Located along the western edge of Calcasieu Parish, Vinton is home to Delta Downs and is often the first glimpse many visitors from Texas get of Louisiana.
The Rich History of Vinton, Louisiana
Discover how Vinton, Louisiana, became a hidden gem in SWLA, filled with charm, history, and a few surprises.
Jeffrey Osborne Is Coming Back To Southwest Louisiana!
The music legend sold out the last time he was here! If you missed it, here's your chance to the iconic music superstar live! We go the details right here.
Child That Drowned Behind Louisiana Welcome Center Identified, 1-Year-Old Brother Also Found
The body of the child found floating in the water behind a Louisiana Welcome Center has been identified as a 4-year-old boy, according to the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office.
Body of Young Child Found Near Louisiana Welcome Center
Around 3:00 pm on Monday, July 7, deputies with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office were called about a body found in the water behind the Vinton Welcome Center.
Dollar General Confirms Big Changes for Louisiana Shoppers
Dollar General, a retailer with some 615 locations in Louisiana has announced some major changes in the way they'll be doing business. Louisiana shoppers be aware.
Massive Gator Spotted On The Racetrack At Delta Downs In Vinton
They race horses but this alligator wanted to get in on the action in this video.
Louisiana I-10 Drivers Are You Ready to Start Paying Tolls?
Motorists who use I-10 to cross southern Louisiana could soon be paying a toll for the privilege of driving on certain sections of that roadway.
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Opens Several Sandbag Locations
Heavy rainfall will be an issue for residents who live on streets where flooding normally occurs when it rains and for folks living in lowline areas.
Louisiana's Next Round of Severe Storms Comes Later This Week
As one storm system moves out of Louisiana residents are being encouraged to be aware of the state's next severe weather threat which is forecast for later this week.
Watch As Louisiana Bar Patrons Flip Truck Over In Parking Lot
In the video you are about to watch, 20 or so people decided to flip over a truck in the parking lot of a bar in Vinton, Louisiana. Here's the video.