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10 Things You Didn't Know About CJ

JayCee — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:00:03 +0000

When I asked CJ about the 10 things we didn’t know about him, he looked at me and said “you already know one of them, jerk!” (There was a smile on his face, so I know that “jerk” was said with lots of love! And vinegar, probably.) What he was referring to was #1. Last [...]

10 Things You Don't Know About Steve Wiley

Debbie Ray — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:06:57 +0000

We always joke about Steve's bachelor status, but if you ever doubted us, read #1 in my list of 10 Things You Don't Know About Steve Wiley:

What Are the Best States for Retirement?

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:04:28 +0000

You’ve put the kids through college and paid off the mortgage, so now it’s time to kick back and relax. So, where should you spend your golden years? Bankrate.com has created a list of the 10 best states to retire and if you think Florida is anywhere to be seen, you are more off-base than [...]

Hawaii Has the Least Stress in America — What State Has the Most?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:35:45 +0000

The surf may be up in Hawaii, but blood pressure definitely isn’t. The Aloha State is the least stressed state in the country. The findings come from a study based on 350,000 interviews. Only 32% of people in Hawaii claimed they felt stressed the day before. A nice leisurely day at the beach followed by [...]

What Cities Are the Worst for Spring Allergies?

Drew Weisholtz — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 05:40:50 +0000

Finishing at the top of a list of the worst cities for allergies is nothing to sneeze at. Or is it? The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has come out with a list ranking the most challenging cities to live in during spring allergy season. Grab a tissue, Jackson, Mississippi, and wipe the tears [...]

Remedies for Hiccups: How to Eat, Drink or Breathe Your Way to a Cure [LIST]

Debbie Ray — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 08:27:12 +0000

I hope just reading the list will cure you, like it did for me, but if not, try these remedies and let me know which one worked for you!

Louisiana's Favorite Easter Treats Include Elmer's Candy and Crawfish [LIST]

Debbie Ray — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:00:07 +0000

In South Louisiana, two things seem to hand in hand with Easter: Crawfish and Gold Brick Eggs. Sure a lot of people eat fish sticks, ham and jelly beans, but crawfish and Elmer's are a part of nearly every Acadiana family's Good Friday or Easter menu.

Where Are the Coolest Small Towns in America?

Mike Adams — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 09:20:10 +0000

The charm of American small towns comes in many forms, and these quaint, less traveled locations are responsible for contributing some tried-and-true slices of real Americana. Because of that, they are some of the coolest places to visit in the country.

But where exactly are these places?

What Are the World's Healthiest Countries?

Mike Adams — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 13:00:39 +0000

Earlier this month, we were astonished to learn what countries were the laziest in the world. So, it stands to reason that in order to put the scope of the worldwide condition into perspective it is now necessary to identify the world’s healthiest countries.

Public Art is All Around Us in Lafayette

Debbie Ray — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 08:51:22 +0000

Did you know you don't even have to go to a museum to see interesting 'art' in Lafayette? I was surprised to see just how many installations of sculpture there are around the Hub City. Here are a few that I spotted. Have you seen any others? Please share any more that you find by [...]

Online Survey Reveals Top Bird Songs

Debbie Ray — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 15:13:19 +0000

An online survey by 'Birds and Blooms' has come up with the Top 16 Bird Songs. Here are the Top 5. Did your faves make the cut? 1 Fly Like an Eagle - Steve Miller Band 2 Rockin' Robin - by Bobby Day and by The Jackson 5 3 [...]

6 Songs That Make Great Use of the Word 'Yeah' [LIST]

Debbie Ray — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 21:01:05 +0000

In the first three songs on this list, it's pretty obvious. It's more subtle in the other three. Can you think of any more? Beatles - She Loves You Kenny Rogers and the First Edition - Just Dropped In Usher featuring Lil John and Ludacris- Yeah [...]

And the Highest-Rated Auto Companies in the US Are…

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 09:56:59 +0000

Toyota, Honda, Mercedes, Ford, Chevy, Nissan… All these brands claim to sell the best cars on the market, boasting reliability, endurance, speed and the like. But when it comes to what the general public thinks, which of these brands actually lives up to their claim? According to Harris Interactive’s massive survey of 38,000 adults, Honda [...]

Six Songs That Make Me Cry

Debbie Ray — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 09:50:26 +0000

Music evokes such emotion in me that sometimes I can't even listen to it. Seriously. This is a problem sometimes at work. It happened just the other day at 7:30 in the morning. The song before the news was 'Let It Be' and I had to totally tune it out of my head and completely concentrate on proofing what I was about to read. I wouldn't ha

Celeb Deaths, Giant Squid, Crazy Tweets and More Best Pics of the Week

Nick Romano — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 20:33:06 +0000

This week we said goodbye to a number of celebrities we fell in love with over the years through their memorable and relatable characters. Dick Beals, who lent his high-pitched voice to the characters of Gumby and Speedy the Alka-Seltzer kid, passed away May 29, but people were still mourning the loss into the weekend. [...]

Songs For Your Summer 'Girls Trip' [Playlist]

Debbie Ray — Tue, 29 May 2012 09:05:08 +0000

Summer is pretty much here, and if you are going to be taking a trip with your friends and leaving the men and the kids at home, you might want to bring some of these songs with you. It'll make the time go by faster during the drive/flight/ride and it'll really set the stage for some fun for the ladies.

Where Are the Most Expensive Places to Live in America?

Mike Adams — Sat, 26 May 2012 09:58:59 +0000

While some things change, other things stay the same. It seems that even in light of a quaking economy and pseudo depression, the one thing Americans can always count on is that it is expensive to live — no matter where you are. Yet, there is no illusion that some places are just more expensive [...]

What Are the Most Dangerous US Cities for Women?

Danny Gallagher — Tue, 01 May 2012 09:43:04 +0000

The population is skyrocketing and the economy is stagnant. These two factors can make a dangerous combination for all sorts of violent crimes. Some cities have become dangerous places to be, especially for women. Forbes put together a list of the most dangerous cities for women to live in and visit. The data for the [...]

Halloween Music Mix – Fun Favorites and Scary Songs [VIDEO]

Debbie Ray — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:28:39 +0000

With October upon us and Halloween just around the corner, we've compiled a list of our favorite Halloween music to help with your party msic mix. They're listed from 'Most Fun' to 'Most Scary.' Don't listen to the last five songs if it's dark and you're alone…we don't want to frighten you! 10 The Addams [...]

KTDY Listeners Reveal Their Hidden Acadiana Gems

CJ — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 15:56:15 +0000

KTDY listeners reveal their favorite hidden gems in the Acadiana area.

Toni Hardy "Lake Martin Bird Sanctuary!!! At dusk!!"

Rhonda Rodriguez "Polyester Power Hour"