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Crowley rapper BeastXMode blends three cities on new album
Crowley native and hip-hop artist BeastXMode released his new 10-track album, "NO SAFE ZONE," on Oct. 1 through Main Control Music, a project that draws from his South Louisiana upbringing while incorporating influences from Miami and Jacksonville. The album showcases multiple sides of the artist's musical identity, moving from hard-hitting Southern rap tracks such as " No Safe Mode ," "Body Bag" and "Weight Class" to the Latin-inspired energy of "Mi Cubana" and "Biscayne Bounce." For BeastXMode, whose given name is Avery Chester Jr., the album represents more than music. It reflects a journey that began in Crowley and expanded through military service, higher education and life experiences across multiple cities. "NO SAFE ZONE means I refused to give myself a comfortable lane," Chester said. "I could have found one sound that worked and made 10 versions of it. I did the opposite." Crowley remains the foundation A graduate of Crowley High School's Class of 1999, Chester said his hometown continues to shape his identity and creative perspective. "Growing up in Crowley gave me the foundation for almost everything I am today," he said. "Some of my strongest memories are tied to growing up there, the people, sports, food, music,
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Breaux’s Cajun Kitchen in Jennings: What to Order
After decades of cooking delicious food for friends and family in Southwest Louisiana and Austin, Texas, Vickie and her husband, David Breaux, decided this year they would go pro. Last January, the husband-and-wife team opened Breaux’s Cajun Kitchen in Jennings. “We wanted a hometown restaurant where people can come,...
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A Cajun Maw Maw, a cursed gumbo pot and a ghost. This Acadiana film premieres Saturday.
A Cajun Maw Maw is coming back from the dead — and she's bringing a cursed gumbo pot with her. “The Fois: Revenge of Maw Maw Claudette,” an independent horror-comedy filmed throughout Acadiana, will have its world premiere Saturday at the historic Rice Theatre in Crowley. The Oct....
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2026 Rouge et Blanc Wine and Food Tasting returns in October
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Rouge et Blanc Wine and Food Tasting festival returns this month and is entering its third decade with a brand-new logo from a nationally known artist. But one thing that hasn’t changed is the amazing variety of wines and Louisiana-inspired foods you can enjoy.
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Acadiana-made horror-comedy brings a Cajun ghost story to the big screen
A horror-comedy filmed throughout Acadiana about a Cajun Maw Maw's ghost seeking revenge is coming to theaters this weekend. “The Fois: Revenge of Maw Maw Claudette,” an independent feature filmed throughout Acadiana, will have its world premiere Oct. 3 at the historic Rice Theatre in Crowley. The film stars...
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Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving & Christmas in Lake Charles
Holiday memories are made around dinner tables, and in Lake Charles, restaurants are here to make guests feel right at home. For both Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner, eateries offer that home-cooked feel without the hassle, with some serving meals on-site while others offer pre-ordered takeout. Looking for Thanksgiving dinner in...
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45th annual Stearman and Taildragger Fly-In returns to Jennings Airport this weekend
JENNINGS, La. (KPLC) - The 45th annual Stearman and Taildragger Fly-In is taking place this weekend at Jennings Airport, bringing vintage aircraft, pilots and aviation enthusiasts together for a day of history and competition. The event has been a Jennings tradition for more than four decades. Pilots will fly in...
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Show 698, September 26, 2026: Chef Aaron Sanchez, Johnny Sanchez, L’Auberge Casino Resort, Lake Charles, LA & Food Network’s Restaurant Impossible – Last Call
“Aarón Sánchez is an award-winning chef, TV personality, author, and philanthropist. He is the host and executive producer of Talking Sabor (PepsiCo’s first ever streaming series, premiered on Hulu), El Toque de Aarón on Discovery Familia and Hogar de HGTV, served as a longtime judge on FOX’s MasterChef and MasterChef Junior, and is the chef/owner of restaurant Johnny Sánchez in Lake Charles, LA. Aarón is the founder of the Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund. He is also a partner and creative director for COCINA Media.”
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‘Gumbo’ Phil Daigle works 13 days straight with 1 day off as a radio DJ. He prefers it that way.
A February article in Forbes magazine said radio DJs are facing significant job losses from corporate consolidation, programmed playlists and prerecorded tracks that replace their presence in the studio. But Forbes didn’t interview KBON and its iron man DJ, “Gumbo” Phil Daigle. KBON, at 101.1 FM in...