Good morning, Lake Charles.

City officials are urging families to follow safety tips for Halloween on Saturday, Oct.

31 (reflective costumes), including adult supervision for young trick-or-treaters, using crosswalks, and planning well-lit routes; police will increase patrols in neighborhoods.

The Southwest Louisiana Veterans Fest will bring about 75 resource vendors plus free food, live music, a classic car show, a kid zone, and family activities on Saturday, Oct.

31 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lake Charles Event Center; veterans needing benefits help should bring ID and records.

Light Up the Lake will bring a full day of family activities, holiday art vendors, live music, a new Christmas walking parade, and a lighting ceremony followed by fireworks set to radio music on Saturday, Nov.

28 from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lake Charles Event Center Arcade Amphitheatre, 900 Lakeshore Drive; admission is free, but coolers and pets are not allowed.

Keith Frank will play a free Cowboy Block Party outdoor concert on Friday, Oct.

30 at the Grove/Alumni Center grounds in South Lake Charles. Gates open at 6:00 p.m., he plays at 7:30 p.m., admission is free, and attendees may bring their own drinks.

A Lake Charles private chef is bringing Creole cooking to Los Angeles, showcasing regional dishes to new diners and expanding the city's culinary reach.

Ahead of Halloween, local Cajun folklore recounts Le Feu Follet (a glowing marsh light) that people say lures the unwary deeper into bayous, while scientists note natural gases and other explanations for the sightings.

A severe drought is pushing Beauregard Parish farmers to the brink, with growers reporting failing crops, shrinking hay and pasture for livestock, and mounting financial strain as they scramble for water and relief.

Local cattle producer Luther Winch says his 100% verified, antibiotic- and hormone-free beef is tracked with ID tags and audited by Imi Global to ensure safety, and his operation can currently supply about 500 families of four while he urges stronger inspections at origin and retail.

Health professionals urge extra precautions as Halloween falls on a Saturday for the first time since 2020, warning families to avoid busy roadways, wear bright clothing or reflectors, inspect candy for tampering, and choose age-appropriate treats for children under 5.

Pointe‑Marie is moving into its third phase after selling more than 120 homesites, with 59 new lots prepped for homebuilding and presales underway; home prices range from $500,000 to over $1 million and a village square plus commercial district line River Road (adjacent to L’Auberge).