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Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury's Housing Department will open the Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list to the first 500 applicants on October 30. The American Press
- ➤ Ricky Shetler, the owner of Mr. Gatti’s Pizza in Lake Charles, was awarded the Brand Icon Award for his dedication to rebuilding the store after hurricanes and his long-term commitment to the company. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Southwest Louisiana residents, in gratitude for past aids received after hurricanes, are sending relief supplies to North Carolina through a 'pack the plane' event coordinated by local leaders and organizations. The American Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Correctional Center's booking report for October 21, 2024, lists several individuals arrested for crimes ranging from burglary to possession of drugs in Lake Charles, Louisiana. 7 KPLC
- ➤ A second student at Moss Bluff Middle School has been arrested for threatening school violence, marking the second such arrest in recent weeks. The American Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Michael Bolton's scheduled concert in Lake Charles for February has been canceled due to his recovery from a recent brain tumor surgery. Gator 99.5
- ➤ The Culture, Art & Music Association of Louisiana invites everyone to the Día de los Muertos Festival on November 2, 2024, at Lake Charles Event Center, celebrating life and local traditions. CBS Lake Charles
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SOWELA is providing dual enrollment options for Louisiana high school students to earn both high school and college credits concurrently, available for various fields. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yusef Leak and Jovoni Borbon from McNeese State were named to the FCS Mid-Season All-American fourth team. The American Press
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Nighttime Trail Walk at Sam Houston Jones State Park
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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
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Chris Cagle Live at Golden Nugget Lake Charles
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Identity Protection: Free Document Shredding Event
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The Enchanting Lighting of the Historic Sallier Oak
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Ecstatic Dance Experience
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Communion Sunday Worship Service
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Mistletoe & Moss Holiday Market
Experience the festive atmosphere of the Mistletoe & Moss Market, featuring unique holiday shopping opportunities at the Lake Charles Event Center.
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