SWLA News

10:30 p.m. -- Well, folks, while there are still a few precincts outstanding, there aren't enough to change any outcomes at this point, so we're calling it.  Charles Boustany and Jeff Landry will head to a December runoff in the 3rd U.S. Congressional District, while John Fleming will be the next U.S. representative for the 4th District.  Check out how all the other local races in Southwest Louisiana turned out for 2012.

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You know what they say, "If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything."  Don't worry about the polls, don't think your vote doesn't matter.....because it does. 

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Join The Peoples Station 107 Jamz as we collect shoes for those in need this Fall.  We are teaming up with blackcelebritygiving.com by joining the cause of to collect 20,000 pairs of shoes or more for "The Sole Drive".  Christmas is just a couple of weeks away and if you've been struggling with gift ideas.....we've got one for you!

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We are the number two unhealthiest state, are you one of the helpers making this possible?

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If you're wondering what time Halloween is being observed in Southwest Louisiana, here's a quick list of close places to get your candy and treat fix.

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Early voting in Calcasieu Parish is now officially over, which means if you missed it, you'd better make sure to hit the polls between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 6.  But if early voting is any indication of what Election Day will look like, the turnout at the polls may be pretty strong.

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Former LSU Quarterback Jordan Jefferson has been ordered to report to jail by 2:00 p.m. Tuesday by District Judge Chip Moore.  The Judge ordered Jefferson to jail after he was arrested on drug charges last week with dismissed LSU player Tyrann Mathieu.

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Despite what has been a very heavily contentious campaign across South Louisiana, sitting Republican congressmen Charles Boustany and Jeff Landry have not yet faced off in a debate for the 3rd Congressional District seat. That will  change Wednesday night as Cajun Radio 1470/1290 AM teams up with Lafayette's news radio KPEL 96.5 FM to bring a live one-hour debate in which all the questions are provided by you, our listeners.

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What has happened to the Honey Badger?  First, he gets kicked of the LSU Football team then it was reported he was going to transfer to McNeese.  Then instead, Tyrann Mathieu entered a drug rehab in Houston and once he left there he registered back at LSU in the hopes of getting himself straight and possibly play for the Tigers next season.

Well that is not going happen now. Tyrann Mathieu along with last years LSU quarterback Jordan Jefferson and two others were arrested on drugs charges last night.

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Jerri Hamachek's from Moody Gardens stopped by the station this morning with giveaways and details about this years Festival of Lights. 

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It's homecoming week for the McNeese Cowboys which means a lot of events are going on.  Tonight is the annual McNeese Cowboys Homecoming parade in Lake Charles complete with Marching Bands,Cheerleaders and football team throwing stuff out to fans down the parade route.

Here is the info for parade route and pep rally.

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November is one fine month to be outdoors in Southwest Louisiana, and you'll have the chance to enjoy it while also raising money to help fight heart disease during the American Heart Association's Heart Walk.  On November 10, the Heart Walk will take over McNeese State University's Quad, and you can help be a part of it.

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