Good morning, Lake Charles.

The Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana will host an intimate conversation with Willie Mount on Monday, Sept.

14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Ben Mount Auditorium (809 Kirby St.) to discuss her legacy in civic engagement, leadership, and philanthropy.

Louisiana shoppers are favoring Disney-themed costumes for Halloween 2026 as retail searches show classics like Cinderella and Elsa are popular choices.

Preparations are underway for a Saturday celebration (source: HalloweenCostumes.com).

A new study shows Louisiana travelers save money by choosing local airport options, such as paying $9 daily for parking in Shreveport instead of $30 to $60 elsewhere.

The report finds New Orleans’ airport fares average $333.40, which is below the national average of $387.

SOWELA will offer free adult education classes to help residents prepare for the HiSET exam soon on campus.

On Wednesday, Sept. 9, the Calcasieu Parish School Board met privately to discuss the decades-old desegregation case that ended federal oversight.

The board unanimously directed Superintendent Jason VanMetre to work with legal counsel on a parish-wide bonding plan for academic facilities to be submitted in 180 days.

Master Naturalists from Calcasieu Parish are registering for a 2027 workshop series and planning an iNaturalist training on Oct.

17 at Riverside Park — they will also join a shoreline cleanup on Sept. 26 at Sam Houston Jones State Park to promote environmental protection.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced a new nine-day experimental season for black-bellied whistling ducks from Oct.

3 to Oct. 11. Hunters may harvest up to four birds per day – permits are free and standard waterfowl regulations apply.

A new guide lists the best local restaurants on I-10, featuring authentic Cajun and Creole favorites from Crowley to Breaux Bridge.

The guide helps travelers & locals discover a tasty bite during their road trip.