Named for the sulfur mines originally in the area, Sulphur, Louisiana now houses many of the nation's largest and most important petrochemical plants.
![Louisiana Special Session Ends: New Map, Closed Primary Approved](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/07/attachment-Louisiana-Legislature-WWL-TV-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Special Session Ends: New Map, Closed Primary Approved
The first special session of the Louisiana Legislature for 2024 ended three days ahead of schedule, and new congressional map and closed primaries got the approval of lawmakers.
![Funeral Services Announced For Louisiana Music's Jo-El Sonnier](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2024/01/attachment-Jo-El-Sonnier.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Funeral Services Announced For Louisiana Music's Jo-El Sonnier
Jo-El Sonnier passed away last Saturday after a show and now his funeral arrangements have been announced and we wanted to share them with you.
![UPDATE - DOTD & Troop D Southwest Louisiana Road Closures](http://townsquare.media/site/160/files/2021/01/GettyImages-1228424936.jpg?w=980&q=75)
UPDATE - DOTD & Troop D Southwest Louisiana Road Closures
Check back regularly as this post will be updated throughout the day.
![The Best King Cakes In Southwest Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/159/files/2024/01/attachment-king-cake3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Best King Cakes In Southwest Louisiana
Tis the season for SWLA residents to gorge themselves on King Cakes. But where are the best King Cakes in Southwest Louisiana?
![Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Provides Shelters For The Homeless](http://townsquare.media/site/160/files/2024/01/attachment-GettyImages-1244057650.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Provides Shelters For The Homeless
Info about shelters that are open for any person experiencing homelessness and needing to get out of the freezing temperatures.
![Things To Do In Lake Charles & SWLA This Weekend Jan. 5-7](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2018/01/Mardi-Gras-King.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Things To Do In Lake Charles & SWLA This Weekend Jan. 5-7
Are looking to get out and have some fun or just looking for something to do? Good News, we have a list of things going on in the area this weekend.
![10 Of The Best Places To Get King Cake In Lake Charles, LA](http://townsquare.media/site/160/files/2023/01/attachment-King-Cake-Facebook-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
10 Of The Best Places To Get King Cake In Lake Charles, LA
Who has the best King Cake in Southwest Louisiana? See if your favorite bakery made the list.
![Do You Know The Actual Name Of The I-10 Bridge In Lake Charles?](http://townsquare.media/site/159/files/2021/05/Lake-Charles-Bridge-Google-Maps.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Do You Know The Actual Name Of The I-10 Bridge In Lake Charles?
If your guess is the Calcasieu River Bridge, that would be incorrect. Here is the actual name and other interesting facts about the bridge.
![Locally Owned Restaurant In Sulphur Announces They Will Close](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2023/11/attachment-Bannana-Split.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Locally Owned Restaurant In Sulphur Announces They Will Close
Several restaurants have closed in the past couple months here in SWLA and we are sad to have to report that another one in will be closing as well.
![Sulphur Family Won Big On Family Feud Plans To Donate Winnings](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2023/05/attachment-Family-Fued-Portie.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Sulphur Family Won Big On Family Feud Plans To Donate Winnings
Here is a feel-good story to start your day off. This local family is taking their good fortune and helping others. Here are the plans for the $20,000 they won.
![When Is The Sulphur Whataburger Going To Open?](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2023/10/attachment-IMG_2297.jpg?w=980&q=75)
When Is The Sulphur Whataburger Going To Open?
The biggest question over the last few weeks has been WHEN will the Sulphur Whataburger open? Well we've got some good news for you!
![Whataburger In Sulphur Could Be Opening Soon. Here's What We Know](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2023/10/attachment-IMG_2296.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Whataburger In Sulphur Could Be Opening Soon. Here's What We Know
SWLA, y'all better get ready, because it looks like Whataburger could be here pretty soon. Here's what we know...