Good morning, Lake Charles.

Habibi Shriners will host a gala soon to support local families in Lake Charles.

The event aims to raise funds and provide essential assistance (final schedule pending).

Louisiana orchestras are mixing classics with jazz, Cajun and movie scores to attract new audiences (a fresh approach for the nearly 400-year-old art form) by performing in libraries, parks and online shows.

Record diesel prices are costing farmers more as fuel for tractors and trucks nearly doubles from last year—Governor Jeff Landry urged a 90-day export ban—and refineries in Belle Chasse may restart within six months to ease the shortage.

The new Cameron ferry, M/V Holly Beach, is expected to begin service in a few weeks after crew training + certification is completed; meanwhile the current ferry remains in operation for Cameron Parish.

Parents and child caregivers can get expert car seat installation help for free Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lake Charles Fire Department (4200 Kirkman St.) as part of National Seat Check Saturday to support Child Passenger Safety Week.

KPLC’s Rhonda Kitchens and personal trainer Kenya Thomas share a glute-strengthening routine in Lake Charles+ the guide outlines warm-ups using a resistance band, sumo squats and lunges to build balanced strength.

Lake Charles residents are joining a digital detox trend by swapping screen time for analog pastimes like reading, board games, and phone-free walks.

Experts say these low-stimulation activities may boost focus and sleep (a shift toward improved wellness).