Good morning, Lake Charles.

The Louisiana Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists honored Morgan Babineaux and Kaitlyn Wadulack on Saturday in Lafayette for their excellence in broadcast media — Babineaux received first place for Feature Reporting while Wadulack earned top honors in Sports Reporting.

Allen Parish School District achieved an 85 percent teacher retention rate for the 2025-26 school year on Saturday, June 13, and officials are interviewing applicants for openings while scheduling summer professional development (June and July sessions) to prepare new teachers for August classes.

The Battle of the Bluff event raised funds for education as local teams competed and community members supported school programs (held yesterday in Lake Charles).

Officials say the funds will boost future education initiatives in the area.

West-Cal Cam Hospital taught CPR at the West Cal Event Center in Sulphur, giving residents the skills needed to act in emergencies (learners were shown proper hand placement, compression depth, and a rate of 100 to 120 beats per minute).

The hospital may hold the session annually.

Local health experts urge men to get screened early as part of Men’s Health Awareness Month, noting that preventive care helps reduce serious risks (free consultations are offered at community clinics).

Dusty Slay Comedy Show

8-11 p.m. — Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the observational and blue-collar humor of Southern comedian Dusty Slay.

Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators vs. San Antonio River Monsters

7-11 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Gumbeaux Gators as they battle the River Monsters in an exciting game of local sports action.

Collective Soul Live Concert

7-11:30 p.m. — Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino — 21+ event — Celebrate three decades of Collective Soul's music at this lively concert.

Randy Rogers Concert

7:00 – 11:30 PM — Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy a night of country music with Randy Rogers and his band.

Atlanta Rhythm Section with Firefall and Orleans

1-2:30 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of classic rock with Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall, and Orleans.