Local News

Celebrating the people, stories of Jeff Davis: New leaders ready to amplify parish’s assets

Jeff Davis Parish’s new tourism and economic development leaders are charting a future course for tourism and economic…

Teacher of Week

Teacher Charity Ratliff: When students thrive, the community thrives

As a pre-K teacher, Charity Ratliff, 49, provides young students with their first experiences in education. She is…

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…

life

PHOTO GALLERY: Cajun Cowboy Cluster of Dog Shows gets underway

The Calcasieu Kennel Club is hosting its annual Cajun Cowboy Cluster of Dog Shows this weekend with more…

Crime

6/5: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list

The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Justin Ray Brown, 31, 366 Fletcher Road, Westlake —exploitation…

Local News

Council defers zoning decision on pump repair business

The Lake Charles City Council has deferred a decision to rezone a lot for an established business. Phil…

life

Vinton Library to host book-tasting event

Special to the American Press Join the Vinton Library for a unique book-tasting event where you can savor…

Scene

‘Second Threads’: Past, present mesh in new art exhibit

The Black Heritage Gallery will open its latest exhibit — “Sacred Threads: The Art of Ryann Sterling” —…

life

Ruff life: Beauty, brains compete for wagging rights

The Calcasieu Kennel Club will host its annual Cajun Cowboy Cluster of Dog Shows over the weekend. More…

Local News

At the session: See how SW La. lawmakers are voting

Southwest Louisiana legislators, for the most part, have supported the more controversial measures of the current regular session.…