Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of October.
Good morning, Lake Charles.
🏘️ Community
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is strengthening community trust through youth programs such as weekly DARE sessions and the Junior Deputy Academy (which also lead to senior outreach via home visits and monthly bingo events).
Deputy Katie Watkins and Lt. Angela Ball steer these initiatives across the parish.
🎓 Education
WalletHub’s 2027 college ranking places UL Lafayette, McNeese State and Nicholls State among Louisiana’s top colleges for affordability and career outcomes, while LSU Baton Rouge did not make the list.
The study compares factors (student selectivity, cost, career outcomes) to guide local families in choosing schools.
🏈 Sports
The McNeese Cowboys are on the road to face the Northwestern State Demons tonight, and KPLC will cover the contest on ESPN and radio 92.9 from Lake Charles.
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