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Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The United Way of Southwest Louisiana is collecting donations to support those affected by Hurricane Milton, emphasizing the necessity for new and unused items. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Southwest Louisiana gears up for an eventful Halloween season with a diverse lineup of Harvest Fest and Halloween activities catering to all ages across various Parishes. Gator 99.5
- ➤ SNAP advocates for the inclusion of additional priests on the Diocese of Lake Charles' list of credibly accused clergy following a law change in Louisiana that extends the time for sex abuse victims to file lawsuits. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Calcasieu Parish officials celebrated the groundbreaking of a $19 million Animal Services and Adoption Center, set to enhance facilities and services by summer 2026. The American Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle accident on the I-10 Eastbound bridge near the Calcasieu River is causing significant traffic delays, with alternative routes suggested. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Roman Catholic Diocese of Lake Charles has updated its list, adding two more former clergy members accused of sexual misconduct against children, bringing the total to more than originally reported. 7 KPLC
- ➤ The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office announced multiple arrests, including traffic violation, substance possession, and various charges related to domestic violence and battery. The American Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SOWELA Technical Community College is named Louisiana's top community college by Wallethub and hits a record enrollment of over 4,000 students, defying the national trend of declining community college enrollments. 7 KPLC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Venture Global's request to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality to significantly increase harmful emissions at its Calcasieu Pass LNG facility is facing opposition from local residents concerned about health and environmental impacts. The American Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lake Charles Memorial Health System enhances patient care by adopting Epic, a unified electronic medical record system, facilitating better healthcare management. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
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