Articles pertaining to events in the Louisiana area
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![Cajundome Sends Out Parking Guidelines Ahead of Busy Weekend in and Around Arenas](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/05/attachment-Cajundome-Convention-Center.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Cajundome Sends Out Parking Guidelines Ahead of Busy Weekend in and Around Arenas
There will be several events being held in the Cajundome, Cajundome Convention Center, and the surrounding Ragin' Cajun Athletic Facilities this weekend.
![Friday's Severe Weather Threat in Louisiana - Where and When](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/05/attachment-Ambassador-Street-Flooding-Parish-News-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Friday's Severe Weather Threat in Louisiana - Where and When
Louisiana we are not done with strong storms and severe weather. More severe storms are possible from Lake Charles to Lafayette and Baton Rouge.
![Louisiana Power Outages: The Latest on When the Power Will Return](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/03/GettyImages-1204870762.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Power Outages: The Latest on When the Power Will Return
Many Louisiana utilities are just now assessing the damage done in their service area, but here is what we know about power and when it might be restored.
![The New Whataburger in Breaux Bridge is Officially Set to Open](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-14-copy-22.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The New Whataburger in Breaux Bridge is Officially Set to Open
The new Whataburger is located at 1890 Rees St. Breaux Bridge, 70517 and will be open for business starting at 11 am on Monday.
![Bad Gas at Lafayette Parish Chevron Causes Major Vehicle Issues](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-16T141921.517.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Bad Gas at Lafayette Parish Chevron Causes Major Vehicle Issues
Residents in the Carencro-Upper Lafayette area face vehicle problems after fueling up at a local Chevron station.
![Police Officer in Louisiana Hit by Vehicle While On Duty](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-05-16-at-10.47.54-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Police Officer in Louisiana Hit by Vehicle While On Duty
A police officer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana was hit by a vehicle Thursday morning while on duty.
![Gender Identity Bills Advance in Louisiana Legislature](http://townsquare.media/site/241/files/2012/10/attachment-RS22572_Bathroom-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Gender Identity Bills Advance in Louisiana Legislature
The Louisiana Legislature is considering at least two bills regarding how students in public schools can be addressed, and both gender identity measures are advancing toward the Governor's desk.
![Lafayette Police Chief Judith Estorge Steps Down](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-16T122555.750.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Police Chief Judith Estorge Steps Down
Judith Estorge, the first female Chief of the Lafayette Police Department (LPD), has stepped down after just 19 months in the position.
![Acadiana Coffee Shop's Makes Statement On Competitor's Closure](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-143.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Acadiana Coffee Shop's Makes Statement On Competitor's Closure
Word rapidly spread through the community that a locally loved coffee and ice cream shop is closing its doors this month. Brew and Scoop, located at 415 Creswell Lane in Opelousas, Louisiana, has been serving the community handcrafted coffee beverages and ice cream treats for over five years.
![Pope's Staff Having Press Event about Aliens and Supernatural](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2021/03/GettyImages-1024988478.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Pope's Staff Having Press Event about Aliens and Supernatural
Supernatural phenomena is one of the topics to be discussed at Vatican Press conference.
![This Texas Couple Tied the Knot at Buc-ee's and It Was Beautiful](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Buc-ees-wedding-texas.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Texas Couple Tied the Knot at Buc-ee's and It Was Beautiful
Spring is considered wedding season. Buc-ee's is considered one of the most magical chains in Texas. Naturally, the two were meant to be together.
![Lafayette Bridges Over Vermilion River to Close for Repairs](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-MURDERED-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Bridges Over Vermilion River to Close for Repairs
DOTD has scheduled Vermilion River bridge repairs on three structures in Lafayette. The closures won't last long, but they could cause some grief.
![Walgreens Closing 150 Stores in 2024 - Is Louisiana on the List?](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-GettyImages-1166686095.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Walgreens Closing 150 Stores in 2024 - Is Louisiana on the List?
Lafayette, for example, has 11 locations. There are over a dozen in and around the Baton Rouge area, as well. Closing any of them could have a big impact on either community.
![Crocs Offers Louisiana Customers 'Trade-In' Opportunity](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/05/attachment-Crocs-Wearably-Weird-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Crocs Offers Louisiana Customers 'Trade-In' Opportunity
Louisiana residents may now trade in their old "ugly" Crocs for a discount on some new "ugly" Crocs and help out those who are less fortunate.
![Louisiana Man Facing Multiple Charges after Wild Spree](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2021/07/attachment-Police-Lights-Photo-courtesy-of-neonbrand-JXg7Yq5b1wE-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Man Facing Multiple Charges after Wild Spree
An Acadiana man is accused on going on a wild spree involving a carjacking and firing a gun.
![Blue Bell Ice Cream Introduces New Flavor ‘A&W Float’](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-05-16-at-6.05.44-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Blue Bell Ice Cream Introduces New Flavor ‘A&W Float’
Blue Bell has done it again after announcing their latest flavor to hit shelves.
![Opelousas, Louisiana Native Among Three Killed in Tennessee Plane Crash](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Opelousas, Louisiana Native Among Three Killed in Tennessee Plane Crash
A well-known Baton Rouge plastic surgeon was among three people who died in a plane crash in Tennessee on Wednesday.
![Severe Weather Targets Louisiana Again on Thursday - What to Know](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/05/attachment-Storm-Clouds-Lafayette-Jamie-Scott-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Severe Weather Targets Louisiana Again on Thursday - What to Know
The threat of severe storms and tornadoes looms large for much of Louisiana on Thursday and Friday.
![Louisiana Doctors Issue Warning About Lululemon-like Clothing](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/04/attachment-Leggings-Gabi-LeMoine-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Doctors Issue Warning About Lululemon-like Clothing
Doctors in Louisiana and around the nation are warning patients that wearing Lululemon or similar clothing could have a serious negative affect on their health.
![Police Officers in Louisiana Seen ‘Battling’ Kids in Park](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-05-15-at-3.35.57-PM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Police Officers in Louisiana Seen ‘Battling’ Kids in Park
A couple of police officers in Franklin, Louisiana had no choice but to defend themselves after a group of kids in a park went on the offense.