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Louisiana tribes restore river cane to preserve their culture and the environment
Rose Fisher Greer and her daughter are the only basket weavers left in the Jena Band of Choctaw Indians, a tribe based in central Louisiana. To practice her craft, Greer needs river cane. For that, she has to go into Kisatchie National Forest, and she’s the only person in her tribe willing to make the […] The post Louisiana tribes restore river cane to preserve their culture and the environment appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Boogie Down the Bayou – A fundraiser to support veterans, fallen first responders
DENHAM SPRINGS – On Sunday, July 21st, the Louisiana VFW District 8 is hosting a heartfelt fundraiser for the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting America’s heroes. The event, aptly named “Boogie Down the Bayou,” will take place from 11 AM to 7 PM.
LSU Captures Eight Individual Honors on the LSWA All-Louisiana Track & Field Team
BATON ROUGE – Seven LSU athletes earned top honors in the 2024 Louisiana Sports Writers Association’s All-Louisiana Track and Field team announced this weekend. A panel of track media/communications members nominated and selected the award winners for both men and women. A list was also compiled with the aide of the Track & Field Results Reporting System of the athletes that are honored All-Louisiana best times.
The Cajun Music and Food Festival returns for the 37th year
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - All day Saturday, Southwest Louisiana let the good time roll at the annual Cajun Music and Food Festival. “It started as a small organization here in Lake Charles and it’s just been bigger and bigger ever since. This is kind of our cumulating moment after a year’s worth of planning,” said Board member of the Cajun French Music Association of Lake Charles Charmaine Anderson.
Color Outside the Lines at the Next Start Corporation Parent Cafe’
If you’re a parent or caregiver looking for a supportive, engaging community, join the Start Corporation on Friday, July 26th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Start Community Health Center Auditorium at 235 Civic Center Blvd, Houma. The “Coloring Outside of the Lines” Parent Cafe’, where broken...
Shreveport Conn's Home Plus closing as national furniture retailer faces bankruptcy
As you drive down Youree Drive in Shreveport you can see large posters plastered to the windows of Conn's Home Plus-- the signs read "Store Closing and Entire Store 30% to 50%." Conn's is a furniture, mattress, electronics and appliance store-- headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. It was founded in...
Popular Discount Chain Closing Lafayette Store
Lafayette has seen a handful of businesses close in the last year. Small, locally-owned businesses aren't the only ones feeling the heat right now; major retailers have also started trimming down their locations to cut costs. The once-popular discount retailer Big Lots recently announced that it would be closing 40...
JP12U Softball All-Stars wins game at Little League State Tourney
By scoring multiple runs in the odd numbered innings, the Jackson Parish 12U girls All-Stars beat Moss Bluff 12-2 to even their record at the Little League state tournament played July 12-16 at St. Julien Park in Broussard, LA. The victory kept JP12U alive in the seven team, double elimination...
People in Cade gather to express opposition of landfill expansion
Community members in Cade gathered for a town meeting in opposition to the expansion of a nearby landfill. Homeowners gathered at St. Anthony's Chapel on Friday, July 19, after recently launching an online petition against expansion of the landfill behind Burke Road in Cade.
UL signee taking important steps at higher level with Cane Cutters
Two months ago, Mark Collins was playing high school baseball at Class 1A Opelousas Catholic. UL associate head baseball coach Seth Thibodeaux, who wanted the Ragin' Cajuns' signee to be tested, got Collins a summer opportunity with the Acadiana Cane Cutters, where he's the only position player who will be an incoming freshman.
Thibodaux Regional Swim Team Results
The Thibodaux Regional Swim Team demonstrated remarkable talent and dedication at the USA Age Group Long Course State Competition, held from July 11th to 14th at the LSU Natatorium. AJ Lafont and Kason Lirette secured individual state championship titles, highlighting their exceptional skills. The team also achieved multiple top-eight individual finishes, showcasing their competitive spirit. Additionally, three swimmers qualified to represent Louisiana at the upcoming Zone competition, further emphasizing their prowess and potential on a larger stage. This achievement reflects the hard work and commitment of the athletes and coaches, marking a significant milestone for the Thibodaux Regional Swim Team. AJ Lafont emerged as the state champion in the 50 Free for the 13-14 Male Division, while Kason Lirette claimed the state champion title in the 200 Free for the 9-10 Male Division. The Louisiana All-Star Zone qualifiers include AJ Lafont, Bree Usey, who is qualifying for the second year, and Hunter Gaubert.
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