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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.
Yet another round of thunderstorms expected this afternoon
A persistent pattern is expected to bring yet another thunderstorm complex into the region this afternoon and into the evening hours. The National Weather Service Lake Charles Office said there is a marginal to slight risk for excessive rainfall that could lead to flooding — mainly along and north of Interstate 10. The agency said […]
DeQuincy woman dies after multi-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 1
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A woman from DeQuincy died in a multi-vehicle crash in North Caddo, according to the Caddo Parish Coroner. The crash happened around 5:15 p.m. in the 6000 block of LA Highway 1, fatally injuring 65-year-old Donna Nelson. According to the coroner, the crash occurred...
SWLA Arrest Report - June 4, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for June 4, 2024. Holly E. Hays, 30, Streator, IL: Pedestrians on highways; resisting an officer by refusal to I.D.; possession of a Schedule I drug; possession of a Schedule II drug; possession of drug paraphernalia; out-of-state detainer. Michael...
Public meetings scheduled for SWLA coastal project
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana is hosting public meetings on the Southwest Coastal Louisiana Project. The purpose of the Southwest Coastal Project is to implement localized storm surge risk reduction features to reduce hurricane storm...
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...
Concern mounting over proposed pipeline that would end in Calcasieu Parish
VINTON, La. (KPLC) - Opposition is already mounting to a proposed pipeline almost 700 miles long that would run from West Texas to the Moss Bluff area. Right now the pipeline is in what’s called the pre-filing stage, when companies are getting ready to submit applications to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Arrest made in LaGrange Street shooting
A 21-year-old Lake Charles man has been charged in a May 27 shooting in the 500 block of W. LaGrange Street. Lake Charles Police Deputy Chief Kevin Kirkum said Jaydyn Matthew Bennett is accused of shooting at his girlfriend multiple times during a verbal argument. She was not injured. Kirkum said at least one round […]
Authorities searching for suspect in hit-and-run that killed Lake Charles man
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect after determining that a man found dead in the area of Goodman Road and Opelousas Street was the victim of a hit-and-run. Spokeswoman Kayla Vincent says deputies located numerous car parts at the scene...
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.
Transportation department outlines I-10 lane closures, Golden Triangle Polymers heavy haul closures
Orange County motorists can expect nightly closures on the right lane of Interstate 10 eastbound from Simmons Drive to the Sabine River Bridge. They are planned Thursday and Friday, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Contractors are working in the area beginning at 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. Expect delays. Also in Orange County, Golden […] The post Transportation department outlines I-10 lane closures, Golden Triangle Polymers heavy haul closures appeared first on Orange Leader.
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.
DeQuincy woman dies after multi-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 1
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A woman from DeQuincy died in a multi-vehicle crash in North Caddo, according to the Caddo Parish Coroner. The crash happened around 5:15 p.m. in the 6000 block of LA Highway 1, fatally injuring 65-year-old Donna Nelson. According to the coroner, the crash occurred...
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