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Walking the line: A safer, more walkable Lake Charles starts here
To begin making Lake Charles more walkable, the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana called in the big guns. ... Read more
Author: Emily Burleigh | American Press
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Graduation times two: DeQuincy student earns high school, college degrees same year
DeQuincy High School student Alli Richard will grace two graduation stages this May. She is graduating from DeQuincy ... Read more
Teacher of Week
Matthew Jones: Favorite part of teaching is watching students become successful adults
After 22 years as a music educator, Singer High School Teacher of the Year Matthew Jones transitioned into ... Read more
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Westlake police chief: Officers’ support, dedication doesn’t go unnoticed
Local law enforcement agencies have held memorial events to observe National Police Week since it began on Sunday. ... Read more
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School Board approves ITEP for Lotte Chemical
The Calcasieu Parish School Board approved an Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) application for Lotte Chemical on Tuesday. ... Read more
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Utility rate increases approved in Sulphur
Several utility rate increases and other fiscal ordinances that faced public opposition at April’s regular meeting were approved ... Read more
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Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy celebrates Louisiana Day
A little unexpected rain didn’t stop Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy (SWLCA) from celebrating the end of the school ... Read more
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Audit: Lake Charles’ net position up by $38M
The city of Lake Charles’ net position increased by $38 million during the 2024 fiscal year. The city’s ... Read more
Teacher of Week
Sanchez passing on spark of curiosity to his students
When David Sanchez walks into his classroom at Singer High School, he’s not just teaching business or robotics ... Read more
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Leesville’s Allen third Louisiana mayor hit by controversy
Leesville Mayor Rick Allen has faced public scrutiny since the news of a 2020 lawsuit settlement broke in ... Read more