Gyms, movie theaters, nail, and hair salons can reopen Friday. Barbershops and salons have been closed since March, so the backlog of those in need of a haircut may create the need for extended business hours. Director of the State Board of Cosmetology Steve Young says that should not be an issue.
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Mask-wearing and other spread mitigation efforts will be mandated during a hair appointment.
Governor Edwards releases a proclamation today that will officially loosen restrictions on restaurants and churches starting tomorrow. The COVID-19 death toll in Louisiana has reached 23-hundred and the state is reporting nearly 33-thousand cases as the state prepares to reopen a portion of its economy. Edwards says the rate of transmission in some parts of the state is lower than one and he hopes to keep it that way.
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Some business advocates are frustrated that tattoo parlors, bars, and spas will not be allowed to open for business Friday. But Louisiana Department of Health Assistant Secretary Alex Billioux says it’s just not safe to open those sectors yet, and cited White House guidelines recommending places like bars remain closed. Billioux says some establishments, like restaurants, lend themselves well to adapting to social distancing guidelines, and some business models just could not make it work.
Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser announces the reopening of 18 of the state’s historical sites, and 18 of the 21 state parks this Friday. Nungesser says state parks have lots of cancellations, so there has never been a better time for locals to enjoy what state parks have to offer.
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State Parks will begin taking reservations on Friday.