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March 2025

Lake Charles Regional Airport Vital in Boosting Local Tourism and Economy

by Kerri Cooke Any community which has a local airport is blessed with not only a nearby convenient travel option, but also the economic benefits air traffic provides. The Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) boosts tourism as visitors easily access SWLA, a prime location for hunting, sport and casino resorts. […]

March 2025

The Impact of Tourism on SWLA’s Economy

Tourism is a driving force behind economic prosperity and community growth. More than travel, it’s about people, work, and opportunity. Visitor spending extends to industries like finance, insurance, and real estate, while also enhancing Southwest Louisiana’s cultural identity. As tourism grows, so does our ability to offer world-class amenities, attract […]

March 2025

LAIA: One Voice for Regional Industry for 25 years

by Haley Armand Tarasiewicz For 25 years, Lake Area industry Alliance (LAIA) has successfully served as a channel of communication between industry and the community, civic leaders, elected officials, educators, and non-profit organizations. “As the umbrella organization for our 25 member companies, LAIA is committed to providing factual information to […]

March 2025

Life After Traumatic Brain Injury

by Katelynn Mouton Is there life after a traumatic brain injury (TBI)? The common misconception, according to Sonya Brooks, MA, CCC-L/SLP, owner of Hope Therapy Center, LLC, and neurology specialist Jim Marcantel, PT, DPT, is that recovery is impossible or limited to after the first year following the injury. Recovery […]

March 2025

Revolutionizing Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach

by Madelaine Brauner Landry Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) affects how our brains work. Based on recent data compiled by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 2.5 million individuals have TBIs annually, of which approximately 50,000 result in death, and over 80,000 suffer permanent disability. The CDC lists the leading […]

March 2025

Noodling Around Town

by Matt Dye One of the often underrated staples to a number of quality meals is the noodle. Available in many different forms, noodles are a versatile tool used to bring entire dishes together, yet they’re often forgotten in lieu of proteins and sauces. But this month, we’re putting the […]

March 2025

Buon Appetito: The Basics of Italian Noodle Making

Let’s talk about making flats, or noodles. The flour classically used is soft wheat flour “00”. Not all wheat is the same and not all wheat is milled the same way. This particular flour is super-fine, like talcum powder; that’s where the silky feel of real noodles starts. This flour […]

March 2025

For The Love Of Noodles – Which is Healthiest for You?

by Kerri Cooke Noodles get a bad rap, especially due to diet culture. Since noodles are usually high in carbohydrates, those seeking to drop a few pounds are advised to avoid grains at all costs. However, noodles can be part of a healthy diet as they provide fiber, protein and […]

March 2025

First Person: Scott Walker, SWLA CHAMBER ALLIANCE CEO/PRESIDENT

by Kristy Como Armand After one month in his new position as the CEO and President of the Chamber SWLA Economic Development Alliance, Scott Waker is moving full steam ahead, immersing himself in the region’s business community. Walker brings over 20 years of leadership experience in economic development, business management, […]