Louisiana now reports 257 positive tests for COVID-19, up 60 from yesterday, and seven deaths.
On top of the toll the virus is beginning to take on some Louisianan’s health, it’s also beginning to crush the economy with the Dow dropping below 20,000 points for the first time in the Trump Administration as workers in a number of sectors are being laid off as their companies close down due to social distancing influenced executive order.
Governor Edwards says they’re expecting serious economic damage as a result but are looking to help residents, requesting Small Business Administration disaster loan assistance for all 64 parishes and the suspension of eviction and foreclosure notices for now to prevent homelessness
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Edwards continues to implore Louisiana residents to wash their hands frequently and practice social distancing.
Congress is working on a massive economic stimulus package that will result in Americans receiving a direct payment from the federal government. Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy says he supports Governor Edwards’ dramatic measures to close down schools, restaurants and bars. He’s been in contact with hospitals to make sure they are ready as the virus is showing no signs of slowing down…
A capital region church is continuing to hold services as normal, defying the ban of gatherings of 50 or more people. Rev. Tony Spell says they are not pressuring the congregation to show up and says the church also does not have the technology to conduct services remotely.
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The church had an attendance of over 1,100 from 5 parishes on Sunday, which is about normal.