SUMMARY: Schuckie and David Chavarria discussed the upcoming Oyster Bake, a beloved event celebrating its 109th year. Excitement is high, with popular acts like Huba Tank and Sugar Ray performing. The event anticipates 50,000-70,000 attendees, emphasizing safety and family-friendly activities, including a new children’s section. Over 100,000 oysters and 30,000 chicken-on-a-stick will be available alongside other food options. First-time attendees are encouraged to buy tickets early at oysterbake.com, use VIA park and ride for transportation, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The event promises a mix of fun, entertainment, and delicious food for all ages.

Schuckie and David Chavarria stopped by GMSA+ to interview with Ernie Zuniga and Stephanie Serna about this year’s Oyster Bake.

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SUMMARY: Dwayne Johnson, a junior at St. Augustine, has made a significant mark in gymnastics by winning first place at the state high school gymnastics championship for the second consecutive year. He excelled in multiple events, securing first place in floor, pommel horse, vault, and parallel bars, and second in high bar. Dwayne is not only a standout athlete but also a trailblazer, having established the St. Augustine gymnastics team. With eight years of experience, he hopes to inspire more diversity in the sport. Dwayne’s future aspirations include attending college and possibly starting a gymnastics team at LSU. He credits his success to hard work and his supportive mother.

Dwayne Johnson is the 2025 LHSAA State Gymnastics Champion. He has won over 200 medals and recently secured his first all-around title in a competition.

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SUMMARY: The Vietnam War significantly impacted President Lyndon B. Johnson’s legacy, overshadowing his domestic agenda focused on social justice. Initially seeking to prioritize domestic issues, Johnson was drawn into the Vietnam conflict, which became all-consuming. In conversations, he expressed frustration with the escalation of the war and recognized its complexities, yet felt compelled to act in order to maintain American credibility. By the 1964 Gulf of Tonkin incident—used to justify military escalation—he faced political pressures ahead of the presidential election and worried about his effectiveness in foreign policy. Ultimately, despite uncertainties, Johnson clung to hopes of a stable South Vietnam.

Lyndon B. Johnson wanted his presidency to be focused on civil rights and his domestic programs started with the “Great Society” — but the shadow of Vietnam loomed over the White House. What LBJ did as a result shaped his legacy for many Americans.

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