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April 2026

Don’t Let Your Vehicle Stall Your Vacation

by Kerri Cooke With airports in chaos recently, it might be time to consider a road trip this summer rather than booking a flight. Yes, gas prices are also fluctuating wildly. However, experts expect the wild swings to potentially calm as the year progresses. At least you won’t have to […]

April 2026

Thirteen Thriving 30-Somethings

2026’s Thriving 30-Somethings have very different backgrounds and careers. However, there’s one thing that popped up time and time again when they explained their motivations and what fulfills them. Every single Thriving 30-Something spoke about how important SERVICE is to them. For some, service is directly connected with their faith. […]

April 2026

Lake Area Industry Alliance’s Women in Industry Event Inspires Next Generation of Workforce Leaders

Industry leaders, educators and female high school seniors from across Southwest Louisiana gathered for Lake Area Industry Alliance’s (LAIA) third annual SWLA Women in Industry conference, which took place at the West Cal Event Center in Sulphur. The program was developed to connected female high school seniors interested in pursuing […]

April 2026

Finding Solutions to Your Symptoms, Right Here in SWLA

by Reagan Hooper Powell The Balance Center in Lake Charles is the first and only clinic of its kind in Southwest Louisiana. They specialize in testing and treating balance disorders. Common conditions include vertigo, vestibular migraines and inner ear disorders. Using a noninvasive, evidence-based approach, The Balance Center is committed to […]

April 2026

Book a Staycation for Summer Fun Without Leaving SWLA

Just a short, convenient drive from Houston and Southeast Texas, and right here in Lake Charles, Golden Nugget Lake Charles offers a staycation experience that balances relaxation, entertainment and luxury in one destination. Set along the waterfront with Four Diamond accommodations, lively entertainment and plenty of ways to relax, the resort […]

April 2026

Find Your Strong: How Pilates Is Changing Bodies—and Lives—in Southwest Louisiana

by Kerry Andersen If you’ve been telling yourself you’ll “get back into shape” since, oh, somewhere around 2020, you’re not alone. What if the missing ingredient wasn’t more willpower but the right kind of movement? That’s the philosophy behind EPIC Pilates, the reformer Pilates studio that’s been steadily transforming bodies […]

April 2026

Summer Vacation Showdown: The Call of the Peaks vs. the Lure of the Shore

by Andrea Guthmann The great summer debate begins as soon as the mercury rises: do you cool down by heading to the mountains or enjoy the warm water and waves at the beach? Deer Valley, Utah In winter, ski resorts are bustling with clattering chairlifts and skiers speeding down slopes. But […]

April 2026

Straighten Up: Realign Your Health in a Screen-Focused World

by Katelynn Mouton In today’s screen-driven world, many of us spend hours at a desk, hunched over a computer or smartphone. Over time, this sedentary lifestyle can strain muscles, may cause neck and back pain and even wear down the spacing of the disc, which may lead to degenerative changes […]

April 2026

Supporting Families During Autism Acceptance Month

Raising a child with autism can bring both incredible progress and unexpected challenges every day for parents. Autism Acceptance Month in April is a reminder to families that they are not alone. Support, understanding and the right tools can help parents, caregivers and their children succeed together. As awareness and […]