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Disgusting Pictures from the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

Jude Walker — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 19:58:09 +0000

Yesterday at Coney Island, near Brooklyn, New York, the 97th Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest was held. For the sixth time Joey Chesnutt won the men’s competition by scarfing down a record-tying 68 hot dogs and buns! He ate all that in just ten minutes. On the women’s side, Sonya Thomas won the mustard-colored belt [...]

4th of July Safety Tips

Stephanie Crist — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 15:00:40 +0000

Stay safe this holiday, ya'll, and Happy Independence Day from 97.3 the DAWG!

Favorite July 4th Song

Billy Dukes — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 10:30:40 +0000

We asked you what songs makes you proud to be an American? See if your favorite song made our list.

Independence Day Celebration Tonight at Sugar Mill Pond

Jude Walker — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 20:32:57 +0000

One of the best family-friendly Independence celebrations is going on tonight at Sugar Mill Pond in Youngsville. Festivities start at 5:30pm. The event is free and includes face painting, pony rides, live music, hot air balloon rides and a fabulous fireworks display at 9pm. [button href="https://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=101+Waterview+Road+Youngsville+LA+70592+United+States" title="Click here for location/map of Sugar Mill Pond" align="center"]

FoodNet Benefit At "Red, White and Boom"

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 18:16:49 +0000

For every 5 non perishable food items brought to the "Red, White and Boom" celebration in downtown Lafayette on July 4th, you will get one free concession ticket to use at any of the 3 parks!

4th of July Firework Shows

Jill McCoy — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:07:06 +0000

Attention: Independence Day celebrations are happening this week! July 4 is always a fun holiday because it involves BBQ, swimming, socializing, and of course, firework shows. Here is a list of firework shows exploding this week: Freedom Fest: Red, White, and BOOM July 4, 2012 412 Travis Street Lafayette, LA 70503 5:00 p.m. Independence Day Celebration July [...]

Party In The USA – 4th Of July Recipes

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 15:00:07 +0000

Celebrate Independence Day with these awesome patriotic treats!

The Hyphen – John Wayne Explains What It Means To Be An American [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:02:58 +0000

It is just a little line but it can cause such deep division. I encourage you to listen to this brilliant piece and be inspired to share this with every American that you know. We are simply put, Americans no hyphen needed.

Reality Check: Have You Forgotten? – [Video]

Brad Vincent — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 17:08:32 +0000

Man it seems like just yesterday 9/11 took place, but the weird thing is I was in 5th grade. It must have been important to me because I still remember where I was when I found out about this attack. Not sure I can say I understood what happened at that moment, but I know [...]

Fireworks Sold Alabama Style,Hula Girls Light Your Fire [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 09:14:08 +0000

There is a not so dirtly little secret in advertising, sex sells. You ever wonder why they put a pretty girl in a men's shaving commercial? Or why they have beautiful ladies selling automobile tires? Or why they have ~~Ellen Degeneres selling make up ,~~ nevermind that last one. Here we have a goo

The All American 4th Of July Picnic

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 15:00:57 +0000

Hot dogs, homemade ice cream, potato salad, fireworks....what could be better to celebrate America's independence?? I'm all about new recipes to try out on holidays ...but the hot dogs are stayin' at my house-Happy 4th of July, ya'll!

Nathan's Annual Coney Island Hot Dog Eating Contest

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 15:00:09 +0000

The annual 4th of July hot dog eating contest in Coney Island, New York sponsored by Nathan’s just got a little more….sparkle. There is now going to be a” females only” table for the competition. Although the top prize for those who can stuff as many as 34 dogs into their mouth in 10 minutes is [...]

Happy Birthday America, Why We Should All Drink To That

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 11:48:25 +0000

The National Anthem, The Star Spangled Banner, The song they play before football games and car races, that’s the song I want you to think about. How much do you know about it? You probably knew Francis Scott Key wrote the words in a poem called the “Defense of Fort McHenry” after witnessing the battle that [...]

Heavy Thunderstorms, Hail Rattle Crowley

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:34:08 +0000

Late Sunday evening residents of Crowley were shaken out of their living rooms and dogs scurried into their houses as a heavy thunderstorms shook downtown Crowley. The thunderstorm kicked up some high winds and heavy rain and even some hail, some reported to be the size of ping pong balls. Here is some video our [...]

5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Our American Flag

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:15:23 +0000

I hope today is a day you will fly your American flag outside your home or business. It is a proud symbol of our great country and the people who have worked so hard to make it so great. Like all symbols of respect there is a certain decorum that needs to be followed and some stories you may have heard that aren't exactly true.

Amazing Homemade Slip N Slide [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 15:40:07 +0000

Brad Paisley has that song about Water, where you drive until the map turns blue? You remember hearing it on 97.3 The Dawg right? Well if you don't have time to drive where the map turns blue and you aren't afraid to add a little black to your blue we might have just the contraption for you. Here in South Louisiana a roll of plastic and some Dawn dishwashing liquid and a garden hose is all you need to have fun in the sun. These guys have taking the concept to a huge extreme.

How To Shoot Great Fireworks, With Your Camera That Is

Bruce Mikells — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 12:46:38 +0000

What could be more American that the sounds of patriotic tunes beneath a sky full of colorful explosives? That is the Fourth of July and here in Lafayette and surrounding areas, we've got some great places for you to view fireworks. Red, White and Boom is one of those events along with Freedom Fest in downtown Lafayette on Monday July 4th. These events will feature great live local music as well as a huge fireworks finale.

Would you like to capture some of those fireworks on film, or what used to be film since almost all of us are using digital cameras? Here are some tips on how to take great pictures of the festivities.

Dog Runs With Lit Roman Candle, Family Runs Too [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 11:54:47 +0000

Of all the dogs I have had the pleasure of knowing in my life and the one dog we currently have that I simply tolerate, none of them have liked the Fourth of July. They like the meat on the grill, the dropped chips and dip, the potato salad and the beans but they don't care for the fireworks

DAWGS In Bikinis

Stephanie Crist — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 15:00:33 +0000

Ahhhh...as we kick off 4th of July weekend, what could be better than seeing some of our four legged friends enjoying some fun in the sun with style? Enjoy, and Happy Independence Day from all of us at 97.3 the DAWG!

Fireworks Not Banned For 4th Of July Weekend

Stephanie Crist — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:00:03 +0000

Make sure you read the fine print, folks....we want everyone to have a safe and happy 4th of July weekend....so don't go throwing any firecrackers your little brother's way. Of course, firweworks will not be allowed in certain areas of Acadiana-read here to find o