Good morning, Lake Charles.

Lake Charles celebrates St. Patrick’s Day today as MacFarlane’s Celtic Pub hosts an event with brunch at 6 a.m. + live music, a dachshund dash begins at 5 p.m., and Crying Eagle Brewing offers an all-day celebration with Irish drinks.

Monster trucks will roll into Lake Charles on Saturday, March 21.

The Monster X Tour at the Lake Charles Event Center will feature USA-1, Loud and Dirty, Anger Management, Boss Gator and Lone Wolf with Pit Parties before shows, drone races and truck rides.

McNeese’s Speech and Debate Team won an international title in Athens last week when they finished a content creation scavenger hunt — a milestone marking the team’s growth after rebuilding from COVID and Hurricane Laura.

River Parishes Community College will host a free film industry training fair on Friday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Locals can learn skills in costumes, scenic practices + cinema lighting as part of a series that connects residents with film industry careers.

Students at SOWELA University published a children’s book to fund a new scholarship program for local learners.

The initiative, launched March 16, will boost financial aid options as part of the school’s ongoing efforts (official announcement).

State Rep. Wilford Carter introduced House Bill 554 to raise fines for healthcare facilities that break safety rules, while Senate Bill 273 will require clearer care plans for hospice patients.

Lawmakers said the changes will hold facilities accountable for future violations.

Local health experts say GLP-1 weight loss drugs come in two forms—an oral option taken on an empty stomach and less expensive, and a weekly injectable form with a higher dose but more side effects.

They advise patients to use these drugs along with a balanced diet and exercise.

McNeese women's basketball coach Ayla Guzzardo received a contract extension for five years worth $877,000 on Monday following a historic turnaround that earned the Cowgirls a postseason invitation on Sunday, and they will play Texas A&M on Thursday at 7 p.m.

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.

Rum Revival 2026

— March 26-28 — The Country Club at The Golden Nugget — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the flavors of rum, tequila, and Caribbean cuisine in Lake Charles.

Incarnate Word vs. McNeese State Cowgirls Softball

3-7 p.m. — Cowgirl Diamond — Check tickets for pricing — Witness a key Southland matchup as the Cowgirls showcase their strength and teamwork on the field.

Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles

6-9 p.m. — Southlake Theater — Tickets available — Experience a magical evening of live music from iconic British rock legends under candlelight.

Abilene Christian Wildcats at McNeese State Cowboys Baseball

12 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling three-game series of high-energy baseball and strategic depth from both teams.

Southeastern Louisiana Lady Lions at McNeese State Cowgirls Softball

4-7 p.m. — Cowgirl Diamond — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Cowgirls defend their home turf in a key conference showdown against Southeastern.

R&B Experience

8-11 p.m. — Panorama Music House — Full menu and bar available — Enjoy a smooth night of live R&B with DJs and singers in an unforgettable ambiance.