97.3 The Dawg » Memorial Day http://973thedawg.com Acadiana's Best Country Mon, 20 May 2013 02:30:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 Single Day Bayou Country Superfest Tickets On Sale This Morning at 10am http://973thedawg.com/single-day-bayou-country-superfest-tickets-on-sale-this-morning-at-10-am/ http://973thedawg.com/single-day-bayou-country-superfest-tickets-on-sale-this-morning-at-10-am/#comments Wed, 09 Jan 2013 12:00:32 +0000 Jill McCoy http://973thedawg.com/?p=138574 Here's some good news for you! Single day Bayou Country Superfest tickets will be on sale this morning (1/9) at 10am.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/single-day-bayou-country-superfest-tickets-on-sale-this-morning-at-10-am/feed/ 0 Amputee Fisherman Loses Prosthesis to Fish Until Other Angler Gives Him 'Hand' http://973thedawg.com/amputee-fisherman-loses-prosthesis-to-fish-until-other-angler-gives-him-hand/ http://973thedawg.com/amputee-fisherman-loses-prosthesis-to-fish-until-other-angler-gives-him-hand/#comments Tue, 29 May 2012 10:14:31 +0000 Jude Walker http://973thedawg.com/?p=80592 There are a lot of tall tales told by fishermen. This next one could easily be mistaken as fiction -- but it is definitely true.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/amputee-fisherman-loses-prosthesis-to-fish-until-other-angler-gives-him-hand/feed/ 0 MyFWCmedia, Flickr Country Artists Who Have Served Their Country http://973thedawg.com/country-artists-served-country/ http://973thedawg.com/country-artists-served-country/#comments Sat, 26 May 2012 20:30:42 +0000 Billy Dukes http://tasteofcountry.com/?p=95082 Country music has a long tradition of supporting the troops, with stars like Toby Keith, Kellie Pickler and Darryl Worley taking frequent trips overseas to play for the men and women stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan. Of course, before the Gulf Wars, country musicians were quick to join the USO to play for troops stationed just about anywhere. While only a minority of Nashville’s best served in the military, more than a few on this list may surprise you.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/country-artists-served-country/feed/ 0 Robin Jones / Christopher Polk / Ethan Miller, Getty Images Memorial Day – Why We Remember [Video] http://973thedawg.com/memorial-day-why-we-remember-video/ http://973thedawg.com/memorial-day-why-we-remember-video/#comments Fri, 25 May 2012 11:55:06 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=80174 The concerts this weekend are nice. The promise of grilling in the backyard is nice too. The day off from work is certainly welcomed by all of us. The reason for all of this is sometimes lost on us. Memorial Day is our day to remember those that made the ultimate sacrifice so that we can enjoy a concert, picnic or a day off.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/memorial-day-why-we-remember-video/feed/ 0 Memorial Day Tribute to Be Held on Saturday in Lafayette http://973thedawg.com/memorial-day-tribute-to-be-held-on-saturday-in-lafayette/ http://973thedawg.com/memorial-day-tribute-to-be-held-on-saturday-in-lafayette/#comments Fri, 25 May 2012 11:35:49 +0000 Jude Walker http://973thedawg.com/?p=80179 Vietnam Veterans of America, Acadiana Chapter #141, will be holding an event Saturday at 10am to honor the memory of Louisiana's fallen soldiers. The tribute will be held at 300 N. Dugas Road in Lafayette.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/memorial-day-tribute-to-be-held-on-saturday-in-lafayette/feed/ 0 Homemade Ice Cream – A Memorial Day Treat http://973thedawg.com/homemade-ice-cream-a-memorial-day-treat/ http://973thedawg.com/homemade-ice-cream-a-memorial-day-treat/#comments Fri, 25 May 2012 10:43:46 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=80163 Homemade ice cream is one of my favorite flavors of my childhood. We had the old fashioned hand crank ice cream freezer at our house. I like the hand crank better than the electric models you can purchase today. I think the reason the hand cranked method was my favorite is because hand cranking takes time.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/homemade-ice-cream-a-memorial-day-treat/feed/ 0 Ebay Are You Planning to Grill for Memorial Day? — Survey of the Day http://973thedawg.com/are-you-planning-to-grill-for-memorial-day-survey-of-the-day/ http://973thedawg.com/are-you-planning-to-grill-for-memorial-day-survey-of-the-day/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 13:30:01 +0000 Jeremy Taylor http://tsminteractive.com/?p=102287 Memorial Day is known as the unofficial start of grilling season.

So does that mean you will be firing up your barbecue come May 28?

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]]> http://973thedawg.com/make-that-motor-sing-video/feed/ 0 Louisiana Tax Free Weekend Promotes Hurricane Prep http://973thedawg.com/louisiana-tax-free-weekend-promotes-hurricane-prep/ http://973thedawg.com/louisiana-tax-free-weekend-promotes-hurricane-prep/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 10:12:15 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=79347 It's a tax free weekend on selected items you need to get ready for the hurricane season. Find out what items are included.

