Cindy S. Loar, 72, passed away peacefully on Jan. 29, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born and raised in Lake Charles to Julian Henry Smith and Edna Bell Istre Smith, Cindy lived a life full of ...

Louisiana is shaped by a rich blend of industries, from energy and agriculture to technology and tourism. How much do you ...

We reached out to FEMA to learn why those in trailers are being asked to leave. While the agency won’t discuss specific cases, it cites that of the 2,400 households provided temporary housing after ...

Merchants’ Parade - Kick off your Mardi Gras weekend with the dazzling 2025 Merchants’ Parade happening on Friday, February ...

Special to the American Press The city of Lake Charles, Lake Charles Fire Department and the Calcasieu Parish School Board are announcing a new partnership that will establish a High School Fire ...

The Archbishop of New Orleans has dismissed Second Harvest Food Bank’s leadership after the nonprofit refused to contribute $16 million toward the Archdiocese’s bankruptcy claims related to sexual ...

Professional rodeo competitors from across the nation will vie for nearly $250,000 in cash and prizes as they compete in ...

Starting in Gueydan, the trail ride spans much of southwest Louisiana, passing through Lake Arthur, Jennings, Welsh and Iowa ...