Good News

Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas opens July 1, 2026. The 20-acre theme park features SpongeBob, Minions, Jurassic World, and more. Single-day tickets from $54.99.

From a Louisiana childhood star to a chart-topping sensation, Hunter Hayes is expanding his Evergreen Tour. Hear what that means for fans out west.

Louisiana's red snapper bag limit is temporarily increased to five fish per person per day for Memorial Day weekend, May 22–25. The 16-inch minimum size limit still applies.

St. Landry Cinema launches its first-ever free summer movie series in Opelousas. Films include Dog Man, How to Train Your Dragon, and Kung Fu Panda 4 starting June 2.

Blue Cross Blue Shield's $2.67 billion antitrust settlement is now paying out. Claimants who filed by November 2021 could receive between $300 and $333 in May 2026.

A new study reveals the top places in Louisiana where people go to relax, unplug, and do absolutely nothing.

Acadiana locals shared their favorite drive-thru crawfish spots.

A national survey ranked the most restorative green spaces in the U.S., with one Lafayette park earning recognition for helping visitors relax and recharge.

Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in Breaux Bridge was named a Top 5 campground in the U.S. by Campspot, recognizing its RV sites, cabins, and family amenities.

Here’s where you can recycle Mardi Gras beads in Lafayette through Feb. 27.

Purple Putter will offer high-tech indoor golf in a private, clubhouse-style setting.

Blue Bayou Waterpark will re-open in summer 2026, confirmed by a simple social media reply. New owner Leisure Sports may rebrand the Baton Rouge waterpark from Blue Bayou to Soak'n Fun.

A new survey ranks three Louisiana favorites — Community Coffee, Zapp’s, and Abita — among the most ethical brands in America.

Lafayette’s Stacy Batiste has been named Pilot’s 2025 Road Warrior Champion, winning a custom Kenworth truck and $50,000.

Two amazing high school football programs met in Vermilion Parish on Halloween night this past Friday. Despite what the scoreboard shows, I think both teams came out winners.

A Teurlings Catholic football player’s quiet act after Friday’s game shows what true character looks like — and reminds us that most people really are good.

Former UL baseball star Phil Devey’s “Fright House on Lefleur” is back—an epic Halloween display in Lafayette supporting Lafayette Ballet Theatre.

Amazon Prime members can save $1 per gallon on gas today, Oct. 3, at BP, Amoco, and ampm stations nationwide.

McDonald’s Monopoly returns to Louisiana Oct. 6 with $1M cash, Jeep Grand Cherokee, airline miles, and food prizes through the app and select items.

Celebrate Louisiana’s outdoors Sept. 27 at free Hunting and Fishing Day events statewide with archery, fishing, shooting demos, and more.