Music's Top Money Makers
We all love lists. Top songs, top hotties, and top movies. "Billboard Magazine" has published their "Top Money Makers" of 2011. Lady Gaga was at the top of the list, but you will find some of your...
View ArticleThe Oscars [GALLERY]
The stars shined brightly last night in Hollywood. "The Kings Speech" racked up four statues, while the Social Network was a heavy hitter too with three awards. Here are some pics...
View ArticleReba In Country Music Hall Of Fame
She is one of Country Music's favorites, so you knew it was only a matter of time until this announcement was made. Now it's official. Reba McEntire will enter the Country Music Hall of Fame. Bobby...
View ArticleAniston Goes Country In New Movie
Hollywood seems to be going country. Country stars have been going to Hollywood for years with artists like Jerry Reed, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Partin and even George Strait making it big on the silver...
View ArticleCowgirls Will Go To NCAA Tournament
The Cowgirls Basketball team has cause for celebration. They've won the Southland Conference title. They won their first ever State Farm Southland Conference Tournament, and now they are headed to...
View ArticleMan Calls 911 From Jail
They say you get one phone call when you go to jail. Joseph A. Walsh of Sandusky, Ohio could not wail for the authorities to allow him to make his call. The call Walsh did make is not what I would...
View ArticleSurprising Facts About St. Patrick's Day
In a culture rooted deeply in French roots and customs, St. Patrick's Day takes a back seat. Buried between Mardi Gras and Easter, March 17th is usually celebrated only by the wearing of green on this...
View ArticleSwashbucklers Ready To Launch
Football fans can breathe easier! The Swashbucklers are back. While they were edged by the Panthers in Albany, GA, the Bucs are hoping to win their first home game of the season against the Alabama...
View ArticleSwashbucklers Win Home Opener
The Louisiana Swashbucklers kicked off their home opener with a bang last Saturday night! Southwest Louisiana came out to support the Bucs and the team certainly did not disappoint. While Alabama...
View ArticleMoody Gardens Spring Fun
If you're looking for something to do this summer, visit Moody Gardens in Galveston. It's a short drive, and there are always tons of fun things to do. Listen to Gator 99.5 this...
View ArticleRanch Rodeo This Saturday at The Longhorn
It's the 2nd Annual Texas Longhorn Ranch Rodeo at the World Famous Texas Longhorn Entertainment Complex. Events include Wild Cow Milking, Team Branding, Mugging, and Team Doctoring. The excitement is...
View ArticleWe've Got Your Dr. Pepper
It's Thirsty Thursday! Listen every Thursday for the Dr. Pepper Sounder. If you are the correct caller, you'll win a 12-Pack of Dr. Pepper from Gator 99.5. Continue reading…
View ArticleBridal Show This Sunday
This Sunday we want to make it easier for you to prepare for a wedding. Almost all of the Bridal Pro's you'll need will all be at the same place at 337 Studios, across from Fat Cat Cafe on Ryan...
View ArticleOpen Rodeo This Saturday At The Longhorn
The Texas Longhorn has brought quite a few rodeo events to our area. It's definitely worth the short drive to Vinton to check out the fun. Open Rodeo is coming to Southwest Louisiana Saturday, May...
View ArticleWatch House On Fox29 And Win a 32″ HDTV from Gator99.5
Hugh Laurie keeps me entertained on Fox's hit show, House. Now it's really getting interesting. Watch Fox 29 for this seasons' finales of House, and the Chicago Code, and you could walk away with...
View ArticleBuckle Up For A Free Trip And Gas
Buckling up has never been more fun! The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is teaming up with Gator 99.5 to give a Gator VIP four tickets to Schlitterbahn and a $100 gas card Continue reading…
View ArticleWatch The Race, Play Bingo, Win $500
Delta Downs is teaming up with Gator 99.5 for racing, bingo and prizes! Head to Delta Downs Racetrack every Sunday in June and you could win $500! Catch all of the racing excitement, have lots of fun...
