Cameron
LATEST NEWS
Lake Charles events round-up - June 6, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - We have a list of family-friendly events this weekend happening across Calcasieu Parish. For a complete list of area events, you can visit www.visitlakecharles.org. You can also submit an event to Visit Lake Charles HERE. FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES. PRICE: Free. WHO: Event by...
ADOPT A PET — Terrier Fred loves peanut butter bacon treats
Meet Fred. He’s a 6-year-old terrier who just lost his human. He is a sweet boy who knows how to walk on a leash and LOVES peanut butter bacon treats. Fred’s big brother, Shelby, was adopted from the shelter this week, leaving poor Fred all alone. Consider adopting this sweet boy. Just look at that cute face. […] The post ADOPT A PET — Terrier Fred loves peanut butter bacon treats appeared first on Orange Leader.
Farmer Appreciation Day fun planned in Bridge City; see the details
BRIDGE CITY — Farmers market fun is coming up in Orange County. Farmer Appreciation Day is planned from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Bridge City Farmer’s Market. The fun takes place at 101 Parkside Drive. The event is free and features more than 25 local vendors and a mobile dairy, with live milking demonstrations […] The post Farmer Appreciation Day fun planned in Bridge City; see the details appeared first on Orange Leader.
Calcasieu ‘Reality Check’ program enhancing the lives of teens
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A recent study found three in five parents feel their teen is not ready for adulthood. Leaders in Southwest Louisiana are hosting a program to make sure Lake Area students are prepared. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is holding its yearly summer “Reality Check” program...
Sheriff: Body found near road a hit-and-run victim
A body discovered Thursday afternoon near the intersection of Goodman Road and Opelousas Street was a hit-and-run victim. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Kayla Vincent said the man has been identified as Larry J. Bushnell, 64, of Lake Charles. She said during the investigation, deputies located numerous car parts at the scene and believe the […]
PHOTOS — Orange Public Library hosts breakfast connection
Orange Public Library helped pack in a crowd Thursday morning as community members gathered for networking and more. The City of Orange was the host this month for the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Connection. The fun and refreshments began at 7:30 a.m. — Randy Strong The post PHOTOS — Orange Public Library hosts breakfast connection appeared first on Orange Leader.
Annual Mass held to thwart hurricanes
CREOLE, La. (KPLC) - With hurricane season starting tomorrow, the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Life Center held an annual mass to avert the storms. It’s a Mass that’s taken place for years at the opening of hurricane season to invoke the intercession of Our Lady Star Of The Sea.
City of Orange holding open briefing, discussion regarding code adoption
The City of Orange Planning and Zoning Department is holding an open briefing and discussion regarding the proposed code adoption. The meeting is planned Thursday (June 6) from 9 to 10 a.m. Public information meetings are held in the Community Conference Room at the Neighborhood Facility Building, located at 303 N. 8th Street. For more […] The post City of Orange holding open briefing, discussion regarding code adoption appeared first on Orange Leader.
‘Streamlined, flexible, transparent’ ITEP process is in the works
The state is working to make its Industrial Tax Exempt Program (ITEP) program more attractive by streamlining the process, shortening the timeline between application and final decision. ITEP is the incentive program for new industries that make qualifying investments. It offers a significant break on property taxes for the first five or 10 years. So […]
Calcasieu School Board to hold job fairs at LaGrange and Sulphur High Schools
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Parish School Board will be holding a two-day job fair this week, serving both sides of the river. We spoke with Chief Operating Officer Robert Barrentine this morning to get the details. The event will allow job seekers to learn about current openings...
Public input sought on natural gas project in Cameron and Calcasieu
HACKBERRY, La. (KPLC) - Public input is needed on the construction of a natural gas facility and pipeline in Southwest Louisiana. Black Bayou Gas Storage will host a public meeting Tuesday about plans to construct a natural gas dome storage project and pipelines in Cameron and Calcasieu parishes. The meeting...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.