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Cook of the Week

Hurricane or not, Karen Merrill is prepared to whip out a meal

 About 12 years ago, Karen Merrill went from banker to baker, and she’s never looked back. “At that time, if you’d given me a sack ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Wednesday, September 14, 2022 5:51 am

Fall Arts Preview

Chaos Theory exhibit: Aliens, arts and culture, oh my

This is not your typical art show, but then again anyone who has visited any one of the dozen or so previous “Chaos Theory” exhibits ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, September 13, 2022 11:18 am

business

New Care Center striving for home-like feel

The newest skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Lake Charles is designed, managed and operated differently than what some folks might picture in their minds ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, September 13, 2022 11:00 am

Fall Arts Preview

City of Sulphur event is Christmas at its merriest

Christmas Under the Oaks celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The city of Sulphur’s premiere holiday event combines shopping from local retail, crafting and nonprofit ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, September 13, 2022 10:15 am

economy

Sports betting has brought in $1.4 billion since January

To date, $1.4 billion has been wagered in sports betting, making the state a winner. At the Thursday West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce luncheon, Ronnie ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Sunday, September 11, 2022 5:06 pm

sunday talk

Broadband internet funding helping close Louisiana’s digital divide

Louisiana came out on top.  It was the first state to receive broadband funding from the Infrastructure and Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) passed into ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Sunday, September 11, 2022 3:36 pm

Faith & Family

Lena McArthur: Only God can use the tragedies of our lives for good

Lena McArthur exudes professionalism, warmth and success. In 2014, she started her job with the West Cal Chamber of Commerce as executive director. Few would ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Saturday, September 10, 2022 8:28 am

Meet Your Neighbor

Hoops for a cause: Man on mission to collect socks, underwear for homeless

When Gerald Victor was a teen, his plan was to become a minister. The plan took a turn after his parents split. His mother took ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Friday, September 9, 2022 6:47 am

Cook of the Week

Geeta Pentakota’s food truck serves up fusion of flavors, styles

Geeta Pentakota has always enjoyed cooking. After her husband shared some of her food with co-workers, they asked him, “Couldn’t you just bring us plates? ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Friday, September 9, 2022 5:36 am

local

Local woman credits app for quick response after accident

Pamela Dennis credits an app, the quick response of local law enforcement and a prayer for her rescue when her car left the road and ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Saturday, September 3, 2022 7:49 pm

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