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![Severe Storms, Flooding Rains to Impact Louisiana Sunday](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2021/10/attachment-Screen-Shot-2021-10-27-at-10.55.37-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Severe Storms, Flooding Rains to Impact Louisiana Sunday
Severe weather will move into Louisiana on Sunday with the potential for strong storms expanding statewide by early Monday morning.
![Increased Security at Abbeville Church Following Scary Incident](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-11T122322.227.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Increased Security at Abbeville Church Following Scary Incident
In response to a recent security scare during the First Communion ceremony, St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana, has announced new safety measures.
![Police Evacuate Abbeville Church Due to 'Suspicious Person'](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-11T122650.330.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Police Evacuate Abbeville Church Due to 'Suspicious Person'
Eyewitnesses describe a scary situation that unfolded during a first communion service at an Abbeville church on Saturday morning.
![Buc-ee's Confirms Louisiana Fans Worst Fears](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2023/08/attachment-Bucees-3-Today-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Buc-ee's Confirms Louisiana Fans Worst Fears
Fans of Buc-ee's in Louisiana can stop going to the rumor mill. The over-the-top travel stop has confirmed news that many Louisiana fans don't want to hear.
![Louisiana Field Trip Destinations Everyone Wants to Go On](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2020/02/Evangeline-Maid-Bread.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Field Trip Destinations Everyone Wants to Go On
We have plenty of places in Louisiana that are great for field trips, and even parents are entertained.
![See Photos of the Northern Lights Throughout Parts of Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-10T225058.562.jpg?w=980&q=75)
See Photos of the Northern Lights Throughout Parts of Louisiana
Social media is sharing photos of the northern lights from parts of Louisiana, and the views are amazing.
![Guns, Drugs, and Multiple Homemade Explosives Found in New Iberia](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-10T213156.649.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Guns, Drugs, and Multiple Homemade Explosives Found in New Iberia
A crash in New Iberia spiraled into a major security operation after police discovered explosives after retrieving firearms and drugs.
![Lafayette Parish Murder Victim Identified After Thursday Shooting](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-10T144429.732.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Parish Murder Victim Identified After Thursday Shooting
Detectives are currently investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday night, which claimed the life of a 31-year-old woman.
![All You Can Eat and Drink Restaurant Opening in Lafayette](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/05/attachment-Screenshot-2024-05-10-at-2.18.50-PM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
All You Can Eat and Drink Restaurant Opening in Lafayette
The Lafayette community has been eagerly waiting to see what would be opening in place of Mr. C's Landing. Good News, the wait is finally over and 'Bushido' has taken over the space located at 5741 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA 70503 right by the Acadiana mall.
![Louisiana's 10 Smallest Parishes and Why They're Great](http://townsquare.media/site/38/files/2024/05/attachment-attachment-Louisiana-Parishes.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana's 10 Smallest Parishes and Why They're Great
It's the smaller Parishes and cities in Louisiana than can actually have the most to offer.
![Lafayette Nurse Takes Chilling Photo of Myrtles Plantation Ghost](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/08/attachment-Lancon-Family-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Nurse Takes Chilling Photo of Myrtles Plantation Ghost
A Lafayette family may have taken one of the best pictures of a ghost at The Myrtles Plantation you'll ever see.
![Louisiana Confusion: Concealed Firearm Carry at Parades](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-18.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Confusion: Concealed Firearm Carry at Parades
Louisiana law will soon allow constitutional carry, but the details about the law as it relates to parades is causing confusion. A firearms expert breaks it down.
![Iconic Disney Character No Longer Doing Meet and Greets](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/04/attachment-GettyImages-1978616072.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Iconic Disney Character No Longer Doing Meet and Greets
One of Disney's most endearing characters has been shelved because of "psychological" issues and will no longer be meeting the public at the parks.
![Internet 'Fast Food Secrets' Are Changing How Louisiana Orders](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2015/02/RS5146_154396122-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Internet 'Fast Food Secrets' Are Changing How Louisiana Orders
When it comes to needing to save a buck or two when picking up food, the Internet is full of ways to save.
![Figuring Out Your Lafayette Water Bill Can Feel Murky](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-LUS-Waste-Water-LUS-YouTube1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Figuring Out Your Lafayette Water Bill Can Feel Murky
Understanding the water portion of an LUS bill can feel confusing.
![Elderly Man Injured in Hit-and-Run Doing Good Deeds for Neighbors](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-14-copy-32.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Elderly Man Injured in Hit-and-Run Doing Good Deeds for Neighbors
A hit-and-run incident injured an elderly man in Ascension Parish, who is known for being a good samaritan in his neighborhood.
![Major Clothing Retailer Closing All 16 Stores In Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2019/10/GettyImages-1129090750.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Major Clothing Retailer Closing All 16 Stores In Louisiana
Oh boy. If you liked to shop here, better stock up before they are all closed.
![Surprisingly Popular Flower Among Louisiana Moms](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-17.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Surprisingly Popular Flower Among Louisiana Moms
Five flower varieties rank among the most popular nationally, but the most popular choice in Louisiana is somewhat surprising.
![Haze Sweeps Across Much of Louisiana and Texas](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-GettyImages-1834856279.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Haze Sweeps Across Much of Louisiana and Texas
Have you walked outdoors in recent days and noticed smoke in the area? If so, your eyes were not deceiving you.
![The Most Cajun Things People in Louisiana Could Grill This Summer](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/06/attachment-nutria.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Most Cajun Things People in Louisiana Could Grill This Summer
Louisiana cooking is already so unique from the rest of the country that you can imagine some of the things we're tossing on our grills will also be pretty different, too.