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Why Is Louisiana Laughing More Than Any Other State?
Here's a little something for those constantly throwing shade on us here in Louisiana. We aren't listening to you! We're too busy laughing!. I'm not making this up. In a recent Infographic from boredpanda.com, we learn that when it comes to online laughter, nobody's laughing as hard as those of us here in the Bayou State!
Louisiana Festivals & Events July 20 – August 3, 2024
Throughout the year in Louisiana, there is a festival every weekend. The celebration of music, food, culture, history, and tradition. The holidays are also a special time of year for festivals. There are 400 Louisiana festivals and events every year. Some are enormous and others are quite small, but who...
Cheyenne’s Been Living In The Shelter For 4 Months Now And She’s Looking For Her New Home
A little over 4 months ago we introduced you to Cheyenne. Cheyenne is a 7-year-old hound mix that was just dropped off at The Humane Society's Pets Fur People in Tyler and left for the staff to take care of her. That's exactly what Pets Fur People has done, but...
ALERT: Food Sold At H-E-B In Texas Recalled Due To “Foreign Material”
Mustard Potato Salad from Reser’s Fine Foods sold in Texas via H-E-B has been pulled from store shelves. Here's what is known at the time of writing. As reported by the US Food & Drug Administration, the food was recalled recently. The release was put out on July 9th, 2024. Per the FDA, the food was removed from shelves due to one major issue: something was found in the product that shouldn't be in it.
Win Chris Brown 11:11 Tour Tickets Inside The KISS App
DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND (and yall getting on Melz last nerve) WE'RE GIVING YOU A CHANCE TO WIN EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH THE KISS APP!. Chris Brown's "11:11 Tour" is one of the hottest shows of the summer and yall have been sending us emails, calling and messaging us DAILY about tickets.
Major Crash Shuts Down I-10 in Lafayette
Another major crash has shut down I-10. Multiple sources report that a major crash has led to the shutdown of I-10 westbound near I-49 in Lafayette. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and to seek an alternate route. Here's a statement from the Lafayette Pollice Department:. "Traffic is being...
New Exotic Jet Cars Making Their Way To South Padre Island, Texas
We've all seen an amazing watercraft on Texas waters. During a Lone Star State summer, you are bound to see boats take to the water. There so many different types that take to the seas as well. Some pretty small, others gigantic in size. There are certain watercraft that look...
Cool Front Pushing Further Southward, Cooler Days for Louisiana?
The heat is on in Louisiana and we will take any type of break from the extreme temperatures this summer. Fall is still several weeks away and the days of cool fronts in Louisiana are nowhere near, however, we may see a cool front reach some southern states in the days ahead.
Food Network’s ‘The Great Food Truck Race’ Comes To Lake Charles, Louisiana
The Food Network came to Southwest Louisiana to film an episode of its popular reality show, 'The Great Food Truck Race,' featuring star chef and host Tyler Florence. This cooking competition, which started in 2010, comprised of six to nine teams to test their staying power in the challenging food truck industry.
7 Famed Texas Places to Visit in One Weekend This Summer
Though it likely won't come as a surprise to any native Texan, the truth is the Lone Star State is chock-full of iconic places to visit. I grew up in Tyler, Texas and learn something new about the Lone Star State daily. Many of us haven't even had a chance to see everything Texas has to show us. And since Texas is enormous, it would take quite a while to see all there is to see. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't try if we want, right? Plus, with summertime in full swing, now would be the time to take off and see what all Texas has to offer.
Louisiana High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Louisiana want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Louisiana high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
Stunning Texas Star William Beckmann Bringing New Music To Salado
Salado, Texas has very unique experience awaiting you this Friday night as William Beckmann will be playing on the Performance Foodservice stage at Johnny's Steaks and Bar-b-que as a part of the Lonestar Concert Series. Thus far in the 2024 season, there have been so many memorable nights with the likes of legacy artists like Shenandoah and Clay Walker, to surprising up and comers like Treaty Oak Revival and Flatland Cavalry, to 30 year mainstays like Gary Allan.
Breaux Bridge Man Drowns After Car Plunges into Pond
Louisiana State Police released a statement that a Breaux Bridge man died after crashing into a private pond. Early Sunday morning, around 7:00 a.m., a Louisiana State Trooper was called to investigate the accident, which took place on Louisiana Highway 93 south of Grand Lake Drive in St. Landry Parish.
CHECK IT OUT: You Can Rent This Awesome Tower in New Iberia, Louisiana
NEW IBERIA, La. (KPEL News) - If you need to get away, AirBnb has plenty of great options no matter where you're staying. But there are some pretty unique stays in and around south Louisiana that are always worth checking out. One of those is right in the heart of...
The Top 10 Weirdest High School Mascots in Texas
The funny thing about your strange high school mascot is you may not have even realized how strange it was growing up. Especially if you grew up rooting for the Wampus Cats, right? It seemed so normal to you 'till right now. My high school mascot was a knight, which...
The 10 Times When Texans Should Call 311 & Not 911
From Houston, TX to El Paso, TX, across every tiny town in The Lone Star State, 911 operators determine the course of action needed when there's a citizen is having an emergency. But what if it's not an emergency?. 911 is the number we drill into our kids' heads and...
Austin, Texas Serial Killer Responsible For Another New Body?
Austin, Texas was barely into the long 4th of July holiday weekend when another body turned up in what is being called the dumping ground for an alleged serial killer plaguing the downtown area locally referred to as the Rainey Street Ripper. Austin's Lady Bird Lake has reportedly been the final destination for no less than a dozen people in just the past two years with a majority of them being eleven men ranging in ages from 30 to 59.
Man Wins $100,000 With Lottery Strategy From Watching ‘Lottery Changed My Life’
Is there a strategy to winning the Lottery? Well, there might be... If you've ever seen "Lottery Changed My Life" on TLC, you might remember the episode where a former Lottery winner shared what he claims was his strategy for winning. A South Carolina man says he's been using the...
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza to Open Restaurants Inside Louisiana Walmart Stores
Exciting news for pizza lovers in Louisiana! Mr. Gatti's Pizza is planning to open new restaurants inside Walmart stores across the state. This means you can now enjoy delicious pizza while you shop. Wikipedia. Wikipedia. What is Mr. Gatti's Pizza?. Mr. Gatti's Pizza is known for its tasty pizza, fresh...
McNeese Star Linebacker Named As First Team Preseason All-American
LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA: The preseason football awards have begun for McNeese linebacker Micah Davey when on Monday, he was named first team All-American by FCS Football Central. Davey is one of three players from the Southland Conference to earn a spot on the team and the only first-team selection. Southeastern’s...
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