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Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lake Charles announces a variety of free, family-friendly community events for early 2025, emphasizing park programs, financial literacy, nature, and cultural activities. Gator 99.5
- ➤ The 'Rally for Resilience' pickleball tournament in Lake Charles aims to raise $25,000 for first responder mental health support. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Over 500 homes in Calcasieu, Louisiana remain without electricity due to equipment failure at an Entergy substation, amidst near-freezing temperatures. 7 KPLC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to an early morning fire in Lake Charles, with details on injuries and the type of building affected still pending. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Correctional Center's booking report for January 6, 2025, lists several arrests in Lake Charles, La., for charges ranging from probation detainers to second-degree murder. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge's crossed pistols, commemorating Louisiana's pirate history, have endured theft and damage but are cherished symbols slated for preservation. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Twelfth Night festivities in Lake Charles mark the beginning of this season's Mardi Gras celebrations in Southwest Louisiana. The American Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Stratigos Dynamics, the security firm serving 38 Calcasieu Parish School Board campuses, announces bankruptcy, prompting the district to seek alternative security solutions. The American Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Christian Shumate's dunk earns a spot on ESPN's SportsCenter Top 10, highlighting McNeese State's victory and their ongoing conference winning streak. Gator 99.5
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Lake Charles Boat, Sport & RV Show
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Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Stand-Up Comedy Show
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, an accomplished actress and comedian known for her work on MADtv, will be performing at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino.
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2025 Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo
Experience a week of cultural excitement featuring trail rides and various rodeo events in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
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Grand Asian Concert at L'Auberge Casino Resort
The Grand Asian Concert will be held at L'Auberge Casino Resort in Lake Charles, showcasing various Asian musical talents.
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