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Thursday, October 10th, 2024
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pumpkin’ Chunkin’ Contest in Lake Charles, sponsored by the city and the Region 5 STEM Center, invites teams to build trebuchets and launch pumpkins, with categories for various age groups and open public registration. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office released a list of recent arrests, including charges related to drug possession, illegal weapon carrying, and domestic abuse. The American Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rouge et Blanc 2024 is an annual food and wine celebration hosted by McNeese State University's Banners program, aiming to support arts and culture in Southwest Louisiana. CBS Lake Charles
- ➤ Country music icon Travis Tritt will perform live in Lake Charles, promising fans a memorable night with his classic hits on October 12th, 2024. Gator 99.5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SOWELA Technical Community College is hosting its Fall 2024 Career Fair on October 23, ensuring current students and alumni can network with potential employers. CBS Lake Charles
- ➤ Calcasieu Parish School Board confirms that the dust at Barbe High School is from a roofing project, not asbestos, ensuring students' safety. 7 KPLC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ SWLA is expected to experience continued sunny weather with warmer afternoon temperatures and no rain forecasted, alongside a brief mention of Hurricane Milton impacting Florida but not posing a threat to SWLA. 7 KPLC
- ➤ SW Louisiana enjoys pleasant weather with clear skies and temperatures in the 50s to mid 80s, while Hurricane Milton targets Florida with potential major impacts. 7 KPLC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 9th annual 'Stroll and Roll' walk in Lake Charles aims to raise funds for SIDS awareness, incorporating a 5K run, a 1-mile walk, and various family activities, in memory of Kaden Reed. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Makhi Paris, a McNeese State sophomore receiver, overcomes severe injuries from a car crash to make a determined return to football. The American Press
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Travis Tritt Live at Golden Nugget Lake Charles
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Live Music with Brian Winfield at Crying Eagle
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Cameron Parish Banquet at T-Boy's Cajun Grill
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Guided Nature Walk at Sam Houston Jones State Park
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Candlelight Concert at Southlake Theater
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SCKA Fall Field Day at Burton Complex
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Live Concert by Sammy Kershaw
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Nighttime Trail Walk at Sam Houston Jones State Park
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