Calcasieu Parish Woman Delivers Baby During Hurricane Laura
She was determined to find a way to be with her newborn son. Continue reading…
View ArticleTemporary Permit Office Opens in Storm Damaged Calcasieu Parish
The office will operate in Prien Lake Park and will provide licenses and permits for those needing to do construction and repair work. Continue reading…
View ArticleThousands Still Without Power Weeks After Laura's Landfall
Almost 100,000 Louisiana residents are still without electricity two and a half weeks after Laura's landfall. Continue reading…
View ArticleLarose Man Arrested in Iowa on Carnal Knowledge Charges
The Larose man allegedly contacted a 16-year-old Iowa boy online for sexual relations. Continue reading…
View ArticleIowa High School Student Charged with Making Threats
The 16-year-old reportedly told others that he was trigger happy and would kill as many students as he could. Continue reading…
View ArticleCybersecurity Ransomware Attacks, 5 Ways You Can Protect Yourself
Recent ransomware attacks like the Colonial Pipeline breach, deserve our attention. Learn how to stop hackers from posing a serious threat to your database. Continue reading…
View ArticleLA DOTD Begins Process to Replace I-10 Bridge in Lake Charles
Is this finally the beginning of the end of the notorious bridge over the Calcasieu River in Lake Charles? Continue reading…
View ArticleEarly Voting For December 11 Election Begins November 27
Early voting for the Dec. 11 election will jump off Sat., Nov. 27- Sat. Dec. 4. . Voting hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day except Sunday, Nov. 28. Continue reading…
View ArticleSouth Louisiana Project Promises to Deliver More Than 1,000 Jobs
Venture Global has announced plans to build yet another liquified natural gas facility in South Louisiana. More than 1,000 direct and indirect jobs are expected to be created. Continue reading…
View ArticleProject Build A Future To Host Free Homebuyer Classes
If you've always dreamed of owning your own home, get the tools you need to make that dream can become reality. Continue reading…
View ArticleJD Bank Warning Customers Of Phone Scam – What You Should Know
Phone call scams are on the rise and these scammers are posing as government agents to national car rental services. What you should know to avoid being scammed Continue reading…
View ArticleSouthwest Louisiana 2022 Graduation Ceremony Schedules
Save the date! Get the when and where on area high school and college graduations in SWLA right here. Continue reading…
View ArticlePolice Impersonator Trying To Pull Over People In Calcasieu Parish
A man driving a large black truck has been reported as using "police like" flashing lights to try and pull over Calcasieu Parish drivers. Continue reading…
View ArticleCalcasieu Police Academy Graduation This Thursday June 29
There will be new police officers hitting the street in the five parish area soon after this Thursday's training Academy graduation. Continue reading…
View ArticleCalcasieu Parish Is Hiring!
If you're looking for employment with great benefits and retirement then we have the perfect website to check out! Continue reading…
View ArticleTop 15 Elementary Schools
Parents are always wondering where their kid's school ranks and if they're getting the best education they can. Continue reading…
View ArticleHouse Passes Legislation That Could Create Toll Bridge On I-10
Legislation passed by the Louisiana House could pave the way for a new toll bridge on Interstate 10. Continue reading…
View ArticlePolice Jury Offices Remain Open With Limited Services
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury offices are open during normal business hours. See the latest schedule of offices and services that are available here. Continue reading…
View ArticleCalcasieu Reports First COVID-19 Death
Southwest Louisiana health officials announce the first death from COVID-19 in that part of the state. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Man Arrested for Setting Fire Inside Grocery Store
The fire was allegedly set by a former employee in a trash can near the manager's stand. Continue reading…
View ArticleDid You Know Calcasieu Means Crying Eagle?
Have you ever wondered where some of the names we use in our area came from? Continue reading…
View ArticleCalcasieu Parish Law Enforcement Academy Graduates 123rd Academy
The Calcasieu Parish Law enforcement academy graduated 40 new officers in a small ceremony on May 12. Continue reading…
View ArticleBoil Advisory Issued for Wards Three and Eight
Calcasieu Parish Waterworks is recommending that all residents living within the areas affected disinfect all water before consuming it. Continue reading…
View ArticleRenters Assistance Available For Calcasieu Parish Residents
Here are the details on who is eligible. Continue reading…
View ArticlePolice Say Man Stole a Louisiana Priest's Wallet During Mass
Louisiana authorities are searching for a man who is alleged to have stolen a priest's wallet while he was celebrating mass. Here's how you can help. Continue reading…
View ArticleExciting Summer Adventures For Scouts In Lake Charles!
This summer will be filled with adventure, and that's a Scout's Honor! Parents sign up today. Continue reading…
View ArticleCalcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Conducting Seatbelt Checkpoint
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office has announced that they will be conducting a Seatbelt checkpoint this weekend. Read more here: Continue reading…
View ArticleGueydan, Louisiana Man Dies in Two-Car Crash on LA 14 in Calcasieu Parish
The crash claimed the life of Robert Allen Elliott, 41, of Gueydan. Continue reading…
View ArticleHeads Up Calcasieu, There Is A Checkpoint This Friday Night
It's this Friday night, February 2nd. Here's what you need to know. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhy The Port Of Lake Charles Would Be A Great Cruise Port
Would you like to see the Port of Lake Charles add a cruise terminal? Continue reading…
View ArticleTop 10 Parishes In Louisiana With The Highest Sales Tax
Here are the top 10 Louisiana Parishes with the highest sales tax in the state. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Oldest Houses And Buildings In Lake Charles, Louisiana
Amazing architecture, historic neighborhoods, and 100+-year-old oak trees. See some of the oldest properties in the city. Continue reading…
View ArticleLake Charles & Calcasieu Parish Trash Pick Up Times Good Friday
What you need to know about trash pick up times if you live in Lake Charles or Calcasieu Parish. Some of you will not have trash your trash picked up that day. Continue reading…
View ArticleLake Charles Landmark Buildings That No Longer Exist
Look at the vintage photos from buildings around the Downtown Lake Charles area. Continue reading…
View ArticleSouthwest Louisiana School Closures For Wednesday, April 10th
Here is the list of Louisiana Parishes in Southwest Louisiana that have announced closures for today, Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 Continue reading…
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