View ArticleJockey's Can Race Too
For the third consecutive year, Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel hosted a foot race for local American Quarter Horse jockeys. The event was held during a live racing program on Friday, July 1st...
View ArticleA New Bieberiffic App
Do you have Bieber-fever? Are you a Belieber? If you fit into any of these categories then you need the "Talking Justin Bieber app. I found that it's a great tool for annoying family, friends and...
View ArticlePlay Golf With Deuce McAllister
Southwest Louisiana LOVES their football, and when we are not watching football we are playing golf. Two charities are combining our two passions into one star studded event. You will probably never...
View ArticlePro Softball Coming To Sulphur
It really is a big deal, and it's coming to Sulphur! The National Pro Fastpitch Championships are this weekend at Sulphur's McMurray Park. This is an awesome opportunity to see former olympic greats...
View ArticleFormer Olympians In Sulphur For Tournament [PHOTOS]
We've already posted the schedule for this weekends Pro Fastpitch Softball Tournament HERE. We wanted to show you a Team USA gallery of some of the players you can expect to see on the field at...
View ArticleMy Vegas Top 5… What Happens In Vegas Goes On Our Website
They say that New York is "The city that never sleeps..."  Try getting an ice cream cone on the Upper West Side after 10 p.m. and you'll realize that the slogan isn't...
View ArticleBobby Jindal Reelected
Thank you Louisiana voters, campaign staff and volunteers! It has been and will continue to be an honor to serve you. Together we can make this state the best place in the world to raise a family and...
View ArticleAguillard And Mount Will Be In Runoff
It's was a highly publicized race in Calcasieu Parish and it will come down to a runoff. According the Louisiana Secretary of State website, Wendy Curphy Aguillard received 48.85% of the vote with...
View ArticleWillie Mount Withdraws From Assessor's Race
After a very close contest for the Assessor's Race, Willie Mount announced that she is withdrawing from the runoff. That will place Wendy Curphy Aguillard as the Calcasieu Parish Assessor. Click...
View ArticleGet Ready To Laugh… Vince Stopped By The Studio
Vinnie with Vince Vance and the Valiants stopped by Gator 99.5 this morning. As always, Vince was full of fun, laughs and energy! Continue reading…
View ArticleDoctor Up Your Den With Dr Pepper
Gator 99.5 is teaming up with Dr Pepper to give the gift of free furniture! October 31st through November 18th, go to participating Kroger stores to register to win at Dr Pepper displays. The winner...
View ArticleLaw Enforcement Rebuilds Homes
Law enforcement agencies from Southwest Louisiana are gathering together for a good cause. Rebuilding Together Calcasieu is kicking off their 6th Annual Law Enforcement Rebuild Thursday, November 3rd....
View ArticleWatch FOX29, And You'll Be Thankful
It’s that time of year when we’re all thinking about what we’re thankful for. And this year, we’re thankful for good Monday night TV on FOX. So sit down and feast on the Monday night dramas of TERRA...
View ArticleCoast Guard Responds Spill In Calcasieu Ship Channel
LAKE CHARLES, La. — The Coast Guard is responding to a report of a solvent release in the Calcasieu Ship Channel, south of the I-210 bridge in Lake Charles, Wednesday. Watchstanders at Coast Guard...
View ArticleDinner Theater Will Rebuild Homes
What do Bruce Hamilton, Russ Bordelon, the MSU Cowgirl Kickers, R.I.S.E. Gospel Choir and KPLC's Elizabeth Temple all have in common? They are all putting on a holiday show for a good cause this...
View ArticleWin 4 Tickets To See Elmo's Super Heroes
Elmo and his friends will be at the Lake Charles Civic Center this Saturday and Sunday! It's Sesame Street Live's Elmo's Super Heroes. Click HERE to win four vouchers to see the show! Continue reading…
View ArticleMiranda Lambert Presale Tickets Available Thursday
Miranda Lambert will be at Ford Arena with special guests Wade Bowen, and The Josh Abbott Band. Gator Country Club Members can purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public! Get your...
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