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Mammoth skeleton unearthed in Louisiana

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

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 · 1d

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 · 1d
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4th District Missionary Baptist Association hosting musical event, scholarship gala

BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Fourth District Missionary Baptist Association is set to bring back a musical that went into hiatus for the last 10 years. The musical event, themed around "One District, One Voice, One Praise," is set for Nov. 8 at 5 p.m. at Mt. Zion First Baptist Church.

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d
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Webbie, Lil’ Boosie set to perform at Bayou Classic Fan Fest in New Orleans

Two Baton Rouge rappers are set to perform at Fan Fest ahead of the 53rd Annual Bayou Classic.

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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 · 1d

theadvocate.com

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New documentary uncovers Louisiana's forgotten Filipino history, America's oldest Asian settlement

A centuries-old Filipino settlement in Louisiana's coastal marshes is the subject of a new documentary by a University of Louisiana at Lafayette professor who is working to bring an overlooked chapter of the state's history to light. "Settling St. Malo," a 26-minute documentary featuring the research and poetry of UL...

Louisiana · 2d

KNOE TV8

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‘It really hurts me’: Louisiana native, country music star Sammy Kershaw says CMA denied red carpet request two weeks before show

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (KALB) - Fellow musicians are rallying around Louisiana native Sammy Kershaw, who said the Country Music Association won’t let him walk the red carpet. In a candid post shared Thursday to his official Facebook page, the 68-year-old Kaplan native told his more than 840,000 followers that the organization rejected his credential request just two weeks ahead of the ceremony.

Louisiana · 1d

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 · 13h

thejenatimes.net

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Jonesville Woman’s Club brings local history to life

Visitors traveled through downtown on a trailer tour featuring live presentations and reenactments by descendants of people whose contributions left a lasting mark on the parish. The first stop featured Manning Hardware, with Conley Manning sharing the store’s history. Willie E. Manning, better known as Sonny, opened the business in...

Jonesville, LA · 2d

theadvocate.com

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Pine Leaf Boys, Lost Bayou Ramblers, Aaron Lewis and move live music in Acadiana this week

LIVE MUSIC: Cane River Pecan Company Pie Bar, New Iberia, 5 p.m. DOWNTOWN ALIVE! FEATURING THE PINE LEAF BOYS: Parc San Souci, Lafayette, 6 p.m. FRIDAY NIGHT JAM: La Maison de Begnaud, Scott, 6 p.m. HIGH NOTES FEATURING LOST BAYOU RAMBLERS: Chez La Fete, Lafayette, 6 p.m. JAXON MECHE: Naq’s-n-Duson,...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

hoodline.com

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Magazine Street Crowd Lines Up for 300 Free Posters From I Voted Sticker Artist

Hundreds of people packed Magazine Street on Thursday morning, forming a line that stretched four blocks, all hoping to score a free poster from the New Orleans artist behind Louisiana's 2026 “I Voted” sticker. The Thursday giveaway had 300 posters available. Terrance Osborne opened his gallery at 3029...

New Orleans, LA · 1d

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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 · 2d

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 · 15h

wbrz.com

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Connecticut artist wins annual Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp Competition

BATON ROUGE — The 2027 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp Competition sponsored by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has been won by a Connecticut woman. The 39th annual contest determines the image on the Louisiana Duck Stamp that will be available starting in June 2027. Jennifer Reising won...

Louisiana · 15h

theadvocate.com

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Guest Column: Hollywood remix? Filmmaker from La. sees industry’s future on the margins

Wynton Marsalis calls jazz “the perfect metaphor for democracy.” Every player brings a voice, but the band can really only swing together. As the world celebrates the year Miles Davis would have turned 100, it's worth remembering where it all started: New Orleans, a port city where African, Caribbean, Creole, French, Spanish and Sicilian traditions collided to create America's original art form.

Baton Rouge, LA · 22h

WAFB.com

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‘Love Island USA’ eyes Louisiana singles for Season 9

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - “Love Island USA” is looking for its next cast of “islanders,” and it could be someone from Baton Rouge. Producer ITV America and City Media Entertainment announced they are looking for Baton Rouge-based singles to take part in Season 9 of the series, where islanders live together in a sprawling Fijian villa, couple up, and look for love.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

kalb.com

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Historical marker at Kent House restored after 50 years

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - A historical marker in front of the Kent House was restored and unveiled Wednesday, November 4, replacing a sign that had stood for 50 years. The restoration was organized by the Alexandria Garden Club in honor of the organization’s 100th anniversary, following a decision made last year to restore the landmark.

Alexandria, LA · 2d

kalb.com

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Local library brings community together through November Recipe Exchange

For the whole month of November, the Westside Regional Library is hosting a recipe exchange.

Alexandria, LA · 1d

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Louisiana Living: Biedenharn Museum & Gardens

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Today on Louisiana Living, Ashley Doughty is joined by Ralph Calhoun discussing exciting art work. For more details, watch the video above.

Louisiana · 2d