I grew up in a place where it snows a lot. I loved it when I was a kid. Things changed when I got a job. I've spent nearly my entire adult life in Acadiana and it's the place I'm pleased to call home. I raised my children here, and my grandson Nathan is growing up here. When I was a kid, my brothers & I would "camp out' on the porch on summer nights, listening to a portable AM radio. We got great reception of stations in New York, Boston & even WLS out of Chicago. My favorite was "Cousin" Bruce Morrow. My brothers loved listening to it and I said "I want to do that"...
Steve Wiley
Go To Concerts And Live Longer!
Attending concerts has long been one of my favorite forms of entertainment. Recent research indicates it may help you live longer...
Wanna Slow The Aging Process? Have More Kids!
I can guess what you're thinking. "What?!...are you crazy?!"...
Report: Postal Worker Stole Gift Cards, Cash
A former New Orleans postal worker has reportedly admitted opening mail, stealing money, and gift cards...
Best Picture Oscar Winner ‘Green Book’ Filmed In Louisiana
I love this! The Oscar winner for best picture, "Green Book" was shot largely in Louisiana...
Steve Wiley’s Eyes Are What Color?
Remember the "What color is this dress?" photo that went viral a few months back?...
You Can Stay At The ‘Steel Magnolias House’ [Video]
"Steel Magnolias" is one of the classic southern films of all time. You can now tour Truvy's Beauty Shop, and visit St. Augustine Church, where Shelby got married. You can even stay at the fictional Eatenton family home.
Invest Your Money In Experiences, Not Things
It's been said a person is the sum total of his or her experiences...
Mardi Gras Parade Horses To Be Put Up For Adoption
Sixteen horses will be placed for adoption after they march in New Orleans Mardi Gras parades. They would otherwise be sold to brokers. From there, the animals would be sold at auction, or taken for slaughter.
Woman Divorces Husband For Not Bringing Her A Burger
. I'm not sure which one of these kids is the bigger idiot...
It’s ‘National Love Your Pet Day’
I've never been a big animal lover. That being said, animals & children love me. Today is "National Love Your Pet Day."
FCC Moving To Curb Robocalls, Number Spoofing [Video]
I'll bet you've called one 800 number or other, signing up for a "national do not call list." You're probably still getting those annoying robocalls. To make matters worse, it now appears like they're calling from local numbers...
Burglar Mistakes Unmarked Police Car For Lyft Ride
I swear, you can't make this stuff up! Nicholas Maziot got a big surprise when he climbed into an unmarked police car after breaking into a home...
Serial Killer Confesses To 3 Louisiana Murders [Video]
Samuel Little is serving 3 consecutive life sentences without parole. He's confessed to 93 murders, including 3 in Louisiana,..
Inmate Saves Baby From Locked Car [Video]
A Florida couple accidentally locked their one-year-old daughter in the family SUV. A crew of inmates was on work release nearby. One of them had some car theft skills.
Cool, Rainy Weather Coming To Acadiana
Don't shoot me! I'm just the messenger. Your work week is getting off to a cool breezy start, then rain moves in...
Father And Sons Cut 80 Truckloads Of Firewood For Needy Families
Shane McDaniel hung a sign outside his shop, soliciting donations of firewood for needy families...
Crawfish Prices Drop To New Low
Here's great news for crawfish lovers. Prices are at the lowest they've been this year...
Vodka’s Good For You! Here’s Why
Vodka is my preferred adult beverage. Why? It's easy to find, easy to order, and it's the healthiest liquor there is...
Lauren Daigle Didn’t Make The Cut On American Idol [Video]
Acadiana native Lauren Daigle is a hot property She has a #1 Contemporary Christian album, and her single, "You Say" is a multi chart hit. Lauren was rejected by the judges on American Idol more than once...
Phil Collins Fans Want Refund For $300 Concert Tickets
Phil Collins recently delivered a reportedly stunning performance at Christchurch Stadium in New Zealand. Not all concert goers were thrilled, however...