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Every few cents counts, save when you can, right?
06/13/2026

Every few cents counts, save when you can, right?

If you like your country music live, then you have options this summer! 🎸 🔊 🎶
06/13/2026

If you like your country music live, then you have options this summer! 🎸 🔊 🎶

Might be the best-kept secret you've been looking for.
06/13/2026

Might be the best-kept secret you've been looking for.

ICYMI: Whether you have a suburban lot in Broussard or a few acres outside Youngsville, this homesteading guide covers t...
06/13/2026

ICYMI: Whether you have a suburban lot in Broussard or a few acres outside Youngsville, this homesteading guide covers the Lafayette-specific rules, what to grow, when to plant it, and where to find free help getting started.

If you're there, you should know. If you know someone there, make sure they know.
06/13/2026

If you're there, you should know. If you know someone there, make sure they know.

So far, there have been seven officially documented reports of UFOs in Louisiana for 2026. Let's take a look at what has...
06/12/2026

So far, there have been seven officially documented reports of UFOs in Louisiana for 2026. Let's take a look at what has been reported, and where https://tsq.link/8ef76f47

A Carencro man faces felony charges after police say he gave abortion medication to a pregnant victim without her knowle...
06/12/2026

A Carencro man faces felony charges after police say he gave abortion medication to a pregnant victim without her knowledge, leading to an emergency delivery.

ICYMI - The traveling "Serial Killer Speakeasy" experience is making a stop in Acadiana, offering guests an evening that...
06/12/2026

ICYMI - The traveling "Serial Killer Speakeasy" experience is making a stop in Acadiana, offering guests an evening that blends theatrical storytelling, craft cocktails, and some of the most notorious names in criminal history. More HERE https://tsq.link/341fc37c

06/12/2026

Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming’s campaign shared a video that mocked Julia Letlow and made a jab involving her deceased husband. It didn’t land very well outside of his core base.

At this time, authorities have not publicly disclosed how many shots were fired or whether any of the fleeing suspects h...
06/12/2026

At this time, authorities have not publicly disclosed how many shots were fired or whether any of the fleeing suspects have been apprehended.

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