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![Veterinarian Warns Louisiana Dog Owners to Not Give Pet This Toy](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/07/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-07-25-at-10.38.12-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Veterinarian Warns Louisiana Dog Owners to Not Give Pet This Toy
A veterinarian is warning dog owners about the dangers of a popular toy.
![New Details on When, Where Southern Classic Comes to Lafayette](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/12/attachment-attachment-Southern-Classic-Chicken.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Details on When, Where Southern Classic Comes to Lafayette
A popular fried chicken chain Southern Classic is moving to south Louisiana, and now we know where and when construction will start.
![FedEx Employee Dies After Falling Out of Truck](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2022/06/attachment-GettyImages-1341956194.jpg?w=980&q=75)
FedEx Employee Dies After Falling Out of Truck
Some terrible news, an employee for FedEx has died after he fell out of a moving truck.
![Louisiana's Fantastic Cabin Rentals Near and in Lafayette](http://townsquare.media/site/38/files/2024/07/attachment-richard-r-W9M7AVbSwKI-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana's Fantastic Cabin Rentals Near and in Lafayette
Sometimes, you just need to get away, and renting a cabin for you and the family for a weekend can be exactly what the doctor ordered.
![Louisiana Cleaners Escape Shooter, Return to Finish Job](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/07/attachment-National-Tequila-Day-copy-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Cleaners Escape Shooter, Return to Finish Job
The suspect rushes the cleaning crew and opens fire 'for several rounds' before sprinting back to the sedan and fleeing the scene, according to Fox 8.
![2024 International Rice Festival Unveils Music Lineup](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/07/attachment-312804355_3615721635321917_4843473042411940424_n.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2024 International Rice Festival Unveils Music Lineup
The 87th annual International Rice Festival in Crowley, Louisiana is scheduled for October 17-20, 2024, and organizers have released this year's entertainment lineup.
![Things Found in Louisiana Homes Proving They're Cajun and Creole](http://townsquare.media/site/38/files/2024/07/attachment-Hitachi-Chime-O-Matic-Rice-Cooker.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Things Found in Louisiana Homes Proving They're Cajun and Creole
There are surefire tells when it comes to Cajun and Creole culture. Maybe it's the pots in the kitchen or jars of various pickled foods. Or, maybe it's a certain type of rice cooker.
![A Favorite Louisiana Airline Announces Major Change to Boarding Procedure](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/07/attachment-gary-lopater-dOOGrK3zcUc-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
A Favorite Louisiana Airline Announces Major Change to Boarding Procedure
A popular airline that many in Louisiana love to use when traveling is breaking a 50-year tradition when it comes to boarding the plane.
![Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy - Louisiana Stores to Close](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/07/attachment-Dark-Store-Jeswin-Thomas-via-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy - Louisiana Stores to Close
A national furniture chain with a 130 year history has filed for bankruptcy, half a dozen of the store's locations in Louisiana will be closing.
![Louisiana Flood Threat Elevated - 'Next Level' Rains Likely](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2019/07/20190714_090147_resized.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Flood Threat Elevated - 'Next Level' Rains Likely
Portions of Louisiana can expect even heavier downpours today as National Weather Service forecasters have raised the flood threat once again.
![Texas Rainfall Brings Out Dangerous ‘Toxic’ Worms That Regenerate](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-07-24T182659.619.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas Rainfall Brings Out Dangerous ‘Toxic’ Worms That Regenerate
The recent excessive rainfall has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding. Here's what you need to know.
![Home For Sale in Lafayette is a Mid-Centry Modern Lover's Dream](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-452336158_1002549308541014_4436614657352713796_n.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Home For Sale in Lafayette is a Mid-Centry Modern Lover's Dream
Located on the Vermilion River in one of Lafayette's most coveted neighborhoods, this MCM home is one of the coolest houses in the city.
![Louisiana Man Flees Courtroom After Learning He Had Warrants, Then Beats Homeowner in Nearby Neighborhood](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-11.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Man Flees Courtroom After Learning He Had Warrants, Then Beats Homeowner in Nearby Neighborhood
Baton Rouge Police said Kendrick Miller caused a police search across the downtown area when he ran away from the 19th Judicial Courthouse yesterday afternoon after learning he had active warrants.
![Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy - Texas Stores Closing Soon](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Dark-Store-Jeswin-Thomas-via-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy - Texas Stores Closing Soon
A nationwide furniture and appliance dealer with some 80 locations in Texas has confirmed bankruptcy plans. Several Texas locations will be closing.
![Texas Powerball - Texas Lottery Confirms 'Life Changing' Win](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/04/attachment-alejandro-garay-1RxbuMvugxk-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas Powerball - Texas Lottery Confirms 'Life Changing' Win
The Texas Lottery has confirmed a "life-changing" win in Wednesday's Powerball drawing. It was one of two "big wins" in Texas Wednesday night.
![New Authentic Açaí Shop Opening in Lafayette, Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/07/attachment-National-Tequila-Day-copy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Authentic Açaí Shop Opening in Lafayette, Louisiana
If you have a hankering for an authentic açaí bowl look no further.
![Nearby Universal Theme Park for Louisiana Residents Coming Soon](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2021/10/attachment-GettyImages-1253927783.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Nearby Universal Theme Park for Louisiana Residents Coming Soon
It won't be long before Louisiana residents can make your way to a Universal theme park that is much closer than Orlando, Florida.