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5 days ago |
kplctv.com | Morgan Babineaux
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A group of Sulphur High alumni came up with a unique way to not only relive their youth, but give back to their community - with an ‘80s themed prom!“We had a blast; people from all over the United States showed up. We had them from Phoenix, Alabama, Washington state show up. We probably had about 400 people show up,” said class of 1981 graduate Mike Richard.
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2 weeks ago |
kplctv.com | Morgan Babineaux
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Teachers can be some of the biggest influences in our lives. Many of us have a select few we will never forget. One Southwest Louisiana teacher has been impacting lives for 50 years. If you were a student in the Lake Area, you may have heard of Ms. Denise Jones. “She said, ‘Ms. Jones, I still remember you.’ I taught her maybe 40 years ago. She said, ‘It was just so many life lessons,’ and I said, ‘Yeah, that’s what it was,’” Jones said.
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3 weeks ago |
kplctv.com | Morgan Babineaux
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Southwest Louisiana is home to so many success stories—from those who excel in engineering to philanthropy. One such story is still in the making. “I’m going to be a first-generation science physician-scientist in my family, so it’s pretty exciting.”Claude Albritton is a young Lake Charles native who is making his mark in medicine. Albritton is currently enrolled at Meharry Medical College, participating in the Biomedical Sciences PhD program.
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3 weeks ago |
kplctv.com | Morgan Babineaux
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - At McNeese Farm, a unique initiative is buzzing with activity—beekeeping. “This area is so unique because so many people are so willing to help people get started with bee production,” explained Darren Goodwin. Managed by Goodwin, the farm is home to several hundred bees and has been cultivating a hands-on beekeeping program for nearly a decade. This program not only offers students practical experience, but also emphasizes the critical role bees play in our ecosystem.
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1 month ago |
kplctv.com | Morgan Babineaux
MOSS BLUFF, La. (KPLC) - One lap at a time, Charles Jackson prepared for the Indoor World Masters Championship in Gainesville, FL. And after a photo finish…Jackson is bringing the gold back home to Lake Charles. “The beginning of the race, I know I was like, OK, I have a good start. So, I know I have to get out because I know he’s coming.
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