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Lagniappe
Discussing the people, events, and issues of northeast Louisiana with area writers, artists, entertainers, and news makers on 90.3 KEDM Public Radio at the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) in Monroe, Louisiana. From arts events to political activity, find out what's happening in Monroe, West Monroe, and all of northeast Louisiana.
Episodes
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3rd Annual 'Race for Renewal' returns to support those experiencing homelessness
The annual 5k Run for Renewal returns on November 7, 2026.
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Make time for Holiday Shopping and a little local history
This November has West Monroe busy with three upcoming events, and as the holidays approach its only going to get busier.
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Fright Night 5k races through Downtown Monroe
On October 29, 2026, the Flying Tiger Brewery will host the Fright Night 5k, a race through Downtown Monroe.
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pARTy 318 returns at Masur Museum of Art
The Masur Museum of Art presents the return of pARTy 318
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Antici---Pation builds for 'The Rocky Horror Show'
Josh Madden Productions presents The Rocky Horror Show at Cooter Bay Nightclub, with two more productions to follow as 2026 comes to a close.
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Folk Festival returns to Bayou D'Arbonne showcasing three Bluegrass Bands
October 24, 2026 will see the return of the Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival, featuring three Bluegrass Bands and many different forms of entertainment.
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Farmerville Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival
The Sixth Annual Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. downtown Farmerville on the plaza of the…
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Farmerville Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival
The Sixth Annual Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. downtown Farmerville on the plaza of the…
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Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts performs 'Sherlock Homes: The Baker Street Irregulars'
Watch the Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts as they perform Sherlock Holmes: The Baker Street Irregulars, the second performance in their 2026-2027 season.
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Fall Celebration returns to Black Bayou
The Friends of Black Bayou Fall Celebration returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
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NSU Folk Festival showcases the best of Louisiana culture
The Natchitoches NSU Folk Festival is Saturday, July 20 in Natchitoches State University's Prather Coliseum.
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'Puffs' takes the stage at Strauss Theatre Center
Join the members of the Strauss Theatre Center as they put on a magical performance of Puffs, Or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years At A Certain School of…
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Annual fundraiser 'Tails at Twilight' returns on Saturday, October 10th
Join the River Cities Humane Society for Cats for their annual 'Tails at Twilight' fundraiser on Saturday, October 10th.
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Annual fundraiser 'Tails at Twilight' returns on Saturday, October 10th
Join the River Cities Humane Society for Cats for their annual 'Tails at Twilight' fundraiser on Saturday, October 10th.
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Annual Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026
Presented by the Kiroli Foundation, the Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival returns to West Monroe at Lazarre Park, beginning at 10 a.m. this Saturday, October…
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Ouachita Live hosts concert with Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali for 2026 season finale
Ouachita Live hosts concert in conjunction with Pie Baking Contest and Celtic Festival Spirits & Whiskey Tasting.
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Ouachita Live hosts concert with Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali for 2026 season finale
Ouachita Live hosts concert in conjunction with Pie Baking Contest and Celtic Festival Spirits & Whiskey Tasting.
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ORBS Blues Challenge returns Sunday at Flying Tiger
The Ouachita River Blues Society Blue Challenge will feature local bands and solo/duo acts competing for a chance to advance to the International Blues…
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'A Taste of Louisiana' hosted by The Salvation Army of Monroe for the 250th Anniversary of America
The Salvation Army of Monroe will be hosting A Taste of Louisiana, a luncheon dedicated to helping out the community on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
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Ouachita Green hosts annual Ouachita Parish Water Sweep
The 2026 Ouachita Parish Water Sweep will be hosted by Ouachita Green at over 11 locations in Ouachita Parish.
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10th Annual River Rat Paddle Challenge on the Ouachita River
Long and short races are included in the challenge
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Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts performs The Wizard of Oz Musical
Join the members of the Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts as they bring us on the journey of Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz this September.
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Friends of Black Bayou host butterfly workshop and 2026 photo contest
Friends of Black Bayou are hosting a butterfly workshop and photo contest this year, as well as their annual fall celebration.
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Annual Gar Rodeo to be held in downtown West Monroe, Alley Park
West Monroe Gar Rodeo to be held in Alley Park, downtown West Monroe Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th.
