Local News
Chamber CEO: ‘We can’t accept the status quo’
Scott Walker, the new president and CEO of the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance, told Calcasieu Parish police ... Read more
Author: Ashlyn Little | American Press
life
At 100, Emma Frazier still helps at church and visits residents in nursing homes
“Resilient” is one word Emma Frazier’s children use to describe their mother. Born June 2, 1925, she has ... Read more
Crime
UPDATE: Eight counts of attempted murder added in child abuse case
Patrick Seth Greene, a teacher and coach at Sulphur High School’s ninth grade campus, is now facing eight ... Read more
Crime
Arrest made in arson attempt at DeRidder church
A 34-year-old Rosepine man has been arrested following an arson attempt over the weekend at First Baptist Church ... Read more
Crime
Sulphur coach accused of stabbing 6-year-old
Patrick Seth Greene, a teacher and coach at Sulphur High School’s ninth grade campus, has been arrested in ... Read more
life
Summer is when blood donors are needed most
Blood donations are needed year round, but summertime is when donations lack the most. Blood is only good ... Read more
Local News
Veterans partner with non-profit for post-storm roof repair kits
Southwest Louisiana has seen its fair share of blue tarps on homes in recent years. With hurricane season ... Read more
Local News
Police Jury recognizes Taylor for 44 years of service
During the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s most recent meeting, the panel recognized the retirement of Ben Taylor Jr., ... Read more
life
UPDATE: Future promising for British sailboat that washed ashore in Johnson Bayou
United Kingdom native Alex Carter has been in Louisiana for three weeks tending to his beloved Acid Rain. ... Read more
life
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park opens in Lake Charles
Just in time for summer, locals have an exciting new vacation option with the opening of Yogi Bear’s ... Read more