The new leader of Louisiana’s coastal preservation efforts brings a background in the burgeoning field of environmental ...

Recent deadly floods in Texas have raised concerns in Lafayette about the potential for similar catastrophic flooding in ...

Sure, people love to come visit Lafayette for Festival International or Mardi Gras. But Lafayette’s culture doesn’t just ...

During a trip to Japan this summer, Lafayette native Colette Bernard learned many things about the Japanese culture including a world in the heart of Tokyo that seemed to parallel south Louisiana.

The blues will be booming through Hideaway Park in Winter Park from Friday, June 27 to Sunday, June 29 when the Grand County Blues Society presents its Blues From The Top Music Festival. Eleven ...

Joel Savoy doesn’t remember exactly when he first heard the music of Clifton Chenier, the King of Zydeco—the electrified and ...

Lafayette, Louisiana (KPEL) - In the early 1920s, allegedly there was a train derailment in Louisiana in the area of the Honey Island Swamp in St. Tammany Parish. Legend has it that several exotic ...

Opera Lafayette throws its visionary founder a splendid sendoff Founding artistic director Ryan Brown will retire after 30 years at the helm of the ambitious period opera company.

Ever heard of Swamp Pop? It’s a Louisiana sound you won’t forget! Learn about its history, legends, and why it’s still played across the state. Tag a music lover!

The best things do in Houma, Louisiana! These are our favorite attractions, museums, swamp tours, and fun things to enjoy for the entire family.Things to do in Houma, LAHouma, Louisiana, is ...

LAFAYETTE, La. — The playful black Labrador inched her paws toward the water like she wanted to go on the swamp tour. Our guide, Bryan Champagne, who was manning the 24-foot crawfish skiff ...

In addition to great music and great eats, both states have much to explore — historic downtowns, a parade of storied homes and more.