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Monday, April 14th, 2025
Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Bess the Book Bus returns to Lake Charles through a CITGO partnership to give free books to pre-K and first-grade students at J.D. Clifton and T.H. Watkins Elementary schools — tomorrow, the mobile literacy initiative will visit Brenda Hunter Head Start and E.K. Key Elementary so children can select a book to call their own. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Food service supervisors have released school lunch and breakfast menus for April 14-17 for area schools. Menus list daily meal options that vary by district including Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron and Jeff Davis (menus are subject to change). The American Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Louisiana lawmakers return to the Capitol — they plan to reform the transportation department, lower car insurance rates and revisit a failed amendment amid federal spending cuts. They will also debate proposals on health initiatives, tax reform and teachers' salary increases as they work on a new state budget. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, McNeese rallied from a six-run deficit after four innings to score 13 runs and win 14-7 over Incarnate Word in San Antonio—extending its winning streak to 12 games, the longest in program history. Powered by two 3-run homers from Mack Brousseau and key contributions from other hitters, the Cowboys improved their record to 27-5 overall and 14-4 in conference play. The American Press
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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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Riley Green Concert
7-11 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — From $118+ — Enjoy a night of country music with Riley Green at a local venue.
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Princess Day
— Time Range — Almosta Ranch LLC — $40 entry — Experience a magical day filled with princess-themed fun for all ages.
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