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Water district theft

UPDATE: Allegations of theft investigated at water district

The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft at Water Works No. 8 of Wards 3 and 8 (LeBleu Settlement/Iowa area) and will submit ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Friday, September 13, 2024 4:35 am

Tropical Storm Francine

Shelves go bare ahead of Tropical Storm Francine’s arrival

Navigating the parking lot of the Walmart Lake Charles Neighborhood Market was a bit treacherous, but once inside, shoppers were able to find what they ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 3:14 pm

Tropical Storm Francine

Central La. coastline expected to feel tropical storm-force winds Wednesday morning

The Hurricane Weather Service had a more favorable weather report for parts of Southwest Louisiana Tuesday morning. National Weather Service Lake Charles Storm Warning Meteorologist ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 11:57 am

Local News

Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron and McNeese State announce schools closures at storm approaches

Beauregard and Calcasieu Parish Schools and McNeese State University announced all schools and facilities will be closed Tuesday, Sept. 10 and Wednesday, Sept. 11 in ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Monday, September 9, 2024 1:24 pm

Local News

Francine eying Central Louisiana, but entire state watching

Expect excessive rainfall, flooding and storm surge along the Central Louisiana Coastline on Wednesday.  Based on the latest storm model Tropical Storm Francine is expected ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Monday, September 9, 2024 12:31 pm

#labi

Tarver, Farnum all-star legislators in LABI’s book

The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry released its annual scorecard Thursday. State representatives Phillip Tarver, District 36, and Les Farnum, District 33, received high ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Saturday, September 7, 2024 3:50 pm

Fall Preview

Return of the roar: ‘Lion King Jr.’ returns to stage

The Westllake High School Theatre’s production of “Disney’s The Lion King, Jr.” doesn’t open until Thursday, Nov. 21, but there’s no reason not to adopt ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Saturday, September 7, 2024 7:29 am

Sulphur water

Sulphur mayor: Water conservation requests normal this time of year

Dry conditions, hot temps, increased water usage and aging pipes contribute to increased water leaks to systems across the nation, and it’s happening in Sulphur ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Wednesday, September 4, 2024 11:03 am

Fortified roof

Grants for fortified roofs will be awarded to some La. residents

More money is available from the state for homeowners in 20 parishes hoping to “win” $10,000 for a fortified roof. Calcasieu and Cameron parishes are ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, September 3, 2024 8:49 am

salvation army

Salvation Army leading charge in fight against poverty

The Salvation Army is looking for boots on the ground, a staging site and meals in its battle against poverty, addiction, spiritual and economic hardship. ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Sunday, September 1, 2024 7:53 am

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