Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
Good morning, Lafayette.
Lafayette-based Southern Ice Equipment Distributors was acquired by national company Watsco on Monday at its 112 Luke St. location—Watsco said the deal, which included two other companies, will add 10 locations and $47 million in annualized sales while the distributor keeps its name and current leadership.
Authorities arrested Dustin Johnson—38—from Rayne on Monday after a search warrant led to an incident that accidentally killed a Rayne officer; Johnson faces charges of attempted second degree murder and violation of protective orders and was booked at Acadia Parish Jail at 7 p.m. with a $1 million bond.
Lafayette Consolidated Government is preparing for potential flooding by deploying barricades on Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Dulles Drive and Eraste Landry Road as a storm will hit around 7 p.m. tonight — Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet said the Emergency Operations Center is active and the city will assess conditions early tomorrow morning.
The Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Lafayette now offers a promising heart procedure called Tri-Clip for patients with severe tricuspid regurgitation who have not found relief with medication.
Dr. John Lawrence said the procedure repairs the leaky valve—reducing blood leakage and easing symptoms.
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
LWA Heartland Heat & Fan Expo
6:00-7:30 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an exciting night of wrestling alongside a vibrant expo featuring pro wrestling, cosplay, and local artists.
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