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Lake Charles
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The West Prien Lake Road widening project advances to a new phase, redirecting traffic to northbound only from Cove Lane to south of Henderson Bayou Road, with completion expected by March 31. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 20-year-old man in Lake Charles was arrested for manslaughter after accidentally discharging a firearm, resulting in the death of a 66-year-old woman in her home. 7 KPLC
- ➤ A home in Lake Charles was hit by gunfire following a dispute, with no injuries or arrests reported. 7 KPLC
- ➤ The Calcasieu Correctional Center's booking report for December 2, 2024, includes arrests for charges ranging from DWI to possession of a Schedule I drug. 7 KPLC
- ➤ The FBI is cautioning Louisiana residents about two holiday scams involving romance and ransomware attacks, urging vigilance during the shopping season. Gator 99.5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Shark Tank-featured Cousins Maine Lobster, known for its rapid expansion to 60 locations nationwide, will visit Lake Charles on December 11, 2024. Gator 99.5
- ➤ The Hot Tub & Swim Spa Blowout Expo in Lake Charles offers significant discounts on hot tubs, saunas, and swim spas from December 6-8, 2024, providing a chance to enhance wellness and relaxation at home. Gator 99.5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Matt Viator returns to McNeese as head football coach after a 9-year gap, welcomed by past players and coaches, aiming to surpass the school's win record. The American Press
- ➤ The Iowa Yellow Jackets and Leesville Wampus Cats advance to the 2024 Football Semifinals in Louisiana, with a detailed schedule provided for all divisions. Gator 99.5
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Candlelight Concert at Southlake Theater
Experience an enchanting evening filled with beautiful music in a candlelit setting at Southlake Theater.
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Santa's Hot Chocolate Run: A Festive 3.1-Mile Adventure
Experience a joyful 3.1-mile run through downtown Lake Charles, complete with festive activities, hot chocolate, and a vibrant community spirit.
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Mark Chesnutt Concert
Mark Chesnutt, an acclaimed figure in Country music, will perform live at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles.
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Lake Charles Symphony Holiday Pops Concert
The Lake Charles Symphony will host a festive Holiday Pops concert featuring seasonal music and performances at the Rosa Hart Theatre.
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Eli Young Band Concert
The Eli Young Band, a popular country music group with multiple GRAMMY nominations, is set to perform at the Rosa Hart Theatre in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
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Hamilton Loomis Live at Panorama Music House
Multi-award winning Texas blues artist Hamilton Loomis will perform live at the Panorama Music House.
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New Orleans Privateers vs McNeese State Cowboys Men's Basketball
The New Orleans Privateers will face off against the McNeese State Cowboys in this NCAA Men's Basketball matchup at McNeese State University.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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