Good morning, Lake Charles.

Ward 3 recreation facilities are about 90-95% complete with upgrades across nine sites funded by a $30 million, 15-year bond.

Residents will pay about $16 a year (at 5.3 mills) as the project nears its finish.

Grammy Award winning Zydeco musician Chubby Carrier will perform with his Bayou Swamp Band on Saturday, June 20 at Jellystone Park RV Resort in Lake Charles from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event offers lively Louisiana rhythms in a family friendly outdoor setting.

Gator 99.5, a Townsquare Media station (the region's top country music provider), plays the best country tunes for listeners here in Lake Charles.

Earlier this month, Calcasieu Parish School Board approved a budget update allocating over $7 million to continue free breakfast & lunch for all students despite a state funding reduction.

The district planned this move to manage an expected loss of up to $700,000 while maintaining quality meals.

Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming mailed 44,614 unclaimed property checks for $6.5 million on Friday after updating addresses with the Department of Revenue (42,172 went to local addresses, including 2,335 for Calcasieu).

Recipients should cash the blue checks received in a window envelope.

Lake Charles announced changes to its Juneteenth trash schedule.

Garbage normally collected Thursday will be picked up Wednesday, June 17, while Friday service moves to Thursday, June 18. No trash or recycling will be collected Friday and services resume Monday, June 22.

A SWLA organization is hosting events during Juneteenth week to boost health equity for the Black community in Lake Charles.

The planned forums and outreach sessions will provide residents with key health resources (details pending) later this week.

Local couple Carmen and Gene Barnett, married for 71 years, shared how growing up together and a strong faith built their lasting bond.

They recalled an early connection—from first grade to graduation—that helped them weather life’s ups and downs.

The century-old Lyons House, a Queen Anne Revival home listed at $320,000 at 1335 Horridge Street in Vinton, is up for sale as longtime owner Donnie Pleasant retires.

Local officials say the property (linked to Baseball Hall of Famer Ted Lyons) may be converted into a museum.

The Lyons House on Horridge Street in Vinton is ready for its next owner and preserves a rich part of Calcasieu history.

Prospective buyers can explore a unique piece of our local heritage.

Golfers in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana can try public courses that offer scenic fairways and challenge both beginners and experts.

The guide features venues like The National Golf Club in Westlake & Mallard Golf Club, promising a day of relaxing play.

Former LSU head coach Ed Orgeron will speak at the Cowboys Kickoff Dinner and Auction on Aug.

21 at Townsley Law Arena — table sales begin July 1 and doors open at 5:30 p.m., with proceeds supporting the McNeese football program.

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.