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🌱 Why a Vietnam hero is honored at Kinder’s American Legion post

Kinder, Louisiana Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning to you Kinder! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a Vietnam hero is honored at Kinder’s American Legion post

Also on today's calendar: Construction Party and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What's black, white, and blue? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Clouds and sunshine, with a high of 86 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 89, low: 63.
  • Thursday: Warm with sunshine, with a high of 90 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Medal of Honor Monday: Fournet (militaryspot.com) — Kinder residents are directly connected to Medal of Honor recipient 1st Lt. Douglas Fournet through a monument at American Legion Post 244 and his grave in Kinder Cemetery. This Pentagon profile recounts his Lake Charles roots, heroic actions in Vietnam, and the many honors bearing his name across southwest Louisiana, highlighting how his legacy is preserved in Kinder today.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Sonic Drive-In posted a job opening for Team Member in Kinder. Apply here.
  • FDM Field Services posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser in Oberlin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kinder here.

🗞 Nearby News

Basile

  • Saturday is election day; see what's on your ballot (katc.com)

Lake Charles

  • Stoney LaRue Bringing Red Dirt Country Show to Lake Charles (gator995.com)
  • Lake Charles Hosting Viral British Duo Josh and Jase at L'Auberge (gator995.com)
  • Twanie's Terrific Treats Moving to South Lake Charles (gator995.com)

Ok Kinder! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sad zebra (Thank you Mary K. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Kinder

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Kinder

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.