Founded in 1861 in Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles is the fifth largest city in the state, home of McNeese University, and is an industrial leader in Southwest Louisiana.
Louisiana Band To Participate In Macy's Thanksgiving Da
How awesome is this! A pair of local SWLA Band Directors are going to be participating in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!
Breaking News: Ford Dealership In DeRidder Is Currently On Fire
We are sad to have to report that a locally owned car dealership in Deridder, Louisiana is currently on fire. Here's what we know.
New Movies This Weekend In Lake Charles Theaters
If you're looking for something to do with your family and friends this weekend, we got some new movies you should check out at Lake Charles theaters.
Week 12 McNeese Football Starters vs Lamar
It's another Southland Conference shootout for the final game of the season as the Pokes travel down I-10 to Beaumont for the "Battle On The Border" with Lamar.
Louisiana High School Playoff Schedule For Round 2
Tonight is Round Two of the 2023 LHSAA Playoffs. We have compiled a list of all of the playoff games in the state for tonight.
Lake Charles Trash Pickup For Thanksgiving Day Has Been Changed
Thanksgiving is next week and if you live in Lake Charles, your trash days and times have been changed for the holiday. Here's what you need to know.
Things To Do In Lake Charles And SWLA This Weekend Nov. 17-19
We have a list of things going on around Southwest Louisiana and Lake Charles for you to do, and here's the list.
New Deli And Gas Station Opening Soon On Country Club
A company just announced on social media that their new location will be opening soon on Country Club Road in Lake Charles.
Brennan's Blessings Toy Drive At Coolers Icehouse In L.C.
Brennan's Blessings and SWLA Mardi Gras Krewe's will be holding a toy drive and it will be in honor of Your Buddy Russ this Saturday. Here is how you can help.
McNeese Basketball Starts 4-0 For The 1st Time In Over 50 Years
The New Era of McNeese Basketball is off to a rocking start. The boys are 4-0 for the first time in a very long time...
A Family Favorite Restaurant in Lake Charles Is Closing Down
A favorite restaurant of many families in SWLA is closing its doors and we have all the details.
Comedian Kevin James Is Coming To Lake Charles For One Night Only
Known as Paul Blart Mall Cop in the movies and from his hit tv show King Of Queens, the hilarious Kevin James is coming to SWLA.