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Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sulphur High's Homecoming parade united alumni, students, and families yesterday in Sulphur—bringing generations together with a display of color and school spirit. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Sulphur High School hosted a homecoming parade that brought together alumni and current students to share memories and celebrate decades of tradition. The event featured long floats, football players, and community groups tossing beads and candy, and homecoming celebrations will continue with alumni reunions and class events this weekend. 7 KPLC
- ➤ The Kiwanis Club of Lake Charles will host its 37th Coats for Kids Drive on Oct. 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Crying Eagle University; attendees who donate a coat receive a free raffle ticket + a drink token for Crying Eagle craft brews and can enjoy live music, games, and silent auctions + funds that will be distributed to ten local charities. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Zydeco boss Keith Frank released his first album in five years and held a party Friday night at Cowboy's Night Club on Common Street in Lake Charles—doors opened at 9:00 p.m. and he performed at 10:00 p.m. Gator 99.5
- ➤ KPLC congratulated Rhonda Kitchens for her Emmy nomination for 'Remembering Andrew'—a report on her son’s tragic suicide that calls attention to suicide awareness and prevention, a topic that she has brought to light through her work. Her personal approach and focus on mental health have engaged the community and underscored the importance of open discussion on this sensitive issue. 7 KPLC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Christus Ochsner is honoring emergency nurses during Emergency Nurses Week, October 5th—11th, by highlighting nurse Olivia Rivera's journey from being a personal trainer to working in the ER where quick action and care are essential. Rivera said her career demands readiness for emergencies and the ability to comfort patients in their most vulnerable moments. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 3 Hamilton Christian beat Grand Lake 55-13 on Oct. 9th — handing Grand Lake its first loss while opening district play for both teams. The win kept Hamilton Christian undefeated with a 5-0 record and 1 conference win, as Grand Lake fell to a 5-1 record. The American Press
- ➤ Friday's prep football games saw Southside beat Sam Houston 52 to 28 with key runs from E.J. Hanney and Gavin Breaux, Notre Dame win 35 to 7 led by Braxton Meche and Drew Lejeune, and Hamilton Christian defeat Grand Lake 55 to 13 with standout efforts by Javon Vital. The match results underline strong performances by the teams as they set the stage for upcoming contests. The American Press
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Voices of Wailing Women Called to Pray
4-8 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Free entry — A powerful gathering for women to unite in prayer and spiritual support.
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Daryl Felsberg Comedy Night
8 p.m. — Library Riot — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the larger-than-life comedic talent of Daryl Felsberg in an intimate setting.
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Houston Christian vs McNeese State Football
6-9 p.m. — McNeese State University Football Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate homecoming as the Cowboys face off against Houston Christian in an exciting football matchup.
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Americas LNG Summit & Exhibition 2025
October 19-21 — L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles — Pricing varies — Major LNG industry event focusing on economic growth and energy transition with strategic and technical conferences.
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Josh Gates Live: An Evening of Ghosts and Monsters
7-9 p.m. — Rosa Hart Theatre — Tickets required — Experience eerie tales and thrilling paranormal investigations with Josh Gates from the Discovery Channel.
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