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Discussing the people, events, and issues of northeast Louisiana with area writers, artists, entertainers, and news makers on 90.3 KEDM Public Radio at the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) in Monroe, LA. From arts events to political activity, find out what's happening in Monroe, West Monroe, and all of NELA.
Learn more about holiday events offered by the city of Monroe along with information about the capital infrastructure tax bill coming up o the December 7 ballot.
Cory Crowe talks with Dr. Catherine Estis and Dr. Mystee Burrell from the ULM Trio program. The program helps college students stay on track for graduation. The program also works with 8-12th graders preparing to enter their college years and first generation college students.
The Kiwanis of Greater Ouachita will host its 69th annual pancake day Tuesday, Nov 12 from 6:30 a.m. - 7p.m. An event benefiting children across north Louisiana.
Strauss Theatre presents the Rock musical, Next to Normal , written by Tom Kitt and directed by Justin Havard. Shows will be offered November 7-10 and again 14-17.
Alice Prophit of the Living Well Foundation joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe with a conversation about the foundation's most recent work and community impact.
Louisiana state treasurer, Dr. John Fleming, joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to discuss changes and proposals for Louisiana's tax code.
The premiere screening of FREEMAN, an award-winning documentary that shows a snapshot into the life of Charles Freeman Stamper, will take place on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 in Brown Auditorium on the campus of ULM at 7:00 PM.
The school of visual and performing arts at ULM presents The Laramie Project, the story of Matthew Shepard, October 31 - November 3.
Monroe Symphony Orchestra presents Skeletunes Saturday October 26 on Tower drive in Monroe.
Josh Madden Productions will present The Rocky Horror Show Oct. 31- Nov. 2 in Monroe, LA.
The University of Louisiana Monroe Alumni Association and 31 Ambassadors will be hosting the 6th annual Hawktoberfest Thursday, October 24.
Last Saturday, October 19, the Ouachita Herb Society hosted its annual Autumn Herb Faire.
Zoe Sissac and Alayna Pellegrin join Cory Crowe on KEDM's Lagniappe to discuss the importance of the student-run publications and their role on campus.
ULM Student Publications representatives Zoe Sissac and Alana Pellegrin speak to the daily work of student writing and editing at the University of Louisiana Monroe.
The Friends of Black Bayou National wildlife Refuge will host their annual fall Celebration Saturday, October 19th.
The Friends of Black Bayou National wildlife Refuge will host their annual fall Celebration Saturday, October 19th.
The Downtown Gallery Crawl will be held on October 3 from 5-9 pm in downtown Monroe & West Monroe
The ORBS Blues Challenge is 3 p.m. Sunday, September 22 at the Krewe of Janus in Monroe
SYAA is presenting Junie B. Jones the Musical September 13-22. The musical follows the life of 6-year-old Junie B. Jones as she advances from Kindergarten to the 1st Grade. The musical teaches youth about making friends, adapting to change, and loss. Director, Nichole Morris, and actors Abigail Mosher and Mila Webb talk about the musical and cast of 42 local actors and crew.
The ULM School of Humanities has been busy this year. Numerous new classes are being offered. ULM is also offering a new concentration in Military History.
A new women's chorus is starting in Ruston. Southern A'Chord is holding it's first meeting Thursday, September 12 at the Presbyterian Church at 6:30 p.m. Judy Sisson and Sallie Rose Hollis join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about why the group was formed and what kinds of shows are in the future.
The city of Monroe is a Main Street community. Emily Stogner and Nirali Patel join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to discuss the Monroe Main Street accreditation.
The memorial scholarship concert will feature a star-studded stage and hits from many of John's bands and favorite artists
The two-night class will teach citizens about equipment, laws, use of force, and the 7 fundamentals of firearms.
Josh Madden, director, and John Reynolds, (Barry Champlain) join Cory Crowe on KEDM's Lagniappe to discuss the play and the mental state of plays radio host and how is mirrors social media and society.
The 2024 Northeast Louisiana Music Awards will be held Thursday, August 15 at 7 p.m at the Monroe Civic Center.
