Fireworks

In a playful Facebook post, the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office implored citizens to exercise a little restraint and refrain from dialing 911 for mere pyrotechnic displays.

As the Fourth of July celebrations continue, Louisiana officials are urging residents to prioritize safety when handling fireworks.

Many people were disgusted to learn the truth behind the story of how the Roman Candle got its name.

Here are some locations in Lake Charles where you can get your fireworks for the upcoming holiday.

We all know that one of the essential things for anyone's successful New Year's celebration is to let some fireworks off at midnight. Well we have the top five most popular fireworks to buy for your celebration.

The City of Lake Charles is calling for entries into the July 4, Red White Blue & You Parade. All are welcome to join in on the fun from, businesses down to the neighborhood kids. If your interested in participating, entry forms are now being accepted for floats, marching bands, vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and golf carts. Of cour...

The theme for McNeese State's 75th Anniversary Homecoming is "Cowboys Forever.' The homecoming Parade will feature 31 past Homecoming Queens and the Budweiser Clydesdales on October 16th at 7 p.m..

Time to light up the sky for the Fourth of July!  Which Southwest Louisiana towns are planning Independence Day celebrations?

Ain't nothing more American than a big ol' fireworks display on Independence Day.  So just where are we planning to light up the sky for July 4 this year around Southwest Louisiana?  We've got you covered:

The City of Lake Charles is celebrating their 20th annual Red, White, Blue and you 4th of July celebration at the Lake Charles Civic Center today. This years event will incorporate fun family events with a parade, live music, a balloon clown, face painting food and of course the big fireworks show. Here are all the details.

On July 4, 2012, the United States will celebrate its 236th birthday – and in most places, the first big bash of summer! So what’s happening in the Lake Area for this Independence Day? We’ve rounded up all the information on each town’s event so you can figure out how you want to spend your Fourth of July!

The City of Lake Charles is gearing up for their 20th annual Red, White, Blue and you 4th of July celebration at the Lake Charles Civic Center. This years event will incorporate fun family events with a parade, live music, a balloon clown, face painting food and of course the big fireworks show.  Here are all the details.