LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Five years after Hurricane Laura’s devastating path of destruction, KPLC is looking forward to the future.

In 2020, Hurricane Laura destroyed the building that housed our station’s operational hub and tower.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Saturday for the unveiling of our new studio on Division Street.

In addition to the unveiling, we also celebrated KPLC’s 70th anniversary year with friends, family and many other special guests on Saturday.

Gray Television Executive Vice President Sandy Breland, who was a new director in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hit, says this investment was critical.

“I can’t believe its been 20 years,” Breland said. “I remember like it was yesterday because we felt like we were such a key part to helping that city come back.

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