Located along the western edge of Calcasieu Parish, Vinton is home to Delta Downs and is often the first glimpse many visitors from Texas get of Louisiana.
Get Ready For The Corgi Races At Delta Downs!
Place your bets and head to the racetrack for some serious Corgi action this weekend. We got your details right here!
List Of Christmas Events In Southwest Louisiana
Are you ready for some Christmas cheer? If the answer is yes, then we have a huge list of Christmas events going on in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana.
Delta Downs 2021-22 Thoroughbred Season Starts Oct. 13 In Vinton
The season lasts for 84 days and is full of the heart-pounding live racing action right here in our own backyard.
McNeese Football Game This Saturday Will Be Televised Locally
If you can't make it out to the game, you can watch It on television locally, and here is the channel to catch it.
I-10 Bridge Is Shutdown In Both Directions In Lake Charles And Here’s Why
The Lake Charles Police Department told us that both I-10 East and Westbound are closed until further notice and here is why.
Closures In Southwest Louisiana & Lake Charles Due To Nicholas
As of today, Tuesday, September 14th, here are the closures.
Calcasieu Sheriff's Office Conducting DWI Checkpoint This Friday
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office has announced they will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint somewhere in the parish this Friday evening, July 2.
Lake Charles Red White Blue & You Celebration Returns
This year's fireworks display will feature choreographed fireworks to the music as we all celebrate our country's independence.
Ben Terry Does Our Weather From Houston While Battling Cancer
In this video, ABC 13 in Houston did a great story about Ben Terry forecasting the weather for SWLA in his hotel room while undergoing treatment for cancer.
Why Are Chicken Restaurant Lines so Long in SWLA?
What's up with the chicken panic? Is there a chicken shortage?
Calcasieu Parish Students Eligible To Eat Free Next School Year
All Calcasieu Parish Students are eligible to eat free for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year.
How Much Wind Could a Camper Stand if a Camper Could Stand Wind?
There are a ton of factors to take into consideration when it comes to the durability of your camper in high winds.