Tracy Wirtz has been a fixture in the Lafayette media landscape for more than 30 years. Her career began in radio, she transitioned to television for about two decades, and returned to her radio roots in 2023. A lifelong resident of south Louisiana, she enjoys writing about Cajun culture and what makes the area unique and interesting. Tracy is also proud to be part of a great team that keeps our beloved Acadiana informed and connected.
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“Spring Into Health” This Saturday
The Lake Charles Civic Center Amphitheater will serve as the setting for the Spring Into Health event this Saturday, 6/2, from 8AM until noon.
Live Buffalo For Coushatta Buffalo Run Saturday (No Bull!)
The Coushatta Classics Car Show and Buffalo Run 5K is Saturday morning (5/26) on the Coushatta Reservation just north of Elton. Organizers say there will be live buffalo!
SWLA Cities To Honor Fallen Military On Memorial Day
Organizers across southwest Louisiana have ceremonies planned on Memorial Day to honor members of the military who gave their lives in service to the United States of America.
What You Need To Fish For Red Snapper In Louisiana
Red snapper season opens Friday, May 25, in both state and federal waters. Anglers who hope to reel them in need to be aware of exactly what they need to be in compliance with state law.
Wrinkles, Lines, And Circles, Oh My! Tracy Wirtz May Have Answers
We all deal with them: pesky lines, wrinkles, dark circles. Even familiar face Tracy Wirtz deals with aging skin. She searched for ways to help and shared with us!
Sesquicentennial Celebration To End Friday With Time Capsule Burial At City Hall
Nearly a year to the day a time capsule from 1967 was unearthed, one from 2018 will be buried on the grounds of Lake Charles Historic City Hall for the people of the year 2067 to open.
Safe Boating Week 2018 Under Way
Safe Boating Week is under way. Obeying the rules of the water may not only save your life; they may also save you from getting fined.
Join The Relay For Life Friday In Lake Charles
The Relay For Life will take place at the Lake Charles Civic Center Friday night. You can join the survivors, their families, and the people who will gather in an effort to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
Cinemark Offering $1 Summer Movie Clubhouse Deal
Cinemark Theatres is giving parents the opportunity to keep kids busy for a couple hours a week this summer, and it doesn't come at a price you'd expect to pay.
SPAR Waterpark Announces Summer 2018 Schedule
You know summer is about to begin when SPAR Waterpark releases its schedule!
Help Mail Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Saturday
Mail carriers nationwide will be providing two valuable services on Saturday, May 12: delivering mail and collecting non-perishable food for local food banks. They are asking for our help the Stamp Out Hunger.
Nurses Week: They Are Born, Not Raised, To Be Amazing
Sunday, May 6, begins a week when the spotlight is on nurses, the amazing souls who are on the medical front lines. They comfort, listen, stand firm when necessary, and always advocate for their patients. I know. My daughter is a nurse.