There’s little chance for rain this weekend, which makes it a perfect weekend to go fishing. And this weekend, a fishing license is not required, so anyone can drop a line in the water. With many families looking for safe outdoor activities during the COVID pandemic, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries spokesperson Ed Pratt says their Free Fishing Weekend is the ideal opportunity….
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The state reported 19 more COVID-19 deaths yesterday, bringing the state’s death toll to 2,874. Cameron, Tensas, Sabine, LaSalle and East Carroll are among the parishes that have yet to report a COVID-19 death.

We are waiting more information from the Monroe Police Department on a murder-suicide involving a mother and multiple children at the Parkview Apartment complex. The number of people shot and fatalities is unknown.

The FAFSA priority deadline for 2020 high school grads is fast approaching…
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If you are waiting on a Louisiana Pandemic EBT card look for a white envelope with an Austin, Texas return address…
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That’s state Department of Education spokesperson Sydni Dunn, who says the deadline to apply for a Pandemic EBT card is Monday. It’s for families who have children who normally get free or reduced-price meals at school. For more info, go to louisiana-believes-dot-com.