Lakeview Harbor Owner Shoots Opossum; Rivershack Tavern Turns 25

LAKEVIEW— Lakeview Harbor owner Mark Schenck was arrested Monday for animal cruelty "for allegedly shooting an opossum to death behind the business" but claims that he shot in self-defense when the possum charged him. [NOLA.com, Advocate]

NOLA— This week Ian McNulty looks at the city's growing selection of Cajun meat markets including newly opened Chris' Specialty Meats in Lakeview and Bourrée in Carrollton. [Advocate]

RIVERBEND— Rivershack Tavern celebrates its 25 year anniversary tomorrow, September 24 through Sunday, September 27. Lots of great beer, food and music. [Gambit]

QUARTER— Besh Steak (inside Harrah's Casinso) hosts an Abita Beer pairing dinner tomorrow, September 24, at 7 p.m. $75 gets you four courses and craft brews. Seats still available at (504) 533-6111.

NOLA— Ian McNulty also listicles five hearty dishes to kick off fall dining, including Toups' barbecue goat, Patois boudin-stuffed chicken and more. [Advocate]