Old Medicine: Manglier Tea
"Old medicine” is what Rebecca Henry calls the herbal and folk traditions that people used for relief when medicines weren’t readily available.
Opelousas Elderly Awareness Seminars – Educate. Empower. Protect.
The Opelousas Elderly Awareness Seminars program is a grassroots initiative that brings vital education, empowerment, and joy to seniors across Louisiana’s parishes, all completely free. Founded in 2006, the program now hosts large-scale events featuring expert speakers, health screenings, law enforcement updates, meals, and entertainment, creating a safe, supportive space for elders to connect and thrive.
Clyde Simien & Rickey Miniex – The Dynamic Duo of Louisiana
Clyde Simien and Rickey Miniex have carved out a remarkable niche in the realms of law, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy. Their story unfolds as one of deep camaraderie and shared ambition, from their early days as childhood friends to becoming the founding partners of the esteemed law firm Simien & Miniex.
Opelousas – Museum & Interpretive Center – Experience the Old & Wonderful in the Zydeco Capital of the World
Venture out and explore the roots of Louisiana’s Zydeco culture. Dive into the old but wonderful experiences that lie in Opelousas.
Rodney Milburn – The Olympian of Opelousas
If you take some time one mild Sunday to walk through Le Vieux Village located near the entrance of Opelousas, Louisiana, after you’ve snagged a boudin ball from Billy’s across the way, you will find that a re...
Herman Fuselier – Unveiling The Stories Behind The Music
A veteran of the Louisiana journalism scene, Herman Fuselier lives and breathes music, connecting with that local heartbeat wherever he goes.
A lover of music, a long-time freelance music and entertainment wri...
Father LeDoux: remembering the priest in Birkenstocks
The Rev. Jerome LeDoux, the exuberant New Orleans Catholic priest who led jubilant, musical Afrocentric Masses at his St. Augustine Church, passed away on Monday January 7 at Holy Ghost Church, Opelousas. He wa...
St Landry Parish Spiritual Trail
Travel along the St. Landry Parish Spiritual Trail, Louisiana, for a truly unique and enlightening experience. Where else can you find a craft beer brewery with a statue of Mary, a floating eucharistic processi...
Bringing Amédé Home
A symbolic ceremonial event for an iconic Louisiana musician
Opelousas, LA — Sunday, March 11, 2018, a special event, Bringing Amédé Home, will take place at 4pm at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Information Ce...
Explore the Bayous of Americas Creole Heartland in Louisiana
When most people schedule a holiday in Louisiana, they first think of visiting New Orleans. While the largest city in the state offers culinary delights and music, such as Jazz, Blues, and Zydeco pouring out of...
A skilled and congenial Christian Champion
When I first laid eyes on Rev. Darryl Jefferson seated at the Klavinova keyboard in Holy Ghost Church in Opelousas, the distinct impression beamed back to me of a professional who knew his way around the world ...
Opelousas – A fascinating history, of the most densely populated and the 3rd oldest city in Louisiana
I have, during my short life, been blessed to visit wonderful places from California to the Bahamas, but there is not a better place than Opelousas, Louisiana.
Opelousas is a little place but it is filled with...