Good morning, Lake Charles.

This weekend, Lake Charles and SWLA host a slate of events.

A rock concert featuring Vixen and Quiet Riot is scheduled at Golden Nugget's Grand Event Center on Saturday at 8 p.m., while a Glow Bowl Celebration at Petro Bowl and a movie screening at Rosa Hart Theatre follow.

Hot N Cajun Boil House is coming soon to 3509 Gerstner Memorial Blvd (the former Logan’s Roadhouse) and will offer Cajun-style seafood boils with shrimp, crab, and other local favorites for casual dining.

Allen Parish schools begin the new school year today with added safety measures like metal detectors (and resource officers on campuses) as new faculty join to guide students.

Superintendent Brad Souileu said the district prepared all summer and is ready to assist parents with supplies or uniform needs.

North Lakeshore Drive's left lane will be closed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Aug.

17 until Sept. 4 for crews to perform duct bank operations (weather permitting).

The 'You Matter!' campaign returns for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to provide mental health support and resources.

Local partners +organize community sessions+ to help residents learn about available services.

The 'You Matter!' campaign returns this September to raise suicide prevention awareness by partnering with local businesses, schools, and churches to share lifeline information (988) across Southwest Louisiana.

McNeese State will open the Field of 68 tournament on Nov.

2, beginning with a game against UAB as the Cowboys aim to showcase their rising program; six games will be played in Rock Hill and two in Sioux Falls.

LSU Tigers will start the 2026 season with a primetime game against Clemson at Death Valley on Saturday, Sept.

5 after being ranked No. 13 in the preseason Coaches Poll - fans can expect matchups with Louisiana Tech, McNeese and SEC rivals throughout the season.

The LaGrange Gators, who finished 1-9 in 2025, are set to improve in the 2026 season as seniors and younger players work to overcome early injuries; Coach Ogbanga said the team is focused on reaching the playoffs.