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McDonald’s Drops 13 Beloved Menu Items Forever
Since 1948 McDonald’s has been serving America breakfast, lunch, and dinner, internationally since 1967. My kids love Mickie D's. They've substituted my family dinners while on the go many times. That's for sure! We've probably had just about everything on the menu by now too. PEOPLE reports the famous...
Louisiana Meteorologist Donald Jones Discusses Hurricane Beryl
Hurricane Beryl is breaking all kinds of records as it wrecks the Caribbean with its Category 5 Hurricane strength. Currently, Hurricane Beryl is expected to make landfall in Northeast Mexico or the panhandle of Texas sometime this coming Sunday. We are still seven days out from landfall so stay tuned to on-air and on our mobile app for the latest information as the storm nears the Gulf Coast.
Dog Almost Ruins Ree Drummond’s Daughter’s Gender Reveal!
The Pioneer Woman Rea Drummond's daughter recently shared the news on social media that she and her husband were expecting their first child. Now, they're sharing a gender reveal that was hilariously nearly ruined by the couple's adorable Golden Retriever, George. “We can’t wait to meet you, little one,” she...
Morgan Wallen Not Amused After Fan Throws a Phone at Him During Show [Watch]
Morgan Wallen had no time for a fan who threw her phone at him during a recent tour stop. In the video shared on X, the country singer is in the middle of singing "Cowgirls" when a well-manicured hand emerges from the bottom of the screen and launches the device toward him.
Oak Ridge Boys Singer William Lee Golden’s Son, Rusty, Dead at 65: ‘I Love You, Son’
Oak Ridge Boys singer William Lee Golden is mourning the death of his son, William "Rusty" Golden. According to a press release, the Country Music Hall of Famer's son died on Monday (July 1) at the age of 65 at his home in the Nashville suburb of Hendersonville, Tenn. “This...
Affordable Weight Loss Shots Right Here In Southwest Louisiana
The days of paying over $1,000 for weight loss shots are over, and it's way more affordable than you think. We have all the details. You've probably heard the horror stories of your cousin's, friend's, roommate's, uncle's, co-worker having to pay over a grand a month for weight loss shots because their health insurance doesn't cover it in Louisiana. That's no longer the case here in SWLA.
Forecasters Warn Texas, Do NOT Turn Your Back on Hurricane Beryl
Hurricane Beryl is a monster of a storm. It has already set a record for the earliest (in hurricane season) Category 5 Atlantic hurricane. As of Tuesday morning (7/2), Beryl has topped sustained winds of 160 mph. Jamaica Beware. There are many uncertainties about the strength and direction of Beryl...
TikToker Can’t Identify Celebrity at Airport; She Responds ‘It’s Me’
In the most 2024 thing that ever 2024ed, TikToker Richmond Staunton Keeling (@richmondkeeling) captured the moment when, while waiting parked at arrivals at the airport, he saw numerous people walking up to the woman standing in front of his vehicle and asking her for photos. Not knowing who this person...
Here’s What Lainey Wilson Would Sound Like Without a Southern Accent
If you've ever wondered what Lainey Wilson might sound like without her signature southern accent, you're in luck. Wilson is as country as it comes, but she has a unique talent of shaking her country twang... at least briefly. In a recent interview on TODAY, WIlson joins host Willie Geist,...
Fans React as Ailing Willie Nelson Cancels Another Show
Willie Nelson has canceled another of his scheduled live appearances, and fans turned to social media to share plenty of thoughts, from concerns and well wishes to angry complaints. What New Shows Will Willie Nelson Miss?. The 91-year-old country legend will not appear at the Outlaw Music Festival Tour stop...
UPDATE: I-10 in Lake Charles Reopened Following Warehouse Fire
(Lake Charles, Louisiana) - UPDATE (11:20am) - From the Louisiana State Police, the shelter in place has been lifted, I-10 is now open. A BioLab representative released an announcement regarding the incident including actions taken to ensure the safety of the residents of Lake Charles and surrounding areas - BioLab...
70 Years Ago Today: The World Was Introduced to Elvis Presley
If you take a look around in 2024, you can still find a ton of things that will remind you of Elvis Presley. But there are only a few of us who will remember being there and hearing an Elvis song on the radio for the first time ever on July 2, 1954.
5 Louisiana Towns People Are Leaving ASAP
Louisiana, known for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and unique heritage, has always been a beloved part of the United States. However, several towns in the state are experiencing significant population declines as residents seek opportunities elsewhere. In a recent article by Pona Post, they compiled a list of a...
Luke Bryan is Still Waiting to Hear if ‘American Idol’ Will Invite Him Back
American Idol is set to return in 2025, but Luke Bryan says that the judging lineup for next season is still up in the air. "It's been something Disney has been really tight-lipped about with me and Lionel [Richie] and Ryan [Seacrest]," Bryan explains in a new interview with Billboard.
The Only 8 Country Songs to Ever Sell More Than 10 Million Copies
Country music has been more popular than ever in America over the last few years. This can be clearly seen by sales and streams of country songs in the past 10 years. The Only 8 Country Songs to Ever Sell More Than 10 Million Copies. In music, it's a status...
Miranda Lambert’s ‘Dammit Randy’ Includes a Very Special Co-Writer [Listen]
Miranda Lambert's new song "Dammit Randy" is right in the country superstar's wheelhouse — independent, story-focused and country as heck — but it's clearly a step in a new direction, too. For one thing, the song features a co-writer that fans haven't seen from her before, even though...
Country Newcomer George Birge Coming To Lake Charles
Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana are quickly becoming the destinations for country music artists to put on their calendars for their tour stops. It seems like every time we look, there is another announcement for another country music artist stopping in the lake area for a big show. Such is...
Is Hooter’s Closing Its Texas Locations? Here’s What We Know
Due to "pressure from current market conditions," at least 44 "underperforming" Hooters restaurants have been permanently closed in 14 states around the country, the company told USA TODAY. While introducing Hooters frozen products to grocery stores, Hooters will keep opening new locations both domestically and abroad. In these exceptional circumstances,...
Louisiana’s Top 5 Fireworks For Your Fourth Of July Celebration
The Fourth Of July holiday is coming up this week and we all know that one of the big things that takes place during this time is people popping fireworks. We will all either have a party or attend a party with family and friends. We all know that one of the essential things for anyone's successful July 4th celebration is to pop some fireworks off that evening.
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