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1 gas station in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 25

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 31, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Lake Charles mayor receives national disaster recovery award

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 31, 2025

Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter was honored with the Tommy Longo Disaster Leadership Award at the Louisiana Municipal Association’s annual Mid-Winter Conference on January 28, 2025.

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Which former SW Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Feb. 3?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 31, 2025

These former SW Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Feb. 3.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Calcasieu Parish in week ending Jan. 25?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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High school fire academy launches fall 2025 in Lake Charles

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 30, 2025

The City of Lake Charles, in collaboration with the Lake Charles Fire Department (LCFD) and the Calcasieu Parish School Board (CPSB), has announced a new High School Fire Academy.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Cameron Parish in week ending Jan. 25?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Cameron Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jefferson Davis Parish in week ending Jan. 25?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Davis Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former SW Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 29, 2025

These former SW Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1.

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Higgins introduces bill targeting tax credits for unauthorized workers

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 28, 2025

Congressman Clay Higgins has reintroduced the Safeguarding American Workers’ Benefits Act in Washington, D.C. The proposed legislation aims to prevent individuals without proper work authorization, including illegal migrants, from claiming federal...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Jefferson Davis Parish in week ending Jan. 18

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 27, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jefferson Davis Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Lake Charles updates solid waste collection after winter storm

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 27, 2025

The City of Lake Charles Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division has provided an update on trash and garbage collection following disruptions caused by last week's winter storm.

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Which former SW Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Jan. 30?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 27, 2025

These former SW Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Jan. 30.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Calcasieu Parish in week ending Jan. 18

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 26, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Calcasieu Parish in week ending Jan. 18

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 26, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former SW Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Jan. 29?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 26, 2025

This former SW Louisiana News area high school standout will be in action on Wednesday, Jan. 29.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Jefferson Davis Parish in week ending Jan. 18?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 25, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jefferson Davis Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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SW Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 25, 2025

The following parishes in the SW Louisiana News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jefferson Davis Parish in week ending Jan. 18?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 24, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Davis Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Calcasieu Parish in week ending Jan. 18?

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 24, 2025

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Calcasieu Parish was found at three gas stations in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Hurricane Laura recovery efforts boosted by additional FEMA funding

By SW Louisiana News | Jan 24, 2025

Congressman Clay Higgins has announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will provide an additional $8,820,402.92 in federal grants to support hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana.