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Louisiana Classic western riding competition underway at Ike Hamilton Expo Center
WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Southern Reined Cow Horse Alliance is holding the fourth annual “Louisiana Classic” at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center in West Monroe, running from Sept. 15 through Sept. 20, 2026. More than 300 horses are registered to compete in the western riding showcase,...
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Monroe – West Monroe Restaurant Week: Catfish Charlie’s
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Discover Monroe – West Monroe’s restaurant week is happening September 14-20, 2026, across the Twin Cities. Watch the video and hear from ….. General Manager of Catfish Charlie’s to learn more about special deals going on this week.
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Louisiana hosts Deer Hunting 101 class in Monroe next month
SHREVEPORT, LA. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will host a beginner deer hunting class titled “Bucks and Does: Deer Hunting 101” on Oct. 10 in Monroe, La. The session will run from 9 a.m. to noon at the agency’s Monroe office, located at 368 Century Link Drive.
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Krispy Krunch Chicken recognizes September as National Chicken Month
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — September is National Chicken Month! Watch the video to discover how a chicken chain that began in Louisiana convenience stores expanded across the country and became a national favorite.
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Bayou Vault Collectibles opens in West Monroe
Whether you are looking to complete your master set or trying to find your favorite player’s rookie card, Monroe’s options for card stores can feel limiting. Fortunately, a new store recently opened in West Monroe carrying a wide array of Pokémon merchandise and sports memorabilia. Trading cards...
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Ruston Farmers Market announces annual Farm-to-Table dinner set for Oct. 8th
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Ruston Farmers Market will hold its annual Farm-to-Table Dinner on Oct. 8, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., bringing together farmers, vendors, supporters, and community members for an evening focused on local food and community connections. The event will take place inside the market’s warehouse and will feature a catered […]
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Discover Monroe-West Monroe Restaurant Week highlights local eateries across Ouachita Parish
OUACHITA PARISH, La. (KNOE) - Locally owned restaurants and chefs across Ouachita Parish are in the spotlight as Discover Monroe-West Monroe kicks off its annual Restaurant Week. The week-long celebration aims to support independently owned eateries and showcase the unique food culture across the Twin Cities. Participating restaurants throughout Monroe...
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Zoo Buddy: Baby Nilgai!
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Meet the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo’s newest babies! When we met the nilgai, they were just a few days old. These four came from the herd of adult nilgai that you can see on the boat ride. They’re one of the largest antelope species....
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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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Grammy-winning producer Teddy Riley leads free master class at Grambling State University
GRAMBLING, La. (KNOE) — Grambling State University’s Department of Music hosted Grammy Award-winning producer, songwriter and musician Teddy Riley on Thursday for a free master class. The event gave students and others interested in music the opportunity to hear and learn from Riley, a pioneer of modern-day R&B...
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This Louisiana Flea Market Packs Booths Of Antiques, Crafts, And Food Trucks Into One Weekend Hunt
In the little town of Dubach, Louisiana, there is a market where old chicken houses have found new life as treasure-filled shopping halls. Big Creek Trade Days brings together antique hunters, craft lovers, and hungry food truck fans for one big weekend adventure. You never quite know what you will...
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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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Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum to host 3rd annual Constitution Week
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum is set to host its third annual Constitution Week from Sept. 15–19, offering hands-on civics education and interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages. Throughout the week, attendees can participate in mock elections at an on-site voting booth, and...
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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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Coochie Brake WMA established in Winn Parish, opening 1,894 acres to public hunting
WINN PARISH, La. — Louisiana has a new Wildlife Management Area, and it is located in southwest Winn Parish. The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission has officially established Coochie Brake Wildlife Management Area, opening 1,894 acres to public hunting, outdoor recreation and conservation opportunities, according to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.