Saturday, February 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Calcasieu Parish is set to host a variety of family-friendly events in February, including theater productions, rodeo week, scavenger hunts, and Mardi Gras celebrations. 7 KPLC
- ➤ The Sulphur Lions Club is organizing a 'Dinner in the Dark' event on March 8 to foster empathy for individuals with visual impairments by providing a dining experience in complete darkness. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Friend Ships, a Lake Charles-based relief organization, uses a hydroponic greenhouse to grow organic vegetables, distributing them to local churches for the benefit of those in need, including the homeless and those recovering from addiction. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for January 30, 2025, lists several individuals arrested for a variety of offenses, ranging from domestic abuse to burglary and immigration detainers. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Horace Trahan and The Ossun Express are set to perform in Lake Charles on February 1, 2025, promising a night of energetic Louisiana music. Gator 99.5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mercedes Lartigue-Sinegal, a dedicated kindergarten teacher at Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy, emphasizes the importance of education in changing lives and the joy of learning and teaching. The American Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The McNeese Cowboys, maintaining a 21-game Southland Conference winning streak and an 11-game overall win streak, prepare to face Nicholls again after previously beating them 80-71. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Hamilton Christian boys basketball team triumphed over Oberlin with a score of 78-32 in their District 4-1A opener on Jan. 28, 2025. The American Press
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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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Bayou Bounty Bonanza: An Adventurous Scavenger Hunt
Participants will explore the historic and charming streets of Downtown Lake Charles in a self-guided scavenger hunt that includes interactive photo challenges and historical discoveries.
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Little Texas Concert for Adults
Experience live music with Little Texas, a country band that gained popularity in the '90s, performing at L'Auberge Casino Resort.
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A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
This acclaimed music and dance show, which premiered Off-Broadway, returns for a captivating performance at the Rosa Hart Theatre.
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Ron White Live Performance
Comedian Ron White, known for his cigar-smoking and scotch-drinking persona, will perform live at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino.
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World Famous Cajun Extravaganza and Gumbo Cook-off
The event celebrates Cajun culture with a vibrant gumbo cook-off alongside various festivities during Mardi Gras weekend.
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Mardi Gras Children's Day Celebration
Mardi Gras Children's Day offers a festive atmosphere with activities leading up to the Children's Day Parade at the Lake Charles Event Center.
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