Angelica Butine
News Reporter
Angelica grew up in a small town right outside of Auburn, Alabama. Her love for broadcasting and entertainment started in high school when she joined her school news team. After graduation Angelica expanded her knowledge at Southern Union State Community College where she was awarded a performing Arts Scholarship for Theatre. She then transferred to Jacksonville State University to pursue a degree in Broadcast Communications with a minor in sports management.
At Jacksonville State University, she got hands-on experience with sports as well as general reporting. Including volunteering at the 2021 Super Bowl in Tampa, Florida, and interned with WSFA in Montgomery.
Angelica enjoys trying new food, spending time with her orange tabby cat, Apollo, and telling dad jokes to everyone she meets. See ya later, alligator.
Updated: 13 hours ago
|By Angelica Butine
Get your green thumb back in the dirt at the Expo this week.
Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 9:29 AM CDT
|By Angelica Butine
Now four years old, Jasper has been featured on ESPN, The Today Show, and even America’s Funniest Home Videos.
Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 11:15 AM CDT
|By Angelica Butine
Louisiana often experiences fluctuating temperatures but the pollen count can still be high even in the cold.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 7:53 AM CDT
|By Angelica Butine and Joel Bruce
A hidden gem of Westlake with a unique personality all its own.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 11:34 AM CDT
|By Angelica Butine
What initially began as a promotion for the rabbit processing plant is now one of the biggest events in our area with live music, a rabbit cook-off, and a carnival!
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 12:41 PM CDT
|By Angelica Butine
Noivas discovered his voice at an early age and continues to sing at 31.
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 11:35 AM CDT
|By Angelica Butine
The tests can be picked up at the Radiation Oncology department from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. until March 17.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 12:37 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The circus will feature exotic animals, acrobats, motorcycle daredevils, Rolla Bolla, and clowns.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 1:37 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
While many assume you need prior law enforcement experience to join the State Police, there are plenty who start off their careers in the agency.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 7:58 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Anything submitted by community members using the new option goes directly to the internal affairs office.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 8:38 AM CST
|By Patrick Deaville and Angelica Butine
The review may make it more difficult to obtain USDA loans to buy homes in some areas.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 4:13 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
McNeese State University has wrapped up another successful year of Engineering Week.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 7:26 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Gov. Edwards hopes to increase minimum wage
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 8:37 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
You’ll know you’re here when you see that bright yellow building and maybe even a few people you know.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 5:58 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The fire is believed to have started in the living room of the home around 6 a.m.
Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 1:39 PM CST
|By KPLC Digital Team and Angelica Butine
The parade begins at 10 a.m. on Hwy 90
Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 10:32 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Bakers say their busiest day of the Mardi Gras season is the Monday before Fat Tuesday.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 1:09 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine and Joel Bruce
Join Angelica Butine and Jakob Evans as they get their first taste of this Louisiana delicacy.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 10:11 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
It will surprise no one that there’s a specific flower that’s in demand for this romantic holiday.
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 6:20 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine and Joel Bruce
The U.S. Air Force’s Thunderbirds visited Chennault International Airport Thursday before they take flight at the airshow in May.
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 2:44 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
When you think of cheerleading you probably think of chants on the sideline, but it also includes a lot of technical lifts.
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 1:37 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Edie Littlefield Sundby is on a mission to walk the 2,817 miles of the Old Spanish trial from San Antonio, Texas, all the way to Saint Augustine, Florida.
Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 8:17 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Joyce says that the cats loved all of the gifts that they received and that she’s extremely grateful and blessed by the community’s generosity.
Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 7:33 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The 65th Annual Grammy Award ceremony kicks off Sunday, Feb. 5.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 9:20 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine and Jade Moreau
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of an overnight homicide near Pinderosa Park.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 10:30 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The average price of eggs in the Lake Area is now hovering around $4.69 to $5.37
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 4:59 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Staci Duplechin was arriving home when she saw her house being damaged by the storm.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 10:27 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
“I would say that it would be a big, big, deterrent for somebody because they’re not wanting a waste of time to go underneath it and deal with a cover.”
Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 5:53 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Something the owner says would be incredibly helpful is volunteers.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 8:48 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Bring out the king cake and let the festivities begin, as Southwest Louisiana prepares for another year of Mardi Gras celebration.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 1:54 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
A new year can come with new stress, and managing it can start right at home with something like yoga.
Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 10:06 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Experts weigh in on how to best reach your fitness goals for 2023.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 6:58 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
This isn’t the first time the City has voted to allow an exception for the holiday.
Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 9:09 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Some medical experts say it’s not necessarily the cold temperatures that get us sick.
Updated: Dec. 28, 2022 at 2:49 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
How long after Christmas should you keep your decorations up?
Updated: Dec. 24, 2022 at 6:58 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Time was ticking for last minute shoppers as cars filled the parking lots of stores across Lake Charles.
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 1:52 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The Sulphur Christian Community Coalition welcomes anyone in the area that is in need of a cozy place to stay overnight as temperatures continue to drop.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 1:47 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
If you type in the “North Pole” in a GPS, don’t be surprised if it takes you to Broad Street!
Updated: Dec. 16, 2022 at 9:14 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Join the Gotta Eat crew as we explore Sulphur's The Village Coffeehouse.
Updated: Dec. 6, 2022 at 8:15 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The beautiful, 3,400-square-foot St. Jude Dream Home has a new owner.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2022 at 7:34 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
What once was a childhood home now remains as ash and debris.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 7:57 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Wondering where can I go get some really good Italian food mixed with maybe a little bit of Cajun seasoning?
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 7:50 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The vigil will be at 6 p.m. at the McNeese Integrum Softball fields,
Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 12:03 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The celebration begins on Dec. 1
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 12:38 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Black Friday sales are something many look forward to in order to save a little cash.
Updated: Nov. 24, 2022 at 12:56 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
"It’s about giving back and that’s what we do here."
Updated: Nov. 23, 2022 at 8:42 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
To everyone in SWLA, Happy Thanksgiving from Cypress Cove Elementary School and KPLC.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 5:29 PM CST
|By Angelica Butine
Emotional support can be both beneficial for animals and humans.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 7:49 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
The restaurant has been serving fresh sandwiches and po’ boys since 85.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 11:50 AM CST
|By Angelica Butine
What to expect from the Allen Parish Fair
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