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Lagniappe
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, Louisiana. From arts events to political activity, find out what's happening in Monroe, West Monroe, and all of northeast Louisiana.
Episodes
LagniappeMayor Friday Ellis wants to expose the World to Monroe at SXSW
The SXSW Conference features multiple tracks with panel speakers voted on by the audience.
LagniappeBayou Star Search returns to Ruston with a $10,000 prize
Eva Johnston and Justin Underwood join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe
LagniappeNOVA Community Update Luncheon
Paul West, Executive Director of NOVA Workforce Investment, updates us on upcoming 10th Anniversary Community Update Luncheon.
LagniappeJosh Madden Productions Presents: Waiting for Godot
In this episode of Lagniappe, we dive into the upcoming production of Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, Waiting for Godot, presented by Josh Madden Productions.
LagniappeLocal talent set to star in 'America 250' celebration at Strauss Theatre Center
In this episode of Lagniappe, Cory Crowe sits down with Dr. DH Clark and Taylor Michiels to discuss the upcoming America 250: A Celebration of Freedom.
LagniappeBuilding the future: How a new training program is preparing NELA for the Meta Data Center job boom
Meta construction contractors DPR Construction and Turner Construction are partnering with LDCC to get workers quick training and acquire certifications.
Lagniappe46th Annual Natchitoches - NSU Folk Festival
Cory Crowe sits down with Dr. Shane Rasmussen to discuss everything you can expect at this year's celebration of Louisiana culture
LagniappeBlack Creatives Circle engages African-American artists in North Louisiana
The group holds a Visual Artists Meetup every 2nd Saturday at Marbles Recreation Center for art history chats and critiques.
LagniappeMovie Making 101 Summer Camp
Participants will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of filmmaking, including camera work, directing, editing, and sound design.
LagniappeLocal educators set to reignite passion at NELA Teacher Symposium
The symposium will be held at ULM on July 16, 2026
Lagniappe2nd Annual NELA Legacy Color Run
Faith Gremillion from the NELA Teachers Symposium joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe.

LagniappeElec-Tones reunion concert to benefit Christopher Youth Center
Singers Laura Arrington and Cindy McKinney join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about the reunion concert.
LagniappeNELA Memory Care Foundation launches essential needs drive for Gardens of Somerset residents
Founder Lexi Corum and Board Chair Dr. Ann Rodriguez join Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to discuss the new foundation.

LagniappeMonroe Symphony League Book Fair returns next two weekends
The Fair is back June 6 and 7, and June 12 and 13.
LagniappeOuachita Live returns with Blues pianist Eden Brent
Brent will perform at Ouachita Live, Friday 5/29 at 7 p.m. at West Monroe's Alley Park.
LagniappeNortheast Louisiana Music Trail honors producer Jerry Cupit and artist Frederick Douglas Kirkpatrick
Doyle Jeter from the Northeast Louisiana Music Trail joins Cory Crowe to talk about marker celebrations for Cupit and Kirkpatrick in Baskin and Grambling…
LagniappeComposers return for year 10 of the 'New Music On The Bayou' festival
Dr. Mel Mobley joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to talk about this year's lineup and venues.
LagniappeSummer STEM camps offered in West Monroe
Camps run Monday - Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the WMHS STEM Building
LagniappeStrauss Theatre Center Presents: 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'
Set in 1960s New York City, the story follows J. Pierrepont Finch, a clever window washer who rises through the corporate ranks at the World Wide Wicket…
LagniappeOuachita Parish Public Library 'Summer Reading Program' returns for 78th year
The program was created to keep children engaged during summer months and avoid summer reading slumps.
LagniappeFuture Entrepreneur Academy shapes tomorrow's business leaders in West Monroe
Highlights of the academy include practical workshops, expert-led talks, and a Shark Tank"-style pitch competition where students present their entrepreneurial…
LagniappeTeam Xplify talks about The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup and what's next
Team Xplifi joins Cory Crowe on Lagniappe to discuss the competition and what comes next for the student entrepreneurs.
LagniappeEmpty Bowls Fundraiser: Fighting Hunger in Northeast Louisiana
The event will be at the Monroe Civic Center on May 30
LagniappeJosh Madden Productions launches new season
Upcoming events including a 'Jimmy Buffett Tribute', 'Waiting for Godot', 'A Christmas Story', and the 'Rocky Horror Show'.
