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Tanger Outlets Gonzales to host meet and greet with Jackson's Trey’Dez Green
Tanger Outlets Gonzales invites shoppers to kick off the start of the school season with its Back-to-School Athlete Meet-and-Greet from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, July 27. While shopping, fans and community members are invited to meet Trey’Dez Green, get autographs and take photos with the athlete in front of Southern Marsh, 2100 Steven B Tanger St., Gonzales.
‘The Ladies Man’ to Make Appearance in Lafayette in September
Lafayette Comedy continues to bring some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy and they've a good one coming to town in September as Tim Meadows will be performing a couple of shows. The comedian-actor will be appearing at Club 337 in the Doubletree Hotel in Lafayette on Saturday, September...
Larose Memorial Chapel Opens Its Doors
Larose resident, Pat Brady's vision, has come to life with the grand opening of Larose Memorial Chapel. The chapel, built to honor the victims of the devastating tornado that struck Larose on October 3, 1964, is now welcoming visitors. Brady, inspired by the shortage of chapels in Louisiana, embarked on...
Water valve leak raises concerns for neighbors amid call for conservation
Conserving water—it’s crucial especially during summer when heat and drought are at their worst. But residents are saying that’s not the case after a water valve leak has been going on for weeks.
Nevada softball ace Tyra Clary transferring to Louisiana Lafayette for final college year
Tyra Clary, who led the Mountain West in ERA each of the last two seasons, is transferring from Nevada to Louisiana Lafayette for her final year of college eligibility. A Spanish Springs High alum, Clary entered the transfer portal earlier this month. She walked on at Nevada in 2022 before becoming a top-flight pitcher in the MW in 2023 and 2024. After going 6-10 with a 8.25 ERA in her debut season in silver and blue, she went 16-11 with a 2.17 ERA and six saves over the last two years while leading the MW in ERA in 2023 (1.81) and 2024 (2.45).
Emory’s Hoover headed back to Louisiana for softball
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLTV) - Former Rains Lady Cat Sage Hoover is headed back to Louisiana where she started her college career. Hoover announced on Monday that she would be leaving Texas Tech and transferring to the University of Louisiana in Lafayette to play for the Ragin’ Cajun. Hoover took...
Texas man arrested on Attempted Murder charges in Terrebonne Parish
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of a Humble, Texas man in connection with a July 9th shooting in the 300 block of Patrick Drive in Schriever, La. Authorities arrested Keith David Joseph, 45, of Humble, Tx, who is facing charges of Attempted Second Degree Murder in connection with the incident.
SWLA Arrest Report - July 23, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for July 23, 2024. Ernest Joseph Smith, 31, Lake Charles: Possession of synthetic marijuana 1st offense; possession of a controlled dangerous substance, Schedule II; bicycles; front lamps; rear lamps; side and rear reflectors. Robert Charles Thomas, 52, Sulphur: Possession...
New Dollar General Market opens in Orange County
Residents near Bridge City and Orangefield have a fresh new grocery store to shop at. The Dollar General market 2970 W Round Bunch Road in Orange is now open. The new DG Market store format features an expanded selection of fresh meats, fruits and vegetables, as well as the same categories, brands and products customers […] The post New Dollar General Market opens in Orange County appeared first on Orange Leader.
2024 National Night Out events in SWLA
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - National Night Out is the day to get to know your local law enforcement officers. Communities nationwide host National Night Out events on the first Tuesday of August every year with the goal of enhancing the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by bringing residents and police officers together under positive circumstances.
What Louisiana City Has Most DWI Arrests?
SHREVEPORT, LA – I recently heard some shocking stats about drunk driving in Louisiana and I have been wondering why Shreveport leads this dangerous category by such a wide margin. You be the judge of what the numbers show. Shreveport Police made 625 DWI arrests in 2023 and there...
Louisiana cities allege environmental damage from lead-wrapped cables in lawsuit against telecoms
One parish and two south Louisiana cities have filed a proposed class action lawsuit against two telecom giants accusing them of failing to remove deteriorating lead-wrapped cables that they say are causing severe environmental damage. The issue has gained prominence nationally and sparked a variety of lawsuits, particularly in the...
UL Football Unveils New Helmet Logo With Louisiana Theme
Football season in Louisiana is here and the excitement for high school, college, and professional football is growing. Going into a new season, teams often introduce their fans to new or throwback uniform color schemes, and some even elect to change their helmets up to add to the excitement. The...
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