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This swamp pop legend is giving one final performance before he retires: 'I just can't keep on'
After 67 years on stage, TK Hulin can still fill a dance floor when he sings, “I’m Not a Fool Anymore.” The heartbreaking ballad put the St. Martinville native on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1963. But these days, the pain in Hulin’s soulful voice is all...
Louisiana Camp Hack – Keeps Flies & Wasps Away With No Chemicals
Compare rainfall rates in cities such as Lake Charles, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lafayette from this summer to last summer, you'll see why last year's problems of drought and fire danger have been replaced by potential torrential rains and mosquito invasions. Mosquitoes, flies, wasps, and other scary creatures can be not only an annoyance but a real health threat.
The Mercredi Show in Carencro, Louisiana Announces 2024 Fall Schedule
The Mercredi Show, which is a free concert series at Pelican Park in Carencro, Louisiana, will once again return to action this Fall 2024. The organizers of the event have announced the schedule and as always it is quite a nice mix of Cajun, Zydeco, Country, and Swamp Pop music.
New Details on When and Where Southern Classic Chicken Is Coming to Lafayette, Louisiana
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - A popular fried chicken chain is moving to south Louisiana, and now we know where and when construction will start. Southern Classic Chicken, which has several franchises across the state, is set to come to Lafayette before too long, according to a new report from The Acadiana Advocate. The restaurant chain is known for its fried chicken and homestyle sides.
We Now Know Where The Second Smalls Sliders Location Will Be In Lafayette
Smalls Sliders, known for their mini cheeseburgers, waffle fires, and bright orange shipping containers, has plans of opening a second Lafayette location. They first introduced Lafayette to their famous sliders a year ago, in July of 2023, and we haven't been able to get enough since. Discussion of a second location began floating around shortly after the success of the first one was opened at 4611 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Lafayette, LA 70508.
New Authentic Açaí Shop Opening in Lafayette, Louisiana
A new smoothie bowl shop is coming to Lafayette with offerings that will keep you cool without the guilt or added sugar. If you have a hankering for an authentic açaí bowl look no further. We had the pleasure of sitting down with the owners Heidi and Steven Roma to get the back story on why they decided to bring Playa Bowls to Lafayette.
Jason Redmon, Proprietor of Hub City Diner – Driven by Putting Community First
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 47:53 — 65.8MB) Jason Redmond, proprietor of the iconic Hub City Diner at 1412 S. College Road in Lafayette, joins Discover Lafayette to celebrate Hub City Diner’s longevity and popularity, as well as his support of Lafayette Travel and Eat Lafayette, a yearlong celebration of Lafayette’s locally owned restaurants.
BENEFIT CONCERT FOR LAFAYETTE MUSICIAN KEITH BLAIR
Back in May of this year, Lafayette Musician Keith Blair suffered a stroke. While he is making progress, expenses associated with recovery/rehab and everyday life are growing. So, the Keith Blair Recovery Beneift Concert will take place July 28th at Warehouse 535 from 1 to 7 p.m. A great lineup of bands and performers are scheduled.
Renaissance Publishing to Produce Program for Lafayette Arts Organization
LAFAYETTE, La. – Performing Arts Serving Acadiana has selected Renaissance Publishing (owner of Biz New Orleans) to publish its annual program. “We are excited to partner with Renaissance Publishing for the program for our upcoming performances,” says Jacqueline Lyle, PASA’s executive director. “Their reputation for producing high-quality publications aligns perfectly with our goal of enriching the cultural life of Acadiana through outstanding performing arts experiences.”
UPDATED WITH STORY: In barbecue competition, you only get one bite
Bob Zannini found that, as the years went, barbecue cooking looked better as a hobby. “It’s an old man’s sport,” said Zannini, 69, of Lafayette. “A lot of athletic things I used to do I don’t do anymore. “At least with this I can eat,”...
Dierks Bentley on Louisiana, touring and his new album
Since his debut album’s release in 2003, country artist Dierks Bentley has released countless hits, from “What Was I Thinkin’” to “Free and Easy” to “Drunk on a Plane.” Now touring following the release of his 10th studio album, Gravel & Gold, Bentley sat down with 225‘s sister publication, inRegister, just prior to his stop in Lafayette at the end of June.
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