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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, families in Lake Charles honored local veterans at Orange Grove Graceland with display flags that represent the service of veterans deployed overseas. In Sulphur, a ceremony at Roselawn Cemetery off Ruth Street saw the American Legion Post 179 carry casket flags into display — each flag paying tribute to a veteran’s service. 7 KPLC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 26th, a truck crashed into a home near Common Street in Lake Charles—killing a man, police said. 7 KPLC
- ➤ A vehicle crashed into a house on Auburn Street (near the intersection with Madeline Street off Common Street) Monday morning, killing one person as police, firefighters, and an ambulance arrived at the scene. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former elections supervisor Mark Simon was arrested on Jan. 14 in Lake Charles for allegedly forging documents in 2023 to dissolve a business he co-owned but had his forgery charges dropped on March 17 as a family dispute was settled — he bonded out on $25,000 and was removed from his appointment — with local officials noting his continued volunteer service. The American Press
- ➤ A Lake Charles woman has been charged with murder after an alleged altercation during a child custody dispute led to the shooting death of Brett Daigle at a South Perkins Ferry residence at about 2:30 p.m. Saturday—she was arrested and booked at Calcasieu Correctional Center as investigators continue their probe. The American Press
- ➤ A Lake Charles woman is accused of beating a man with a baseball bat and leaving him on the road—he was later hit by a vehicle and killed. 7 KPLC
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Wellness on the Water Celebration
8-11 a.m. — Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino — Free entry — Experience an immersive celebration of movement, wellness, and community.
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Gumbeaux Gators Home Opener vs. River Monsters
7 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Thrilling minor league baseball action as the Gumbeaux Gators take on the River Monsters.
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Cajun Cowboy Cluster of Dog Shows
8 AM — Lake Charles Event Center — Cost Varies — Experience the excitement of dog shows brought to you by local kennel clubs in a festive atmosphere.
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T-Gator Triathlon
7-11 a.m. — Sam Houston Jones State Park — Registration fees vary — Experience the thrill of the beloved T-Gator Triathlon with options for both individuals and relay teams.
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Movie and a Craft
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Prien Lake Mall — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a morning of crafting and movie magic together.
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Lake Charles Food Distribution
2-4 p.m. — 1225 2nd Street — Free food access — Support the local community with essential food distribution services.
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Wayne Toups and Zydecajun Concert
7-9 p.m. — Jellystone Park™ Lake Charles — $15 at the door — Experience an exciting evening of Zydeco music under the stars.
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