Good morning, Lake Charles.

Family and Youth supports kids facing sexual and physical abuse in Southwest Louisiana by offering forensic interviews and a CASA program that helps secure safe foster care homes.

Exit Southern Realty promotes the fourth annual Cheers for CASA fundraiser at Lake Charles Historic City Hall on Friday, April 25 — tickets will cost $10 and the event will feature auctions, live music, and food.

Police arrested Cesar Odulio Chavez-Perez (38) after officers found a man with stab wounds in a field near (Gerstner Memorial Drive and Power Center Parkway) on Tuesday evening; the victim later died at a local hospital.

A Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report from April 22 shows several individuals from Lake Charles, Sulphur, and nearby areas booked on charges including probation violations, controlled substance offenses, armed robbery, and battery.

A new report from Leaders for a Better Louisiana showed that the state regained all the jobs lost during the pandemic but still fell behind other southern states in long-term economic performance+Lake Charles grew by 0.7% while areas like Lafayette and New Orleans recorded higher gains.

Poison Hemlock has been found in Louisiana gardens near water sources and poses a risk because every part of the plant is toxic.

Residents are advised to wear gloves (to avoid contact with its sap), safely remove the plant in plastic bags, and wash their hands thoroughly to protect themselves and their pets.

Barbe High School girls track team is set to compete in the District 3-5A meet today at Sam Houston High School in Moss Bluff—aiming to break Lafayette’s nine-district-title streak with field events starting at 11 a.m. and running events at 2 p.m.

The 17th-ranked Lake Charles College Prep baseball team got its first playoff win in a decade by sweeping No. 16 Tara in a best-of-three series — Christian Burgos had five hits and six RBIs while Dylan Vital pitched a no-hitter — and will face No. 1 Teurlings Catholic in Lafayette starting today. The Sulphur Tors upset No. 13 Covington with a walk-off home run by Jackson Beddoe and will play No. 4 Haughton on Friday.

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.

Parent Walk Event

5-7 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Free entry — A FUN-filled evening of walking, connection, and healthy snacks for parents and children.