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School Board approves supplement payments for teachers, support staff

The Calcasieu Parish School Board approved the sales tax supplement for teachers and support staff at the monthly meeting on Tuesday. Each year, CPSB divides ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Thursday, October 10, 2024 8:07 am

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Harris says DeRidder mayoral campaign built on transparency, integrity, honesty

Local pastor Michael Harris is committing to a vow of public service by running in the DeRidder mayoral race. He interviewed with the American Press ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Friday, October 4, 2024 11:59 am

Teacher of the Week

Tylar Gotreaux: My students are loved and have a place in my classroom

Sixth-grade math teacher Tylar Gotreaux, 26, strives to make math fun and accessible for her students. She was born and raised in Longville and was ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Friday, October 4, 2024 5:40 am

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BREAKING: Former DeRidder mayor indicted

Former DeRidder Mayor Misty Roberts Clanton, 42, was indicted on Tuesday afternoon. Clanton was arrested on Aug. 1. The Louisiana State Police began investigating her ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Wednesday, October 2, 2024 2:44 pm

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Mardi Gras Museum breaks ground in heart of Nellie Lutcher Cultural District

Officials broke ground on Lake Charles’ “dream come true” on Tuesday. The Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu, to be located at 641 Enterprise Boulevard, will be the ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 4:09 pm

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VIDEO: Mardi Gras Museum groundbreaking

The Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu, to be located at 641 Enterprise Boulevard, is expected be the historical and cultural heartbeat of the Nellie ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 4:05 pm

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Pumpkin spice and everything nice can be found here locally

Need a pumpkin spice fix? Here are some of Southwest Louisiana’s coziest coffee shops. Twanie’s Terrific Treats For when you need coffee, fresh baked goods ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 10:45 am

Louisiana Board of Regents

La. higher education leaders discuss possible budget cuts

Some of Louisiana’s higher education leaders addressed the Louisiana Board of Regents recently about the potential negative impacts of projected budget cuts to the state’s ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 8:37 am

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Fire & Light: LC Symphony concerts to highlight importance of constant evolution

The Lake Charles Symphony is celebrating the spirit of enflames reinvention with their 67th season, “Fire & Light.” With new leadership in Music Director and ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Sunday, September 29, 2024 11:10 am

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State superintendent: La. education system moving ‘in right direction’

Louisiana’s education rankings have improved over the past few years, recently peaking at 40th in education on the U.S. News World and Report rankings. State ... Read more

by Emily Burleigh, Friday, September 27, 2024 10:14 pm

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