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Pics From The Carrie Underwood/Hunter Hayes Concert [Photos]

CJ — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:58:42 +0000

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 show was incredible with Carrie Underwood hovering over the crowd on a portable stage. And of course a homecoming for Acadiana’s own Hunter Hayes. [...]

Fun Things to Do Around Lafayette – March 1, 2, 3, 2013

Debbie Ray — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 12:15:34 +0000

Crowley High School Drama Club presents “Aladdin” Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 7 pm. and Sunday, March 3, 2013 at 2 pm. at the Grand Opera House of the South. The JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes is Saturday, 3/2/13 in the River Ranch Town Square beginning at 8 AM. Cajun Comic [...]

Is It Time to Move Fans' Seats Back? — Sports Survey of the Day

BJ Ragone — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:53:05 +0000

After Saturday’s horrific accident at Daytona International Speedway, is it time that fans sit back a little further from the action? Fans have always wanted to be closer to the action when it comes to sports—courtside seats in the NBA, field level at a baseball game, and track-side at a race. The only sports that [...]

The Music Of Led Zeppelin Tonight!

CJ — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 14:15:02 +0000

The greatest rock show in Lafayette, the Music Of Led Zeppelin is tonight at 8PM at the Heymann Performing Arts Center. The show salutes the music of one of the greatest rock bands ever, recently showcased in the Kennedy Center honors broadcast, Led Zeppelin! Tonight at the Heymann Center, Acadiana will get treated to the [...]

Treats At The Village

JayCee — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:00:03 +0000

The Autism Society of Acadiana will be participating in "Treats at the Village" at Acadian Village on October 30th.

This annual Halloween event was created for individuals with special needs (of all ages) who will "treat" from house-to-house in Acadian Villagein a safe, family-friendly environment.

Was It 1967, 1968 or 1969? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 19:01:05 +0000

WHAT YEAR WAS IT

These songs were on the radio:

'Good Morning Starshine' (Oliver)
'Everyday People' (Sly & The Family Stone)
'Come Together' (The Beatles)

These events were shaping the world:

“Easy Rider” opens in theaters.
“The Godfather” by Mario Puzo is released in print.
Vince Lombardi (Redskins) coaches his last football game, losing.

Was It 1985, 1986 or 1987? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 21:53:11 +0000

WHAT YEAR WAS IT?

These songs were on the radio:

'St. Elmo’s Fire' (John Parr)
'Saving All My Love For You' (Whitney Houston)
'Part-Time Lover' (Stevie Wonder)

These events were shaping the world:

The cost of a dozen eggs: 96 cents.
Lee Iacocca’s 'Iacocca: An Autobiography ' is on the best-selling list for 62 consecutive weeks.

Three months after a new version of Coke is launched, the Coca-Cola Co. announces it was going to continue producing the original, 99-year-old formula soft drink.

Was It 1972, 1973 or 1974

CJ — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:38:07 +0000

WHAT YEAR WAS IT

These songs were popular:

'Loves Me Like A Rock' (Paul Simon)
'Bad, Bad Leroy Brown' (Jim Croce)
'Midnight Train To Georgia' (Gladys Knight & The Pips)

These events were current:

Skylab, the first American space station, is launched.
The Watergate trial begins in Washington, D.C.
President Nixon signs the Endangered Species Act into law.

Was It 1977, 1979 or 1981? [VIDEO]

CJ — Sat, 22 Sep 2012 00:31:34 +0000

WHAT YEAR WAS IT

These songs were popular:

'Heart Of Glass' (Blondie)
'Sad Eyes' (Robert John)
'Babe' (Styx)

These events were making headlines:

Congress approves the creation of the Department of Education.
A nuclear power plant accident occurs at Three Mile Island, Pennsylvania, releasing radiation.
43 million watch "Elvis!" on ABC.

Was It 1960, 1962 or 1965? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:56:00 +0000

What Year Was It?

These songs were popular:

'Do You Love Me' (The Contours)
'The Twist' (Chubby Checker)
'The Loco-Motion' (Little Eva)

These were current events:

The first James Bond movie, 'Dr. No,' is released. Starring as 007 is Sean Connery, 32.
Marilyn Monroe dies of a barbiturate overdose at age 36.
Walter Cronkite begins anchoring the 'CBS Evening News.'

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 23:19:18 +0000

What Year Was It?

