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Best Summer Camps In and Near Lafayette

Jill McCoy — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:35:18 +0000

Looking for a great summer camp for your child in Lafayette and around Acadiana? Well look no further. Your kiddos are going to love what Acadiana has to offer this summer! We have the complete guide for what is heating up in the hottest season. The camp schedule is designed to meet the summer needs [...]

Giant Mosquitoes Set to Invade Florida This Summer

Jude Walker — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 11:23:50 +0000

If you're planning a trip to Disney World this summer, beware, because scientists say big ole mosquitoes are coming! According to entomologists at the University of Florida, a swarm of "mega mosquitoes" is set to invade central Florida this summer.

10 Signs You've Wasted Away the Summer — The Funnies

Jo Pincushion — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 08:24:13 +0000

Summertime is a time for rest and relaxation. There are so many ways to spend your summer and the past two months have been great. It looks like you’ve been having a little too much time chilling out, though, hanging out poolside. Here are 10 signs you’ve wasted away the summer. 1. That grove in your couch [...]

Soldier's Reality Evokes Childhood Memories [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 21:56:56 +0000

As I watched this video I couldn't help but reminisce. Seeing the heat from the Summer sun melting the blacktop of the road underneath that soldier's boot took me back to my own childhood.

Welcome Back Shark Week

Jill McCoy — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 20:33:15 +0000

It is that time of year again. The time when Discovery Channel enlightens us about the scariest aquatic creature there is; atleast that's what I think. This week marks the 25th anniversary of Shark Week. Does Shark Week really scare beach vacationers from getting in the water?

Three Things I Want to do Before School Starts

Jill McCoy — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:37:36 +0000

So I just realized that I only have three weekends before school has officially started back. This put me in somewhat of a panic. Why does summer go by so fast? With only three weekends left, I have made a “to do list.” 1.) Go to Toledo Bend for a relaxing fishing/party barge weekend. I [...]

4 Water Parks Within Driving Distance of Lafayette

Jill McCoy — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 21:18:45 +0000

During these blazing, hot summer days we often find ourselves day dreaming of water: pools, beaches, and water parks! Water parks are an awesome way to get the family out of the house and cool off. I have not been to many water parks but I've heard awesome things about a few water parks in driving distance of Lafayette.

Fireworks Epic Fail [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 10:35:09 +0000

The entire show goes up in smoke in just 9 seconds!

Let's Bike Louisiana!

Stephanie Crist — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 15:00:10 +0000

Bikelouisiana.com offers maps, trails and routes for your 2 wheeled adventure throughout our state!