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Colfax celebrates 58th annual Pecan Festival

COLFAX, La. (KALB) - As is tradition, the Pecan Festival returned to Colfax Friday —the start of the first full weekend in November. Now in its 58th year, the festival is open till 5 p.m. Sunday. So visitors still have time to get a pecan treat, ride a carnival ride and spend time with family and friends.

Colfax, LA · 1d
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theadvocate.com

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Mammoth remains discovered in Acadia Parish could reveal more about Louisiana's Ice Age past

A discovery beneath the ground in Acadia Parish is giving researchers another glimpse into Louisiana's prehistoric past — and could reveal more about the animals that once roamed the region. Landowner Curt Matte discovered mammoth remains on private property near Richard after finding a fragmented tooth buried in the...

Acadia Parish, LA · 2d
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Alexandria VA to hold Veterans Day program, parade and picnic Nov. 11

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) — The Alexandria VA Health Care System will celebrate Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, with several events on the medical center grounds. A Veterans Day program will begin at 10 a.m. in the medical center’s auditorium. A veteran from the Alexandria VA’s Community Living Center will be saluted. Winners of the Fifth Annual Veterans Day Essay Contests for High School and Junior High School will present their winning entries.

Alexandria, LA · 3d
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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 · 11h
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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 · 14h

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A sea of red, white and blue: Avenue of Flags prepares for 1,295-flag Veterans Day tribute

This Veterans Day, Orange Grove-Graceland Cemetery will transform into a sea of red, white and blue as 1,295 casket flags fly in unison for the Avenue of Flags. For Ted […]

Lake Charles, LA · 2d

KPLC TV

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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

GATOR 99.5

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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.

Lake Charles, LA · 4d

NOLA.com

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Mammoth remains discovered in Acadia Parish could reveal more about Louisiana's Ice Age past

A discovery beneath the ground in Acadia Parish is giving researchers another glimpse into Louisiana's prehistoric past — and could reveal more about the animals that once roamed the region. Landowner Curt Matte discovered mammoth remains on private property near Richard after finding a fragmented tooth buried in the...

Acadia Parish, LA · 3d

theadvocate.com

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Mammoth remains discovered in Acadia Parish could reveal more about Louisiana's Ice Age past

A discovery beneath the ground in Acadia Parish is giving researchers another glimpse into Louisiana's prehistoric past — and could reveal more about the animals that once roamed the region. Landowner Curt Matte discovered mammoth remains on private property near Richard after finding a fragmented tooth buried in the...

Acadia Parish, LA · 3d

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Gator 99.5 Announces New Lake Charles Studio Location

It's the end of an era! We are saying goodbye to our longtime studios on November 6 before beginning a new chapter. Here's where we moved.

Lake Charles, LA · 4d

American Press

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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 […]

Lake Charles, LA · 4d

GATOR 99.5

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Ever Wondered What That Big Rock in Lake Charles Is For?

Y'all, I've lived around here my whole life and never knew the story behind this big rock along the Lake Charles lakefront! Turns out, it goes back almost 200 years. Did you know about this?

Lake Charles, LA · 11d

therecordlive.com

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Orange County Historical Society to Meet

The Orange County Historical Society respectfully invites the public to attend its Fourth Quarter 2026 meeting. This event will be held at the Heritage House, 905 W. Division St., in Orange, on Tuesday November 10, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Our program will be an intriguing look into a long...

Orange County, TX · 6d

KPLC TV

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Jennings Main Street Trick-or-Treat Brings Halloween Fun Downtown

JENNINGS, La. (KPLC) - Families can celebrate Halloween in downtown Jennings Saturday with free candy, costume contests and activities for children and their four-legged friends. The Jennings Festival Association is hosting its annual Main Street Trick-or-Treat from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, giving families an opportunity to visit local shops...

Jennings, LA · 10d

GATOR 99.5

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Chicago Band Bringing 70s and 80s Nostalgia to Lake Charles

My memories of couple skating and riding up and down Ryan street listening to Chicago are all came back when I heard the news. Here's what to know.

Lake Charles, LA · 13d

Highway 98.9

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Keith Frank to Play Free Cowboy Block Party in Lake Charles This Friday Night Oct. 30

The Zydeco Boss, Keith Frank, is bringing the party to the Cowboy Block Party for the first time ever and admission is FREE! Here's what you need to know.

Lake Charles, LA · 14d

KPLC TV

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Barbe student to take the stage at Carnegie Hall

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A student at Barbe High School is taking her talent to one of the most famous stages in the world — Carnegie Hall in New York. Sophomore Isabel Escobar-Marquez was chosen from hundreds of students to perform in Carnegie Hall’s Honors Performance Series Band.

Lake Charles, LA · 16d

American Press

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Calcasieu libraries celebrate Halloween with spooktacular programs

The Calcasieu Parish Public Library invites the public to get into the Spooky-Season spirit with a variety of themed programs for children, teens, and families throughout the parish during the […]

Calcasieu Parish, LA · 17d