Good morning, Lake Charles.

Sheriff Stitch Guillory and the CPSO Elderly Services Division will host the Senior Citizen’s Fishing Rodeo from 7-11 a.m. on May 1 at CPSO Farm Pond behind Calcasieu Correctional Center at 5400 E.

Broad St, where all senior citizens aged 55 and older are invited for free and must bring their own chairs (and fans) and fishing gear (one pole per person) while refreshments are provided.

Bishop Glen John Provost of the Diocese of Lake Charles expressed his condolences on Monday after Pope Francis died early Monday at age 88 and said the true Shepherd has never ceased leading his flock to green pastures—honoring his legacy as the first Latin American pontiff noted for his humble care for the poor.

Officials recovered the body of 18-year-old Markell Lazard—who drowned Friday while swimming near Oberlin on the Calcasieu River—Monday morning, and they cautioned swimmers about the dangerous currents and deep spots with debris.

Authorities arrested 55-year-old Opelousas car dealer Allen Guillory Sr. (charged with illegal possession and VIN alteration) after an audit of his used car lot uncovered four allegedly stolen vehicles (valued at $275,000) in a state police investigation.

A sailboat that had been docked for months near the I-210 Bridge was removed from Israel LaFleur Park Sunday afternoon—officials noted the owner had received a 30-day notice to move the vessel after it appeared abandoned.

Counselor Joel Daugherty advises that carving out time to relax—whether for a quick break or a planned getaway—can lower stress and help improve personal relationships.

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.