Joe Cunningham is a Senior Editor at RedState.com and occasional contributor to TheHayride.com. He hails from Natchitoches, Louisiana, where he grew up and attended college, earning a degree in broadcast journalism and sociology. He worked in radio at KNOC 1450 in Natchitoches before moving to Lafayette with his family. He worked as a sports and lifestyles editor in Abbeville before teaching in Lafayette Parish. Married with two daughters, Joe is as much a cooking fanatic as he is a political junkie, sharing both his takes on the news of the day and the recipes he's cooking on his own daily newsletter.
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Severe Weather, Overturned Semi Block I-10 Bridge in Lake Charles
A band of severe storms rolling through south Louisiana wreaked havoc along I-10 in South Louisiana.
ROAD CLOSURE: Portion of Ambassador Caffery to Be Closed This Weekend
A maintenance project on a bridge in a high-traffic area of Lafayette could cause some traffic issues on Sunday.
4 of the Most Cozy Cafes to Visit in Lafayette, Louisiana
Coffee shops in Lafayette are excellent places for taking a break, relaxing, or even getting some work done.
ALERT: Credit Card Scammers Caught Targeting Louisiana Stores
If you're using a card to pay for something in Louisiana, check the machine first.
These Internet ‘Fast Food Secrets’ Are Changing How Louisiana Orders Out
When it comes to needing to save a buck or two when picking up food, the Internet is full of ways to save.
The Most Cajun Things People in Lafayette, Louisiana Could Grill This Summer
Louisiana cooking is already so unique from the rest of the country that you can imagine some of the things we're tossing on our grills will also be pretty different, too.
Ragin’ Cajuns Softball Dominates JMU, Strolls Into Sun Belt Semifinals
The No. 1-seeded Ragin' Cajuns softball team proved their ranking on Thursday morning in an 8-0 sweep of James Madison University.
What Does It Mean When You See a Green Porch Light in Texas?
Have you ever been driving around in the evening and seen different-colored lights on people's porches in Texas?
What Does It Mean When You See a Green Porch Light in Louisiana?
Have you ever been driving around in the evening and seen different-colored lights on people's porches in Louisiana?
Latest Postseason Projections Show Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns In, LSU Out
The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns of Lafayette are favored to be heading to at least one regional round after the Sun Belt Conference tournament.
Take a Look at the Most Expensive Home for Sale in Lafayette, Louisiana
With nearly 10,000 total square footage of space, this Lafayette home could be yours for $3,695,000.
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, but Louisiana Law Prevents Teachers From Receiving These Gifts
Sending a gift to your child's (or children's) teacher is a thoughtful gesture, but Louisiana law has some limits.
Popular Retailer Adopts Age Restriction for Customers – Are Louisiana and Texas Next?
If Target makes this a nationwide policy, it could have an impact across Louisiana and Texas.
These 4 Louisiana Hospitals Received a ‘D’ Rating in Safety – Here’s Why
Hospital safety is of paramount importance as it directly impacts the well-being of patients. But in Louisiana, several hospitals get low marks.
Major Grocery Store Chains to Even More Stores in Louisiana and Texas in Merger Deal
The hope is that the enhanced agreement, which will impact Louisiana and Texas, will satisfy the Federal Trade Commission.
These 2 Texas Cities Are Among the Most Dangerous in America
People are concerned about safety in their cities, and these two Texas cities are no exception.
Texas Meat Packing Company Issues Popular Food Recall – See Who Is Impacted
A popular ethnic cooking ingredient is under recall in portions of Texas after a meat packing company issued a warning about packaging contamination.
Do You Have to Roll Down Your Window if You’re Pulled Over in Louisiana?
What's the proper etiquette if you get pulled over in Louisiana? Here's what you need to know.
The Top 8 Mexican Restaurants in Lafayette, According to Yelp
Lafayette's affection for Mexican fare goes beyond mere culinary appreciation. We are downright obsessed.
Victim Identified in Fatal Lafayette Crash, Police Still Investigating
The victim, a Lafayette man, has been identified and the roadway is now open.