Founded in 1861 in Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles is the fifth largest city in the state, home of McNeese University, and is an industrial leader in Southwest Louisiana.

Godsmack Performing In Lake Charles Early Next Year
Godsmack ruled the airwaves and stages in the late 90s and early 2000s. They'll be bringing all their greatest hits to Lake Charles to rock your face off in early 2024.

PokeCast Returns Tonight With Coach Gary Goff And More
PokeCast returns after the Thanksgiving break tonight hosted by McNeese sports insider Jim Gazzolo, right here on The Lake.

Free Christmas Trees For Veterans In Lake Charles Dec. 3
A SWLA Mardi Gras krewe and a local business are giving away Christmas Trees to our Veterans to make their holidays brighter. Here's what you need to know.

McNeese Releases 2024 Baseball & Softball Schedules
We are less than 80 days away from Opening Day for both Baseball & Softball! Here is what the 2024 McNeese Schedules will look like...

Avoid I-10 Bridge In Lake Charles For Next Few Days & Here's Why
If your commute takes you over the I-10 bridge, you will want to make plans to change your route this week and here's why.

Travis Tritt's Tour Makes A Stop In Lake Charles In December
He is going to be in Southwest Louisiana before you know it. Here's all the details on the concert.

New Movies On Thanksgiving Day In SWLA Theaters
If you're looking for something to do with your family and friends this Thanksgiving after you've eaten and watched some football, we got some new movies you should check out at Lake Charles theaters.

Several Pokes Selected To Southland All-Conference Team
Several McNeese Cowboy football players were honored with Southland All-Conference honors and we have all the details.

Louisiana Band To Participate In Macy's Thanksgiving Da
How awesome is this! A pair of local SWLA Band Directors are going to be participating in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Breaking News: Ford Dealership In DeRidder Is Currently On Fire
We are sad to have to report that a locally owned car dealership in Deridder, Louisiana is currently on fire. Here's what we know.