Lake Charles

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.

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Support St. Jude & Win Big – Home, Chevy, $10K Visa & More
Support St. Jude & Win Big – Home, Chevy, $10K Visa & More
Support St. Jude & Win Big – Home, Chevy, $10K Visa & More
Lake Charles is showing up big for St. Jude! Over 5,900 tickets sold already — but there’s still time to get yours. Enter by June 13 to win a zero-turn mower AND be in the running for a stunning $575K dream home, a 2025 Chevy Trax, Visa gift cards & more. All proceeds support lifesaving treatment and research at St. Jude.

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