North Louisiana is still hurting from the massive downpour that dumped upwards of two feet of rain in some areas. West Monroe Senator Mike Walsworth is concerned how parish governments will pay for the damage, even if they are eligible for federal assistance and only have to pay a quarter of the cost for a road that was washed away by the floods…:
Cut 13 (07) “25-percent”
Some areas of Ouachita Parish are still flooded and the process of recovery has barely begun for several home owners and renters.

Animal shelters are bracing again for an influx of bunnies given as gifts to children for Easter, because families soon find out they are unable to care for them. Alicia Haefele (HAY-flee), with the Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, says parents should educate themselves before getting a bunny…:
Cut 10 (09) “a bunny”

A bill set to be reviewed by the House Natural Resources Committee today proposes to add “blaze pink” as an approved color for hunters…:
CUT 1 (30) “I’m Halen Doughty”

Donaldsonville residents in Ascension Parish should not drink or cook with water until further notice, according to the state Department of Health and Hospitals.