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New Name, Same Spirit: How a Lafayette Group is Turning Good Vibes Into Bigger Community Events

March 20, 2026

The story begins with Gus Rezende, a Brazilian who settled in Acadiana and grew a hospitality business that now includes popular spots like Central Pizza and Tropical Smoothie. With his long‑time partner B. J. Crist, the team launched a series of beloved festivals such as Sugar Jam and the Acadiana

politics

Fed Nominee Asked About Links to Jeffrey Epstein

March 19, 2026

Senator Elizabeth Warren, the leading Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, has sent a letter to Kevin Warsh asking him to explain any contact he may have had with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Warsh was chosen by President Trump to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve

politics

Deputy Attorney General Holds Back Key Epstein File, Senator Says

March 18, 2026

Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, claiming that Blanche is preventing the DEA from sharing an unredacted document tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s case. The file in question is a 69‑page profile that the Department of Justice once gave to the DEA’s Organized Crime Dr

sports

Broncos Grab Speedy Wide Receiver Jaylen Waddle in Bold Draft Trade

March 17, 2026

Denver’s newest move is a shocker after a quiet free‑agency start. The Broncos swapped their 2026 first‑round pick (30th overall) plus a third‑ and fourth‑round selection for Miami’s speedy receiver Jaylen Waddle, who also comes with a 2026 fourth‑round pick. Waddle, known for his blistering spee

politics

Mayor’s Bid to Grab Finance Head Sparks Budget Tension

March 17, 2026

The mayor is eyeing the council’s finance chief for a new role, stirring friction during budget talks. The move comes as the city’s leaders are already at odds over spending plans. By hiring the finance chief, the mayor could add a new layer of strain to an already tense relationship. The c

crypto

Crypto Trading Around the Clock: Why Hyperliquid is Gaining Traction

March 15, 2026

Crypto trading is heating up, and Hyperliquid is at the center of it all. This platform lets people buy and sell crypto and other assets anytime, day or night. That's a big deal because traditional markets, like the stock exchange, are only open during specific hours. But crypto doesn't sleep, and n

sports

Who Has the Most Money to Spend in NFL Free Agency

March 14, 2026

Free agency is still going on, but things slowed down after the first day of big signings. Friday had some good deals, even if no superstar names jumped into contracts. Players like Rasheed Walker, Tyler Conklin, Van Jefferson and Nate Hobbs got new deals that will help their teams. Rasheed Walker

business

Bezos Calls on Post Editor to Stay, Shifts the Game

March 14, 2026

In late November, a phone call from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos reached Matt Murray, the executive editor of The Washington Post. Bezos asked him not to quit, even though he knew Murray was planning to leave because of looming layoffs. Murray had heard about massive cuts that would trim the newsroom

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Vikings Get a New Chance With Kyler Murray

March 13, 2026

The Minnesota Vikings are ready to turn the page after a rocky past. They’ve just signed Kyler Murray, the former first‑overall pick who struggled in Arizona, to a deal that keeps his future on the line but gives him a fresh start. Murray is known for his dual‑threat play and two Pro Bowls, ye

politics

Blair, Epstein and a Secret Meeting at Downing Street

March 13, 2026

In 2002, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair was invited to a brief sit‑down at the official residence in London by none other than Jeffrey Epstein, the financier known for his later criminal charges. The invitation came after Peter Mandelson, a senior Labour figure with close ties to both men,