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Explore Lafayette's rich culture with these top 8 attractions—from historic sites to culinary delights, experience the heart of Cajun Country.

Deano’s in Lafayette unveiled a sweet-and-spicy ice cream chicken sandwich, a wild twist that’s reigniting the Chicken Sandwich Wars locally.

Discover the best Louisiana festivals in 2025! From Cajun music to seafood feasts, explore must-attend events celebrating local culture, food, and fun.

Discover the best Louisiana festivals in 2025! From Cajun music to seafood feasts, explore must-attend events celebrating local culture, food, and fun.

Looking for weekend plans? We’ve rounded up the best events happening across South Louisiana, including Bach Lunch, Wing Wars, ArtWalk, Sugar Jam, Cajun Country Paracon, and more!

From grand openings and food truck fun to horse racing and local markets, here are the top things to do in South Louisiana this weekend, April 5–7, 2025.

A popular Cra-Z-Art jewelry-making kit sold in Louisiana has been recalled due to a hazardous chemical in the included resin. Parents are urged to stop use immediately and request a refund.

LSU star Livvy Dunne posted a video of her eating boiled crawfish and she didn't hold back on how she enjoys her crawfish, which many applaud.

Festival des Fleurs 2025 returns to Lafayette with a celebration of gardening, plant sales, expert advice, and fun for the whole family!

We eat a lot of crawfish in Lafayette. With dozens of restaurants and thousands of fans in south Louisiana, it's a major industry.

Reckitt is recalling thousands of Woolite Delicates bottles sold on Amazon due to possible bacterial contamination. Here's what you need to know.

Spring is here, and Acadiana’s patio season is in full swing. Doctors’ orders: Get Outside.

Nestlé USA has issued a voluntary recall of select Lean Cuisine® and STOUFFER’S® frozen meals due to possible wood contamination in certain products. The recall affects specific batches of Butternut Squash Ravioli, Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and Party Size Chicken Lasagna, distributed nationwide between September 2024 and March 2025. Nestlé took action after receiving consumer complaints, including one potential choking incident. Customers should check batch codes and dispose of affected products immediately. Stay updated on refund options and official recall notices from Nestlé and the FDA.

Louisiana Catholics observing Lent don’t have to skip alligator. The Archdiocese of New Orleans confirms it’s considered seafood—making it a perfect Ash Wednesday or Lenten Friday meal!

Lent is a sacred time for Catholics in Southwest Louisiana, known for their strong faith and devotion. From fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday to meat abstinence on Fridays, locals embrace these traditions deeply. Many participate in the Stations of the Cross, extra prayer, and acts of charity as they prepare for Easter Sunday. Want to stay on top of Lent this year? The Hallow App offers prayer guides and challenges to help. What are you giving up or doing this Lent? Join the conversation!

Join the Down Syndrome Association of Acadiana (DSAA) for the Inaugural Bad Pants Open Golf Tournament at Le Triomphe on April 7, 2025! Enjoy golf, prizes, food, live music, and a $10,000 Hole-in-One giveaway—all for a great cause! Register today!

Louisiana is known for its vibrant culture and endless festivities—but a recent WalletHub survey reveals that our state might be indulging a bit too much. Ranked 4th overall in "state sins," the Bayou State tops the list in excesses and vices. Discover how cultural norms and regional laws contribute to Louisiana’s unique blend of fun and controversy.

Mardi Gras is full of festive throws, but what do you do with all those beads after the parade? Discover creative and sustainable ways to reuse your Mardi Gras beads for crafts, donations, and decorations!

Many are preparing for the traditional Mardi Gras runs across Acadiana, but will chickens be absent from the runs in 2025?

According to a study done by researchers at Kevin McManus Law, Louisiana ranks as the second-most dangerous state, WalletHub has similar results for the Bayou State.