Good morning, Lake Charles.

McNeese alums are competing to be named America’s favorite couple—participants will host events and seek public votes as the contest unfolds, drawing local attention.

Calcasieu Correctional Center's booking report for August 10 shows several arrests for charges ranging from drug offenses and theft to domestic abuse and first-degree rape & other violations by suspects from Lake Charles, Westlake, Sulphur, and nearby communities.

Supervisors for area schools have submitted lunch and breakfast menus for August 11-15 (menus are subject to change) across districts including Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, Jeff Davis, and Vernon.

The menus offer a variety of meals such as pizza, chicken spaghetti, meatball stew, and assorted breakfast options.

Waste Management’s Woodside landfill opened in November 1987 in Walker using advanced construction and monitoring with nine groundwater wells to check for leachate, while the Jeff Davis site in Welsh was built on better natural geology with plans for a three-foot compacted clay liner or a synthetic alternative. Engineer John Brunson said both sites operated similarly and that closed landfills may later be repurposed for parks or golf courses — a long-term plan to manage waste safely.

Forecasters say a low-pressure system near Africa may form into tropical storm Erin today as it moves west-northwest between Cabo Verde and Africa’s coast.

Though it could bring gusty winds + heavy rain near Cabo Verde, it does not pose an immediate threat to Louisiana, and local officials advise residents to review their hurricane preparation plans.

The Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana will host a continuing education seminar for attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors at L’Auberge Casino Resort from 8 a.m. to noon on Friday, Aug.

22. Paul Caspersen — a specialist in charitable planning — will cover trends, new tax laws and strategies to help donors maximize tax savings.

The New Orleans Saints will start their preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers today at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood—live pregame coverage begins at 2:30 p.m. and the game starts at 3:05 p.m. on KPLC.

Pelican Triathlon

7-11 a.m. — Rec & Aquatic Center, Sulphur Parks and Recreation — Registration fees apply — Dive into the world of triathlons with both kids and adults participating in this beginner-friendly event.

Roots & Boots 90’s Electric Throwdown

7-9:30 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an unforgettable night with iconic 90's country stars Aaron Tippin, Sammy Kershaw, and Collin Raye.

McNeese Cowboy Club 5k Gallop Fun Run / Walk & Kids 1k Round Up

5k Fun Run & Walk for all ages organized by the McNeese Track and Field / XC Program presented by the McNeese Cowboy Club. Proceeds raised go directly back to program to help offset funding for Travel, Meals, Equipment, Insurance, Supplies for the Year. Your support is appreciated.