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Easter 2025 in Southwest Louisiana: Local Events You Don’t Want to Miss!

Ball's Fried Chick-N had THE BEST chicken in SWLA and it appears they're about to reopen. Here's what we know...

Here are some of the craziest things we have seen. What s the craziest thing you have ever seen thrown at a Mardi Gras parade? Please keep it PG.

We have compiled a list of the wealthiest zip codes around the Lake Charles area. Check it out here!

Mardi Gras favorites traditions you'll only see in the bayou stage. They are very Louisianaish! What do think? If we missed something let us know.

Spring may still be weeks away, but it’s never too early to start preparing your garden in Southwest Louisiana! While the ground might not be ready and a few cold snaps are still in the forecast, now is the perfect time to get ahead. Start propagating seeds indoors for cool-season vegetables like lettuce, kale, and broccoli, and begin mapping out your garden layout. With guidance from the LSU AgCenter’s Vegetable Planting Guide, you can plan for a successful growing season and be ready to plant as soon as the weather warms up. Stay tuned as we walk through each step of the process in the coming weeks!

Celebrate crawfish season in Lake Charles with the top crawfish vendors and their best deals! #CrawfishLovers #LouisianaFood #LakeCharles

Attention Louisiana Students and Parents: School Closures Announced Due to Extreme Weather

As South Louisiana braces for rare freezing temperatures and snow, learn how to protect yourself from cold-weather risks like hypothermia, frostbite, and other physical impacts. Stay informed and safe with these expert tips.

Shop Fresh and Affordable: Don’t Miss the Mobile Market in Lake Charles!

What is the purpose it's purpose, why is a baby inside, and what did they put inside the cake before the baby?

Running Low on Essentials? Louisiana Grocery Stores Open on Christmas Eve.