Ruston Community Theatre will present Fiddler on the Roof July 18 to 21 at the Dixie Center for the Arts in Ruston, Louisiana.
The University of Louisiana Monroe will host the Drum Corps International 2024 Summer Tour on Wednesday, July 24 at Malone Stadium.
Downtown West Monroe presents July Fireworks over the Twin Cities complete with a full day of live music, shopping, and food trucks.
Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts performs a workshop production of "Newsies, the Musical" June 28-30. Director Megan Wilkins and Alayna Johnson, who is double-cast as "Katherine" enjoy the challenge of producing a quality full-length Broadway production in only 4 weeks of rehearsal. Tickets are available at syaaonline.com.
Sunpie and the Louisiana Sunspots are set to play the Ouachita Live Concert on Friday, June 28. Adrienne LaFrance-Wells of Downtown West Monroe talks with KEDM General Manager Jay Curtis about Sunpie's diverse history as a native New Orleanian, musician, educator, and former NFL player.
Kristopher Kelley, executive director of the West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce, talks with Jay Curtis about the 2024 Business Expo Thursday, June 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Glenwood Medical Mall.
United Way of North Louisiana will be hosting bank on Jobs, a job readiness workshop, Thursday, June 20th at 12pm.
Executive Director of NOVA Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana, Paul West sits down with Cory Crowe of 90.3 KEDM to talk about NOVA's community impact within the region.
New Music on the Bayou will bring 50 composers and 40 performers to 11 venues across Ruston and Monroe over 4 days.
Downtown West Monroe has announced the full 2024 season lineup and artist bios for the downtown monthly concert series, Ouachita Live.
Brought to you by Strauss Theater Center June Tunes is back and bigger than ever. Experience five weekends of music that features ten acts emphasizing local artist.
The sessions are being made possible with help of the Arts Council of Northeast Louisiana and the National Endowment for the Arts.
SYAA will be hosting summer workshops for children ages 5-18 beginning June 3rd through July 21st.
The Monroe Symphony League will be hosting its annual Book Fair in June. Proceeds go to the benefit of the Marjorie Stricklin Emerging Artists Competition.
The challenge runs from June 1st to July 31st. Applications for a free library card can be completed at any of the 10 Ouachita Parish Library Branches.
Louisiana Key Academy is a charter school system for dyslexic students. The school has three leaning pods in south Louisiana and is set to open a north Louisiana pod in the fall.
The marker will be located in West Monroe's Hasley Cemetery because Duffey said, "I'll be there longer than anywhere else."
The production will feature Metropolitan Opera tenor Allan Glassman and Met tenor Jan Pierce.
The pickup is Saturday, May 11 or you can bring food to the main U.S. Post Office branch on Old Sterlington Road in Monroe.
Through insightful panel discussions, engaging Q&A sessions, and the participation of local community vendors, attendees will have the opportunity to explore practical strategies and resources for achieving financial stability and prosperity.
The Derby Party will feature a bourbon tasting, auction, food, and fashion competition.
In honor of the City's 140th birthday in 2023, an oral history project was developed in partnership with the West Ouachita Senior Center, the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) and KEDM Public Radio.
The Franklin Parish native will be honored with the 17th Marker on the Northeast Louisiana Music Trail
The class will include knife skills, kitchen hacks, small appliances, MyPlate charcuterie and hands-on coking.
Proceeds from the event benefit The Spirit of The Warhawk Scholarship, which provides financial assistance to ULM students.Medria Buford Joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe
Brown Bag Lunch Concerts are held every Wednesday in September from noon to 1 p.m. at the Pavilion at Seventh Square in West Monroe, located directly behind the West Monroe Farmer’s Market.
Candidates for Louisiana Governor will be at the University of Louisiana Monroe Library at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29.
Candidates for Louisiana Governor will be at the University of Louisiana Monroe Library at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29.
Northeast Louisiana Music Trail founder Doyle Jeter joins Cory Crowe on KEDM's Lagniappe to talk about the life and music of Dr. Mable John.
