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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Local middle and high school students competed in building and testing pumpkin launchers at the annual Pumpkin Chuckin’ contest.  7 KPLC
  • A video shared online shows Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office deputies humorously evacuating their Sheriff in an office chair, highlighting the lighter side of law enforcement work.  Gator 99.5

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Six students were hospitalized with minor to moderate injuries after a chain-reaction crash involving five school buses and a truck on Interstate 10, while en route to a state marching band championship.  7 KPLC

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Mayor Nic Hunter and Lake Charles launch the fifth annual #ShopLocalLC Challenge to support local small businesses during the holiday season.  The American Press

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Sixty-five high school bands are competing in the largest music festival in Louisiana's history, hosted by the LMEA at McNeese State University.  The American Press
  • SOWELA's HVAC training program, resuming next month, offers comprehensive training for high-demand jobs with an average salary of $64,000/year, including job placement support and financial aid options.  7 KPLC

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Tropical Storm Rafael is forecasted to become a hurricane before making landfall in Louisiana, though expected to weaken as it approaches.  Gator 99.5

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Enchanting Lighting of the Historic Sallier Oak

    Experience the wonder of the Historic Sallier Oak illuminated by thousands of fairy lights and elegant chandeliers on a magical evening.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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  • Ecstatic Dance Experience

    Experience creative self-expression through free-form movement and music in a supportive, judgment-free environment at Yoga Y'all.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Communion Sunday Worship Service

    Experience a communal worship service with the option to participate via Facebook Live.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Habibi Shriners Moto XTREME Circus Event

    Experience thrilling stunts and captivating performances at the Moto XTREME Circus hosted by the Habibi Shriners.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Habibi Shriners Moto XTREME Circus

    Experience thrilling motorcycle stunts and circus performances at the Habibi Shriners Moto XTREME Circus held at the Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • 2024 Annual Meeting and Continuing Legal Education Seminar

    Experience 12.5 hours of valuable professional development and continuing legal education at the Annual Meeting and Seminar in Lake Charles, LA.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • The Nutcracker with Lake Area Ballet Theatre

    Experience the enchanting performance of The Nutcracker presented by the Lake Area Ballet Theatre at the Rosa Hart Theatre.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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  • The Nutcracker by Lake Area Ballet Theatre

    Experience the enchanting performance of The Nutcracker, presented by the Lake Area Ballet Theatre at the Rosa Hart Theatre in Lake Charles.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • Lamar University Cardinals vs. McNeese State Cowboys Football Game

    Experience the excitement of college football as the Lamar University Cardinals take on the McNeese State Cowboys at the McNeese State University Football Stadium.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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