Amma Siriboe
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Marsh Madness expected to bring $2 million to SWLA economy
Opening day for Marsh Madness is Monday, March 6. 40 basketball teams will compete against one another to advance and win the state championship. → Read More
SWLA restaurants offer seafood specials for those observing Lent
It’s the first Friday of Lent, a time of year where many Christians give up their guilty pleasures for 40 days. → Read More
Port of Lake Charles removing dormant chemical tanks near Fournet Street
New activity at a site housing chemical tanks near Fournet Street has residents wondering what is going on. → Read More
King Gabriel’s Parade rolls through Lafayette
The King Gabriel’s parade rolled out today in Lafayette, the first of three parades in the hub city. → Read More
General Pershing Dr. house fire claims third life
The tragic house fire on General Pershing Drive Saturday has claimed a third life. → Read More
Local hat designer shares her unique approach to Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras costumes are not the only thing you can wear to jazz up your look as the season approaches. → Read More
Calcasieu Correctional Center moves to electronic mail system
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office has transitioned to an electronic mailing system for inmates to provide incarcerated people with quicker and more efficient ways of contacting friends and family. → Read More
DeQuincy man glad to be alive after strong winds toss mobile home
The storm sent Ash to the emergency room after his home lifted off the ground while he was still inside. → Read More
Residents outside city limits raise concern over lack of fire hydrants
A community just outside of Lake Charles is asking officials for help getting hydrants after a recent house fire. → Read More
McNeese outlines majors with highest enrollment as students return for Spring semester
The University says roughly 6,000 students are expected to enroll at McNeese for the Spring 2023 semester. → Read More
Suspect arrested in Beauregard Parish’s first homicide of 2023
A manhunt for the suspect in the case, Hank Robert Windham, 45, of Starks, lasted all night before Windham was arrested around 8 a.m. on George Windham Road, according to the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office. → Read More
Dietitian weighs in on healthy meal choices to start the new year
A local dietitian provided tips for New Year’s resolutioners looking to improve their health. → Read More
Staying safe while celebrating the new year with fireworks
Fireworks are the center of attraction around the holidays. But the cost of using the explosive device can land you in the E.R., if not used with caution. → Read More
SWLA plumber thaws frozen pipes as arctic blast comes through
We followed a local plumber and got some advice on dealing with this frigid temperatures. → Read More
Warming center open for homeless residents in Lake Charles
It’s a warming center, not a shelter and if you are experiencing homelessness during these cold frigid temperatures in Lake Charles or Sulphur, there are places you can go to warm up and grab a snack. → Read More
McNeese art majors showcase work at an art sale
Fully crafted pieces, handmade oil paintings, ceramic pottery, and more were displayed today at McNeese State University for their annual holiday art sale. → Read More
Grandmother who lost grandson in drunk driving crash does her part to keep the roads safe
The message this season as the holidays approach, celebrate responsibly. → Read More
Louisiana sees recent rise in STI cases
Health experts are concerned about increasing numbers of STD's nationwide, as well as here in SWLA. → Read More
New treatment uses amniotic membrane to treat dry eye
We learned about a new treatment option available in the Lake Area, and it comes from a place you might not expect. → Read More
Fall Harvest Festival brings Halloween to life
Children and parents were in Halloween spirit at the Fall Harvest Festival in Lake Charles. → Read More