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October 2025

Feeling Hopeless? How to Choose the Right Mental Health Therapist

by Madelaine Brauner Landry People with mental health conditions have long faced discrimination and stigma, factors which often prevent them from seeking help and fully integrating into society. Mental health conditions affect a significant portion of the population globally, leading to reduced productivity, increased healthcare costs and social unrest. It is […]

October 2025

‘You Matter’-Rhonda Kitchens Spearheads Local Movement

by Kerri Cooke If you walked downtown during the month of September, you couldn’t help but notice the windows of almost every single business painted with the words “You Matter” and “988,” the number to the suicide and crisis lifeline. This message spread throughout Lake Charles and even across parish […]

October 2025

Crying Eagle Brewing Company-Lakefront

Lake Charles’ New Waterfront Restaurant Ushers in a New Era by Kerri Cooke Lake Charles is finally seeing the fruit of long conversations, investment and action in regard to lakefront development in 2025. Port Wonder opened earlier this year, and now the spotlight in on Crying Eagle Brewing Company’s latest […]

October 2025

Smoke & Barrel: A Celebration of Fine Bourbon, Barbecue and Whiskey!

Every fall, Smoke & Barrel returns as one of Lake Charles’ most anticipated fundraising events—a celebration with fine bourbon, great barbecue and incredible live music. This festival is an entire weekend, giving locals and visitors alike the chance to sip and savor while giving back to a worthy cause. Cocktail […]

October 2025

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice: Fall Flavors from local Coffee Shops & Bakeries

by Matt Dye It’s October, which means that fall is nearly here, bringing with it cooler temperatures, longer evenings and a change in flavors. Pumpkin spice and the smell of cobbler and cinnamon hint at the warmth of a fireplace as we move closer to the holiday season. With Halloween […]

September 2025

From Outdoor Kitchens To Patios How to Upgrade Your Outdoor Amenities

by Madelaine Brauner Landry In SWLA, both the climate and culture lend themselves to enjoying the outdoors in the fall. Homeowners search for the most affordable and popular amenities to enhance their personal outdoor living style. But consumers wonder, “which amenities will combine functionality while remaining aesthetically pleasing? How much […]

September 2025

Fall: The Perfect Time to Consider Investing in a Pool

by Kerri Cooke You usually don’t associate fall with swimming. As air temperatures and humidity decrease, the desire to submerge yourself outside can subside. However, just because fall isn’t prime swimming season doesn’t mean pool installations are slowing down. Grant Tassin, sales manager at Sabine Pools, says, “Many families make […]

September 2025

Beyond Landscaping: Transform outdoor spaces with features that add function, fun and value 

When it comes to designing your outdoor space, most people think of fresh sod, flower beds and neatly trimmed hedges. But Ryan Boyd, owner of Twisted Vines, wants you to think bigger. Much bigger. “Landscaping is just the beginning,” Boyd says. “We’re not just planting shrubs. We’re building outdoor lifestyles. […]

September 2025

Fall into Seasonal Planting – Autumn color now and planning ahead for a blooming spring!

As the long, hot days of summer fade, fall brings an opportunity to refresh landscapes with vibrant seasonal color while also preparing for a beautiful spring in your yard. “In Southwest Louisiana, our warm climate and mild winters typically allow for a wide variety of plants that thrive when set […]