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St. Patrick’s Cookoff returns for another round of hot competition
Special to the American Press United Way of Southwest Louisiana and its partners are hosting the third annual ...
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Black Bayou Pontoon Bridge resuming limited vehicle traffic
Special to the American Press Emergency repairs at Calcasieu Lock have been completed. The Black Bayou Pontoon Bridge ...
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Black Heritage Festival a celebration of rich, dynamic culture
Southwest Louisiana is gearing up to celebrate the rich and dynamic African American culture this week as part ...
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Children invited to a Teddy Bear Tea Party
Children are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to Central Library for a Teddy Bear Tea Party ...
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Christmas in March Community Toy Drive this week
Special to the American Press The city of Lake Charles and United Way of Southwest Louisiana are teaming ...
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SW La. school lunch menus March 4-8
The following menus for March 4-8 for area schools have been submitted by supervisors of food services. Menus ...
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On Campus: SW La. students recognized for achievements
McNeese awards scholarships The McNeese State University Black Faculty-Staff Council recently awarded three first-year students the Creating Opportunities ...
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‘Oh, the places we’ll go.’ Read Across America celebrated at Barbe Elementary
Students at Barbe Elementary School were read to all day Friday in recognition of National Read Across America ...
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Home for retired school crossing guard dedicated after collaborative effort
Wilford Miller, 82,known in the Iowa, Louisiana community as a man of faith, retired school crossing guard and ...
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Art clubs foster creativity for young artists
Special to the American Press Children and teens who love to create and construct will have fun opportunities ...
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How to Watch the NBA Today, January 16
The NBA’s five-game card today should provide some fireworks. The contests include the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Oklahoma…
NBA Spread and Total Picks for Today, January 16
The Indiana Pacers versus the Detroit Pistons is one of many compelling options on today’s NBA schedule. Curious…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Thursday, January 16
There are three games featuring a ranked team on Thursday’s college basketball slate. Watch men’s college basketball, other…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Thursday, January 16
Top-25 teams will be in action in three games on Thursday’s college basketball slate. That includes the Gonzaga…
How to Watch Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Games – Thursday, January 16
Top 25 teams will take the court across 10 games on Thursday’s college basketball schedule. That includes the…