Named for the sulfur mines originally in the area, Sulphur, Louisiana now houses many of the nation's largest and most important petrochemical plants.
John Foster & Wayne Toups Headline '25 Christmas Under the Oaks
Join the 23rd annual Christmas Under the Oaks in Sulphur Dec 4–6, 2025: live music, shopping at Holiday House, carnival rides, carriage rides and even 100 % artificial snowfall in Southwest Louisiana.
Texas Man Dies After Crashing Into A Louisiana Refinery
In the early hours this morning, a crash at the Citgo Refinery rattled Sulphur. The outcome, unfortunately, was tragic but there’s more to this story.
Amber Vincent Benefit Happening This Coming Saturday in Sulphur
This Saturday, the Sulphur community is coming together to support Amber Vincent’s fight against colon cancer with live music, food, auctions, and more — all to help cover medical expenses.
2025 SWLA Halloween And Fall Events
From haunted trails to pet costume parades, Lake Charles is buzzing with Halloween excitement! There's a little something for everyone this spooky season.
Gov. Landry Attends $17 Billion Carlyss LNG Groundbreaking
A new chapter begins in Carlyss as the groundbreaking for a major LNG project unfolds—something that could change the local landscape for years to come.
SWLA Women’s Self-Defense Seminar This Thursday
Free women’s self-defense seminar in Sulphur teaches practical Jiu-Jitsu skills, boosting confidence, safety, and empowerment this Thursday.
When School Starts in SWLA: 2025 Parish-by-Parish Dates
Back to school in SWLA! Find out when classes start in each parish, plus get links to calendars and lunch menus.
Iconic Southwest Louisiana Bar And Deli Closing After 30 Years
After 30 years in SWLA, Wayne & Layne’s Deli and Bar announces its final weekend, bringing an end to a beloved local era of food, music, and community.
Calcasieu School Board Will Cover Student Meal Costs Next Year
In Lake Charles, a big change is brewing in school lunches that has parents feeling uneasy. It's all about funding and what that means for our kids.
Two Teenagers Drown in Private Pond
A quiet Saturday turned tragic in Sulphur as two young lives were lost in a pond. The community is reeling from the news.
Only Two SWLA Hospitals Earned an 'A' for Safety
All the hospitals in Southwest Louisiana received less than stellar grades on patient safety, except for two who got an "A".
McDonald’s Bringing Back Snack Wraps To SWLA Locations
After nearly a decade, McDonald's has announced the triumphant return of a fan favorite to their SWLA restaurants. We have all the details.