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From a pirate station through the powerlines to FCC licensed — listen to how KRVS got its start and name with interviewees Teddy Vincent & David Spizale. Sponsored by Lafayette Travel.

Context for the area and the times surrounding the birth of Radio Acadie with interviewees Michael Doucet & Pete Bergeron. Sponsored by Lafayette Travel.

Passing on the love of KRVS with interviewees Jo Vidrine, Susan Comeaux, Thomas and Pudd Sharp, Adoree Mcraney, Clélie Ancelet, Cecil Doyle, Matthew Holland, and Judith Meriwether. Sponsored by Lafayette Travel.

Little bitty, tiny, so small, crowded, cozy, kind of cramped...it was like a cave basically. But it doesn't really matter how small a place is when you can make magic happen. Sponsored by Lafayette Travel.

Leadership Lafayette is the flagship program of the Leadership Institute of Acadiana and boasts many of the region’s most distinguished leaders as program graduates. The intensive experience is designed to inform, educate, and connect the emerging and experienced leaders of the Lafayette region to some of our community’s biggest assets, most daunting challenges, and most interesting people. Applications open soon for the next group of Lafayette Leaders, visit their website for more information.

Friends of the Library are non-profit, charitable groups formed to support libraries in their communities. Their semiannual booksale will happen beginning on Wednesday, September 13th at 3 PM. The first day is members only but you can join at the door for only $3 for an individual or $5 for a family. The sale is open to the public from Thursday at 9 AM until Saturday at 2 PM with varying hours. For more information about this organization and future events, visit their Facebook.

Like many towns across South Louisiana, New Iberia has a rich history and a culture that makes for a wonderfully unique community. Part of this history and culture is a spirit of creativity, ingenuity, and perseverance that is engrained in the people of the parish. This spirit is the driver for Accelerate New Iberia, a start-up and small business program that focuses on people, their dreams, ideas, and business interests.Applications are closed for Accelerate New IberiaPlease email leedcenter@louisiana.edu if you would like information on the next class.

The 24 Hour Citizen Project is an event where people are connected with community-focused ideas with expertise and financial backers to make them happen. This is an event created for citizens to impact their community directly through the pursuit of citizen-led projects. Be prepared to experience the ups and downs of pursuing your idea, the pressure of getting it done in 24 hours, and the encouragement given to you by your fellow citizens cheering you on!For more information on this organization and upcoming events, visit their website.

Nine local community organizations are joining forces to present a School Board Candidates Forum, fostering an informed discussion about the future of education in Lafayette on Tuesday, September 12 at 5:30pm. The forum will be moderated by KPEL anchor Bernadette Lee, and all candidates will receive an equal opportunity to participate.This forum presents a unique opportunity for the community to engage directly with Lafayette Parish school board candidates, discussing their visions for Lafayette's educational future. Questions will be presented in a “Jeopardy” format, and audience members are invited to submit questions on their registration for the event.Doors open at 5:00 pm and the forum commences 5:30 pm in the James Devin Moncus Theater at the Acadiana Center for the Arts. The event is free and open to the public but registration is required. With limited seating, pre-registration is encouraged. Registration is available now through the AcA’s online box office at this link.

Lots of legends came by KRVS in the 80's and lots of legends joined the station then too: Bobby Charles, Clifton Chenier, Raoul Breaux, and more! In this episode we hear from Raoul Breaux, Michael Doucet, Judith Meriwether, and Karl Fontenot. Sponsored by Lafayette Travel.