Good morning, Lake Charles.

National Child Abuse Prevention Month has experts urging families to learn the warning signs of abuse and report concerns to help protect children.

Patra Minix from the Family & Youth Children’s Advocacy Center said caregivers are advised to monitor behavior and online activity — coordinated services and CASA volunteer support work to reduce trauma in children.

Port Wonder Family Fun Day will be held on June 3 at the Lake Charles Event Center—Contraband Room at 900 Lakeshore Drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will offer free live music, STEM activities, games, and snacks while previewing the future Port Wonder Children’s Museum and Nature Center.

A booking report from Calcasieu Correctional Center on April 20 listed arrests of several individuals from Lake Charles, Lafayette and Sulphur for crimes including trespassing, battery on a police officer, DWI, drug-related and weapons offenses plus domestic abuse—charges span multiple counts with some individuals facing several allegations—and the report reflects ongoing law enforcement actions in the region.

Louisiana students have improved their test scores as state official Kevin Berken noted the state jumped from 49th to 32nd in national ranking and fourth graders moved from 42nd to 16th — efforts that show strong gains in reading and math.

He said officials plan a summit to tackle the 25% chronic absenteeism rate and discuss expanding the LA GATOR program — a move that may help more private school students.

Dolly Run 5K for Reading

1:00 PM – 4:59 PM — 815 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA — Registration required — Run or walk a picturesque 3.1-mile course in downtown Lake Charles to promote literacy.

Rollin’ on the River Car Show

9 AM – 2 PM — Sam Houston Jones State Park — Free entry — Experience a showcase of cars, trucks, and motorcycles while enjoying food trucks and exciting raffles.

Riley Green Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — From $118+ — Enjoy a night of country music with Riley Green at a local venue.

Princess Day

— Time Range — Almosta Ranch LLC — $40 entry — Experience a magical day filled with princess-themed fun for all ages.