I grew up in a place where it snows a lot. I loved it when I was a kid. Things changed when I got a job. I've spent nearly my entire adult life in Acadiana and it's the place I'm pleased to call home. I raised my children here, and my grandson Nathan is growing up here. When I was a kid, my brothers & I would "camp out' on the porch on summer nights, listening to a portable AM radio. We got great reception of stations in New York, Boston & even WLS out of Chicago. My favorite was "Cousin" Bruce Morrow. My brothers loved listening to it and I said "I want to do that"...
Steve Wiley
Louisiana’s LeRoux At Rhythms on the River
A long time Acadiana favorite takes the stage at Rhythms on the River tonight! Louisiana's LeRoux has been doing Acadiana proud for more than 40 years...
Mommy & Me KidsFest Rescheduled
Mommy & Me KidsFest, presented by Theriot Family Dental Care, was originally scheduled for this Saturday, April 13th, at Parc Sans Souci in downtown Lafayette. It's been rescheduled...
Want Your Kids To Be Happy Adults? Make ‘Em Play Outside!
It seems like more kids are being treated for depression and other psychological issues than ever before. What's changed since previous generations were growing up?...
Favorite Show About To Be Cancelled? Vote To Save It!
Network TV executives want "hit" shows. That means a number of shows go on the chopping block every season because they under perform in the ratings. My many years in broadcast media have taught me EVERY system of measurement is flawed. Letter writing campaigns have saved shows from being axed before, and they will again...
Fleetwood Mac To Replace Rolling Stones At Jazzfest
It was announced last weekend, The Rolling Stones' scheduled appearance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival was being cancelled because Mick Jagger has a health issue. Mick will be performing at Jazzfest. Mick Fleetwood, that is...
Here’s The Reason The Rolling Stones Won’t Be At Jazzfest
It was reported last weekend the Rolling Stones are postponing the North American leg of their "No Filter" tour. That, of course, meant cancelling their May 2nd appearance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival...
David Ball At Rhythms on the River
Country star David Ball is up next at Rhythms on the River...
Man Calls Police About Noise In Attic, Gets Busted For Meth Lab
Yet another stupid criminal. A man called police, saying he heard noises in his attic. Police found no intruder. They did discover a meth lab...
Woman Embezzles $93,000.00 To Pay For Wedding…And Butt Lift
A woman in Virginia stole $93,000 from her employer to pay wedding related expenses...and for a butt lift...
Rolling Stones’ Jazzfest Appearance Cancelled
Don't shoot me! I'm just the messenger. The Rolling Stones' scheduled appearance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival isn't going to happen...
Meet Johnathan, The World’s Oldest Land Animal
I knew tortoises lived a long time, but this caught me by surprise!...
Happy Birthday, Eric Clapton! [Video]
Eric Clapton's career has spanned well over 50 years. He's my all time favorite musician...
Check Out Poverty Point, Louisiana’s Own Stonehenge
Stonehenge in England has long been a source of fascination, and mystery. Did you know Louisiana has such a place of its own?...
Bag Of Donuts At Rhythms On The River [Video]
The spring season of Rhythms on the River kicks off this Thursday (March 28th)!...
Verizon Offering Free Robocall Blocking
I recently switched to Verizon from another carrier. Within the first couple days, I received three calls with the caller ID reading "Potential Spam," and one that read "Robocall." Verizon is reportedly rolling out a free robocall blocking app in the next few days (end of March)...
What Time Should Your Kids Go To Bed? Here’s A Chart
Bed Time can be a real struggle for a family. Kids want to stay up longer, because they think it's being "grown up." That's kind of ironic, given most American adults can't seem to get enough sleep...
Last Of Legendary Tuskeegee Airmen Passes Away At 96
Learning history from a 12 year old is an interesting experience. A few months ago, my grandson wanted to watch a movie called "Red Tails." The movie chronicles the exploits of the legendary Tuskeegee Airmen...
Don’t use Fabric Softener On Your Pet’s Blanket Or Bedding
Lots of people let their pets have the run of the laundry room. I's a good place for the litter box. That being said, important to take care your pet doesn't come in contact with dryer sheets, or liquid fabric softener...
It’s ‘National Puppy Day’!
Who doesn't love puppies?! Today (March 23rd) is "National Puppy Day."...
Technology Is Making Us Stupid [opinion]
We're dumbing down. People have become so dependent upon technology, we can't do simple things that were once standard procedure in daily life...