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MWM Restaurant Week begins today, September 14th
MONROE-WEST MONROE, La. ― MWM Restaurant Week 2026 beings Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, to celebrate Ouachita Parish’s food scene. Discover Monroe-West Monroe has added a downtown Monroe restaurant to its list – Garden’s Kitchen & Bar. From lunchtime to dinnertime, now, 21 restaurants are ready to...
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Two Buc-ee's race to open first in Louisiana. See when they plan to open
Buc-ee's , with its beloved beaver mascot and celebrated food items, will soon open its first ever locations in Louisiana. The chain of massive travel centers is expanding into other states and will be opening one location in Northeast Louisiana and another in the South Central region of the state. The stores are expected to generate millions in revenue, employ hundreds of workers and welcome thousands of visitors daily. When is Buc-ee's location in Ruston, Louisiana expected to open? Construction crews have begun pouring concrete and laying additional groundwork for the Buc-ee's building in Ruston, which will be located off of Interstate 20 at the Tarbutton road exit. Ruston's Buc-ee's location is projected to open mid 2027, but this could be subject to change depending on construction progress, according to the City of Ruston . Once completed, the location will span more than 70,000 square feet and include more than 100 fuel pumps. "This project continues to move forward step by step, and we’re excited to watch it take shape and share updates along the way as we get closer to opening day," says the City of Ruston website. When is Buc-ee's location in Lafayette, Louisiana expected to open? The
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Grambling State University chefs Cook for a cause to help fight food insecurity
GRAMBLING, La. (KNOE) — When Grambling’s only grocery store closed this summer, students were left without a full-service market nearby. The area is considered a food desert, and in Lincoln Parish, 21% of people face food insecurity. Grambling State chef Courtney Black-Samuel said food insecurity affects the campus...
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Treat Yourself Tuesday: Delta Biscuit Co.
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — In this week’s edition of Treat Yourself Tuesday, KTVE’s Demitrious Gamble visited Delta Biscuit Company in Monroe, La., to try a new dish. Watch the video above for more information.
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This Louisiana Ice Cream Stand Only Takes Cash And Draws Crowds For Hours
Cash or nothing, and somehow nobody minds waiting in line to hand it over. One roadside stand in Louisiana has run on that rule since the seventies. Vanilla soft serve pulls cars straight off the highway, thick and rich instead of airy. A banana malt sits thick enough to fight the straw the whole way down.
Gonzales Weekly Citizen
Two Buc-ee's race to open first in Louisiana. See when they plan to open
Buc-ee's, with its beloved beaver mascot and celebrated food items, will soon open its first ever locations in Louisiana. The chain of massive travel centers is expanding into other states and will be opening one location in Northeast Louisiana and another in the South Central region of the state. The...
unearththevoyage.com
This Louisiana Trade Days Market Serves Up Meat Pies, Food Trucks, and Aisles of Flea Market Finds
Tucked into the quiet countryside of north Louisiana sits a monthly gathering where old chicken houses got a second life as shopping halls packed with treasures. Vendors line paved walkways selling antiques, handmade crafts, jewelry, and the kind of odd finds you never knew you needed until they were in your hands.
lincolnparishjournal.com
Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery coming to Ruston
Ruston residents will soon have a couple of new options to satisfy their sweet tooth. Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery are slated to be part of a new development currently under construction on the southwest side of the Cooktown Road bridge, across from Starbucks, Ruston Mayor Ronny Walker confirmed Wednesday.
MyArkLaMiss
Monroe-West Monroe Restaurant Week 2026 returns Sept. 14-20 to showcase local diner restaurants
OUACHITA PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Monroe-West Monroe Restaurant Week will return to Ouachita Parish for its fourth year, giving residents the opportunity to explore special menu offerings from locally owned restaurants across Monroe and West Monroe. The weeklong event is scheduled for Sept. 14 through Sept. 20, 2026, and will feature participating restaurants offering fixed-price […]
jacksonparishjournal.com
Annual “Crafty Cafe” to be held on September 12
Mark your calendar now to attend the annual “Crafty Cafe.” Always one of the most anticipated events of the year by Jackson Parish and surrounding area residents, where crafts, creations, and some of the best-tasting dishes and sweets are available for purchase. The event will take place from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm on September 12th at the Family Life Center of First Baptist Church of Jonesboro, located at 500 South Cooper Avenue. Sponsored by the Women’s Missionary Union (WMU), all proceeds go to helping pay for mission projects.
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Whataburger opens new West Monroe location
WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Whataburger will bring its famous bold flavors and iconic orange-and-white stripes to north Louisiana when it opens its newest restaurant in West Monroe on Monday. To celebrate the grand opening, the restaurant is offering major prizes to its very first customers. According to company officials,...
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Healthy lunch options for students returning to the classroom
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — With school back in session, many parents are questioning how they can ensure their child is getting the nutrients they need. “It’s very important for a child to make healthy choices throughout the day for steady fuel. You want them to have steady energy throughout the day. Avoid sugar crashes and […]
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This Monroe, Louisiana Roadside Burger Spot Serves Cheeseburgers With Old-School Southern Gravy Flavor
Some places don’t need neon signs or fancy branding to make a statement. They just let the food do the talking, loudly and unapologetically. This Monroe, Louisiana roadside burger spot is exactly that kind of legend, serving up cheeseburgers that feel like they were designed in a Southern comfort fever dream.
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318 Eat Fit Monroe shares three-ingredient peanut butter cookie recipe
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - 318 Eat Fit Monroe Nutritionist Gabby Williamson joined Good Morning ArkLaMiss to share their three-ingredient peanut butter cookie recipe. Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl, mix until well combined. Use a cookie scoop or your hands to form 15 one-inch balls, place on cookie sheet.
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This Louisiana Roadside Cafe Is Run By A Recovery Program And Serves Some Of The Best Comfort Food In The State
Small kitchen, big heart. That is what the sign says, and I believed it the second I walked in. Not because the food is good. Because the person taking my order had a warmth no training manual teaches. She was in recovery. So was the cook.So was everyone on the...
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Buc-ee’s continues construction in Ruston, Louisiana — grand opening expected in spring of 2027
Ruston, LA (KTVE/KARD) The famous gas station known for its brisket, beaver nuggets, and mascot– Buc-ee’s, is coming to Ruston, Louisiana in 2027. Construction has been underway for around 10 months, with major progress made in between. The Ruston store is one of only 2 Buc-ee’s locations currently being built in Louisiana; the other is […]