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Community meeting focuses on fentanyl problem
The Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office hosted a community meeting about the fentanyl epidemic on Friday in recognition of National Fentanyl Awareness Day. The meeting was held so that community members could learn more about the community resources for addiction recovery and rehabilitation, and how the DA’s office handles fentanyl cases. District Attorney Stephen Dwight, […]
Bridge City High School's new CTE building expected to be finished by January 2025
BEAUMONT, Texas — Thanks to a 2022 bond, Bridge City High School is working to bridge the gap between graduation and entering the workforce. Back in 2022 voters in the district passed a school bond that included a $14.7 million career and technology education building. "It's just a real...
Police chase ends in Sulphur along Beglis Parkway
SULPHUR, La. (KPLC) - A police chase that ended in a vehicle crashing in the Sulphur area caused some traffic along Highway 90 and Beglis Parkway this morning. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office says the chase was due to a stolen vehicle out of Texas that was spotted in a parking lot. Deputies say they initiated a pursuit when the vehicle took off but made the decision to end the chase. They say Sulphur Police later picked back up the pursuit.
Crack cocaine sales in Orange lead to search and arrest on Wednesday
Crack cocaine sales in Orange led to a search and arrest this week, authorities said. The Orange Police Department Narcotics Division announced it executed a search warrant Wednesday in the 300 block of Knox Avenue. The search follows an investigation into the illegal distribution of crack cocaine within the City of Orange, according to Sgt. […] The post Crack cocaine sales in Orange lead to search and arrest on Wednesday appeared first on Orange Leader.
Severe weather threat shared for Thursday night into Friday morning
Severe weather is possible Thursday night into Friday morning as a cold front moves through the region, according to weather watchers. The National Weather Service in Lake Charles, La., said damaging wind is the highest threat, but large hail and tornadoes are also possible. In addition to this, there is a risk of flash flooding. […] The post Severe weather threat shared for Thursday night into Friday morning appeared first on Orange Leader.
Book it to the Park promotes fun and literacy
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The City of Lake Charles has teamed up with Calcasieu Parish Libraries Saturday to bring the community the program, “Book it to the Park.”. Guests enjoyed a variety of activities, including getting library cards, going on a train ride and eating popcorn. An employee...
ADOPT A PET — Beautiful German Shepherd mix Katniss ready for YOU
WEST ORANGE — Katniss is a beautiful German Shepherd mix, who is waiting for her furever family. She is sweet, smart and knows how to walk on a leash. Katniss must be part Italian, because she absolutely loves pupperoni treats, and she will sit like a lady for you, if you offer her one. Please consider […] The post ADOPT A PET — Beautiful German Shepherd mix Katniss ready for YOU appeared first on Orange Leader.
West Orange-Cove CISD prepares for districtwide upgrades following $72 million bond
ORANGE, Texas — West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District administrators are moving forward after voters passed a $72 million bond earlier this month. The bond will allow for upgrades including a new North Early Learning Center to be built behind West Orange-Stark Elementary. "Building a new North is going...
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