Saturday, January 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Calcasieu Parish in Southwest Louisiana closes all Police Jury offices on January 21st due to severe winter weather, with additional closures for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and pertinent community service adjustments. The American Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office detailed recent arrests, including charges for marijuana possession, illegal weapon carrying, and various other offenses. The American Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana are hosting a variety of live music, shopping, and comedy events, featuring performances by Anjelah Johnson-Reyes and various artists, from January 17-19, 2025. Gator 99.5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Westlake High School's basketball team secured a 40-37 victory over Grand Lake, enhancing their season record to 12-4. The American Press
- ➤ McNeese will host Lamar in a pivotal 'Battle of the Border' basketball double-header, featuring tailgate festivities, with the Cowboys aiming to extend their winning streak. Gator 99.5
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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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Aaron Lewis & The Stateliners Live Performance
Aaron Lewis, formerly of Staind, will perform live with his band The Stateliners at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
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Bayou Bounty Bonanza: Adventurous Scavenger Hunt
This self-guided scavenger hunt in Lake Charles invites participants to explore the city's history and architecture through interactive challenges and photo activities.
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Cake Pop Party: A Sweet Galentine's Gathering
Participate in a cake pop-making event at Krew’s Books & Brews, where attendees can create and take home six personalized cake pops.
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Lake Charles Adventurous Scavenger Hunt: Bayou Bounty Bonanza
Explore the vibrant history and architecture of Downtown Lake Charles through a self-guided, interactive scavenger hunt filled with intriguing challenges and photo opportunities.
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