Dakota Howard leads the Cowgirls and Javohn Garcia guides the Cowboys—both teams are ready for a huge weekend in ETAM.

The World Famous Gumbo Cookoff takes over Lake Charles this weekend with gumbo tasting, live fun, and Mardi Gras energy as Mike and Scotty bring the party to the stage.

With key hitters back and questions on the mound, McNeese baseball opens the 2026 season at home this weekend.

In Southwest Louisiana, flowers don’t last but crawfish do. Valentine’s Day plans are getting spicy as locals turn to crawfish boils, with Visit Lake Charles sharing where to find them.

Before Mardi Gras festivities begin, see how Calcasieu Parish garbage pickup will be affected.

Mardi Gras in the Zone is back in Lake Charles with a new Downtown location! Family fun, parades, and activities await this Fat Tuesday.

From kid-friendly Mardi Gras in the Zone to the best party spots on Ryan Street, here’s where to watch the Mardi Gras parades in Lake Charles and make the most of Fat Tuesday.

It's time to let the good times roll as Concerts and parades launch Mardi Gras weekend in SWLA. Here's what's happening across the area.

Big fun, great music, and money raised! Check out our recap and watch Dustin Sonnier play classic country live.

City of Lake Charles is closed for Mardi Gras. Here’s what that means for your trash pickup schedule.

Think beads are all you’ll catch? Think again. Discover the wild Mardi Gras throws in Louisiana.

McNeese returns home Monday night to host Houston Christian as the Cowboys look to stay near the top of the Southland Conference standings.