Good morning, Lake Charles.

Rockin Warner Ranch held a one-day Fourth of July horse camp where kids and teens rode horses, painted them, and raced barrels on a hot, humid day.

Owner Lyndsie Warner said the camp — a chance for young riders like seven-year-old Maylen Potter to live out their childhood dreams — taught valuable lessons in perseverance and hope.

On July 4, Lake Charles celebrated Independence Day with a fireworks display — the colorful show lit up the night sky with red, white, and blue bursts — delighting local residents.

On July 4, deputies rescued three people from a boat that flipped on the Calcasieu Ship Channel — the boat was towed to shore while the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries investigates the incident.

A Fenton man (24-year-old Tavin Latrell Talbert) was taken into custody Thursday after a shooting on Second Street north of First Avenue in Fenton left no one hurt, and he now faces charges of attempted second-degree murder, illegal carrying/discharge of weapons and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Local boxing prodigy Brody Jeter won a Junior Olympics gold medal on July 4 — his win marks a milestone in his rising boxing career.

Lake Charles College Prep boys track and field became a state powerhouse in less than a decade by winning three state championships and finishing second three times, with a breakthrough 2025 season that saw them win the Class 3A outdoor and Division II indoor titles in February — coach Jackie Rhine said the program will soon add throwers to complete the team.

Lake Charles Symphony Summer Pops

7-10 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Check website for price — Experience a night of classical music with the Lake Charles Symphony Summer Pops.

Louisiana Rural Water Association Conference

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Check Official Website — Engage in networking and educational sessions for water utility professionals.

Lake Charles Food Distribution

2-4 p.m. — 1225 2nd St, Lake Charles — Free entry — Register and bring your ID and proof of address to receive essential food supplies for families.

Cajun Music and Food Festival

All day — Burton Complex — Admission varies — Celebrate the rich culture of Cajun music and food at this annual festival.

Marshland Festival

July 25-26 — Lake Charles Event Center — Ticket info TBA — Experience the vibrant culture of the Marshland Festival with a weekend of entertainment and community spirit.

Hawaiian Luau Bingo Event

2-5 p.m. — Chasers Bar and Grill — Fundraising event — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of bingo while supporting the Krewe of Illusions and keeping Mardi Gras traditions alive.