Jude Walker has worked in broadcasting in South Louisiana for over 25 years. As a leader for the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters "Radio Station of the Year" award winner, a Townsquare Media "Top Digital Contributor" award winner, as well as winning several Townsquare Media "President's Club" awards, he is an accomplished and dedicated Louisiana broadcaster, both on-air and on-line. Jude Walker specializes in writing about Louisiana sports, Acadiana's culinary hotspots, fun things to do in South Louisiana, and country music.
Jude Walker
The Louisiana Gumbo Bible: 10 Commandments for Authentic Flavor
Gumbo is one of the most beloved entrees here in the great state of Louisiana. Certain things belong in gumbo and some things you dare not include.
Powerball Winner – Louisiana Lottery : Ticket Wins $328 Million
The Powerball Lottery has confirmed that single ticket earned the game's jackpot prize of $328 million on Saturday. The Louisiana Lottery has also confirmed another big win in the state.
Louisiana Lottery Confirms Single Ticket Wins Mega Millions
Friday night Mega Millions drew for a $113 million jackpot. The Louisiana Lottery has confirmed a single ticket can now lay claim to all that cash.
What’s the Biggest Snowfall Recorded in Lafayette History?
You have to go back to 1895 for the answer.
Huge Lafayette Concert Announcement Coming Tuesday, Jan. 21
The country concert schedule for South Louisiana is already shaping pretty nicely for 2025. And it's about to grow by at least one real soon.
Louisiana Woman’s Doritos Commercial Misses Super Bowl Finals, Fans Disappointed
The Scott, Louisiana woman whose hilarious Doritos commercial was up for Frito-Lay's "Crash the Super Bowl" contest has not made it as a semifinalist.
Louisiana Costco Fans, You Could Earn $1,000 Just for Sampling Their Gameday Snacks
If you love Costco and love eating tailgating-type foods, then here is the opportunity you have been waiting for.
Louisiana Streaming Services Just Got More Expensive and Here’s Why
Louisiana residents who have television subscriptions and/or streaming services are now paying more for those services.
Louisiana Man Who Twice Urinated Into Public Water Plant Pleads Guilty
A Louisiana man who twice urinated into water at a public water plant has pleaded guilty to lesser charges and has been sentenced to probation.
2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule for Lafayette, Louisiana and the Acadiana Area
This year we officially celebrate Mardi Gras on March 4, 2025.
2025 Holiday Hangover Show: What You Need to Know Before You Go
It's finally here. Tonight we throw a party at Rock 'n' Bowl de Lafayette as 97.3 The Dawg's 6th Annual Holiday Hangover Show takes place.
Louisiana Woman’s Ear Nearly Ripped Off in Home Invasion
A Louisiana woman's ear was nearly ripped off on Saturday night by a man who entered her apartment demanding a cigarette.
Well-Traveled Lafayette Road to Close for Drainage Improvements in the Area
If you frequently travel W. Broussard Road on the south side of Lafayette, you will want to know that a portion of it will close this week.
Eligible Louisiana Residents to Get $1,400 Stimulus Checks By End of January
About one million people across America will be receiving these checks.
2025 RODEOHOUSTON Live Music Lineup Revealed and It’s Outstanding Again
The 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, also known as RODEOHOUSTON, will be held from March 4-23, 2025, at NRG Park.
Lawmakers Pushing to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent Year-Round
This is the kind of news that could possibly unify America. National lawmakers are once again trying to pass legislation to make Daylight Saving Time a year-round thing.
Louisiana, Several Free Tax Filing Services Are Available to You
Starting on Friday, the Internal Revenue Service will offer a Free File tool to help taxpayers ahead of the official start of the tax season.
Country Legend Tracy Byrd Playing a Show in Opelousas on April 19
The pride of Vidor, Texas will be in concert at the Evangeline Downs Event Center in Opelousas on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
10 Lafayette Restaurants That We Would Love to See Make a Triumphant Return
We took to social media and asked the following question: "If you could bring back one restaurant or business that closed in Acadiana, what would it be?"
Restaurants in Acadiana: A Re-Opening, a New Location + a Closing
In this week's edition of "As the Business World Turns," we give you the latest news regarding three restaurants in the Acadiana area.