AnaClare Barras
Digital Producer
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AnaClare, who goes by Ana, grew up here in Lake Charles. She graduated from McNeese State University, earning a degree in Mass Communication with a concentration in Journalism.
She wrote news stories for American Press while attending McNeese, before deciding to go into broadcast news.
She loves meeting new people and sharing their stories.
Ana enjoys running, reading, and spending time with her family and cat named Bruno.
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His victim was not notified of his shooter's escape for more than a week.
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The funding will go toward purchasing and installing state-of-the-art medical equipment in Phase I of the new Allen Parish Hospital.
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It’s almost October, which means “spooky season” is in full swing - even if the temperature outside says otherwise.
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A boil advisory has been issued for customers in certain parts of the DeRidder area.
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Jennings Police Department were dispatched to a residence on Saturday involving an altercation in which a man was accused of charging at a victim with a machete.
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The City of Lake Charles announced their progress and plans for the construction on North Beach and Lock Park.
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The search continues for missing 53-year-old St. Martin Parish man, Willard “Bill” Daspit Jr.
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The goal of the federal program is to reduce extreme heat, benefit health and improve access to nature.
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A Lake Arthur woman’s attempt to withdraw from the race for Justice of the Peace District 1 was rejected, according to the Secretary of State’s Office.
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The closure is due to failure of the air conditioning system.
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It will take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Oct. 11 in the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhibition Hall.
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While there are no flare-ups at this time, some smoke can still be seen.
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Normal dismissal procedures will be followed, and students will be dismissed following normal transportation plans.
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BPSO said a man who claimed to be an animal cruelty investigator was soliciting donations via PayPal and Amazon during the initial days of the wildfires.
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This substation is located on Main Street in Hackberry, and it is the last of three that are opening this month.
Fire crews will be monitoring the situation today to ensure the fire is extinguished.
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Authorities said this morning indicated there has been no new developments in the fires of Vernon and Beauregard parishes.
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The East Allen Water Works Company announced the boil advisory for all customers on the Coushatta Reservation has been lifted.
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Ward 6 Fire extinguished to a trash fire reported in the 700 block of Delores Poullard Road in DeQuincy around 10:30 a.m. this morning.
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“Louisiana is not only consistently breaking records for low employment, we are ahead of the nation,” said Gov. John Bel Edwards.
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Allen Parish Fire Chief Ryan Daigle said the fire no longer poses any danger.
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Wildfires in Louisiana have burned a staggering 53,000 acres in the month of August, an area over twice the size of Walt Disney World.
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J.I. Watson Elementary School will be closed on Tuesday, Sept. 19, so faculty and staff can attend the funeral of fellow teacher, Wade Gilley.
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The jet will be SOWELA's largest donation to date from the U.S. Air Force.
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The advisory affects customers on Beldon Jackson Road and Buck Run Road.
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The City of Lake Charles announced their next installment of Art in the Park, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23.
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Police are working with the school to investigate the threats, but at this time, the threats are not believed to be valid.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lake Charles Police.
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Police say they discovered one male subject had been shot inside of his house.
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More arrests are pending, according to the Jennings Police Department.
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Two types of Generac portable generators were recalled due to potential fire and burn risks.
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Several inches of rain over several days are needed to have a significant impact on drought conditions for Louisiana.
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The boil advisory was rescinded following an all-clear from the Office of Public Health.
A boil advisory has been issued for Leesville in the areas of North Ermine Street to Hwy. 171 and Hwy. 171 from Nona Street to Ian’s End.
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The new rules are due to increasing safety concerns.
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For those who prefer the experience of real Christmas trees, experts say consumers can still expect to see Christmas tree farms in business this upcoming holiday season.
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Under no circumstances will an officer ask for money or any form of payment over the phone.
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Higher humidity allows crews to focus on the remaining hot spots in the fire.
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Despite severe damage to the vehicle, the occupant had only minor injuries and refused transport by ambulance to a hospital.
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The man was a convicted felon and knew he was prohibited from having any firearm or ammunition in his possession.
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Phase 1 is anticipated to last until October, weather permitting.
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Of the 5 million Americans nationwide who rely on the NFIP to protect their homes and businesses, around 500,000 are from Louisiana.
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Calcasieu Parish School Board approved a series of stipends and supplements to be paid to teachers over the course of the year.
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Enrollment for the ‘Next Start’ option will end Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023.
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Jennings Police Department detained two people on Monday in reference to outstanding warrants for residential contractor fraud.
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A total of $9,200 was discovered to be missing during the school's audit.
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