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Former Barbe Buc Janzen Jackson Dismissed From Tennessee
Former Barbe Bus football player Janzen Jackson was dismissed from the University of Tennessee’s football program. Janzen who is a junior at the school was released from the football program earlier today.
New Orleans Turns 293 Today
World Famous New Orleans known for Mardi Gras, The Saints, and Bourbon Street was founded on this day in 1718. I wonder if the first street paved was Bourbon Street and i wonder what kind of bar was on it??
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1718 – New Orleans is founded by French settlers and named after the Duke of Orleans (More info)
1768 – James Co
W.W. Lewis in Sulphur Closed Due to Power Outage; Parents Asked to Go Get Kids
We have been notified that W.W. Lewis Middle School in Sulphur has been closed today due to a power outage. Parents are encouraged to go pick their kids as soon as they can. It is unknown if the school will re-open tomorrow. We will update you on if the school will be open tomorrow...
McNeese Hosts Annual "Cowboy Night" Tonight
The football season is getting closer, and tonight at Cowboy Stadium you can go check out the 2011 McNeese football team.
Burton Coliseum Getting Facelift
Can you believe that the Burton Coliseum is 35 years old already? Well it is, and now its time for it to get an update.
The Burton is home to festivals, McNeese Basketball games, rodeos, graduations and many other events, so it probably is time to get the facility a new look.
Lake Charles Police Officer arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
The following is a statement from the Louisiana State Police:
This afternoon, investigators with the Lake Charles field office of the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations, the Lake Charles City Police, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations conducted a search warrant at the residence of 35-year-old Benjamin Wild of Lake Charles. The warrant was the result of an Operation Child Watch
McNeese Cowboys Ranked No. 13 In Nation In Pre-Season Poll
It’s in the air! Football is on its way! The McNeese Cowboys Football team have already been picked by the Southland coaches to win the Conference and now they have been ranked 13th in the country in the FCS.
Sheriff Mancuso Advises Parents on Water Safety for Kids
When the weather warms up, everyone turns to beaches, pools and lakes to beat the Louisiana heat. But water can also be a dangerous place for children. Nearly 1,000 kids die each year due to drowning, and for people between the ages of 5 and 24, drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death.
Sheriff Mancuso Warns Citizens to Exercise Caution with Fireworks this July 4th Holiday
The Fourth of July holiday is upon us and Sheriff Tony Mancuso has issued some tips for safety for your 4th of July celebration in Calcasieu Parish.
DWI Checkpoint Scheduled in Calcasieu Parish Friday
With the 4th of July weekend coming up, the Louisiana State Police has issued a statement talking about DWI Checkpoints that will occur this weekend. The following is a statement from the LSP:
LSU Football Ranked No. 3 by ‘Blue Ribbon’
I don’t know about yall but i am itching for Football already and some LSU football in particular. The Blue Ribbon Publication just releases its preseason top 25 and and LSU received a high ranking.
Swashbucklers & Stallions In Playoff Action Tonight
The Louisiana Swashbucklers are headed west down I-10 to Houston for tonight’s match up with the Houston Stallions in the SIFL playoffs. The Swashbucklers will be looking to upset undefeated Houston to advance to the Championship game in July.