These songs were topping the charts:

'Jack & Diane' (John Cougar)
'Who Can it Be Now?' (Men At Work)
'Up Where We Belong' (Joe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes)

These events were shaping the world:

M.R.I. diagnostic machines are introduced in Britain.
John Belushi, 33, dies of a drug overdose.
Michael Jackson releases his “Thriller” album.

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:31:57 +0000

WHAT YEAR WAS IT?

These songs were on the radio:

'We Can Work It Out' (The Beatles)
'Summer In The City' (The Lovin’ Spoonful)
'You Keep Me Hangin’ On' (The Supremes)

These events were shaping the world:

'Star Trek' is launched. It will become one of the few series to be more popular in syndication that in its network run.
LSD is pulled off the market by its manufacturer after being banned by the government in response to controversy over the hallucinogen’s recreational uses.
Wilt Chamberlain breaks the NBA career scoring record at 20,884 points.

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:39:43 +0000

What Year Was It?

These songs were on the charts:

'Human' (Human League)
'Amanda' (Boston)
'True Colors' (Cyndi Lauper)

These events were in the news:

The 'Oprah Winfrey Show' hits national TV.
Nintendo video games are introduced in the U.S.
Clint Eastwood is elected mayor of Carmel, California

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:50:41 +0000

What Year Was It?

These songs were being played on the radio:

'Little Bit O’ Soul' (The Music Explosion)
'Hello Goodbye' (The Beatles)
'Respect' (Aretha Franklin)

These events were taking place:

Robert 'Evel' Knievel's motorcycle jumps 16 automobiles.
Rolling Stone begins publication.
The first Super Bowl is held.

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 21:20:42 +0000

What Year Was It!

These songs were on the radio:

'Band On The Run' (Paul McCartney & Wings)
'I Shot The Sheriff' (Eric Clapton)
'Bennie And The Jets' (Elton John)

These events were taking place:

'All In The Family' is the top rated show.
People magazine debuts.
New York Yankees Mickey Mantle and Whitey Ford are elected to Hall of Fame.

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 16:26:02 +0000

What Year Was It?

These songs were on the radio:

'Jack & Diane' (John Cougar)
'Who Can it Be Now?' (Men At Work)
'Up Where We Belong' (Joe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes)

These events were shaping the Nation:

Movies of the year: 'E.T. – the Extra-Terrestrial,' 'Tootsie,' 'Gandhi' and 'The Verdict.'
'Schindler’s List' by author Thomas Keneally is published.
John W. Hinckley, Jr. is found not guilty because of insanity in the shooting of President Reagan.

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 21:23:14 +0000

What Year Was It?

These songs were topping the charts:

'Please Don’t Go' (K.C. & The Sunshine Band)
'Rock With You' (Michael Jackson
'Do That To Me One More Time' (Captain & Tennille)

These events were taking place:

Post-It Notes begin sticking everywhere.
'The Empire Strikes Back' opens in theatres.
The Pittsburgh Steelers win their fourth world championship in six years with a 31-19 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl XIV.

What Year Was 'Play That Funky Music' A Hit? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 22:20:29 +0000

What year was 'Play That Funky Music' and these other songs a hit?

These songs were on the radio:

'Let Your Love Flow' (Bellamy Brothers)
'The Rubberband Man' (Spinners)
'Play That Funky Music' (Wild Cherry)

These events were making headlines:

Stretch Armstrong becomes a hot new toy.
The nation celebrates its Bicentennial.
The ink-jet printer is invented.

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 14:28:53 +0000

What year was it?

These songs were popular:

'I Can’t Go For That' (Hall & Oates)
'Centerfold' (J. Geils Band)
'Ebony And Ivory' (Paul McCartney with Stevie Wonder)

These events were taking place:

St. Louis Cardinals defeat Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 to win the World Series.
John W. Hinckley, Jr. is found not guilty because of insanity in the shooting of President Reagan.
M.R.I. diagnostic machines are introduced in Britain.

What Year Was It? [VIDEOS]

CJ — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 22:58:26 +0000

What year was it?

These songs were hot:

'Private Eyes' (Hall & Oates)
'Arthur’s Theme (Best That You Can Do)' (Christopher Cross)
'Endless Love' (Diana Ross & Lionel Richie)

These events were being talked about:

A first-class stamp cost 20 cents.
MRI machines are first used in Britain.
John Belushi, 33, dies of a drug overdose.