The Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office announced on April 20 that the Assumption High School Alumni picnic will take place at Dorseyville Recreation Park on Louisiana Highway 70, east of Paincourtville, this Saturday, April 25. The event is expected to last all day and conclude at 6:00 p.m.
Officials say the gathering is likely to attract large crowds and could cause significant traffic congestion in the area, especially as the event ends. The public is being urged to avoid traveling through this part of La.70 if possible.
“We expect heavy traffic congestion at the events conclusion. We urge the motoring public to avoid the area if at all possible. If you choose to travel through the area, please expect intermittent traffic delays due to heavy congestion,” said officials from the Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office.
No additional background information or details about previous events were provided by authorities.
Community members planning to attend or travel near Dorseyville Recreation Park are advised to plan accordingly and anticipate delays.