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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ashley Bass from Lake Charles and Charles Bass from Pitkin were cited on March 27 in Vernon Parish for violating turkey hunting rules by using a blind near baited feeders when wildlife agents observed them placing a decoy—violations that can lead to fines and jail time. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Almost two years after 76-year-old Sherry Vincent was raped and severely beaten in her Lake Charles home, police arrested 28-year-old Lorenzo Jackson at 9:45 a.m. today in Sulphur and he now faces charges of first-degree murder and rape with a bond set at $4 million while her demolished home makes way for a new housing complex. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Westlake High Theatre is performing Disney’s 'Tarzan' today at 7 p.m. at their theatre on 1000 Garden Drive—director Kerry Onxley said doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are available at the door. 7 KPLC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Voters in Calcasieu Parish will vote on May 3 on whether to renew a half-cent sales tax that funds the sheriff’s office, including deputies’ salaries, outreach and emergency response. Early voting runs from April 19 to April 26 except Sunday, April 20 and a no vote will let the tax expire in late 2026. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, McNeese State basketball coach Bill Armstrong signed 6-foot-5 guard/forward Carl Cherenfant from New Mexico State as his fourth former 4-star recruit—he played 20 games last season and will add size and skill to the Cowboys. The American Press
- ➤ The 3-3A district teams have a strong record with state tournament appearances each season since 2019 and have earned top-five seeds and a first-round bye for the playoffs. Westlake, South Beauregard, and others will compete in best-of-three series starting today and running through Saturday—each team hoping to extend its success. 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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