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April is Just Imagine SWLA Month

Apr 01, 2026 02:59PM ● By Kelsey Swire

Southwest Louisiana has a packed April ahead, with a monthlong series of community events tied to a 50-year resilience master plan for Calcasieu and Cameron parishes.

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SOWELA Students Advance to Nationals After Strong SkillsUSA Showing

Mar 31, 2026 03:41PM ● By Kelsey Swire

In total, SOWELA students brought home 23 medals, including 10 gold, 10 silver and three bronze...

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Attorney Gordon McKernan Launches Sixth Annual 'Gordon’s Grads' Laptop Giveaway for Louisiana High School Seniors

Mar 31, 2026 03:31PM ● By Kelsey Swire

The Gordon’s Grads giveaway will award 15 free laptops to Louisiana seniors heading to college or trade school in 2026.

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International Culture Festival Returns to LC in 2026

Mar 30, 2026 01:03PM ● By Kelsey Swire

...the 2026 International Culture Festival is expanding its reach, experiences, and impact across Southwest Louisiana.

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Visit Lake Charles Welcomes First NJCAA Dream on 3 Recipient

Mar 30, 2026 11:06AM ● By Kelsey Swire

Her visit is part of a new partnership between Dream On 3, a Charlotte-based nonprofit that creates sports-themed experiences for young people with life-altering conditions, and the NJCAA...

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An Open Letter to Poke Nation from Heath Schroyer

Mar 26, 2026 01:15PM ● By Kelsey Swire

"Lake Charles, this isn’t goodbye, it’s simply see you later... Thank you… for everything. I’m humbled, grateful, and forever proud of what we built together."

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