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Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Millennium Park was closed on March 25 for safety improvements — the park’s anti-fall surface is being replaced with durable turf. City officials say it is expected to reopen by Friday, April 17, weather permitting. 7 KPLC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ DOTD announced that if weather cooperates, the right westbound lane on the I-10 bridge in Lake Charles will reopen later this week after repairs following a multi-vehicle crash Sunday (the driver was unharmed). Gator 99.5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kay Fox retired on Wednesday, Mar. 25 from BECi after decades of service—her departure marks the end of a long and dedicated career at the company. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Trace Adkins performs at Coushatta Casino Resort at 8:00 p.m. Friday and South Beau Easter Festival runs at Ragley Rec Center from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, while Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys perform at Jellystone RV park during the Jambalaya Cookoff on Saturday. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Reba McEntire will headline an intimate free show — Reba's Place — in Atoka, Okla, on April 9, where local fans from Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas can enter to win tickets or watch the event live outdoors. Gator 99.5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana state-recognized Native American tribes face reduced health care access as new Medicaid rules require work and six-month reenrollment, with tribal leaders warning that stricter requirements may force residents to travel long distances for rural clinic services (a concern heightened by high poverty levels). 7 KPLC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Select Division III No. 2 St. Louis Catholic beat Westlake 4-3 in their district opener on Tuesday, March 24. The win improved the team's record (1-0) while Westlake now stands at (0-1), marking a close contest. The American Press
- ➤ Trace Moreau pitched a complete game as St. Louis Catholic beat Westlake 4-3 in the district opener on Tuesday (he struck out five and allowed three earned runs). The American Press
- ➤ Heath Schroyer, who rebuilt Lake Charles' athletic programs and drew the community into McNeese athletics (earning praise for his leadership during tough times), will soon join LSU as a senior athletic administrator. His career shift follows years of partnership and progress after the 2020 challenges. The American Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Orin Swift Wine Dinner at Chart House
7-10 p.m. — Chart House — $140 Per Person — Savor an exquisite five-course dinner paired with exceptional Orin Swift wines.
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Incarnate Word Cardinals vs. McNeese State Cowboys Baseball
2-5 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Check ahead for ticket prices — Witness a thrilling Southland Conference series as the Cardinals take on the Cowboys in a weekend of competitive baseball.
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McNeese Cowgirls vs Houston Christian (DH)
2 p.m. — Joe Miller Field at Cowgirl Diamond — Admission details not specified — The Cowgirls aim for an aggressive approach in this high-energy matchup.
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Ladyjacks vs. Cowgirls Softball Showdown
6-9 p.m. — Joe Miller Field at Cowgirl Diamond — Ticket pricing unavailable — Experience the intense Southland Conference rivalry as McNeese hosts Stephen F. Austin.
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Dolly Run 5K/1K Run/Walk for Reading
1-3 p.m. — Downtown Lake Charles — Entry fee required — Enjoy a fun run while supporting literacy in the community.
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