux Bridge; Drapper Lavar Anthony Jr., 27, of Youngsville; and Joseph Lawrence Harrison, 27, of St. Martinville, were identified as members of the ATM Gang during a multi-agency press conference Friday at the federal courthouse in Lafayette.
SWLA 2024 Labor Day closures, trash pickup schedules
SWLA, La. (KPLC) - The following closures and trash pickup schedules have been announced for Southwest Louisiana for the upcoming holiday on Monday, September 2:. The City of Lake Charles will be closed for the holiday on Monday, September 2. There will not be any trash or garbage picked up...
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