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News from January 2024

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Higgins Advocates for Crawfish Drought and Freeze Relief

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 31, 2024

Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has called for relief for Louisiana's crawfish industry following a severe drought in 2023 and a recent freeze that has devastated production. In a letter addressed to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack, Congressman Higgins highlighted the significant impact of these natural disasters on the state's crawfish industry.According to the letter, the 2023 drought led to a drastic decrease in crawfish production across approximately 45,000 acres of ponds. This already dire situation was further compounded by a...

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City of Lake Charles Announces Third Annual Children's Mardi Gras Stroll

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 31, 2024

The City of Lake Charles is excited to announce the return of the Children's Mardi Gras Stroll on Saturday, February 10, 2024. This walking parade, specifically designed for children ages 3-12, will kick off at 10:30 a.m. from the LCB Cougar Stadium Parking Lot.According to city officials, the Children's Mardi Gras Stroll, which first debuted in 2022, has become a beloved tradition for young revelers. Children are encouraged to participate by decorating their Mardi Gras umbrellas and showcasing their Mardi Gras spirit."Children are the heart and soul of Mardi Gras, and...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Calcasieu Parish in week ending Jan. 27?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 31, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Higgins Announces $9.1M in Hurricane Recovery Efforts

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 31, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be providing an additional $9,172,281.58 in federal grants for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. This funding is being made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura, which Congressman Higgins actively supported.Among the allocations, $2,666,025.00 will be awarded to the Calcasieu Parish Wide Emergency Generators for the purchase of 18 permanent industrial emergency generators. This reimbursement is made at a...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jefferson Davis Parish in week ending Jan. 27?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Davis Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending Jan. 27

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Mardi Gras Activities 2024

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The KPC Parade scheduled for Saturday, February 3, 2024, has been cancelled due to the threat of inclement weather. The decision was made in the interest of public safety, as the organizers deemed it necessary to prioritize the well-being of all participants and spectators.In light of this cancellation, the Mardi Gras Mask Making Workshop, originally planned to take place during the parade, has been relocated. It will now be held inside Historic City Hall's Third-Floor Gallery Space, located at 1001 Ryan Street. This change in venue ensures that participants can still...

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Higgins Issues Statement on Approval of the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge Project

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

In response to the Louisiana Legislature's Joint Transportation Committee vote to advance Governor Landry's proposal for the replacement of the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge, Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued a statement expressing his support for the project. He commended Governor Landry for his efforts to renegotiate the P3 proposal and secure a better deal for Louisiana's citizenry."Today's vote marks a significant milestone for our efforts to replace the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge," Congressman Higgins stated. "We are moving forward to construct a new bridge in...

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CJ Felder, former Sumter High School standout, played on Monday, January 29 in NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The McNeese State Cowboys won 89-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Northwestern State Demons on Monday, January 29.

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On Monday, January 29, Brewster Academy standout Javohn Garcia competed in NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The game took place in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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On Monday, January 29, Bartlett High School standout Antavion Collum competed in NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The game took place in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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Cypress Creek High School standout DJ Richards Jr.’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Monday, January 29

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The McNeese State Cowboys won 89-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Northwestern State Demons on Monday, January 29.

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Justin F. Kimball High School standout T'Johnn Brown’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Monday, January 29

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The game took place in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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Cameron Jones, former Whitehaven High School standout, played on Monday, January 29 in NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The McNeese State Cowboys won 89-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Northwestern State Demons on Monday, January 29.

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Bloom Trail High School standout Christian Shumate’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Monday, January 29

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The McNeese State Cowboys won 89-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Northwestern State Demons on Monday, January 29.

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On Monday, January 29, former The Walker School standout Omar Cooper’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The game took place in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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St. Michael the Archangel High School standout Wesley Fields’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Monday, January 29

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The game took place in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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On Monday, January 29, Wasatch Academy standout Mike Saunders Jr. competed in NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The game took place in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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On Monday, January 29, former Tascosa High School standout Shahada Wells’ college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The McNeese State Cowboys won 89-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Northwestern State Demons on Monday, January 29.

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Nasir Mann, former The Villages High School standout, played on Monday, January 29 in NCAA D1 game

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2024

The McNeese State Cowboys won 89-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Northwestern State Demons on Monday, January 29.