4th of July

The management of Townsquare Media Lafayette has given its employees an extended holiday weekend, so we may enjoy the time with those who are important to us. The offices of KTDY are closed Thursday, July 3rd, Through Sunday, July 6th.

With the Independence Day weekend right around the bend, it's time to show off your grilling skills. Let us help you.

What's your favorite Fourth of July song? Spotify has used its location tagging technology to compile a list of favorite Fourth of July songs by state. What's Louisiana's favorite?

In addition to talking about what restaurants will be open on the Fourth, Tiffiany and Chef Zach highlighted this week's Eat Lafayette Restaurant of the Week - Deano's South.

Thursday is Independence Day, and cities and towns all across America will be celebrating in style—but not always in conventional fashion. Heck, not always in America either.

The typical summer picnic, including hot dogs, cheeseburgers and other fare cost an average of $57.20 for 10 people. That's $5.72 per person. That's a better deal than a fast food combo.

It was on July 2, 1776, that the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia voted to approve a resolution for independence from Britain.

A lot of motorists are expected to take to the road this holiday weekend, and law enforcement officials have some advise for drivers. Take extra safety precautions. The Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office will be stepping up patrols Beginning Thursday, and through the holiday weekend...

Some Fourth of July fireworks advice...Let the professionals do it.

Whatever your plans for the 4th of July, travel and fireworks are part of many celebrations, including here in Acadiana and across the Gulf Coast. According to an annual survey by Visa, Fourth of July spending will be up 58%. This year, the Visa survey found that respondents planned to spend significantly more at $300...

The Lafayette Consolidated Government Compost Facility at 400 Dugas Rd. will be closed on the Fourth of July, and will reopen on Friday, July 5.

Fourth of July celebrations can sometimes end in unpleasant surprises like a trip to the emergency room. If you'll be celebrating with fireworks, a barbecue, or relaxing at the pool or beach, the American Red Cross has tips for enjoying a safe, happy holiday.

American popular music has been around since before America even declared its independence. 'Yankee Doodle,' anyone? That classic was sung by Colonial American soldiers as early as the French and Indian War. Here’s a list of 10 to add to your Fourth of July playlist:

Did you ever think you'd see the day when MTV, VH1 and CMT would actually play nothing but music videos?  They say they will but there's a catch.

On today's date, August 7, 1782, Gen. George Washington created the Order of the Purple Heart, a decoration to recognize merit in enlisted men and non-commissioned officers wounded or killed while serving with the U. S. Military.

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1776 – The United States Declaration of Independence is adopted by the Second Continental Congress (More info) 1826 – Former presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both die on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (More info)

The 4th of July brings a lot of heat with it, but it also brings lots of great music, family fun and fireworks. Here are our Top Picks for a fun July 4th celebration in Lafayette and Acadiana.

This Tuesday, July 3 Louisiana State Police, and the Abbeville Police Department, will set up a DUI Checkpoint in Vermilion Parish from 10:00 p.m. until 3:00 a.m. Troopers will be looking for impaired drivers, aggressive drivers and unrestrained occupants. Troopers have a zero tolerance policy for impaired persons operating a motor vehicle.   Impairment doesn't mean only that caused by alcoho

Garbage and recycling collection will happen on the Fourth of July in Lafayette Parish.

Be sure you buy your 4th of July fireworks at the stands that have been inspected and permitted. Illegal fireworks include anything that is not approved by the consumer product safety commission is considered illegal explosives and they are often unpackaged and/or wrapped with plain brown paper.