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I'm a lifelong Louisiana resident who grew up in New Orleans and moved to Lafayette to go to college. While studying for a degree in Broadcasting and working weekends in radio, I fell in love with Acadiana and decided to stay put after graduation. I've been on the radio in Acadiana since 1977. I'd love it if you'd join CJ and me weekday mornings from 6-10. I promise you'll get great music, the info you need to start your day and a few laughs along the way!

Schedule

CJ and Debbie Ray
M-F 6:00 am - 10:00 am

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Mardi Gras Day in Lafayette – Need to Know Today

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No garbage or recycling today in Lafayette. Everybody's service will be pushed back one day.

King's Court Costume Contest is at 9AM.

Family Friendly Mardi Gras is at Parc Putnam, 9AM-4PM. Fun & games for families in an alcohol and tobacco-free environment.

Festival du Mardi Gras at Cajun Field is open 10AM -8PM, Andy Smith Band 11-1, Lee Benoit, 1:30-3:30, Krossfyre 4-6pm.

Parades: Gabriel is at 10AM, Lafayette Mardi Gras Association 1PM, Independent Parade 2PM (Look for Steve Wiley and Krewe!)

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Mardi Gras Delays Garbage Collection in Lafayette

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 4 days ago

Some changes to the residential waste collection schedule happen during Mardi Gras week.  Customers who have regular Monday service with Allied Waste and the Recycling Foundation will receive their usual garbage and recycling service. There will be no garbage or recycling service on Mardi Gras day, so regular Tuesday customers will receive collection on Wednesday.  Regular Wednesday through Friday customers also receive collection on the day following their regular collection day during Mardi Gras week.  The adjusted schedule includes regular Friday garbage and recycling customers, who will receive waste collection on Saturday, February 25.

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Where’s the Best Place to Be on Mardi Gras Day in Lafayette? [SURVEY]

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 5 days ago

Do you get more throws at the beginning of the parade route, the middle or the end? Where's the best food? Is one area better for families, party people, out-of-towners? Everybody has a favorite spot to watch the parades. Tell us your favorite spot:

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Squeal Like A Pig at La Grande Boucherie des Cajuns in St. Martinville, Louisiana [UPDATE]

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 5 days ago

John Funk Jr., President of La Grande Boucherie des Cajuns, visited us this morning to talk about the entertainment, food and fun that make up the legendary festival, including the 'Squeal Like a Pig' Contest! Don't miss this unique cultural experience, Saturday Feb. 18 in St. Martinville! Click through to hear John talk about it. 

 

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Girl Falls Down Steps Texting While Walking

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 5 days ago

We know that social media and messaging with friends will be happening a lot at the parades and other Mardi Gras festivities- don't get so distracted by your phone that you get hurt! Watch this and don't let it happen to you!

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Two Louisiana Contestants Shine on American Idol

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 5 days ago

Two Louisiana natives are among the contenders for the 2012 American Idol crown. Lauren Daigle is an LSU student and Lafayette native and Joshua Ledet is from Westlake. Check out their performances from this week's shows!

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Special Mardi Gras Day Edition of the Polyester Power Hour

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 5 days ago

On Tuesday, February 21, CJ and Debbie Ray will bring you a special Mardi Gras edition of the Polyester Power Hour! Live from Lafayette, all your Mardi Gras favorites and the best of the Old School  hits you love to dance to! Mardi Gras day from 6:00am- 12 noon! Bring your radio with you or download RadioPup for your iPhone or Android and get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in Lafayette with CJ and Debbie Ray and the World-Famous Polyester Pow

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How to Fold a Fitted Sheet – Steve Wiley vs. Martha Stewart

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 5 days ago

There's a simple trick to keeping your linen shelf tidy - folding your sheets properly. It's a skill Steve Wiley recently learned.

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Polyester Power Hour Party is Tonight!

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Are you ready? We are!

Doors fly open tonight at 8pm at NiteTown!

Krossfyre on stage!

Thanks to Moss Motors, Jingles the Clown, Kenny Champagne Photography, AVI, Choplin's Seafood, Great Escape Water Massage, Celebrations, and Hebert's Automotive!

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Lafayette’s Taco Sisters Make National Television Debut [VIDEO]

Deb 200 x 200 By debbie 6 days ago

Lafayette sisters Molly and Katy Richard will make their national television debut tonight, when their 'aha moment' airs on ABC. The first appearance of the Mutual of Omaha commercial will run Wednesday during the show 'The Middle'; it begins 7pm local time on KATC TV3.

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