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A lot is going on in the Bayou State beyond Acadiana — legislative sessions, sweeping policies, and challenges to the environment. That’s one reason the KRVS website is adding Louisiana news, regularly updated, in cooperation with public stations WRKF Baton Rouge and WWNO New Orleans and statewide journalism non-profit the Louisiana Illuminator. Look for it on the home page.

Love is in the air, and there is no love quite like that of Acadiana's beloved musical duo! Introducing our latest Blues Box shirt, designed by the talented Bailey Bourgeois. This shirt pays homage to Carol Fran and Clarence Hollimon, and features the iconic song title/lyrics "Keep your hand on your heart."

University faculty and staff are invited to tour KRVS Public Media every first Friday of the month. The tours will take place in Burke-Hawthorne, Room 145, at 9 a.m., starting on February 2, 2024.

Happy 20 Years of Harpestry to our very own, Valerie Green! In celebrating two decades of musical exploration with Harpestry, we turn to the person behind this incredible program, click here to read.

We are thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for Acadiana talent to shine on the national stage! KRVS is partnering with World Café to showcase monthly local musicians on its nationally syndicated radio show. This initiative aims to celebrate and broadcast the diverse creativity that makes the region unique. We’ll invite local talent to join us at KRVS’ Cypress Lake Studios for exclusive audio/video recording sessions that will then be sent to World Café.

Bayou Politique is a weekly public affairs program focused on the issues that matter here in Acadiana. From cutting edge researchers to civic leaders and everyday citizens, Dr. Philip de Mahy interviews people who offer insight into the unique challenges and opportunities that continue to shape our region.

We are excited to announce that we will once again broadcast live from Girard Park during the upcoming Festivals Acadiens et Créoles. This long-standing partnership continues as KRVS delivers the festival's music and culture to local and worldwide audiences.Save the date, and make plans to visit Girard Park in person or through your ears! On October 14-15, KRVS will broadcast from the festival from noon to 8 p.m. You can listen on the stream at krvs.org, through the KRVS app, or at 88.7 FM.For more information about the event, please visit https://festivalsacadiens.com/. Stay connected with KRVS on social media for updates and exclusive content.

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Encyclopedias of Louisiana's zydeco and creole music, John Broussard and Melvin Caesar presented on the music's origins at Vermilionville's Creole Culture Day on June 11, 2023.