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Mammoth skeleton unearthed in Louisiana

A landowner in Louisiana recently discovered fossil remains belonging to a mammoth.

Lafayette, LA · 4d

KPLC TV

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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 · 2d
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redriverparishjournal.com

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Prehistoric mammoth remains discovered in South Louisiana

A remarkable discovery in south Louisiana is offering scientists a new glimpse into the state’s prehistoric past after a landowner uncovered fossilized mammoth remains on his property in Acadia Parish. Curt Matte made the discovery while digging a pond and contacted researchers at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette...

Acadia Parish, LA · 14h
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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 · 1d
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HistoryFEST to spotlight untold stories of Black women who shaped Iberia Parish

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Iberia African American Historical Society will bring local history to life with its inaugural HistoryFEST Nov. 13-15 at the Sliman Theatre, 129 E. Main St. in New Iberia. The three-day festival will celebrate the stories, achievements and contributions of African American women throughout Iberia Parish.

New Iberia, LA · 3d

theadvocate.com

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Jason Aldean is coming to Lourdes Stadium. Here's what to know about the two-day rodeo event.

Country music star Jason Aldean and Texas band Treaty Oak Revival will headline a two-day event combining live music, bull riding and other rodeo competitions at Lourdes Stadium in Lafayette in March. The event, called Battle in the Boot, will take place March 5-6 as part of the 2027 Bulls,...

Lafayette, LA · 3d

KPLC TV

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Veterans Day 2026 events and discounts

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Here is a listing of Veterans Day events happening across SWLA on Wednesday, Nov. 11. If you would like your event or if your business is offering a discount for Veterans, and would like to be added to our list, please email news@kplctv.com with the details.

Lake Charles, LA · 11h

theadvocate.com

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Actor and frequent Spike Lee collaborator will portray Frederick Douglass in Lafayette show

Actor Roger Guenveur Smith will bring his one-man show, "Frederick Douglass Now," to Lafayette on Friday, Nov. 13. The production will start at 7:30 p.m. at The Theater at Baranco (Elementary), 801 Mudd Ave. This marks the first performance in the Popups at Baranco series offered by Performing Arts Serving...

Lafayette, LA · 3d

KPLC TV

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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 · 16h

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Free Museum Passes With A Lafayette Public Library Card

Your Lafayette library card opens doors for free, from the Childrens Museum of Acadiana to Vermilionville, plus museum passes you can reserve at any branch.

Lafayette, LA · 1d

103.3 The G.O.A.T.

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The Mississippi is holding Baton Rouge’s warship hostage

It needs 32 feet of water to get back into its cradle. This spring, the river never hit 30.

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

BroBible

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LSU Legend Trashes Lane Kiffin For Having Celebrities On The Sideline While Losing Games

Lane Kiffin is facing the heat from LSU legends. On Saturday, Kiffin invited several celebrities, including Shaquille O’Neal, Angel Reese, and Paul Skenes, to walk out with him before the team’s game against Alabama. Unfortunately, Kiffin and LSU were embarrassed by Alabama and blown out in front of their celebrity guests. After the game, LSU […] The post LSU Legend Trashes Lane Kiffin For Having Celebrities On The Sideline While Losing Games appeared first on BroBible.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

avoyellestoday.com

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Christmas in Avoyelles: Holiday markets, festive events and ways to give back

Christmas in Avoyelles Parish brings opportunities to shop local, celebrate with neighbors and help brighten the season for children. Here is a guide to upcoming holiday markets, open houses, courthouse festivities and gift collections. Shop local and celebrate. Christmas on the Island: Nov. 14. The Fifth Ward Community Center and...

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 3d

travelmag.com

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This Louisiana Ice Cream Shop Is The Last Of A Legendary Chain Saved By A Local Family

Every other shop in this famous ice cream chain has closed, and only one still scoops. The survivor sits in Louisiana, inside a building that once worked as a milk-cooling station. The Library of Congress even documented the place. That’s a lot of attention for a spot that sells banana...

Lafayette, LA · 4d

decorhint.com

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The South Louisiana Craft Gallery Where Work From More Than 250 Artisans Fills One Building

Hundreds of Louisiana artists share one shop, and every single thing on the shelves was made by hand. That’s easy enough to understand. Although that’s quite a thing to casually mention, since it means your gift shopping just got a lot harder to rush. The idea runs deeper...

Lafayette, LA · 3d

KNOE TV8

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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 · 2d

discoverlafayette.net

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Jan Risher: Journalist Finding Connection, Humor and Meaning in Everyday Life

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 47:43 — 65.5MB) Jan Risher has spent much of her life collecting stories and helping the rest of us recognize the extraordinary moments hiding in ordinary experiences. An award-winning journalist, author and longtime columnist, Jan serves as Louisiana culture editor for The Advocate, The Times-Picayune/ and The Acadiana Advocate. She also edits Louisiana Inspired, a publication celebrating people who make a positive difference in their communities.

Lafayette, LA · 3d

KLFY News 10

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Mammoth skeleton found in Lafayette

Lafayette, LA · 3d

What Now New Orleans

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Lafayette Artist Converting a Former Service Station into a Working Studio and Event Space

The Studio by Katherine Freeman will sell the nominal artist's paintings, prints, textiles, and wallpaper

Lafayette, LA · 5d