Articles pertaining to events in the Louisiana area
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![Deadly Virus Spreading Through Texas — Is Louisiana Next?](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-13-copy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Deadly Virus Spreading Through Texas — Is Louisiana Next?
For only the second time in history, a human has tested positive for bird flu. This case was reported in Texas, where they issued a warning that their poultry farms and cattle farms were being affected. This particular strain of avian influenza virus is highly deadly to livestock, poultry, and wild birds.
![Pets That Are Surprisingly Legal to Own in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/01/attachment-david-clode-lkZuLd8mfR8-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Pets That Are Surprisingly Legal to Own in Louisiana
The realm of possibility when it comes to animals you can actually have as pets in Louisiana is quite surprising.
![Louisiana Teacher Dies in Alcohol-Related Crash in Arnaudville](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-27.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Teacher Dies in Alcohol-Related Crash in Arnaudville
The woman was killed while she was riding on a side-by-side near Arnaudville. The UTV was hit by a driver whose breathalyzer test indicated he was well over Louisiana's legal limit.
![Louisiana Native Gives Delightful Eclipse Commentary from Texas](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-DO-NOT-STOP-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Native Gives Delightful Eclipse Commentary from Texas
The Louisiana native and her husband live near Dallas, Texas, and she shared their delightful experience during the solar eclipse of 2024 on social media.
![Louisiana Restaurant Among ‘Best Diners, Drive-Ins, And Dives’](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2020/01/GettyImages-1198297138.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Restaurant Among ‘Best Diners, Drive-Ins, And Dives’
It's no secret that Louisiana has amazing cooking, nor is it a secret that our food has been recognized quite a bit on various cooking and food shows you can see on TV.
![One Essential Tip for Texas, Louisiana Dog Owners During Eclipse](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-adam-griffith-sWkkIiTJMYc-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
One Essential Tip for Texas, Louisiana Dog Owners During Eclipse
Surprisingly, the most important thing for dog owners to prepare for during the solar eclipse has nothing to do with the eclipse itself.
![See Recap of The Lineworkers Rodeo From Cajun Field in South Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/04/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-04-08-at-8.05.36-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
See Recap of The Lineworkers Rodeo From Cajun Field in South Louisiana
Public Power Lineworkers from across the country converged in the parking lot of Cajun Field in Lafayette, Louisiana last weekend.
![Photos Show Cracks in Columns Below Louisiana Bridge](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/04/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-04-08-at-6.12.50-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Photos Show Cracks in Columns Below Louisiana Bridge
Some very concerning photos recently surfaced on social media and it shows major cracks in the structure of a bridge in Louisiana.
![Truckers Warned to Avoid These Louisiana and Texas Truck Stops](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-DO-NOT-STOP.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Truckers Warned to Avoid These Louisiana and Texas Truck Stops
A company issued a list that warned truckers about truck stops in 20 states, including Louisiana and Texas, they should avoid.
![University of Louisiana Acknowledges 'Unspeakable Loss' on Campus](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-04-08T113241.890.jpg?w=980&q=75)
University of Louisiana Acknowledges 'Unspeakable Loss' on Campus
The University Police Department has released a detailed account of their initial response and findings in connection with an incident that took place over the weekend on the UL campus.
![Lafayette's Hidden Cemetery in Broadmoor Subdivision](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/12/attachment-Whittington-Cemetary1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette's Hidden Cemetery in Broadmoor Subdivision
It's always interesting how, even if you've lived somewhere your entire life, you can always learn something new about a city.
![Texas Mother and Daughter Arrested for Alleged Illegal Injections](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/04/attachment-Injection-Photo-courtesy-of-Sam-Moghadam-Khamseh-2rrsfMN4hn8-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas Mother and Daughter Arrested for Alleged Illegal Injections
Two women were arrested in Texas after law enforcment officials allege they have been giving illegal injections.
![Lousiana Festival Schedule for April, 2024](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2020/12/Screen-Shot-2020-12-02-at-7.23.02-PM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lousiana Festival Schedule for April, 2024
Well, Spring has officially sprung, and that means it's the start of Festival season in Louisiana
![Concerns Over 2024 Hurricane Season's Impact on Gulf Coast Rise](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2021/09/attachment-GettyImages-56937485.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Concerns Over 2024 Hurricane Season's Impact on Gulf Coast Rise
Several of the deadliest and costliest hurricanes in Louisiana history occurred along similar conditions in the Atlantic and in the Gulf of Mexico.
![Louisiana Lottery Confirms Where $50,000 Powerball Winners Sold](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2016/04/Lottery1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Lottery Confirms Where $50,000 Powerball Winners Sold
Two $50,000 Powerball winners were sold in Louisiana for Saturday's drawing. We now know where those tickets were purchased, so do check your numbers.
![Chick-fil-A Testing New Sandwich - When Will it Come to Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2022/11/attachment-GettyImages-1406987927.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Chick-fil-A Testing New Sandwich - When Will it Come to Louisiana
Chick-fil-A launches new spring time beverages and begins test marketing a new and very different kind of sandwich. Here's when we can expect them in Louisiana.
![How Animals in Louisiana and Texas Will Be Affected by The Solar Eclipe](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/03/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-03-20-at-11.24.37-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How Animals in Louisiana and Texas Will Be Affected by The Solar Eclipe
The Earth is an interesting place and everything that happens here impacts something or someone in a unique way.
![Weather Service - Excessive Rainfall Event Likely for Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/05/ambassedor-Caffery-Flooding.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Weather Service - Excessive Rainfall Event Likely for Louisiana
Excessive rainfall with an enhanced risk of severe weather is what Louisiana has in store to start the work week.
![Win Free Raising Cane's for 20 Yrs for Solar Eclipse in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/04/attachment-Raising-Canes-Chicken-Facebook-Photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Win Free Raising Cane's for 20 Yrs for Solar Eclipse in Louisiana
Raising Cane's is giving away free food for the next twenty years if you're the winner.
![Three-Year-Old Dead After Drowning in Louisiana’s False River](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-False-River.jpeg?w=980&q=75)
Three-Year-Old Dead After Drowning in Louisiana’s False River
Authorities in Pointe Coupee Parish have confirmed that a three-year-old is dead after drowning in False River on Thursday, April 4, 2024.