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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Best Vacation Destinations for Louisiana Residents
Are you wanting to take a trip soon? Here are the best places to take a vacation close to home...
![New Movies This Weekend In Lake Charles Theaters](http://townsquare.media/site/159/files/2023/06/attachment-RS39110_GettyImages-638250692-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Movies This Weekend In Lake Charles Theaters
There's no need to look up every movie individually anymore, we have all the trailers in one nice, neat package for you that are showing in theaters this weekend.
![2024-2025 McNeese Basketball Season Tickets Now On Sale](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2024/05/attachment-McNeese-Football.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2024-2025 McNeese Basketball Season Tickets Now On Sale
The McNeese Cowboys are gearing up for another exciting season inside of the Legacy Center! Season Tickets are now on sale, better get them soon!
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Concerts & Events Going On This Holiday Weekend July 5-7
Check out what's happening this weekend in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana.
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Celebrating the 4th of July in Louisiana: Things To Do
Are you looking for a way to celebrate this 4th of July weekend, here's a few things going on in Louisiana this weekend.
![Southwest Louisiana Snow Cone Showdown: Week 2 Results & Rankings](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2024/06/attachment-31.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Southwest Louisiana Snow Cone Showdown: Week 2 Results & Rankings
The Competition is heating up in SWLA as we move to Week 3 of the Snow Cone Showdown 2024!
![Ward 3 Pool Party And A Movie Coming To Lake Charles](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2024/07/attachment-Swimming.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Ward 3 Pool Party And A Movie Coming To Lake Charles
Looking for something unique, different, and fun to do with the kids while they are out of school? This is it!
![Affordable Weight Loss Shots Right Here In Southwest Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/159/files/2024/07/attachment-attachment-huha-inc-OfVESgqrbJc-unsplash-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Affordable Weight Loss Shots Right Here In Southwest Louisiana
The days of paying over $1,000 for weight loss shots are over, and it's way more affordable than you think. We have all the details.
![UPDATE: I-10 in Lake Charles Reopened Following Warehouse Fire](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-07-02-at-10.50.44-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
UPDATE: I-10 in Lake Charles Reopened Following Warehouse Fire
UPDATE: I-10 has reopened and shelter in place has been lifted, according to Louisiana State Police.
![Country Newcomer George Birge Coming To Lake Charles](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2024/07/attachment-George-Birge.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Country Newcomer George Birge Coming To Lake Charles
Here is the 411 on the show.
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Red, White, And Boom Family Event This Week In Moss Bluff
Here are the details for this Wednesday, July 3rd event.
![Golden Hooks Announces A Second Location Coming To Lake Charles](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2024/06/attachment-la4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Golden Hooks Announces A Second Location Coming To Lake Charles
The restaurant made the announcement over the weekend and here is what they had to say.