McNeese baseball beat top-seeded Southeastern 15-9 to advance in the Southland Conference Tournament. Head coach Justin Hill praised his team’s offense after key performances from Matt Stancliff and Kaden Schuck.
The cheapest reported price for a gallon of midgrade gas in Calcasieu Parish came in at $3.84 during the week ending May 9.
Cameron Parish schools enrolled four American Indian students in the 2025-26 school year.
The cheapest per-gallon price for diesel gas in Jefferson Davis Parish during the week ending May 9 was $4.89 per gallon.
These ex-Southwest Louisiana area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, May 16.
The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office STAT Unit attended a statewide tactical police training conference earlier this month. The event included advanced exercises aimed at improving law enforcement skills. Officials say participation helps maintain high standards for public safety.
Allen Parish schools enrolled 38 American Indian students in the 2025-26 school year.
These former Southwest Louisiana area high school athletes will take part in events on Friday, May 15.
In Jefferson Davis Parish, the week’s lowest midgrade gas price was $3.97 per gallon as of the week ending May 2.
The McNeese Cowgirls softball team will open their NCAA tournament run against No.19-ranked Arizona State on May 15 at Davis Diamond in College Station. This marks McNeese’s tenth appearance in the tournament after winning the Southland Conference title.
The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office will hold a free child safety seat installation event on May 19 in Jennings. Certified technicians will assist families with proper car seat installation.
Jefferson Davis Parish schools enrolled 48 American Indian students in the 2025-26 school year.
Thursday, May 14 will see these former Southwest Louisiana area high school stars in competition.
Calcasieu Parish schools enrolled 94 American Indian students in the 2025-26 school year.
Drivers in Allen Parish reported a weekly low of $4.89 per gallon for diesel gas in the week ending May 2.
The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office recognized participants of the 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run on May 12. The run supported Special Olympics of Louisiana and highlighted values such as inclusion and community.
McNeese track and field teams are set to compete in this week’s Southland Conference Outdoor Championships hosted by Stephen F. Austin. Several athletes enter ranked among conference leaders across multiple disciplines.
The lowest price for a gallon of diesel gas in Cameron Parish during the week ending May 2 was $4.69, according to customer reports to GasBuddy.
The City of Lake Charles and Sasol are hosting Down on the Farm at Tuten Park this May. Families can enjoy interactive activities including a petting zoo while learning about farm life. The event is free and open to all…
The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office announced its participation in Police Week 2026. The observance honors law enforcement personnel as well as those lost in service. Officials expressed gratitude both to staff members and community supporters.
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