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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
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Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana restaurants begin serving hot-boiled crawfish earlier this season, reflecting a strong rebound from previous weather-related challenges in crawfish farming. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Santa Claus joined forces with Omega Psi Phi fraternity to distribute new toys and bikes to children in North Lake Charles, Louisiana, supported by local organizations and community members. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Southwest Louisiana community comes together for the Holiday Helping Hands Christmas Dinner, offering free meals and gifts to all in need on Christmas Day. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Michael Boyer is hosting his 5th annual toy drive with more than $58,000 raised, featuring a Christmas Eve giveaway with a police escort through Lake Charles, Louisiana, benefiting local children. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Lake Area Adventures is offering a special event where children can meet Santa Claus and enjoy a movie night in pajamas, aiming to create lasting holiday memories for families. 7 KPLC
- ➤ The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury highlights the availability of financial assistance for electricity and gas bills through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LiHEAP) for qualified residents. 7 KPLC
- ➤ NICU patients at CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital in Southwest Louisiana celebrated Christmas dressed in festive attire, bringing joy to their families and hospital staff. 7 KPLC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marcel Dugar's 10-year sentence for the kidnapping of an 8-month-old in 2020 is upheld by the court, dismissing his appeal as meritless. The American Press
- ➤ A Louisiana man was cited for hunting a deer during illegal hours in Cameron Parish, facing fines and possible jail time, with the deer meat donated to charity. 7 KPLC
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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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Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Stand-Up Comedy Show
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, an accomplished actress and comedian known for her work on MADtv, will be performing at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino.
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