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Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Insurance modified the Fortify Homes Program to a lottery system for fairer grant distribution, yet Southwest Louisiana continues to see a low application and grant reception rate despite the region's high need. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Sam Houston Jones State Park in Louisiana will expand its biking trails to 20 miles with a $50,000 donation from Phillips 66, aiming to become a premier outdoor destination. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Southwest Louisiana awaits construction dates for a new I-10 bridge, amid discussions of it potentially being a toll road and sharing historical insights on the current bridge, officially named the Louisiana Memorial World War II Bridge. Gator 99.5
CRIME NEWS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A cold front arriving Wednesday in SWLA will bring the season's coolest temperatures and gusty winds, increasing fire risks due to dry conditions. 7 KPLC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana voters will consider a constitutional amendment to allocate offshore energy profits to coastal protection and restoration. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The LaGrange Gators set records by receiving 5,655 out of 11,358 votes to become the Touchdown Live Week Six Team of the Week after a strong start to the season and a significant victory over Washington-Marion. 7 KPLC
- ➤ All-American linebacker Micah Davey is poised to rejoin the McNeese defense against Incarnate Word after recuperating from a rib injury. The American Press
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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
Experience a day filled with informative discussions, engaging topics, and fellowship at Lake Charles' Burton Complex.
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Live Concert by Sammy Kershaw
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Nighttime Trail Walk at Sam Houston Jones State Park
Experience a spooky family-friendly trail walk through the beautiful landscapes of Sam Houston Jones State Park during the Halloween season.
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WRTS Family-Friendly Halloween Bash
Experience a fun-filled Halloween celebration with food, games, and trick-or-treating at We Rock the Spectrum.
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Whiskey Myers Live Concert Featuring JJ Grey & Mofro and Colby Acuff
Experience an exciting live concert by Whiskey Myers, alongside JJ Grey & Mofro and Colby Acuff, at the Lake Charles Event Center.
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Chris Cagle Live at Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Experience a live performance by Chris Cagle, the American Country Music Artist hailing from Louisiana and Texas, at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino.
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