Flash flood watches are in effect across south Louisiana through Thursday night as Tropical Storm Cindy is expected to dump a lot of rain in the next two days. State Climatologist Barry Keim says storm surge could be an issue in coastal areas and there is a possibility of a tornado. But he says rain and potential flash flooding will be the biggest problem.
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Lafource Parish is preparing for the heavy rainfall as the parish is continuing to pump down drainage canals. Brennan Matherne with the Sheriff’s Office says sandbags are available at all parish field office locations.
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A flash flood watch is in effect for north Louisiana from Wednesday night to Friday morning.

Governor John Bel Edwards signed a bill into law that prevents public schools from physically punishing students with developmental disabilities. Senate Education Chairman Blade Morrish says this allows the administration to take a step back and realize certain students are not allowed to receive corporal punishments.
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38 out of 69 public school districts in the state permit paddling or spanking.

The Department of Education announces new applicants will be placed on a waiting list starting July 1st as the demand for state childcare assistance rises. Assistant superintendent of early childhood development Jenna Conway says this program offers subsidies for working families to choose a childcare provider.
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