Bruce Mikells has been a fixture in South Louisiana since 1995. His easy going style has makes waking up easy and fun. As a certified "weather geek" Bruce stays on top of tropical weather and hurricanes to make sure that his listeners are always ahead of the storm. If it's important to your family, Bruce Mikells makes it a priority on the air. It's Acadiana's hometown way to wake up with an ear on the past and an eye on the future and the promise of a great new day every day in South Louisiana.
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Foggy Windshield? Louisiana Drivers Use This Hack to See More Clearly
If you've got five minutes and a few common household items your days of peering out of a foggy windshield are over.
Louisiana Restaurant Earns Title ‘Best Barbecue in the State’
The accolades were handed out by The Food Network as part of their "50 States of Barbecue".
Louisiana Drivers Using These Tricks to Change Midnight Red Lights to Green
Stuck alone at a redlight in the middle of the night? Here's what you can do to make that light turn green faster so you won't have to break the law.
Forbes Lists ‘Best Employers’ in Louisiana – Who Made the List?
One of Louisiana's favorite places to eat and two of Louisiana's favorite places to learn were represented on the recently published list by Forbes.
11 Tickets That Raise Your Louisiana Insurance Rates the Most
Louisiana already has to pay some of the highest insurance rates in the country. If you get ticketed for these violations you could be paying even more.
Louisiana I-10 Drivers Are You Ready to Start Paying Tolls?
Motorists who use I-10 to cross southern Louisiana could soon be paying a toll for the privilege of driving on certain sections of that roadway.
10 of South Louisiana’s Infamous Speed Traps
If you're wanting to meet a police officer in Louisiana just drive slightly above the posted speed in these locales and you'll get the chance.
Vintage Video Takes You Back to the Building of Louisiana’s Atchafalaya Basin Bridge
This video takes you back to the early 70s when engineers first cut a path through the swamp that would become the basin bridge.
11 Odd Things People Say When They Find Out You’re From Louisiana
If you're from Louisiana you've probably been asked more than a few of these by well meaning people who are just trying to learn a little bit more about us.
Do You Have a $2 Bill? It Could Worth $4,500
The much-maligned and seldom-used banknotes are creating quite a stir among collectors. Here's what you're looking for.
Louisiana Memories – Did You Ever Shop at These By Gone Stores?
Growing up in Louisiana you probably shopped at some or all of these retail giants. They're not with us anymore but we still have the memories of a much simpler time.
Mailing a Check in Louisiana or Texas? Here’s the Safest Way to do That
Louisiana and Texas residents might not write as many checks as they used to but for those few you do write there are precautions you might want to consider.
Weather Service Warns of Louisiana Severe Weather Threat Thursday
Louisiana is looking ahead to an Arctic blast next week but first there's a severe weather event we need to be prepared for on Thursday night. Here's the timing.
Louisiana on Alert – Don’t Answer Calls from These 10 Area Codes
The Federal Trade Commission is warning Louisiana consumers to not answer calls from ten specific area codes from around the globe. Here's what to avoid.
Big Change Happening if You Drive Thru At Louisiana Starbucks
Louisiana and Texas customers of the coffee chain Starbucks will now have another decision to make if they choose to use the company's drive-thru.
5 Easy Side Hustles Anyone in Louisiana Can Do for Extra Cash
Louisiana residents who need extra cash and are looking for some easy and fun ways to earn money should consider these under-the-radar ways to make more.
Black Bear Hunting Season in Louisiana Possible This Winter
Louisiana's black bear populations have recovered so well that the Department of Wildlife is proposing a limited hunting season. Here's when that will happen.
Naked Man Jumps Into Bass Pro Shops Aquarium, Knocks Himself Out
Authorities have a man in custody following a bizarre incident at a Bass Pro Shops location. The man stripped naked and jumped into the store's giant aquarium.
Lottery Confirms $30,000 Louisiana Win Friday Night
One of the last big money lottery drawings of 2023 in Louisiana has produced a $30,000 winner. The Louisiana Lottery has confirmed the point of purchase.
Black Eyed Peas And Cabbage For New Years – Why?
Why do we eat black eyed peas and cabbage on New Year's Day? Find the origins of these traditions here.