Governor Edwards says the state continues to flatten the curve but warns life is unlikely to go back to normal anytime soon. Models show a steep drop-off in expected COVID deaths in Louisiana relative to projections at the start of the month, but…
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Edwards says that’s not an official announcement that the stay at home order is being extended, but it’s a possibility.

The governor is expected to announce soon that schools will be closed for the remainder of the year. Ethan Melancon, director of education policy at Pelican Institute for Public Policy, understands the need to close physical school sites, but parents still have a lot of questions…
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Melancon says 44-percent of the districts are not providing adequate distance learning opportunities.

The Attorney General’s office is assisting the state department of health in investigating whether Louisiana’s three abortion clinics are violating the stay at home order by performing non-emergency medical procedures. Attorney General spokesperson Deanna Fortin on what happens if these facilities are found to be in violation…
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Easter is different this year, but Easter baskets can be filled with traditional candy favorites. CEO of Ponchatoula-based candy maker Elmer Chocolate Rob Nelson says the Easter Bunny should not experience any disruptions in the supply chain as they got their candies prepped early.
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Nelson says Easter candy sales have slumped recently with residents focused on shopping for essential items, but he’s optimistic sales will pick up this weekend.