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Alligator Wanders onto Rural South Louisiana School Campus
Midland, LA (KPEL News) - I've been a south Louisiana resident my entire life, and people who aren't familiar with this part of the country inevitably ask if we have alligators as pets. If you live in the more rural parts of south Louisiana, like Vermilion or Acadia Parish, you don't have a pet gator, but you are likely familiar with them. The reptiles populate several of the waterways, and it's not uncommon for some of to catch a glimpse of them from time to time as they wander outside of their normal area.
Vendor In Louisiana Wants to Return Cremated Ashes Found Near Booth
The Rayne Frog Festival is underway and one vendor at the Southern Louisiana festival hopes to return these ashes she found to the rightful owner. KATC TV-3 reports that Samantha Forrestier has been a regular at the Rayne Frog Festival for years, but last year while packing up, she found this sentimental item near her trailer.
Vendor In Louisiana Wants to Return Cremated Ashes Found Near Booth
The Rayne Frog Festival is underway and one vendor at the Southern Louisiana festival hopes to return these ashes she found to the rightful owner. KATC TV-3 reports that Samantha Forrestier has been a regular at the Rayne Frog Festival for years, but last year while packing up, she found this sentimental item near her trailer.
South Louisiana Road and Bridge Closures Announced for May
Lafayette, LA (KPEL News) - Road closures because of work can be a headache, but they are certainly a necessary evil in Louisiana. From Lafayette to Jennings, and from Opelousas to Kaplan, state roads require maintenance and, in some cases, a full overhaul. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) proactively notifies the public about when closure will take place so drivers can plan accordingly.
Louisiana Town ‘Top 10′ for Best Small Town Food Scene
What's the difference between a Louisiana town and a Louisiana city? For example, is Abbeville, Louisiana a city or a town? What about Arnaudville, Louisiana? And where does Cankton, Louisiana fit into this discussion? Sure, we're discussing the Best Small Town Food Scenes in America according to USA Today but this is Louisiana.
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