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April 2025

Smart Money Moves: Build a Strong Financial Future In Your 30s

by Kristy Como Armand Your 30s are a pivotal time for financial growth. By now, you are likely established and advancing in your career, earning a larger salary and making significant life decisions, such as buying a home, starting a family, or investing for the future. “If you haven’t already, […]

March 2025

Rum Revival Weekend Returns to Lake Charles with a Miami Vice Twist

Get ready to step into a tropical paradise with a retro twist as Rum Revival Weekend returns to Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday, April 6th. This year’s event takes an island-inspired atmosphere to the next level with a Miami Vice theme, blending the neon-lit energy of 1980s South Beach […]

March 2025

Spring Forward: Local Events Offer Something for All Ages

by Kerri Cooke SWLA is not only rich in culture, but also blessed with a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Lake Charles and surrounding cities host a plethora of local and national events, an impressive feat for a region of our size. The diversity of educational events and entertainment options […]

March 2025

Spring Event Planner

Exhibits 1911 Historic City Hall & Cultural Center Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Free admission cityoflakecharles.com Through March 8 RealArt DeRidder Showcasing the talent of local artists, the gallery is focusing on embracing greater diversity in its exhibitions. Through March 8 Krewe of Contraband 60th Diamond Anniversary This exhibit promotes the […]

March 2025

COOL JOBS: Derrick & Paul – Event Planners

by Kerri Cooke Derrick and Paul have been a well-known secret in the wedding business for years. Now, they are the exclusive caterers for the Calcasieu Marine National Bank. However, to label them as simple caterers would be a disservice to the work they do, which far exceeds your average […]

March 2025

Family Works: Lustre – Vintage, New and Bridal Jewelry for the Accessory Enthusiast

by Kerri Cooke Last year, a new sign was erected at 3308 Ernest St., replacing Jewels by Mitchell. Promising a luxurious experience, the store rebranded to Lustre after a change in ownership. Olivia Trahan, who had run the store for nine years, took over the reins after doing a buy-out […]

March 2025

Protecting Your Dress of Dreams: Wedding Dress Preservation

by Kerri Cooke So much time and money is spent finding the perfect wedding dress. While the main concern of a bride is feeling beautiful on her wedding day, it’s important to look to the future and take steps to protect your investment. Perhaps you will want to wear your […]

March 2025

Basqueing in Bridal Gowns

by Kerri Cooke Official engagement season ended with Valentine’s Day, so if you’re one of the women who gladly accepted the proposal from your loved one, now is the time to begin dress shopping. The market for wedding dresses is vast, so how do you even begin the search without […]

March 2025

A Dentist’s Life

A 2023 report from the American Dental Association estimated that there are 60 dentists per every 100,000 people in the country. It’s a rather common profession. And while dental care falls under a different category than traditional healthcare, it’s important to maintain your dental health, as poor hygiene not only […]