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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Junior League of Lake Charles is hosting the annual Touch-A-Truck event today at Burton Coliseum from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.—children can climb aboard trucks used in construction, emergency, and utility services to learn about their work. Gator 99.5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 3, Calcasieu Correctional Center booked multiple individuals on charges ranging from domestic abuse battery and aggravated assault to drug offenses and theft — many of those arrested were from Lake Charles and nearby areas. 7 KPLC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe thunderstorms — including hail, high winds and a chance for tornadoes — are forecast to hit Southwest Louisiana this weekend. Lake Charles is expected to see the storm around noon today with heavy rain that may lead to flash flooding and coastal road closures. The American Press
- ➤ Chevron was ordered by a jury to pay at least $740 million to restore coastal wetlands hurt by oil operations—this came after a trial that lasted over a decade. The decision may lead to more lawsuits against oil companies. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Love the Boot Week is the largest litter removal and beautification campaign in Louisiana and runs from April 4 to April 13 under the guidance of Keep Louisiana Beautiful with local partners hosting over 1,000 events statewide. Lake Charles residents can join cleanup efforts or drop off recyclables at local waste centers on April 12 from 8 a.m. to noon—an initiative that aims to keep the community clean every day. 7 KPLC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury sent a letter on Wednesday to officials in Washington, D.C. urging them to end the 45Q tax credit for carbon capture projects as they said the subsidy could risk leaks that harm drinking water and the Chicot Aquifer. The jury argued that ending the credit will protect local communities from dangerous risks. The American Press
SPORTS NEWS
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CYPHACON 2025
5-9 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Admission fee applicable — Celebrate the fun and creativity at the 13th annual CYPHACON event filled with excitement and entertainment.
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SWLA's Annual Yoga Fest
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Drew Park — Admission details not specified — Celebrate movement, mindfulness, and community at Lake Area's largest yoga fest.
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Bunny at the Barn Egg Hunt
8-10 p.m. — Eastern Dr, Lake Charles, LA — $10 per Child, $5 per Adult — Enjoy an evening of egg hunting with prizes, food, and guided pet play.
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Easter Family Fun Fest
11 AM – 3 PM — Crying Eagle Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a day of Easter festivities perfect for the whole family.
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Dolly Run 5K for Reading
1:00 PM – 4:59 PM — 815 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA — Registration required — Run or walk a picturesque 3.1-mile course in downtown Lake Charles to promote literacy.
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Rollin’ on the River Car Show
9 AM – 2 PM — Sam Houston Jones State Park — Free entry — Experience a showcase of cars, trucks, and motorcycles while enjoying food trucks and exciting raffles.
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