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Saturday, December 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Calcasieu Parish in Louisiana is hosting numerous family-friendly events this weekend, including Christmas concerts, parades, and a 5K Jingle Bell Jog, with activities intended to spread holiday cheer across the community. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Calcasieu Correctional Center's booking report for December 12, 2024, includes various charges ranging from traffic violations to serious criminal offenses. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Lake Charles police seek public assistance to identify a suspect involved in forgery, bank fraud, and theft exceeding $25,000. 7 KPLC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Target and other major retailers in Louisiana implement a new policy to reject damaged U.S. currency bills in an effort to enhance security and streamline currency circulation. Gator 99.5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McNeese State University awarded degrees to 542 graduates from diverse locations during its 163rd commencement ceremonies. The American Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the first human case of H5N1, advising the public on low risk but offering safety guidelines for those in contact with birds. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high schools competed in basketball and soccer games, with scores revealing wins and losses for various teams. The American Press
- ➤ Barbe High School's basketball team secures a 55-44 victory over Iowa High School by establishing an early lead in a game between two top 10 teams. The American Press
- ➤ The Cowgirls aim to enhance their performance with Paris Guillory's return as they face a challenging game against Oklahoma State before entering Southland Conference play. The American Press
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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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Lake Charles Boat, Sport & RV Show
The event showcases a wide variety of boats, RVs, and outdoor recreational gear at one of the Gulf Coast's largest shows, featuring over 100,000 sq. ft. of exhibits.
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