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![Louisiana Town Named 'One of the Best' For Red Snapper Fishing](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/10/attachment-Red-Snapper-Darcizzle-Offshore-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Town Named 'One of the Best' For Red Snapper Fishing
If you like catching more than you like fishing then there is one Louisiana town in particular you need to visit if you're after Red Snapper.
![Satellite Photos Confirm Worst Fears for Louisiana Summer](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2021/02/Haunted.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Satellite Photos Confirm Worst Fears for Louisiana Summer
A series of photos from miles in the sky is giving Louisiana several reasons for greater concern this summer. Here's what the eye in the sky is seeing.
![Finally, The LSU Band Will Play the Tiger Stadium Anthem ‘Neck’](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-GettyImages-154286806.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Finally, The LSU Band Will Play the Tiger Stadium Anthem ‘Neck’
The iconic and controversial anthem "Neck," a staple in LSU's musical tradition will be played this upcoming season–with a bit of a twist.
![Louisiana Walgreens Locations Slashing Prices Of 1,500 Items](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2022/08/attachment-Screen-Shot-2022-08-02-at-1.56.53-PM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Walgreens Locations Slashing Prices Of 1,500 Items
Walgreens announced on Wednesday that they will be decreasing the price of over 1,500 items currently sold in all of their 9,000 store locations nationwide. According to CNN, this will include both name-brand and store-brand items. It seems retailers are adjusting to consumers' post-pandemic shopping habits and taking inflation into consideration.
![Josh Gibson New MLB Batting Leader as Negro Leagues Stats Added](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-29T174144.351.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Josh Gibson New MLB Batting Leader as Negro Leagues Stats Added
Josh Gibson became MLB's career leader after Negro Leagues records for more than 2,300 players were incorporated over a three-year project.
PHOTOS: Discover the Seven Modern Wonders of Acadiana
Lafayette and the broader Acadiana region are brimming with buildings and landmarks that range from awe-inspiring and jaw-dropping to downright perplexing.
![Baton Rouge, Louisiana Mayor Throws Pool Party For Youth, Ends Early Due to Fights](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-05-29-at-7.54.09-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana Mayor Throws Pool Party For Youth, Ends Early Due to Fights
Summer break in Baton Rouge, Louisiana did not start so well after several fights broke out at a pool party hosted by the Mayor's Office.
![Louisiana Lawmakers Push DOTD to Move on I-49 Lafayette Connector](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-pic-21.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Lawmakers Push DOTD to Move on I-49 Lafayette Connector
After nearly 25 years of planning and preparation, Louisiana lawmakers are pushing DOTD to move the I-49 Lafayette Connector project forward.
![Louisiana Police Officer Suddenly Dies While on Duty](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-05-29-at-6.53.12-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Police Officer Suddenly Dies While on Duty
The law enforcement community across Louisiana is mourning the loss of Corporal Pricilla Dean Pierson of the Ponchatoula Police Department.
![New Law Changes Grades for Louisiana Students](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-pic-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Law Changes Grades for Louisiana Students
The new law changes the grading scale in public schools and puts Louisiana students on more equal footing with those in neighboring states.
![Lafayette, La. Man Charged with Child Porn and Animal Sex Crimes](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/02/attachment-Untitled-design-112.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette, La. Man Charged with Child Porn and Animal Sex Crimes
A Lafayette man has been arrested for child pornography and animal sex charges.
![Floating Louisiana Tiki Bar](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2023/02/attachment-1-7-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Floating Louisiana Tiki Bar
You may have seen 'pedal bars' at major cities across the country, but have you ever seen one on water? Introducing the floating Tiki Bar.
![The Best Cheeseburger in Louisiana According to Yelp Reviews](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2022/04/attachment-Hamburger-Photo-courtesy-of-loes-klinker-MLDLPO3DysE-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Best Cheeseburger in Louisiana According to Yelp Reviews
Where can the best cheeseburger in Louisiana be found?
![Alligator Killed While Chewing on Body of a Texas Woman](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2019/04/GettyImages-1145116193.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Alligator Killed While Chewing on Body of a Texas Woman
Law enforcement officials found an alligator chewing on the body of a Texas woman. Police were forced to kill the alligator to prevent further harm to the body.
![Texas Girl Bit by Venomous Snake, What Louisiana Needs to Know](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Knuckle-of-Girl-Bitten-by-Copperhead.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas Girl Bit by Venomous Snake, What Louisiana Needs to Know
Why a Texas girl's experience is a good reminder for us here in Louisiana.
![Does Viral Cooler Hack Really Work to Beat the Louisiana Heat?](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-28T192734.206.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Does Viral Cooler Hack Really Work to Beat the Louisiana Heat?
A viral cooler hack has taken over social media, promising a more efficient way to keep your drinks ice cold. But is there a better way?
![Louisiana City Ranked in Most Dangerous Cities for Hit and Run Accidents](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/03/attachment-louisiana-accident.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana City Ranked in Most Dangerous Cities for Hit and Run Accidents
One of the traffic incidents that ranks high in Louisiana is the number of hit-and-runs. In fact, this city has the most hit-and-runs that ended in a fatality.
![Louisiana Residents Have to Stand Back If a Officer Says So](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-GettyImages-1465558158.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Residents Have to Stand Back If a Officer Says So
Governor Landry has signed a law that mandates you have to stand back if a police officers asks you to do so.
![Passenger Rail From Louisiana Delayed - What We Learned Tuesday](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2023/09/attachment-Amtrak-Train-too-Southern-Rail-Commisison-via-Facebook.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Passenger Rail From Louisiana Delayed - What We Learned Tuesday
Tuesday's meeting to discuss passenger rail service between New Orleans, Louisiana and Mobile, Alabama was long but was it productive?
![Get a Free Smoothie Today at Any Louisiana Tropical Smoothie Cafe](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/05/attachment-Tropical-Smoothie-Cafe-in-Lafayette.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Get a Free Smoothie Today at Any Louisiana Tropical Smoothie Cafe
In celebration of "National Flip Flop Day," Tropical Smoothie Cafes across the country are offering patrons who customers one free smoothie if they walk into a store this afternoon with flip flops on.