Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy says the death of George Floyd while in the custody of Minneapolis Police Officers should not have occurred, but calls defunding police a stupid idea. Cassidy says the focus should be on police reform and also allocating more dollars towards mental health programs so that officers have fewer encounters with mentally ill individuals. But he admits this is not an overnight solution…
COVID-19 has put the brakes on the state’s television and film productions, but it is believed the industry will resume soon. Executive Director of Louisiana Entertainment Chris Stelly anticipates spread mitigation efforts will be ramped up, including extra cleaning on set, smaller crews, and increased hygienic practices.
Cut 6 (11) “…will be production.”
LOSFA has begun processing 2020 high school graduates TOPS eligibility and is asking students to fill out their FAFSA before the July 1st priority deadline. The deadline to file your ACT score has been extended to September 30th, but LOFSA Executive Director Sujuan Boutte still wants you to submit your current scores. If you test again later and score higher…
The extension came as part of a gubernatorial order aimed at helping students impacted by COVID-related disruptions.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is encouraging you to grab a pole and take part in their annual Free Fishing Weekend this Saturday and Sunday. That means you do not need a license to fish. LDWF spokesperson Ed Pratt reminds you to be safe while fishing by practicing social distancing and keep your groups to ten or less.