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]]> http://973thedawg.com/memorial-day-service/feed/ 0 6 Reasons the U.S. Economy Needs Memorial Day http://973thedawg.com/6-reasons-the-u-s-economy-needs-memorial-day/ http://973thedawg.com/6-reasons-the-u-s-economy-needs-memorial-day/#comments Mon, 30 May 2011 15:00:17 +0000 Stephanie Crist http://973thedawg.com/?p=13476 I'm all about celebrating Memorial Day for the right reasons-to honor our brave men and women who have fallen while serving our country, but jumpstarting the American economy right now seems like a pretty good idea too. Whatever you are doing on this American holiday-be safe, and thank a soldier or veteran for their sacrifice and service.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/6-reasons-the-u-s-economy-needs-memorial-day/feed/ 0 (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images) Wild Last Lap Crash Snatches Indy Victory From Rookie [Video] http://973thedawg.com/last-lap-crash-snatches-victory-from-rookie/ http://973thedawg.com/last-lap-crash-snatches-victory-from-rookie/#comments Sun, 29 May 2011 20:05:16 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=13606 To be leading the Indy 500 with 499.75 miles complete is really something special. To blow that lead, that victory, that opportunity on the last lap is truly what the agony of defeat is all about. J.R. Hildebrand knows that feeling. He still managed to limp across the finish line second. This will be a sports moment that will go down in history.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/last-lap-crash-snatches-victory-from-rookie/feed/ 0 Say "Thank You" To A Soldier http://973thedawg.com/say-thank-you-to-a-soldier/ http://973thedawg.com/say-thank-you-to-a-soldier/#comments Sun, 29 May 2011 15:00:29 +0000 Stephanie Crist http://973thedawg.com/?p=13404  This is the greatest country in the world, and let me say THANK YOU to everyone who has ever worn a uniform to serve our country. God Bless America...and from my family-SEMPER FI!!

]]> http://973thedawg.com/say-thank-you-to-a-soldier/feed/ 0 (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) Where Should We Park At Bayou Country Superfest? http://973thedawg.com/where-should-we-park-at-bayou-country-superfest/ http://973thedawg.com/where-should-we-park-at-bayou-country-superfest/#comments Sat, 28 May 2011 15:15:58 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=13588 You've got your tickets, you packed some sun screen right? You are ready for Bayou Country Superfest today and Sunday in Baton Rouge. Now before you take off across the basin and head East. Where should you park at Bayou Country Superfest? Hey don't forget to send us pictures or post your pictures on our Facebook Fan Page!

]]> http://973thedawg.com/where-should-we-park-at-bayou-country-superfest/feed/ 0 bayou country superfest Where Is Your App Going To Be This Weekend? http://973thedawg.com/where-is-your-app-going-to-be-this-weekend/ http://973thedawg.com/where-is-your-app-going-to-be-this-weekend/#comments Fri, 27 May 2011 11:23:29 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=13516 Have you tried the greatest radio application for smart phones ever? It's called radioPupand you can download it directly from this website right now! This App let's you listen to 973 The Dawg where ever you happen to be, on the beach in Florida, riding the rides at the Cajun Heartland State Fair or anywhere! Take a picture and post it on our Facebook page, we've got something special for the most interesting picture submitted by Tuesday morning!

]]> http://973thedawg.com/where-is-your-app-going-to-be-this-weekend/feed/ 0 bruce mikells 8 Great Summer Vacation Movies [VIDEOS] http://973thedawg.com/8-great-summer-vacation-movies-videos/ http://973thedawg.com/8-great-summer-vacation-movies-videos/#comments Thu, 26 May 2011 21:17:46 +0000 Jude Walker http://973thedawg.com/?p=13496 While summer doesn't officially start until June 21, Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning to the hottest season at the movies.

Summer loses some of its meaning when you're an adult, since it no longer comes with a moths-long break from the grind.

Nevertheless, we can all still enjoy a good movie about summer vacations. After the jump, check out eight of our favorites.

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]]> http://973thedawg.com/pink-pork-is-it-okay-to-eat/feed/ 0 Photo by David Silverman/Getty Images 9 Surprising Truths About Sunscreen: How To Protect Your Skin http://973thedawg.com/9-surprising-truths-about-sunscreen-how-to-protect-your-skin/ http://973thedawg.com/9-surprising-truths-about-sunscreen-how-to-protect-your-skin/#comments Thu, 26 May 2011 09:56:20 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=13427 Sunscreen, I would say we are all in agreement it's a good thing to have and to use. A lot of us prefer to sport a golden tan but is that the healthiest thing for us to be wearing? One thing is for certain this Memorial Day Weekend a lot of us are going to be outside in the sun. What you don't know about sun screen could harm your children and be very unhealthy for you too.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/9-surprising-truths-about-sunscreen-how-to-protect-your-skin/feed/ 0 Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images Traffic Cameras Up On I-10 And I-49 http://973thedawg.com/traffic-cameras-now-up-on-i-10-and-i-49/ http://973thedawg.com/traffic-cameras-now-up-on-i-10-and-i-49/#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 17:09:56 +0000 Stephanie Crist http://973thedawg.com/?p=13396 OK, if you're making plans to travel for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, you can now check out traffic on your computer before you even hit the road! AWESOME.

]]> http://973thedawg.com/traffic-cameras-now-up-on-i-10-and-i-49/feed/ 0 (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) Top Five Things to Do on Memorial Day In Lafayette – Bruce's Picks http://973thedawg.com/top-five-things-to-do-on-memorial-day-in-lafayette-bruces-picks/ http://973thedawg.com/top-five-things-to-do-on-memorial-day-in-lafayette-bruces-picks/#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 14:40:02 +0000 Bruce Mikells http://973thedawg.com/?p=13368 School is over and vacations are about to start; it is Memorial Day! For a lot of people that means the first trip to the beach, the smell of charcoal in the pit and most importantly a time to remember the reason for Memorial Day

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