Her most successful single was "Your Good Thing (Is About to End)," which reached number six on the R&B chart in 1966
Ouachita Green has partnered with the Ouachita Parish Public Library to provide cleanup supplies for individuals and groups. Sheila Kay Downhour joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe.
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts and the Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts are teaming up for a weeklong workshop for youth performers on vocal and theatre arts.
Lagniappe: Dr. Shane Rasmussen joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about the Louisiana Folklife Center and the NSU Folk Festival.
A West Monroe church is exploring problems on the border and how to help. Dr. Ruth Smith and Pastor Lane Thompson join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about the New Iona migrant forum.
Ira Barger joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about the new blues society and upcoming events
The Strauss Theatre Center's Singer-Songwriter Series will continue through the month of June. Taylor Michiels joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talks about upcoming artists Robert Finley and Maggie Koerner.
The Monroe Symphony League uses donated books to raise money to help young musical artist
The 73rd Annual Louisiana Peach Festival will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in Downtown Ruston.
The 73rd Annual Louisiana Peach Festival will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in Downtown Ruston.
Children, teens and adults receive fun incentives for reading and completing community challenges.
The faith summit will provide opportunities for faith and spiritual influencers from various sectors and denominations to network and uncover solutions and resources to aid their parishioners who may be experiencing mental health and addiction disorders.
Generous partners are investing matching gifts of $2,000 during the Day of Giving with their contributions designated to a specific college or sport.
Louisiana Delta Community College hosts the annual "Hats and Horses" Kentucky Derby party on Saturday, May 6 at 4:30 p.m. at LDCC.
The West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce presents the lunchtime Brown Bag Concert Series each Wednesday in May at noon at the Pavilion at 7th Square.
The Masur Museum of Art hosted the "Off the Wall" fundraiser on Friday, April 14 at 6 p.m.
The Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum (NELACM) celebrates Easter with the Easter Village April 1-8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 323 Walnut Street in Downtown Monroe.
The Northeast Delta Human Services Authority will host the "Art is Therapy" Festival Saturday, April 22, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Downtown Monroe River Market.
The Living Well Foundation is opening a new round of grant funding for healthcare access for the disadvantaged in northeast Louisiana.
The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council hosts the free Brown Bag Concert Series at noon on Wednesdays during the month of April in downtown Monroe's Palace Park.
The Autism Society of North Louisiana hosts the Autism Acceptance Festival and 5K on Saturday, April 15 at at Kiroli Park in West Monroe at 9 am.
The Internal Revenue Services warns that taxpayers should be wary of fly-by-night tax preparers.
Downtown West Monroe hosts "Ouachita Live" monthly concerts on the last Friday of each month at 7 p.m. from March through October at Alley Park.
The Northeast Louisiana Music Trail will honor local country and rock 'n' roll star Gene Stewart on Saturday, March 25 in downtown Rayville, Louisiana.
Ruston Community Theatre presents The Play That Goes Wrong Thursday through Sunday, March 23-26 at the Dixie Center for the Arts in Ruston.
The University of Louisiana Monroe Athletics Foundation hosts the "Night of Champions" on Friday, March 31 at 6:30 p.m.
The University of Louisiana at Monroe hosts the 2023 Spring Fever Concert featuring R&B performer Jacquees, Mariah the Scientist, and Baton Rouge native HD4President.
The Northeast Louisiana Music Trail honors local music pioneer Gene Stewart with a historical marker in downtown Rayville on Saturday, March 25 at 12 pm.
The Strauss Youth Academy for Arts (SYAA) presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella from Friday, March 17 at 7 p.m. to Sunday, March 19 at 3 p.m. at 1300 Lamy Lane.
The University of Louisiana at Monroe honors women for National Women’s History Month with the 6th Annual Women’s Symposium.
The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council hosts the annual "Blend" event that merges cultures within Louisiana through the presentation of the arts.
The Junior League of Monroe again hosts a shopping and fundraising event at the 25th Annual Spring Market from Friday, March 17 through Sunday March 19 at the Monroe Civic Center at 11 a.m.
