COVID-19 Case numbers increased by 203 today for a total of 30,855 and fatalities up by 19 to 2,154. The lowest increase since the Stay in Shelter Order went into effect March 23rd. One of the latest coronavirus-related deaths is a child under the age of 10. Governor Edwards says the victim had a compromised immune system.
Louisiana is only given 15 million dollars for fisheries relief under the CARES Act out of the 300-million-dollar pot allocated. Congressman Garret Graves says it’s an insult and a lowball payment for the Sportsman’s Paradise…
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Louisiana’s fishing economy has seen collapses in prices of crawfish, shrimp, and other water-based foods.
A bill is heading to the Senate floor that would prevent local governments from pursuing coastal land loss lawsuits against oil and gas companies. There are dozens of lawsuits in the court system from local governments seeking money for coastal damages done by oil and gas companies. Several local leaders testified against the legislation. Jefferson Parish council member Scott Walker…
The Louisiana Restaurant Association expects a busy Mother’s Day for members despite coronavirus restrictions. LRA President Stan Harris says while you can’t eat in, you can certainly take out. So, if you are picking up but aren’t serving it immediately, he says make sure you can keep everything at the proper temperature to maintain quality.