Starting today, Lousiana residents eight years old and up are required to wear a mask when indoors and outdoors and you cannot be physically distant from others. Governor John Bel Edwards says many might not agree with this order, but he says research shows face masks can slow the spread of COVID-19…
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Some say mask mandates violate our personal liberties and others contend it does not protect you from COVID and wearing masks for long period can exasperate breathing issues. But Regional Public Health director for Acadiana, Doctor Tina Stefanski, the best way to beat the virus without closing businesses back down again is by wearing masks
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The House Education Committee will discuss the reopening of schools in August during a 10 o’clock meeting at the state capitol today. Matt Doyle has the story.
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BESE meets tomorrow. The state’s top school board is expected to decide whether they’ll require students to wear face masks. The state education department has recommended mask wearing for students in third grade and above.