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Annual Gar Rodeo to be held in downtown West Monroe, Alley Park
West Monroe Gar Rodeo to be held in Alley Park, downtown West Monroe Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th.
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Mayor Friday Ellis wants to expose the World to Monroe at SXSW
The SXSW Conference features multiple tracks with panel speakers voted on by the audience.
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Bayou Star Search returns to Ruston with a $10,000 prize
Eva Johnston and Justin Underwood join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe
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NOVA Community Update Luncheon
Paul West, Executive Director of NOVA Workforce Investment, updates us on upcoming 10th Anniversary Community Update Luncheon.
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Josh Madden Productions Presents: Waiting for Godot
In this episode of Lagniappe, we dive into the upcoming production of Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, Waiting for Godot, presented by Josh Madden Productions.
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Local talent set to star in 'America 250' celebration at Strauss Theatre Center
In this episode of Lagniappe, Cory Crowe sits down with Dr. DH Clark and Taylor Michiels to discuss the upcoming America 250: A Celebration of Freedom.
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Building the future: How a new training program is preparing NELA for the Meta Data Center job boom
Meta construction contractors DPR Construction and Turner Construction are partnering with LDCC to get workers quick training and acquire certifications.
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46th Annual Natchitoches - NSU Folk Festival
Cory Crowe sits down with Dr. Shane Rasmussen to discuss everything you can expect at this year's celebration of Louisiana culture
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Black Creatives Circle engages African-American artists in North Louisiana
The group holds a Visual Artists Meetup every 2nd Saturday at Marbles Recreation Center for art history chats and critiques.
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Movie Making 101 Summer Camp
Participants will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of filmmaking, including camera work, directing, editing, and sound design.
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Local educators set to reignite passion at NELA Teacher Symposium
The symposium will be held at ULM on July 16, 2026
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2nd Annual NELA Legacy Color Run
Faith Gremillion from the NELA Teachers Symposium joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe.
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Elec-Tones reunion concert to benefit Christopher Youth Center
Singers Laura Arrington and Cindy McKinney join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about the reunion concert.
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NELA Memory Care Foundation launches essential needs drive for Gardens of Somerset residents
Founder Lexi Corum and Board Chair Dr. Ann Rodriguez join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to discuss the new foundation.
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Monroe Symphony League Book Fair returns next two weekends
The Fair is back June 6 and 7, and June 12 and 13.
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Ouachita Live returns with Blues pianist Eden Brent
Brent will perform at Ouachita Live, Friday 5/29 at 7 p.m. at West Monroe's Alley Park.
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Northeast Louisiana Music Trail honors producer Jerry Cupit and artist Frederick Douglas Kirkpatrick
Doyle Jeter from the Northeast Louisiana Music Trail joins Cory Crowe to talk about marker celebrations for Cupit and Kirkpatrick in Baskin and Grambling…
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Composers return for year 10 of the 'New Music On The Bayou' festival
Dr. Mel Mobley joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about this year's lineup and venues.
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Summer STEM camps offered in West Monroe
Camps run Monday - Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the WMHS STEM Building
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Strauss Theatre Center Presents: 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'
Set in 1960s New York City, the story follows J. Pierrepont Finch, a clever window washer who rises through the corporate ranks at the World Wide Wicket…
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Ouachita Parish Public Library 'Summer Reading Program' returns for 78th year
The program was created to keep children engaged during summer months and avoid summer reading slumps.
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Future Entrepreneur Academy shapes tomorrow's business leaders in West Monroe
Highlights of the academy include practical workshops, expert-led talks, and a Shark Tank"-style pitch competition where students present their entrepreneurial…
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Team Xplify talks about The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup and what's next
Team Xplifi joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to discuss the competition and what comes next for the student entrepreneurs.
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Empty Bowls Fundraiser: Fighting Hunger in Northeast Louisiana
The event will be at the Monroe Civic Center on May 30
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Josh Madden Productions launches new season
Upcoming events including a 'Jimmy Buffett Tribute', 'Waiting for Godot', 'A Christmas Story', and the 'Rocky Horror Show'.