Good morning, Lake Charles.

An Entergy substation off Big Lake Road caught fire on Monday, Mar.

2 — officials are assessing the situation.

Cookers will compete for $500 prizes at the Iowa Rabbit Festival cook-off on Saturday, Mar.

21 at the Burton Complex. Teams must check in at 7:30 a.m., cooking starts at 8:30 a.m. + live music fills the day.

A new article revisits the iconic 1980s spots that shaped childhood memories for locals in Lake Charles, with stories of favorite hangouts (like Skate City and The Cover Up on Ryan Street).

The piece shows how progress has shifted the local landscape while preserving cherished memories.

At the Bayou Rum event center on Wednesday night, 32 residents gathered to play mahjong, a centuries-old Chinese game gaining popularity with themed tiles (adding local flavor) and friendly competition as instructors helped new players learn the rules.

Oil retailers are expected to add 10-15 cents per gallon at local pumps amid rising global tensions, and Louisiana’s 19 refineries may help ease the impact.

Expert Matt Coday advised drivers to watch fuel prices as market conditions evolve.

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital will host Shots for Tots in March for children 6 weeks to 18 years in Sulphur.

Schedule appointments at Diagnostic Center (250 S. Beglis Pkwy, Mar. 13 & 27, 9 to noon) or hospital (701 Cypress St, Mar. 4 & 18, 4 to 7); call 337-527-4361.

The Cowgirls cut down the nets Monday night at Townsley Law Arena after a 27-point win over SFA, with Arianna Patton hitting a record 10 3-pointers (a career-high 30 points) to secure the victory; they will host the SLC Tournament next week.

Larry Johnson broke McNeese’s freshman scoring record with 25 points in the Cowboys' 75-65 win over Nicholls on Monday, Mar.

2. The Cowboys are now 26-5 overall & 19-3 in Southland and will enter the SLC Tournament as the No. 2 seed.

McNeese kept their title hopes alive with a 66-63 win over the Privateers Saturday in New Orleans — they will face Nicholls on Monday at 6:30 p.m. on CBS Sports Network at Stopher Gymnasium in Thibodaux as they chase a conference title.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Swan Lake

7-10 p.m. — Rosa Hart Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the enchanting ballet of Swan Lake performed live.

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.

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.

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.

NJCAA Division 1 Women's Basketball National Championship

Various times — The Legacy Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness the top junior college teams battle for national glory in women's basketball.