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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Photographer Kirk Meche captured how Hurricane Laura destroyed homes and landmarks in Southwest Louisiana during its summer 2020 surge. He focused on images of Entergy workers and neighbors clearing debris—highlighting both the damage and the community's effort to recover. The American Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ DOTD officials said I-10 East was closed west of Vinton due to a disabled tractor-trailer — drivers were advised to use an alternate route. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Blackberry Smoke will perform live at the Golden Nugget on October 25 at 8:00 p.m.—VIP tickets offer exclusive merchandise for fans. The band will play a full lineup of their greatest hits in a one-night event that underscores their Southern rock legacy. Gator 99.5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Paint and Fire in Lake Charles is offering a class called 'Little Van Gogh's' for children ages two to four that teaches colors and shapes by using food dye and recyclable items — registration is open for interested parents. 7 KPLC
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Benoit Townhomes is a new affordable housing community in Lake Charles that offered an inside look at its design and planned amenities yesterday—local officials say the project will provide quality, low-cost homes for families. 7 KPLC
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Roots & Boots 90’s Electric Throwdown
7-9:30 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an unforgettable night with iconic 90's country stars Aaron Tippin, Sammy Kershaw, and Collin Raye.
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McNeese Cowboy Club 5k Gallop Fun Run / Walk & Kids 1k Round Up
5k Fun Run & Walk for all ages organized by the McNeese Track and Field / XC Program presented by the McNeese Cowboy Club. Proceeds raised go directly back to program to help offset funding for Travel, Meals, Equipment, Insurance, Supplies for the Year. Your support is appreciated.
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