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Lake Charles
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local Boy Scout was honored as Outstanding Volunteer of the Year by Lt. Gov and the Town of Vinton on Tuesday, Feb. 25. The ceremony (held in Vinton) celebrated his commitment to local community service. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Monster X Tour will return to the Lake Charles Event Center on Saturday, March 21 with two shows at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Families can enjoy a Pit Party (afternoon: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.; evening: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.) before trucks perform stunts and freestyle tricks. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Regional cooks will compete for the best cracklins at Jellystone RV Park on Saturday, Mar. 7 as Grammy Award winner Wayne Toups performs live Cajun tunes for a day of Louisiana flavor. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Epps Memorial Library (a local hub) is hosting the interactive role-playing game Grown Ups On Bikes soon, inviting community members to enjoy creative storytelling and biking adventures within the library. 7 KPLC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SOWELA Technical Community College will host over 300 middle and high school students on Mar. 4 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at its Arts and Humanities Building (2000 Merganser St.) for Criminal Justice Day, where interactive exhibits will explore law enforcement careers. 7 KPLC
- ➤ Louisiana education leaders are partnering with AI platforms to provide interactive lessons, tutoring, and automated grading tools in schools. The state has already allocated funds for these programs + emphasized strong measures to protect student data privacy while keeping progress in reading and math on track. The American Press
- ➤ McNeese’s new $32 million student union opened yesterday, offering thousands of students modern study areas and meeting spaces on campus in Lake Charles. The project highlights efforts to enhance student facilities and promote local community engagement. 7 KPLC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews fought fires that burned over 100 acres in Beauregard Parish after a tire broke and ignited dry grass on Hwy 171 on Monday; additional blazes were contained near Rosepine and south of Singer as Calcasieu, Beauregard, and Vernon Parishes remain under a burn ban. The American Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Army Corps of Engineers and CPRA will host a public meeting today about the Southwest Coastal Home Elevation Project. Local residents can learn project details and share their ideas on plans to protect coastal homes *during the discussion*. 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The McNeese State Cowgirls, riding a 17-game winning streak, will face Nicholls today at 6:30 p.m. as they aim for a postseason spot in the Southland Conference and hope to be the first team to secure 20 wins in the new 22-game league schedule. The American Press
- ➤ Sulphur Lady Tors basketball head coach Matt Lebato was featured in The Playbook series as he discussed his coaching approach and vision for the team. The profile from February 25 offers insight into his leadership and upcoming plans for the squad. 7 KPLC
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AWS Certified Machine Learning: Specialty Training
8 a.m. — Health and Safety Council (HASC) Louisiana — $2100 — Master machine learning with expert-led training in a hands-on environment.
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Groove on the Green
5-7 p.m. — Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of jazz under the lush oaks with friends.
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Houston Christian Huskies vs. McNeese State Cowboys Baseball
2 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting afternoon of baseball as the Huskies face off against the Cowboys in this thrilling series continuation.
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Southland Conference Men's Basketball Championships - First Round
5 PM – 9 PM — Townsley Law Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness thrilling single-elimination games as teams battle for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
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Southland Conference Women's Championship Game
4-7 p.m. — Townsley Law Arena — Tickets from $75 — Experience thrilling college basketball as teams compete for the Southland Conference title.
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Banners 2026 Presents: Orchid-Stra
12-6 p.m. — F.G. Bulber Auditorium — Admission varies — Experience a stunning orchid exhibition presented by the Calcasieu Orchid Society.
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Swan Lake
7-10 p.m. — Rosa Hart Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the enchanting ballet of Swan Lake performed live.
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Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs. McNeese State Cowboys Baseball
6 PM — Joe Miller Ballpark — Check local listings for ticket prices — Witness a thrilling Southland Conference matchup as McNeese kicks off their series against Southeastern Louisiana.
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AMP Monster Truck Thunder Slam
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of monster trucks in a roaring showdown.
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Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs. McNeese State Cowboys Men's Baseball
1 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Admission varies — Catch the thrilling series finale as both teams battle for crucial conference standings.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want.
~ Naval Ravikant
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