Good morning, Lake Charles.

Local civil rights activist Louise Cole was honored in House Resolution 330 by state Rep. Wilford Carter and received a proclamation from Mayor Marshall Simien Jr. on Friday.

First New Life Missionary Baptist Church will also honor her soon for founding the local NAACP branch and championing community outreach.

Lake Charles residents will gather for the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Festival parade on Friday, Jun.

19 along a designated route downtown. The event will celebrate freedom and unity in the community.

On Sunday, June 14, the Juneteenth Freedom Festival Parade brought locals downtown where floats honored historic Black figures and celebrated community unity ahead of a week-long festival celebrating freedom and culture.

Local officials shared Hurricane preparedness tip 14, urging residents to secure loose items, check emergency kits, and charge essential devices as storm conditions may develop in the coming days.

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.