The Monroe Symphony League (MSL) invites the community to take a look on the shelf and explore the variety of options available at this year's book fair.
Monroe Symphony Orchestra moves guests with its annual Pops Fascinating Rhythms concert on Saturday, March 4 at 7 p.m. at the Bayou Pointe Event Center on the University of Louisiana at Monroe campus.
The Junior League of Monroe gave teen girls a night to remember with the Cinderella Project using prom dresses donated by the community . The event took place Saturday, February 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Junior League of Monroe house at 2811 Cameron Street in Monroe.
Ruston Community Theatre takes audiences on a series of adventures in Alice and Wonderland at The Dixie Center for the Arts in Ruston. Performances were Thursday, February 23 through Saturday, February 25 at 7 p.m. The final performance was Sunday, February 26 at 2 p.m.
The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council is hosting the regional Poetry Out Loud Competition Saturday, February 18 at 10 a.m. at the Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. The program aspires to build self-confidence, strengthen public speaking skills and educate participants about the history of poetry.
Kathi Hemed joins Cory Crowe to talk about the Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup, a business plan competition for college students with a big payout for the winners.
Monroe Symphony League member Mel Mobley joins Cory Crowe to talk about the Emerging Artists Competition
Dr. John Sutherlin joins Cory Crowe to talk about 'Garbage Gumbo: The Strange Case of the Belle Landfill'. The book takes a look at Louisiana's permitting process and an FBI investigation.
Early voting is Oct. 25 through Nov. 1 (excluding Sunday, Oct. 30) from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
The venture will create permanent jobs, increase retail spending within the City, and promote economic development through the development of new technologies.
Ralph Calhoun visits with Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about the 'Scarecrows in the Garden' event.
The Brown Bag Concert Series is back every Wednesday in October. The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council’s noontime outdoor Brown Bag Concert Series is held in Palace Park at 220 Desiard Street (beside the old Palace Dept. Store).
The Monroe Symphony will hold a rare Sunday matinee concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept 19 in ULM's Brown Auditorium
The Ouachita Parish Public Library continues a 65-year tradition by encouraging everyone to get a library card during September Library Card Sign-up Month.
The Dixie Center For The Arts of Ruston, Louisiana is proud to present Shelley King in a live performance at the historic Dixie Theater in downtown Ruston on Saturday, September 3 at 7 p.m.
August's concert is a tribute show to West Monroe native, Webb Pierce. Pierce was a popular honky-tonk vocalist, songwriter and guitarist in the 1950s.
NOVA Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana is hosting its 6th annual luncheon to update the community.
United Way of Northeast Louisiana is partnering with Entergy Louisiana to provide utility bill assistance to qualifying Entergy electric customers who reside in the 12-parish service area: Caldwell, East Carroll, Franklin, Jackson, Lincoln, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas, Union, or West Carroll parishes.
The book being discussed is The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote by Elaine Weiss. Soon to be a major television event, the nail-biting climax of one of the greatest political battles in American history: the ratification of the constitutional amendment that granted women the right to vote.
The Warhawk Roadshow Finale, combined with The Pursuit, is scheduled for Thursday, August 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Bayou Pointe Event Center on ULM's campus.
Downtown Gallery Crawl will begin at 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 4. Guests will have the opportunity to shop unique works of art in Monroe and West Monroe.
The Dixie Center For The Arts of Ruston, Louisiana is proud to present the Stoll-Deutsch Duo in a live performance at the historic Dixie Theater in downtown Ruston on Sunday, July 31 at 7 p.m.
Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) introduces the National Stage Combat Workshop which is one of the foremost stage combat training programs in the United States. Taught by select members of the SAFD, all Summer Stage Combat classes place emphasis on a non-violent approach to stage violence as well as the actor’s rights and responsibilities when required to perform fight scenes.
Louisiana State Representative Charles Owen introduced House Bill 450 that allows an adopted person access to their original birth records.
Dr. Travis Smith joins us to talk about heat related illness, treatment, and prevention.
Bright Star is inspired by a true story written by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. The musical tells a story of love and redemption set in the American South during the 1920s and 1940s.