Business
Chennault executive director stresses need for collaboration between parishes
It is going to take synergized collaboration between the five parishes of Southwest Louisiana to thrive economically. That’s…
Local News
Two years after switch, Fort Polk’s name returns
Fort Johnson — which was named after World War I Sgt. William Henry Johnson — was renamed Fort…
Crime
7/10: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Jeremiah True Brantley, 31, 4915 Camp Edgewood Road, DeQuincy…
Local News
Sulphur business owner found not guilty of stealing COVID funds
A Sulphur woman accused of stealing nearly $100,000 in federal funds issued to small businesses during the COVID…
Local News
PHOTO GALLERY: Fort Polk renaming ceremony
Fort Johnson, which was named after Albany war hero and World War I Sgt. Henry Johnson, was renamed…
Local News
Sales tax renewal to fund Jeff Davis animal shelter up to voters
Jeff Davis Parish voters will be asked in November to rededicate an existing sales tax to fund the new parish…
life
Geocaching: Playing hide and seek in Sam Houston Jones State Park
At the beginning of June, my best friend of 14 years, Wesley Jackson, and I embarked on a…
life
SW La. nightlife calendar: There’s always something to do
Nightlife Bodega Wine Dive, 3505 Country Club Road — Malbec and Magic, 7-9 p.m. Friday. Cajun Wharf Bar…
Local News
School Board puts off HVAC decision for west side of district
The decision on the HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) contract for the west side of the Calcasieu…
Local News
Citgo tank catches fire during lightning strike
A lightning strike Thursday afternoon ignited a tank fire at the Citgo Lake Charles refinery. Emergency officials have…