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Fed up with pile-driving for big Bayou Lafourche project, Donaldsonville property owners sue
In December, Donaldsonville residents complained of “extremely loud” noise and alleged damage to historic buildings amid pile-driving for a Bayou Lafourche project that aims to revitalize the water supply. In January, city officials discussed suing to halt the construction. Now, property owners have taken legal action. As of...
Jennings moves forward on new trash collection contract
The city council cleared the way Tuesday for a new company to take over the city’s trash collection in September with only minor changes in service. The council unanimously authorized Mayor Henry Guinn to execute a new 10-year contract with Waste Connections Bayou, Inc. beginning Sept. 1 “Our contract with Republic Services is expiring effective […]
KPLC programming, streaming changes during Olympics
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - As KPLC begins our coverage of the 2024 Olympics in Paris, we will have a few changes to our on-air programming and online streaming. Starting Friday, July 26, KPLC will not air Midday, 7 News at Noon or First at Four. The noon and 4...
Summer Movies Series With The Mayor Honors A Lake Charles Native
The Summer Movies Series with Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter has been a blast! Every Saturday in July, families in Southwest Louisiana have had the opportunity to enjoy free movie presentations. As summer winds down, there's one more movie event to go, and you won't want to miss it. On...
First Alert Forecast: Rain remains likely through the weekend
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Rain was still widespread Thursday, but the amount of rain was much lower. Rain chances will remain well above normal through the upcoming weekend thanks to an upper level trough of low pressure remaining in our area. This provides extra lift which make sit easier for clouds and rain to form.
Central High School’s Brandon LaGroue Is Finalist for Lousisiana Principal of the Year
The Louisiana Department of Education has announced the 2025 Teacher and Principal of the Year finalists. One of the finalists is Central’s own Brandon LaGrue, principal at Central High School. LaGrue is one of nine outstanding principals from across the state who made the finals. The winner will be...
Jolie Koppenol, Jamisyn Payne Win State Titles, Now in Dallas for 2024 International Competition
Two young ladies from Central have won statewide beauty titles in Louisiana and are now at the international pageant in Dallas. Jolie Koppenol, a student at Central Middle School, has been named Louisiana Miss at the state pageant. Jamisyn Payne, 5, a student at St. Alphonsus Catholic School, was chosen...
SWLA Arrest Report - July 24, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for July 24, 2024. Malcolm Scott Guillory III, 27, Lake Charles: Possession of a Schedule II drug; trespassing; production, manufacture, distribution, or possession of a Schedule III drug; probation violation. Johnathon Paul Guidry, 38, Lake Charles: Battery; possession of...
Baton Rouge rapper Boosie indicted again on gun charges; he says he's on vacation
Baton Rouge rapper Torence "Boosie" Hatch has been indicted again on gun charges, court records show. Earlier this month, a judge dismissed a gun charge against Hatch, who previously performed under the names "Lil Boosie" and "Boosie Badazz." Hatch was charged in San Diego with being a felon in possession...
Louisiana woman kicked out of Baton Rouge restaurant because of controversial dress code
On Tuesday, Facebook user Miney M Mac posted a series of videos from Stab's Prime Steak and Seafood in Baton Rouge, where she was turned away because of a new dress code policy. The user also goes by the name, Y'Mine McClanahan. According to her post, she was asked to...
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:...
7/24: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Jennifer Lynn Materne, 45, 501 E. Burton St., Sulphur — criminal trespass; drug possession. Bond: $6,500. Van Choy Leo, 60, Spiritlake, Iowa — twp counts second-degree sexual battery; two counts first-degree rape; two counts aggravated oral sexual battery. Bond: $440,000. Angela Louise Filardo, 32, New Orleans […]
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 […]
Local law firm holding town halls on chemical release
Local law firm Brent Coon and Associates will hold three town hall meetings Thursday night to answer questions about legal proceedings related to last week’s chemical release in Orange. The meetings will be held July 25 at the Orange Train Depot Museum located at 1210 W. Green Ave. in Orange. The first session begins at […] The post Local law firm holding town halls on chemical release appeared first on Orange Leader.
Blues Fest coming to Orange August 10
Have you got the blues? The City of Orange will on Aug. 10 when Blues Fest takes place at the Riverside Pavillion from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. “We’ve been thinking about doing this for six or seven years, and it’s finally time,” event organizer Benetris Edwards said. According to Edwards, there’s plenty of Zydeco […] The post Blues Fest coming to Orange August 10 appeared first on Orange Leader.
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