Two South Louisiana Natives In Kentucky Derby Field
American jockeys seem to be vanishing from the "Sport of Kings" in recent years. There are only seven American riders in this years field. Not surprisingly, they're both from Louisiana.
American jockeys seem to be vanishing from the "Sport of Kings" in recent years. There are only seven American riders in this years field. Not surprisingly, they're both from Louisiana.
As usual, the music cranks up at 5:30 in the River Ranch Townsquare. Admission is free. All ages are welcome.
We at KTDY are proud to be a sponsor.
"We're excited how the whole Acadiana experiences an economic impact. That's what we are here for and we want to bring people to our community. We want to make sure everyone benefits from this festival," - Monica Hebert, Festival Board Of Directors President
These pics from the sold out Carrie Underwood/Hunter Hayes show last night are compliments of some Facebook junkies who like to share, or if you weren't there, rub it in.
The available variety of music, food, and art is as eclectic as ever. I downloaded the app and browsed the schedule to make some decisions about who I want to see perform.
The band features Wayne Toups, Steve Riley, and Wilson Savoy, and recently won the Grammy Award for best regional roots album.
If you are sporting anything from a 'goatee' to a 'ZZ', you might want to check out the Louisiana Beard & Facial Hair Association's competition!
The weather forced cancellation of Rhythms On The River this week. Mojeaux will tentatively be rescheduled. We don't have confirmation yet.
Our friends at KATC TV 3 have forecast severe weather moving into Acadiana overnight Wednesday, and into Thursday.
This has forced the folks at River Ranch to Cancel Rhythms On The River for Thursday, April 11th.
FestiVELO was its name, and it was held yesterday at Parc Sans Souci.
As of April 8th, Festival International is leading both Jazzfest and the French Quarter Festival in a Times-Picayune reader's poll. What's your favorite Louisiana spring music festival?
The festival closes on Sunday with Beyonce, Janelle Monáe and the supergroup, TGT (Tyrese, Ginuwine and Tank).