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Messiah

Handel’s ‘Messiah’ Christmas tradition continues

Hallelujah! The Lake Charles Messiah Chorus and Orchestra is ready to usher in the true spirit of the season once again. George Frideric Handel’s “Messiah” ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Thursday, December 5, 2024 8:58 am

Capitol One Tower

New hotel possible at site of old Capital One tower

The Lake Area has kept a close watch from afar as the Hertz Tower — better known as the former Capital One tower —  came ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 6:55 am

Local News

Donate to help make sure every child has a gift to open this holiday

Michael Boyer is going to jolly well make sure certain children in his hometown of Westlake find something under the tree Christmas morning. There is ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 1:40 pm

Invest Louisiana

Invest in Louisiana director: Almost everyone’s state income tax will go down some

The 3% state personal income tax for all in 2025 – the new flat tax plan – might favor higher income earners, but almost everybody’s ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 7:58 am

Angel Tree

It’s Giving Tuesday: Make it feel like Christmas (and not just for the kids)

Ignite the true spirit of Christmas by helping others who need it most — and children in particular this holiday season. It’s not too late. ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 4:02 am

southwest louisiana o-gauge model railroad club

All aboard: Club keeps alive childhood memories of model trains

Last year 1,752 children, parents and grandparents visited the Southwest Louisiana O Gauge Model Railroad Club display at the Sulphur Regional Library. Now it’s back ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Saturday, November 30, 2024 2:25 pm

Dale Mann

Radio host Dale Mann dies at 78

On the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 27, Dale Goodman died. The name might be unfamiliar, but not his voice and not his radio personality name, ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Friday, November 29, 2024 1:54 pm

Local News

Louisiana will now have lowest tax rate, highest sales tax

Some wage earners could see a paycheck with a few dollars more next year. Starting Jan. 1, Louisiana will have a flat 3% individual income ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Friday, November 29, 2024 9:12 am

Jingle and Mingle

Jingle and Mingle: The Magical Christmas on Shell Beach Drive benefits construction of Mardi Gras museum

It has been over 10 years since iconic Shell Beach Drive homes have been open to the public. In 2023, the Calcasieu Historical Society’s 38th ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Thursday, November 28, 2024 4:11 am

Business

$90B in energy investments celebrated

Members of Southwest Louisiana’s energy workforce and industry advocates celebrated $90 billion in announced investments in Cameron, Calcasieu, Jeff Davis and Vermillion parishes last week. ... Read more

by Rita Lebleu, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 4:44 am

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