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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The article lists the most problematic traffic intersections in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana, highlighting areas with frequent backups and accidents.  Gator 99.5
  • Sowela Technical Community College hosted its second annual breakfast to honor over a hundred local first responders, emphasizing gratitude for their service and the importance of their role in the community.  The American Press
  • Project Build A Future plans to create a resilient, affordable neighborhood in Lake Charles, featuring homes built to withstand climate change, with construction starting as early as February 2025.  7 KPLC
  • Phillips 66 donates $60,000 to the Children’s Advocacy Center to support therapeutic counseling for abused children in Lake Charles, Louisiana.  7 KPLC

CRIME NEWS

  • The Calcasieu Correctional Center's booking report for September 24, 2024, lists numerous arrests, including drug possession, domestic abuse, and failure to register as a sex offender.  7 KPLC

CULTURE NEWS

  • Country music star Riley Green, along with special guests including Ella Langley, will perform in Lake Charles on May 9, 2025, as part of his Damn Country Music Tour.  Gator 99.5

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Lake Charles launches initiatives with Hancock Whitney Bank to support and inspire both aspiring and existing small business owners through a variety of programs starting Sept. 26.  The American Press

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A cold front moving through SWLA will lead to scattered showers and cooler temperatures, while Tropical Storm Helene is poised to become a hurricane affecting Florida.  7 KPLC

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lake Charles enforces specific restrictions on the placement of political signs to prevent hazards and maintain public safety, with illegal placements subject to removal.  7 KPLC

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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  • The Lost Hollows Haunt Experience

    Experience the largest and most terrifying outdoor haunt in Lake Charles, featuring intense scares and a thrilling night adventure in a family-operated setting.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Zen & Trend Exchange: A Clothing Swap Event

    Experience a unique clothing swap where boho style meets yoga wear, allowing participants to exchange gently used apparel while enjoying a community atmosphere.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Live Music with Casey Courville at Crying Eagle Brewing

    Experience an enjoyable evening of live music by Casey Courville at the vibrant Crying Eagle Brewing Company, known for its great atmosphere and local brews.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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  • 1st Sunday Brunch at The MBar

    Experience a vibrant morning filled with great music, delicious food, and positive vibes at The MBar's 1st Sunday Brunch.

    Tue, 10/1/24

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  • McNeese Volleyball Home Game Against Southeastern

    Experience an exciting Southland Conference volleyball match as the McNeese Cowgirls take on the Southeastern Jaguars at The Legacy Center.

    Thu, 10/3/24

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  • Lake Charles Film Festival 2024

    Experience a celebration of film and creativity at the Lake Charles Film Festival, hosted at the Holiday Inn & Suites.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • Inaugural Reelin' for Warriors Fishing Rodeo

    Experience a community-focused fishing tournament with proceeds benefiting local veterans and the United Way of Southwest Louisiana.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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  • Live Music Event with JP Primeaux at Crying Eagle Brewing

    Experience an engaging evening of live music with JP Primeaux in a vibrant atmosphere filled with local brews and delicious food.

    Sun, 10/6/24

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  • McNeese Cowgirls Volleyball Battles Nicholls Colonels

    Experience an exciting Southland Conference home game as the McNeese Cowgirls Volleyball Team takes on the Nicholls Colonels at the Legacy Center.

    Tue, 10/8/24

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  • Quarterly Job Fair at Lake Charles Event Center

    Connect with nearly 50 employers to explore job opportunities and access career resources at the Quarterly Job Fair.

    Wed, 10/9/24

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