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Major Vehicle Fire on I-10 Closes Interstate Between Rayne, Crowley
CROWLEY, La. (KPEL News) - A vehicle fire has forced a closure of I-10 in between Rayne and Crowley, according to multiple reports. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. However, congestion appears to be backing up from the Crowley area toward Rayne at this time, and there is no indication as to when it may clear.
Movies Under the Stars Is Back For Another Run In Lake Charles
One of the most popular events in Southwest Louisiana is back for another Fall season. The family-friendly Movies Under The Stars four-week movie event is back in October and is started last Friday night, October 6th, 2024. The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury puts on the four-week series and each week,...
Alternative school to relocate, expand for growth
The Allen Parish School Board is relocating and expanding its alternative school program to address behavioral issues in students, including elementary grades. The school board was able to buy land and a building across the street from the current school board office on La. 26 to relocate the school. “We had the opportunity to expand […]
Cowboys look to rest, recover
If ever a team needed a week off it is McNeese State. The Cowboys finally get their first of two byes this week after playing seven straight weekends, one of just two teams in the country to do so at the start of this season. Only North Alabama shares such a stretch. For the record, […]
Names in the News: People shaping the future of Lake Area business
Bank announces new leadership JENNINGS — The Board of Directors of JD Bancshares announces that Paul E. Brummett, II has been appointed President of the company, and chief executive officer of JD Bank, the company’s banking subsidiary. Brummett succeeds Bruce W. Elder, who has led the company and JD Bank since 2019. In addition to […]
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