Good morning, Lake Charles.

Southern Touch Entertainment will present a free screening of Zootopia 2 at the Ward 3 Sports Centre on Friday, Jun.

26 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with popcorn, sodas and hot dogs provided; families must register ahead as space is limited.

The Southwest Louisiana Amateur Radio Club will test emergency airwaves during ARRL Field Day from 9 a.m. Saturday until 2 p.m. Sunday at Region 5 Stem Center on Enterprise Boulevard in Lake Charles (fox hunts for kids and complimentary chips and water are available).

Lake Charles and SWLA will host several community events this weekend (June 26-28), featuring comedian Dusty Slay at the Golden Nugget on June 27, a Moo-sical Bingo charity event by meteorologist Wade Hampton, and live concerts at Horseshoe Casino, Coffee:30 Cafe, and Jellystone RV Park.

17-year-old teen author Aubrie Kate Woods from Starks is inspiring students across Southwest Louisiana with her book There Is Nothing Wrong With You and her nonprofit Positively Pretty.

She will compete next week in Little Rock (Miss High School America) competition as she spreads a message of confidence amongst kids.

The 2026 Marshland Festival will take place Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25 at the Lake Charles Event Center.

Organizers have released an entertainment lineup featuring popular Louisiana artists, with performance details coming next month and proceeds benefiting Hackberry community groups and local student scholarships.

The American Job Center – Region V and Louisiana Works are hosting the Quarterly Job Fair from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, July 1 at the Lake Charles Event Center's Buccaneer Room, 900 Lakeshore Drive.

Veterans will receive priority services starting at 9 a.m.

In May 2026, Hurricane Hunters visited Chennault International Airport to give locals a behind-the-scenes look at storm forecasting in Lake Charles.

The team used GPS dropsondes and specialized radars—tools that helped refine a new experimental cone for inland warnings.

A new emergency alert system, Bryan’s Call (named for Bryan Vasquez), will send notifications to phones when a child or adult with intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disabilities goes missing.

The tool aims to quickly reunite vulnerable individuals with their families in Louisiana.

The Louisiana legislature approved Gov. Jeff Landry’s order to shift $168 million from the school funding formula into one-time stipends for teachers and support staff, even as a Baton Rouge judge issued a temporary restraining order.

A hearing is set for June 29 to decide the injunction.

The former motel on Broad Street will become a transitional living facility to provide temporary housing support + renovation plans are underway as officials prepare to announce service start dates soon.

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.

Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators vs. Sherman Shadow Cats

7-11 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Family-friendly event — Catch the excitement of summer baseball with the Gumbeaux Gators.

Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators Game Night

7-11 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — VIP packages available — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup with premium experiences and entertainment.