A bill is heading to the Senate floor that would prevent local governments from pursuing coastal land loss lawsuits against oil and gas companies. Abbeville Senator Bob Hensgens says his legislation clarifies who has the authority to pursue such litigation and that’s the governor and attorney general…
Cut 6 (09) “…coastal lawsuit.”
There are dozens of lawsuits in the court system from local governments seeking money for coastal damages done by oil and gas companies.
The Louisiana Restaurant Association expects a busy Mother’s Day for members despite coronavirus restrictions shuttering indoor dining. LRA President Stan Harris says this is one of, if not the biggest day for the industry, and while you can’t eat in, you can certainly take out…
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Harris says if ordering for Mother’s Day you need to place your order today.
The casino experience won’t be the same next time players step onto the gaming floor. Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board Ronnie Jones says temperature checks, mandatory hand sanitizing, and a series of screening questions will be asked before setting foot on the gaming floor.
Cut 13 (09) “…wear that mask.”
Casino operations ceased on March 16th, but Jones says he hopes they can reopen by the end of the month.
DOTD is taking advantage of lighter traffic to send more daytime crews out to clean litter covered roads. Spokesperson Rodney Mallet says litter cleanup costs the state millions of dollars every year and dirty roads don’t look good to people considering locating to Louisiana, so once they clean these roads DOTD would appreciate if you didn’t just cover them in litter again.