Andrea Robinson

Reporter

Andrea was born and raised in the Buckeye State, growing up in Columbus, Ohio. Her love for journalism began in high school for her school's news show. She then followed that passion to Ohio University where she double-majored in communications and journalism.

At Ohio University, she reported, anchored, and produced at her school's station. She also wrote digital news content for WOUB and feature stories for a campus magazine.

Andrea loves helping tell the stories of her community.

Andrea enjoys spending time with her 100-pound dog, Bentley. The pup loves to swim and go to the park with his mom. Andrea and Bentley are quickly adapting to Louisiana.

Recent Articles by Andrea

Storm proofing your home in preparation for hurricane season

While hurricane season doesn’t officially start until June, now is the time to get things ready for the months ahead.

Andrea Robinson

Published 11:46 AM at 11:46 AM

Port of Lake Charles ships rice to conflict-ridden areas of Africa

The port of Lake Charles is moving Louisiana rice to help feed areas of Central Africa that are in need.

Andrea Robinson

Published May 13, 2021 at 9:47 PM

Amendments made to proposal of new I-10 bridge

The Metropolitan Planning Organization voted in favor of amendments made to the proposal of the new I-10 bridge and will present the proposal to DOTD.

Andrea Robinson

Published May 12, 2021 at 8:10 PM

Sen. Cassidy speaks on disaster relief assistance

Sen. Bill Cassidy speaks about federal aid following the president’s visit to southwest Louisiana, during which the mayor of Lake Charles voiced concerns about disaster assistance funding and a lack of federal help.

Andrea Robinson

Published May 11, 2021 at 8:20 PM

The price of lumber is skyrocketing across the country and is affecting home building projects.

Andrea Robinson

Published May 10, 2021 at 10:19 PM

Self-Fish Dreams offers free boat trips for seniors and disabled of SWLA

Self-Fish Dreams, a local non-profit, is making it their mission to provide the opportunity to go aboard a boat for those who may not have access to one.

Andrea Robinson

Published May 5, 2021 at 7:13 PM

Westlake expands city limits in rebuilding Isle of Capri casino

The city of Westlake just got a little bigger. The city council approved an ordinance to expand the city’s boundaries.

Andrea Robinson

Published May 3, 2021 at 6:18 PM

Louisiana State Police are working a fatal accident on La. 383 in Jeff Davis Parish.

Johnathan Manning, Lindsey Thompson and Andrea Robinson

Published May 3, 2021 at 3:22 PM

The Hobo Hotel for Cats hosted a kitten shower Sunday afternoon to gather donations for it’s tenants.

Andrea Robinson

Published May 3, 2021 at 11:11 AM

Lake Charles water customers unhappy with recent water bills

Lake Charles city officials said they anticipate water bills for the month of May to be no longer estimated but be based off meter readings.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 30, 2021 at 7:48 PM

With just two competitions left this season, the McNeese rodeo team is ready to wrap up the year.

Madison Glaser and Andrea Robinson

Published April 29, 2021 at 8:31 PM

Barricade situation: Person found dead in motel room

One person is dead following a standoff at a motel room that shutdown the I-10 bridge for hours Wednesday morning.

Patrick Deaville and Andrea Robinson

Published April 28, 2021 at 1:28 PM

Lake Charles City Hall roof construction begins

City Hall roof construction began Tuesday morning as efforts to rebuild Southwest Louisiana continue.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 27, 2021 at 8:34 PM

School bus driver shortage in Calcasieu Parish

Calcasieu Parish schools are experiencing a bus operator shortage resorting in frequent bus “splits” across the districts.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 26, 2021 at 7:38 PM

Man runs 48 miles in 48 hours for suicide prevention

A Jennings man is spreading awareness by partnering with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for Run to Save Lives.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 23, 2021 at 7:29 PM

Cirque Italia has arrived in Lake Charles and will be performing April 22 through 25 in a tent set up in the Prien Lake Mall parking lot.

Madison Glaser and Andrea Robinson

Published April 22, 2021 at 8:07 PM

Lake Charles woman’s home caught fire, burglarized

Lake Charles woman’s home burglarized after house fire.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 20, 2021 at 8:36 PM

City of Sulphur water filter project out for bids

The City of Sulphur passed a resolution at the city council meeting on Apr. 12, authorizing the city to accept bid on water filters for the Verdine water plant.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 19, 2021 at 7:32 PM

Victim in 5th Avenue shooting was 16-year-old

A shooting at an apartment complex on Fifth Avenue Thursday evening resulted in the death of a teenager, authorities with the Lake Charles Police Department said.

Johnathan Manning and Andrea Robinson

Published April 16, 2021 at 7:09 PM

MADD recognizes local law enforcement drunk driving efforts

Mothers Against Drunk Driving awarded certificates to law enforcement officers that have gone above and beyond in the number of DWI’s they’ve cited last year.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 14, 2021 at 8:02 PM

Lake Charles woman brings hurricane recovery awareness on TikTok

A local woman’s TikTok videos have gone viral after she’s posted about her experience living in Lake Charles after the hurricanes.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 13, 2021 at 8:15 PM

Bull shark pups crowd Southwest Louisiana coast

While it’s not unusual to reel in a bull shark along the Gulf Coast in Louisiana, anglers are reporting landing an incredible number of the sharks at Rutherford Beach.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 12, 2021 at 8:46 PM

The Louisiana Railroad Days Festival makes a comeback as one of the first community celebrations since the pandemic began.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 9, 2021 at 8:26 PM

After a very unusual year, the parks and recreational services in Westlake are on their way back to ‘normal’ for the summer.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 8, 2021 at 7:42 PM

More efforts to help SWLA community needs

United Way of Southwest Louisiana, Kiwanis Club of Lake Charles and the Houston Humane Society came together to put on a grocery distribution for the Lake Area Wednesday afternoon.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 7, 2021 at 7:37 PM

Local pageant title holders joined together to raise money for their organizations and scholarship funds.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 2, 2021 at 8:34 PM

Governor John Bel Edwards paid a visit to Lake Charles Thursday afternoon for a groundbreaking, but he also addressed the high volume of coronavirus cases in Southwest Louisiana and the low vaccination rate.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 1, 2021 at 8:25 PM

Gov. Edwards attends Imperial Pointe groundbreaking

Local leaders, including Gov. Edwards attended the groundbreaking ceremony for The Villages of Imperial Pointe, the new development that brings more housing into Southwest Louisiana. Housing is a problem the governor said has only gotten worse since the storms.

Andrea Robinson

Published April 1, 2021 at 7:59 PM

Walmart donates $20,000 to DeWanna’s Community Closet

Walmart Inc. donated a $20,000 grant to DeWanna’s Community Closet and presented the check on Wednesday.

Andrea Robinson

Published March 31, 2021 at 6:58 PM

Lieutenant Governor works to revive Louisiana tourism

Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nunguesser spoke at the Louisiana Travel Association CEO Forum hosed at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles on Tuesday to talk about reviving the tourism industry through expansion of projects like the Sunshine Plan.

Andrea Robinson

Published March 30, 2021 at 7:35 PM

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