Lagniappe
Discussing the people, events, and issues of northeast Louisiana with area writers, artists, entertainers, and news makers on 90.3 KEDM Public Radio at the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) in Monroe, Louisiana. From arts events to political activity, find out what's happening in Monroe, West Monroe, and all of northeast Louisiana.
Antici---Pation builds for 'The Rocky Horror Show'
Josh Madden Productions presents The Rocky Horror Show at Cooter Bay Nightclub, with two more productions to follow as 2026 comes to a close.
Folk Festival returns to Bayou D'Arbonne showcasing three Bluegrass Bands
October 24, 2026 will see the return of the Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival, featuring three Bluegrass Bands and many different forms of entertainment.
Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts performs 'Sherlock Homes: The Baker Street Irregulars'
Watch the Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts as they perform Sherlock Holmes: The Baker Street Irregulars, the second performance in their 2026-2027 season.
Fall Celebration returns to Black Bayou
The Friends of Black Bayou Fall Celebration returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
NSU Folk Festival showcases the best of Louisiana culture
The Natchitoches NSU Folk Festival is Saturday, July 20 in Natchitoches State University's Prather Coliseum.
'Puffs' takes the stage at Strauss Theatre Center
Join the members of the Strauss Theatre Center as they put on a magical performance of Puffs, Or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years At A Certain School of Magic and Magic.
Annual fundraiser 'Tails at Twilight' returns on Saturday, October 10th
Join the River Cities Humane Society for Cats for their annual 'Tails at Twilight' fundraiser on Saturday, October 10th.
Annual fundraiser 'Tails at Twilight' returns on Saturday, October 10th
Join the River Cities Humane Society for Cats for their annual 'Tails at Twilight' fundraiser on Saturday, October 10th.
Annual Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026
Presented by the Kiroli Foundation, the Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival returns to West Monroe at Lazarre Park, beginning at 10 a.m. this Saturday, October 3rd.
Ouachita Live hosts concert with Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali for 2026 season finale
Ouachita Live hosts concert in conjunction with Pie Baking Contest and Celtic Festival Spirits & Whiskey Tasting.
Ouachita Live hosts concert with Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali for 2026 season finale
Ouachita Live hosts concert in conjunction with Pie Baking Contest and Celtic Festival Spirits & Whiskey Tasting.
ORBS Blues Challenge returns Sunday at Flying Tiger
The Ouachita River Blues Society Blue Challenge will feature local bands and solo/duo acts competing for a chance to advance to the International Blues Challenge in Memphis.
'A Taste of Louisiana' hosted by The Salvation Army of Monroe for the 250th Anniversary of America
The Salvation Army of Monroe will be hosting A Taste of Louisiana, a luncheon dedicated to helping out the community on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Ouachita Green hosts annual Ouachita Parish Water Sweep
The 2026 Ouachita Parish Water Sweep will be hosted by Ouachita Green at over 11 locations in Ouachita Parish.
10th Annual River Rat Paddle Challenge on the Ouachita River
Long and short races are included in the challenge
Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts performs The Wizard of Oz Musical
Join the members of the Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts as they bring us on the journey of Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz this September.
Friends of Black Bayou host butterfly workshop and 2026 photo contest
Friends of Black Bayou are hosting a butterfly workshop and photo contest this year, as well as their annual fall celebration.
Annual Gar Rodeo to be held in downtown West Monroe, Alley Park
West Monroe Gar Rodeo to be held in Alley Park, downtown West Monroe Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th.
Annual Gar Rodeo to be held in downtown West Monroe, Alley Park
West Monroe Gar Rodeo to be held in Alley Park, downtown West Monroe Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th.
Mayor Friday Ellis wants to expose the World to Monroe at SXSW
The SXSW Conference features multiple tracks with panel speakers voted on by the audience.
Bayou Star Search returns to Ruston with a $10,000 prize
Eva Johnston and Justin Underwood join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe
NOVA Community Update Luncheon
Paul West, Executive Director of NOVA Workforce Investment, updates us on upcoming 10th Anniversary Community Update Luncheon.
Josh Madden Productions Presents: Waiting for Godot
In this episode of Lagniappe, we dive into the upcoming production of Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, Waiting for Godot, presented by Josh Madden Productions.
