About Lake Charles, Louisiana
Situated in Southwestern Louisiana, Lake Charles is a vibrant city known for its dynamic mix of entertainment, history, and natural beauty. Lake Charles is the fifth largest incorporated city in Louisiana, home to over 76,000 residents, and is the educational, cultural, and economic hub of the region, standing out proudly from the rest of Louisiana.
For more about Lake Charles, read: Lake Charles, Louisiana: A Hidden Gem of the South
Local, State, and Federal Government Offices to Close for 2025 Juneteenth Holiday
Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana — Several government offices across Calcasieu Parish, including the offices of the District Attorney, School Board, City of Lake Charles, Parish Assessor, and City of Westlake, will close on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, a...
Lake Charles Utility Work to Cause Right Lane Closure on LA 385 LA 385 (Ryan Street) Southbound June 20
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Partial Lane Closure Scheduled for LA 385 (Ryan Street) in Lake Charles for Utility Improvements LA 385 LA 385 (Ryan Street) southbound in Lake Charles will experience a partial lane closure this Friday, June 20, as utility work is scheduled...
Lake Charles Police Respond to Shooting at Gerstner Memorial Blvd Convenience Store
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Authorities responded to a reported shooting at the King’s Point convenience store on Gerstner Memorial Boulevard in Lake Charles late Monday night, June 16, 2025. The Lake Charles Police Department and other emergency services arrived at the...
Calcasieu Parish Authorities Respond as Lake Charles Hosts ‘No Kings’ Democracy Demonstration
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Residents of Lake Charles gathered at Lock Park on Saturday, June 14, as part of the nationwide 'No Kings' demonstrations. According to their website and those organizing the events, this is a coordinated day of protest focused on concerns...
East Prien Lake Road Lane Closure in Lake Charles to Impact Drivers June 16-17
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LaDOTD) has announced that the eastbound lane of East Prien Lake Road in Lake Charles will be closed to traffic from Louisiana Highway 14 (LA 14) to Derek Drive from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m....
Lake Charles I-210 Lighting Repair Update: Full Westbound Closures June 26 – July 2
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced a series of full closures for Interstate 210 westbound (I-210 WB) in Lake Charles as crews continue to work to repair lighting damaged by Hurricane Laura. The...
Marshland Festival Returns to Lake Charles Event Center July 25-26, 2025 with Music, Food, and Community Spirit
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The 2025 Marshland Festival is set to transform the Lake Charles Event Center into a hub of Louisiana music, food, and community support on July 25 and 26. Known for its origins in Hackberry over three decades ago, the Marshland Festival has...
Lake Charles to Honor Army’s 250th Birthday and Flag Day with Dual Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission (MAFC) will host a special dual ceremony on Saturday, June 14, commemorating the 250th birthday of the United States Army and honoring Flag Day with a flag retirement event. These...
Lake Charles to Host 17th Annual Patriots Ball Honoring Military Service on June 28
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The City of Lake Charles Mayor's Armed Forces Commission (MAFC) will host its flagship fundraising event, the 17th Annual Patriots Ball of Louisiana, on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at L'Auberge Casino Resort's Grand Ballroom in Lake Charles. The...