Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:47 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:47:14 GMT
We are thrilled to share an update on a Sulphur teen with a rare disease that we introduced you to in March.Brother and sister, Sam and Sydni Dupre, have Friedreich's Ataxia. This is a disease threateningMore >>
Sam Dupre of Sulphur had the Lake Charles Civic Center crowd on its feet as he moved his wheelchair aside and walked across the stage to receive his diploma.More >>
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A 42-year-old DeQuincy man is facing dozens of stalking-related charges after officials allege he followed the Glenmora-area victim throughout Rapides Parish.More >>
A 42-year-old DeQuincy man is facing dozens of stalking-related charges after officials allege he followed the Glenmora-area victim throughout Rapides Parish.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:30 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:30:29 GMT
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The Cameron Parish School Board is searching to offset nearly $4 million after voters decided not to renew to tax propositions earlier this month. As KPLC's Lee Peck reports, while they're set to give it another try, they'll have to find a way to cut costs in the meantime.More >>
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LAKE CHARLES, LA (KPLC) -
Black History Month wrapped up on Thursday, the last day of February.
Students at one Lake Charles elementary school celebrated.
Students at John J. Johnson Elementary School on Thursday afternoon celebrated with arts, music and more.
Students put on skits, performed songs and even showed off their best dance moves to honor the contributions of African Americans.
They invited their family members to enjoy the event.
The school also honored local African American leaders Judith Washington and Rodney Geyen.
Also on Thursday, students at Washington-Marion High School celebrated the history and culture with a host of activities including song, dance, poetry and skits.
This year's theme was "We Are Because They Were."
The festivities also included Rusty Metoyer and the Zydeco Crush. The school's band also performed.
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