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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bishop Glen John Provost will hold a memorial mass in honor of Pope Francis today at 5 p.m. at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception at 935 Bilbo Street as Father Buller urges the faithful to join the diocese in prayer.  7 KPLC

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • The family of Henry Leon Miller, who died in an April crash on the I-210 Bridge, filed a lawsuit claiming that poor lighting—removed after Hurricane Laura—helped cause the fatal accident and that local groups are responsible as work to replace the lights is set to finish by fall.  7 KPLC

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Ball’s Fried Chick-N reopened today on Enterprise Boulevard after nearly five years of closure due to Hurricane Laura, and early customers lined up for their favorites. The family, who has maintained the restaurant's long tradition since 2003 and even revived its historic roots from the 1940s, thanked regulars as delays from a tornado last April were overcome.  7 KPLC

CULTURE NEWS

  • Counselor Joel Daugherty said parents should help boys learn to ask for help and build strong friendships — these bonds can reduce loneliness and boost mental health. He urged families to change the messages they give their sons so they learn that sharing feelings is a part of growing up.  7 KPLC
  • Lake Charles Symphony will host its 67th Season Finale concert on May 3rd at 6 p.m. at Tritico Theatre and is offering a ticket giveaway — the event will feature Bona Vox performing Lux Aeterna with a live symphony orchestra for the first time along with Ritual Fire Dance and a multimedia presentation of Grand Canyon Suite.  CBS Lake Charles

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Early voting for the May 3 election ended this past weekend with 7,583 ballots cast in Calcasieu and a slight drop in Beauregard—marking a boost compared to previous runoffs. Voters will return on Saturday to cast ballots in runoff races and on tax propositions in Calcasieu, Allen and Beauregard.  7 KPLC

HEALTH NEWS

  • A group of Southwest Louisiana high school students traveled to Baton Rouge today to meet with state legislators and discuss lowering teen suicide rates through their student-led Peer Initiative+ an organization formed after several teen suicides in the Lake area. They noted that suicide is the second leading cause of death for middle and high school students aged 12 to 18.  7 KPLC

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Parent Walk Event

    5-7 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Free entry — A FUN-filled evening of walking, connection, and healthy snacks for parents and children.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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