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Battle of the Bows keeps Cajun Music alive in Jennings

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Cajun music came alive in Jennings on Saturday, as musicians young and old competed at the Battle of the Bows. With categories ranging from junior to professional, fiddlers played to an attentive audience at the Strand Theatre. Organizers say the competition gives young musicians a...

Jennings, LA · 5d

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Louisiana’s Sammy Kershaw: A look at his life and career

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Born in Kaplan, Louisiana, in 1958, country music icon Sammy Kershaw rose to fame in 1991 with his first Billboard No. 3 charting song “Cadillac Style.” It was the first of four releases from his debut studio album “Don’t Go Near the Water,” which is certified platinum.

Lafayette, LA · 7d

theadvocate.com

A Cajun dining destination: This is the story behind Rascal's Cajun Restaurant

The signature fried chicken, the shrimp po-boy served generously overstuffed and the restaurant's buffet that features a rotating selection of Cajun dishes are only a few reasons visitors come to Rascal’s Cajun Restaurant in Rayne. For years, Rascal’s has built its reputation around a food experience that feels less...

Rayne, LA · 9d

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Documentary screening highlights Louisiana’s disappearing Cajun prairies

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A documentary screening in Lake Charles on Sunday brought attention to Louisiana’s disappearing Cajun prairies and how residents can help restore native plants in their own yards. The city hosted a screening of “Louisiana Grass Roots” at the Central School Arts & Humanities Center....

Lake Charles, LA · 4d

We Are Lake Charles

Lake Charles Has A New Food Treasure Hunt And You Can Win!

Y'all, I found something pretty cool! The Pirate Food Trail lets you visit locally owned Lake Charles restaurants, collect passport stamps, and enter to win gift cards. Who's ready to eat?

Lake Charles, LA · 7d

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Country Star Neal McCoy Returns to His Lake Charles Roots

From Cowboy's Night Club to the Golden Nugget stage! He has a long history in Lake Charles. Here's what to know before you go to his concert this weekend.

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Lake Charles Has A New Food Treasure Hunt And You Can Win!

Y'all, I found something pretty cool! The Pirate Food Trail lets you visit locally owned Lake Charles restaurants, collect passport stamps, and enter to win gift cards. Who's ready to eat?

Lake Charles, LA · 7d

travelmag.com

This Louisiana Cajun Town Keeps Its French Roots Alive At A Traditional Meat Market

Hot boudin comes out fresh every single day here, from the moment the doors open until they close. The cracklins arrive hot too, which feels like a dangerous combination for anyone with weak willpower. The meats hanging in the smokehouse get their flavor from real burning wood. The family behind...

Eunice, LA · 9d

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Jamie Bergeron, Chili, and Fall Fun Are Coming to Lake Charles!

Y'all better come hungry! Jellystone Park Lake Charles is bringing Jamie Bergeron, a chili cook-off, and a special veterans celebration with Judd Bares November 6-8. Here's what's happening!

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American Press

Tennessee Williams classic comes to Lake Charles stage

By Mary Richardson Celebrations marking the 100th season of the Lake Charles Little Theatre will include a production of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” in collaboration with the McNeese […]

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We Are Lake Charles

Jamie Bergeron, Chili, and Fall Fun Are Coming to Lake Charles!

Y'all better come hungry! Jellystone Park Lake Charles is bringing Jamie Bergeron, a chili cook-off, and a special veterans celebration with Judd Bares November 6-8. Here's what's happening!

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Jeff Davis voters reject allocating funding from jail to new animal shelter by 34 votes

JENNINGS, La. (KPLC) - For a second time, voters in Jeff Davis Parish have narrowly rejected a measure to dedicate a small portion of jail funding to the newly-built animal shelter. Southwest Louisiana voters passed 12 tax proposals in Tuesday’s election and rejected two. Nov. 3 election. Full results.

Jennings, LA · 9d

NOLA.com

Lake Charles’ new sushi spot is officially open. Take a look inside the themed restaurant

When Lafayette natives Christie and John Poole lived in Houston, they often visited the Rock N Roll Sushi location near their home. Rock N Roll Sushi is an American-style sushi concept with an inventive menu and high-energy atmosphere and music videos always playing on screens. “We would go there on...

Lake Charles, LA · 11d

acadianaprofile.com

Steen’s Syrup, The Lunchbox, Hive Market and More Food News

One thing we all do is eat. And while I can’t speak for everyone, I will say most people I know – myself included – get especially excited to know what’s going on in the local food scene. Whether it’s eating everything you can at Taste...

Abbeville, LA · 11d

theadvocate.com

Lake Charles’ new sushi spot is officially open. Take a look inside the themed restaurant

Lake Charles, LA · 11d

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Thanksgiving Desserts to Pre-Order for When Everyone is Gathered Around the Table

Thanksgiving is many people’s favorite holiday, as it brings family and friends together to appreciate each other’s company, talk about things they’re thankful for and enjoy a spread of food that only comes once a year. From turkey to hams to stuffing to yams, Thanksgiving has something for everyone. But the final course is often the most looked forward to … dessert. This year, spend time focusing on the main course, and let the following bakers take care of your holiday pies and cakes.

Lake Charles, LA · 13d

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Chicago, IL · 11d

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These SWLA Restaurants Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck

Restaurant prices keep climbing, but Southwest Louisiana still has plenty of places where locals say you get great food and plenty of value for your money.

Lake Charles, LA · 15d

thriveswla.com