Good morning, Lake Charles.

A Sam Houston student rescued a man from choking at a Moss Bluff restaurant on October 5—officials say his quick actions prevented a more serious crisis.

McNeese student Evan Broussard started the Cajun French and Heritage Club at McNeese State University to help students learn and preserve Cajun culture and language.

The club charges a $5 membership fee and will meet monthly at 6 p.m. (Language Lounge Room 308 in Kaufman Hall) while planning future events like movie nights and a gumbo fundraiser if a sponsor is secured.

The LSU Tigers climbed to No. 11 in the AP Top 25 Poll released on October 5.

They will take on South Carolina on Saturday, October 11 at 6:45 p.m. in Baton Rouge and the game will air on the SEC Network.

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.

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.

Voices of Wailing Women Called to Pray

4-8 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Free entry — A powerful gathering for women to unite in prayer and spiritual support.

Daryl Felsberg Comedy Night

8 p.m. — Library Riot — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the larger-than-life comedic talent of Daryl Felsberg in an intimate setting.

Houston Christian vs McNeese State Football

6-9 p.m. — McNeese State University Football Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate homecoming as the Cowboys face off against Houston Christian in an exciting football matchup.

Americas LNG Summit & Exhibition 2025

October 19-21 — L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles — Pricing varies — Major LNG industry event focusing on economic growth and energy transition with strategic and technical conferences.

Josh Gates Live: An Evening of Ghosts and Monsters

7-9 p.m. — Rosa Hart Theatre — Tickets required — Experience eerie tales and thrilling paranormal investigations with Josh Gates from the Discovery Channel.

Wheel Of Fortune Live!

8-9:30 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles — Varies — Spin it to win it with contestants selected from the audience in this interactive game show experience.

Día de los Muertos Festival

2-7 p.m. — Arcade Amphitheater at Lake Charles Event Center — Free admission — Celebrate culture, art, and music at this vibrant festival honoring Día de los Muertos.