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![Louisiana City Named Worst Place To Live In The Entire State](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/11/attachment-bastrop-city-hall.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana City Named Worst Place To Live In The Entire State
Most folks may not know about this northeast Louisiana city, but it's there and apparently not doing well.
![Restaurants Open on Easter Sunday in Lafayette, Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/03/attachment-davey-gravy-QnVBdXQabdw-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Restaurants Open on Easter Sunday in Lafayette, Louisiana
This particular holiday weekend in Louisiana is all about spending time with family and eating lots and lots of food. If you are still trying to get your Sunday brunch or lunch in order, here are a list of restaurants that will be open for the holiday.
![How One Louisiana City Became the Crawfish Capital of the World](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/06/attachment-crawfish.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How One Louisiana City Became the Crawfish Capital of the World
How did this south Louisiana city become known as the "Crawfish Capital of the World?" It's an interesting story!
![Gypsy Rose Blanchard Announces Split from Husband in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/03/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-03-29T112313.306.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Gypsy Rose Blanchard Announces Split from Husband in Louisiana
Gypsy Rose Blanchard is now a single woman after announcing she has split from her husband Ryan Anderson.
![Louisiana Swamp Buckets Let You Boil Seafood Anywhere](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/07/attachment-DeltaFlauge-Outdoors.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Swamp Buckets Let You Boil Seafood Anywhere
No propane? No burner? No boiling pot? No problem with Swamp Buckets electric boiling bucket. Have you seen these yet?
![Where in Lafayette You Can Get Crawfish for Good Friday, Easter](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2021/03/7.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Where in Lafayette You Can Get Crawfish for Good Friday, Easter
This weekend is one of the biggest for getting and eating crawfish, especially in Lafayette, so you better hop on it now!
![It's Illegal in Louisiana to Take Pictures on Railroad Tracks](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/01/attachment-RS24205_GettyImages-683853682.jpeg?w=980&q=75)
It's Illegal in Louisiana to Take Pictures on Railroad Tracks
If the idea of taking senior pictures on train tracks is being discussed, you're going to want to throw that idea out. Here's why...
![6 Why Reasons Louisiana Residents Will Need A REAL ID](http://townsquare.media/site/160/files/2024/03/attachment-real-id-comp.jpg?w=980&q=75)
6 Why Reasons Louisiana Residents Will Need A REAL ID
The deadline to get a REAL ID in Louisiana is approaching. Here is what you need to know.
![The Significance of the Easter Colors You See Across Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/04/attachment-leodgario-pescador-CWiRh5yImUU-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Significance of the Easter Colors You See Across Louisiana
Easter is full of color and the colors are significant to the celebration.
![10 Great Louisiana Easter Basket Stuffers That Aren't Candy](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/03/attachment-Stuffed-Rabbit-freestocks-via-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
10 Great Louisiana Easter Basket Stuffers That Aren't Candy
If you're looking to place a little Louisiana love in an Easter Basket this weekend might we suggest these as acceptable substitutes for candy.
![Louisiana Crawfish Prices - How High For Easter Weekend?](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/01/attachment-logan-ellzey-VxCzzBrgai4-unsplash1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Crawfish Prices - How High For Easter Weekend?
It's Easter Weekend in Louisiana and a time honored tradition of the weekend is a crawfish boil. How much and are there enough to go around? We've got answers.
![Revealed - The Reasons Why We Hide Easter Eggs in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/03/GettyImages-669382324.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Revealed - The Reasons Why We Hide Easter Eggs in Louisiana
Many Louisiana families will host or participate in Easter Egg hunts this weekend. Have you ever wondered why we do that? Here's the backstory you can share.
![Bill Would Criminalize Panhandling on All Louisiana Streets](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/03/attachment-steve-knutson-lQ2BzDNmnHE-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Bill Would Criminalize Panhandling on All Louisiana Streets
The bill successfully cleared a House panel on Tuesday according to Rep. Dixon McMakin House Bill 97's primary objective is to "enhance pedestrian and motorist safety" across Louisiana.
![Hey, Lafayette: Those Aren't Real People on Those Utility Poles](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/03/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-03-28T162148.929.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Hey, Lafayette: Those Aren't Real People on Those Utility Poles
Residents of Lafayette, take note: the human-like figures soon to be spotted atop utility poles in Lafayette are NOT in distress. Here's what they're really up to.
![Second Arrest Made in Carencro High Student's Fatal Shooting Case](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/03/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-03-28T155015.739.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Second Arrest Made in Carencro High Student's Fatal Shooting Case
The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office has announced a second arrest in the investigation of a shooting that claimed the life of a Carencro High School student.
![Texas Buc-ee's Kicks Out YouTuber Filling Trash Can With Soda](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/03/attachment-Buc-ees-Cup-Trash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas Buc-ee's Kicks Out YouTuber Filling Trash Can With Soda
That's right. Another content creator has attempted to violate the beloved Texas rest stop chain we call Buc-ee's.
![Louisiana Senator Moves to Ban 4-Day School Week Model](http://townsquare.media/site/101/files/2021/06/attachment-GettyImages-1165623314.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Senator Moves to Ban 4-Day School Week Model
Senator Beth Mizell has authored a bill in the Louisiana Legislative Session that would ban the 4-day school week. Ten parishes operate under the 4-day model.
![Louisiana Police Asking for Tips on Murder Suspect](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2022/09/attachment-St.-Martin-Parish-Sheriffs-Vehicle-Photo-courtesy-of-St.-Martin-Sheriffs-Office-Facebook.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Police Asking for Tips on Murder Suspect
St. Martin Parish Crimestoppers needs your help locating a suspect of a murder investigation from 2021.
![Brazen Louisiana Thieves Take Tide Pod Crime to the Next Level](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/03/attachment-Untitled-design-14.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Brazen Louisiana Thieves Take Tide Pod Crime to the Next Level
New Iberia, LA (KPEL News) - Theft of laundry pods, especially Tide, have plagued nearly every state in the nation. Numerous stories populate the internet from Connecticut to New York to Colorado about what's being referred to as the laundry detergent crime wave...
![Good News for Those Dying Eggs for Easter in Louisiana — Prices Are Down](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/03/attachment-RS13957_508764074.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Good News for Those Dying Eggs for Easter in Louisiana — Prices Are Down
Prices have gone down significantly since the beginning of last year.