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Friday, February 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office joins the 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' national campaign to reduce impaired driving, featuring a DWI checkpoint on Feb. 21 and heightened road patrols through Mar. 4. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office disclosed a list of numerous arrests, highlighting various charges ranging from failure to register as a sex offender to battery and theft. The American Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 'Exquisite Miniatures by Wes and Rachelle Siegrist' exhibit, showcasing detailed miniature paintings, is open to the public at the Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center. The American Press
- ➤ The 5th Annual Lake Charles Mardi Gras Party, on February 23, 2025, offers a family-friendly event featuring a parade, live Zydeco music, and unique Chicken & Pig Run contests. Gator 99.5
- ➤ The weekend in Southwest Louisiana and Lake Charles features concerts by Geno Delafose and Little Texas, performances by Jamie Bergeron, and several local farmers' markets. Gator 99.5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles announces special Saturday openings to assist with obtaining REAL ID before the May 7, 2025 deadline, needed for domestic flights and entering federal facilities. Gator 99.5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The McNeese State softball team is set to host the Cowgirl Classic tournament featuring games against Houston and Kansas City, following a historic weekend where Coach Landreneau became the all-time winningest coach. The American Press
- ➤ McNeese State's basketball team displays varying performance levels game-to-game, with an unpredictable season despite a strong record, leading to mixed feelings about their consistency and playoff prospects. The American Press
- ➤ The Cowboys adjust the series opener against Oakland to 3 p.m. to continue their strong start despite possible cold weather challenges. The American Press
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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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South Alabama Jaguars vs McNeese State Cowgirls Softball Match
The South Alabama Jaguars will face the McNeese State Cowgirls in a competitive softball game at Cowgirl Diamond in Lake Charles, LA.
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Concert by Kem & Kenny Babyface Edmonds in Lake Charles
Enjoy an evening of music by 13-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Babyface and renowned R&B artist Kem at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles.
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LHSAA Boys' Basketball State Championship Tournament
The LHSAA Boys’ Marsh Madness Basketball State Championship Tournament will showcase high school basketball teams in Lake Charles at the Burton Complex over six days.
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Whose Live Anyway Improv Tour
The Emmy-nominated cast members of the TV show 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' present an evening of improvisational comedy at the Rosa Hart Theatre.
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Concert by Nueva Generacion in Lake Charles
Enjoy a vibrant performance by Mariachi Herencia de México, a Latin GRAMMY-nominated group that redefines traditional mariachi music.
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