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2024 International Rice Festival Unveils Music Lineup
The 87th annual International Rice Festival in Crowley, Louisiana is scheduled for October 17-20, 2024, and organizers have released this year's entertainment lineup.
![Things Found in Louisiana Homes Proving They're Cajun and Creole](http://townsquare.media/site/38/files/2024/07/attachment-Hitachi-Chime-O-Matic-Rice-Cooker.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Things Found in Louisiana Homes Proving They're Cajun and Creole
There are surefire tells when it comes to Cajun and Creole culture. Maybe it's the pots in the kitchen or jars of various pickled foods. Or, maybe it's a certain type of rice cooker.
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A Favorite Louisiana Airline Announces Major Change to Boarding Procedure
A popular airline that many in Louisiana love to use when traveling is breaking a 50-year tradition when it comes to boarding the plane.
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Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy - Louisiana Stores to Close
A national furniture chain with a 130 year history has filed for bankruptcy, half a dozen of the store's locations in Louisiana will be closing.
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Louisiana Flood Threat Elevated - 'Next Level' Rains Likely
Portions of Louisiana can expect even heavier downpours today as National Weather Service forecasters have raised the flood threat once again.
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Texas Rainfall Brings Out Dangerous ‘Toxic’ Worms That Regenerate
The recent excessive rainfall has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding. Here's what you need to know.
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Home For Sale in Lafayette is a Mid-Centry Modern Lover's Dream
Located on the Vermilion River in one of Lafayette's most coveted neighborhoods, this MCM home is one of the coolest houses in the city.
![Louisiana Man Flees Courtroom After Learning He Had Warrants, Then Beats Homeowner in Nearby Neighborhood](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-11.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Man Flees Courtroom After Learning He Had Warrants, Then Beats Homeowner in Nearby Neighborhood
Baton Rouge Police said Kendrick Miller caused a police search across the downtown area when he ran away from the 19th Judicial Courthouse yesterday afternoon after learning he had active warrants.
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Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy - Texas Stores Closing Soon
A nationwide furniture and appliance dealer with some 80 locations in Texas has confirmed bankruptcy plans. Several Texas locations will be closing.
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Texas Powerball - Texas Lottery Confirms 'Life Changing' Win
The Texas Lottery has confirmed a "life-changing" win in Wednesday's Powerball drawing. It was one of two "big wins" in Texas Wednesday night.
![New Authentic Açaí Shop Opening in Lafayette, Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/07/attachment-National-Tequila-Day-copy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Authentic Açaí Shop Opening in Lafayette, Louisiana
If you have a hankering for an authentic açaí bowl look no further.
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Nearby Universal Theme Park for Louisiana Residents Coming Soon
It won't be long before Louisiana residents can make your way to a Universal theme park that is much closer than Orlando, Florida.
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These are the Best Margaritas in Lafayette, Louisiana
In honor of National Tequila Day, which is definitely a federal holiday in our book, we compiled a list of where you can celebrate this glorious day.
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Chilling Louisiana Myrtles Plantation Ghost Photos
Louisiana is no slouch when it comes to haunts, and Acadiana is no slouch when it comes to capturing ghosts and spirits in photos.
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A Plant? An Animal? What is This Washing Up on Louisiana Beaches?
Beaches across Louisiana and the Gulf South are being inundated with a sauerkraut like substance. Here's what it is and what you should do if you encounter it.
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Here’s Why Mushrooms Are Showing Up in Yards Across Louisiana
If you drive through your city or neighborhood in south Louisiana you will likely notice that many of the lawns have mushrooms growing in them.
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West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes in South Louisiana
Residents are urged to take precautions now that West Nile has been detected in mosquitos here in Acadiana.
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Louisiana Community Comes Together For One of Their Own
Jimbo, beloved for his kindness, receives overwhelming assistance from Crowley community.
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Whale Surfaces, Capsizing Boat Sending Fisherman into the Water
Two men were thrown overboard after a whale crashed into their boat and the entire event was caught on video.
![Louisiana Celebrates National Tequila Day - 6 Ways to Use It](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2015/05/663729.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Celebrates National Tequila Day - 6 Ways to Use It
Louisiana folks are finding out that the tequila in their liquor cabinet can do a lot more than just make a fine margarita. Some of these uses are simply amazing.