Southwest Louisiana

Allow me to tell you a quick story about how awesome Toby Keith was and what he did for two Southwest Louisiana Marines one night in Vinton, Louisiana.

From January 22nd through February 1st, this 11-day dining event let's foodies explore places you may have never tried. Here's who is participating.

Take a video tour through Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana, exploring the stories behind some of the area’s most famous graves.

The first full weekend of 2026 gets underway with a big concert and Louisiana’s first major festival of the year. Here's what to do.

Easter 2025 in Southwest Louisiana: Local Events You Don’t Want to Miss!

Ball's Fried Chick-N had THE BEST chicken in SWLA and it appears they're about to reopen. Here's what we know...

Here are some of the craziest things we have seen. What s the craziest thing you have ever seen thrown at a Mardi Gras parade? Please keep it PG.

We have compiled a list of the wealthiest zip codes around the Lake Charles area. Check it out here!

Louisiana State Police are stepping up security for Mardi Gras 2025! Find out about the new safety measures and road closures. #MardiGrasSafety

Mardi Gras favorites traditions you'll only see in the bayou stage. They are very Louisianaish! What do think? If we missed something let us know.

Don't miss the epic radio debut of Diva D and the return of the Zydeco Jamboree this Saturday! what you need to know.

Spring may still be weeks away, but it’s never too early to start preparing your garden in Southwest Louisiana! While the ground might not be ready and a few cold snaps are still in the forecast, now is the perfect time to get ahead. Start propagating seeds indoors for cool-season vegetables like lettuce, kale, and broccoli, and begin mapping out your garden layout. With guidance from the LSU AgCenter’s Vegetable Planting Guide, you can plan for a successful growing season and be ready to plant as soon as the weather warms up. Stay tuned as we walk through each step of the process in the coming weeks!