The price of oil is hovering in the mid 20 dollars a barrel, prices not seen since the early 2000s.The price collapse is hammering the industry which will be another hit to the Bayou state’s economy. Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Gifford Briggs says America’s oil sector cannot operate at sub 40 dollar a barrel prices for long.
The state is reporting eight deaths and 347 positive coronavirus cases an increase of 67 from yesterday. There are four new parishes reporting cases, West Baton Rouge, St. James, Plaquemines and Lafayette. Dr. Tina Stefanski regional medical director of the Office of Public Health in Acadiana says now is the time for people to really follow the advice of health experts, wash your hands, practice social distancing and stay home if sick…
Guns and ammo sales are seeing a huge surge as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Owner of Meaux Guns in Baton Rouge Joe Meaux says the access to ammo is restricted as supply is struggling to keep up with demand at gun shops across the state.
Meaux says background checks are also being slowed down by the surge.
Attorney General issued a warning to Louisianans, especially seniors to not fall victim to scam artists trying to take advantage of the current crisis. Landry says they are preying on unsuspecting people.
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