Good morning, Lafayette.

Lafayette police confirmed that on May 3, Jonovan Dauphine fatally shot his girlfriend Samantha Breaux and then himself in the parking lot of Legends on Johnston Street — Faith House advised domestic violence victims to reach out for support — with no children present during the incident.

In Lafayette, heavy rains are forecast to begin this afternoon and may cause severe flash flooding as officials track rising river levels—rain totals are expected to reach 3 to 6 inches by Friday with low-lying areas at risk for road closures.

UL Lafayette and the state Department of Veterans Affairs will launch a 2025 survey—focusing on mental health, housing, employment, healthcare access, and family support—to gather data on Louisiana’s veterans and their families.

The study will help guide improvements in services for veterans across the state.

A Louisiana resident died in January after being exposed to sick birds, and public health experts say that mutations in the H5N1 bird flu virus could allow human-to-human spread—though the CDC maintains that the current risk is low.

The CDC is monitoring cases among poultry and dairy workers and advises those in close contact with birds to use precautions.

Commissions Best Practices Workshop

— Acadiana Center for the Arts — Inquire about pricing — Learn how to effectively handle art commissions and avoid common pitfalls.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Blu Basil Asian Fusion — Enjoy a night of live music with singer-songwriter Alyse Young, performing her original songs.

Le Bal du Dimanche featuring Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole

1-4 p.m. — Vermilionville Performance Center — $10 admission — Enjoy lively Cajun and Creole music and a buffet showcasing local cuisine.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — El Paso Mexican Grill — No cover charge — Experience the soulful sounds of singer-songwriter Alyse Young in a vibrant atmosphere.

Music for Shakespeare

9-10 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Check for ticket pricing — Experience the musical adaptations of Shakespeare's works performed by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.

Artist Round Up: Zine Making Workshop

Time TBA — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Free to attend — Gather with fellow creatives for an inspiring zine making workshop themed around UFOs.

Acadiana Brew HaHa

10 AM – 3 PM — Vermilionville Performance Center — $10-$25 — Celebrate the history and culture of Louisiana brewing with tastings, workshops, and a People’s Choice award.

38th Annual Zydeco Extravaganza

12-11:30 p.m. — Blackham Coliseum — Cost information not provided — A lively celebration featuring the best Zydeco bands, food, and good times.

Memorial Day Run for Heroes

8-11 a.m. — Moncus Park — Registration fee to support veterans — Kick off Memorial Day with a meaningful run honoring heroes.

Grand Opening of Parkside Cottages

Join the Youngsville Chamber of Commerce and ReHive to celebrate the Grand Opening of Parkside Cottages on May 29th at 9am! Parkside Cottages is Youngsville’s first and only boutique cottage court community, located next to Foster Park and minutes from the Youngsville Sports Complex. https://www.parkside-cottages.com