Louisiana small businesses needing assistance because of the coronavirus outbreak can apply for grants up to 15-thousand dollars to cover pandemic-related expenses starting today. State Treasurer John Schroder says the Main Street Recovery Program was created by the state legislature, but the money comes from the feds…
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Schroder expects the 275-million will go quickly.

An education software company is moving its headquarters from San Francisco to Lafayette. Governor Edwards says SchoolMint will create 178 direct new jobs…
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The company also plans to make a 515-thousand dollar investment in a new facility in Lafayette.

The Imperial Heath Urgent Care Center in Moss Bluff is seeking COVID-positive patients to participate in a nationwide clinical trial testing the effectiveness of an experimental COVID treatment. Matt Doyle has more.
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The state reported 23-hundred new coronavirus cases yesterday and the statewide total is just shy 110-thousand. The state also reported 23 more deaths yesterday and hospitaliziations increased by 43 and there are now 16-hundred COVID patients in the hospitals. Patients on a ventilator also increased by 24 to 208.

There’s good economic development news for Louisiana. Educational software company, SchoolMint, announces it’s moving its headquarters from San Francisco to Lafayette. The company’s decision means 178 new jobs and over 200 indirect jobs. Governor Edwards says this is further evidence of the state’s economic growth for the 21st century…
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Over in Calcasieu Parish, Imperial Health Urgent Care Center in Moss Bluff is the only health facility in Louisiana participating in a nationwide trial where COVID-19 patients are receiving monoclonal antibody treatments. Doctor Jason Morris says they want to nail down how much of the treatment they need to administer…
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According to a study from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, a rise in chronic conditions is putting more Louisiana residents at risk for colorectal cancer. Blue Cross of Louisiana Medical Director Dr. Jeremy Wigginton says there has been a substantial uptick in cancer cases for those with inflammatory colon conditions.
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Diabetes and diagnosed obesity are also contributing factors and Louisiana saw significant increases in all of these major risk factors in the study period between 2014 and 2018.

The Main Street Recovery Program will begin accepting applications at 9 AM tomorrow from small businesses impacted by the pandemic. State Treasurer John Schroder says Eligible businesses can receive up to 15,000 dollars, and the money will be sent out on a first-come-first-served basis. They’ll be taking applications online…

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For the first 21 days, the program will only disburse funds to businesses that did not receive federal assistance or insurance payments.

If you’ve received a mystery package of seeds from China or Eastern Europe, the Ag Commissioner is asking you to please not open the package, and if you do, do not dispose of the seeds or plant them. Mike Strain says authorities will come to you to handle the disposal of the mystery seeds.

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The issue appears toe nationwide.

Former Vernon Parish Sheriff and former State Representative Frank Howard has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19.  Howard was Sheriff for 24 years.  Current Vernon Parish Sheriff Sam Craft remembers his predecessor as one to constantly be involved in the community.

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Following a few years of retirement from law enforcement, Howard was elected to be a state representative and served three terms in that position before being termed out in 2019.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has shut down all Willie’s Chicken Shack locations in the city after one shop reportedly sold go-cups over the weekend. Cantrell says the shutdown sends the message that the city is serious about enforcing its COVID health orders.

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Bars and restaurants are prohibited from selling to go cups in New Orleans.

Louisiana small businesses can begin applying for a grant worth up to 15,000 dollars tomorrow as part of the Main Street Recovery Program. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Over 2,300 new COVID-19 cases have been reported by the state today to bring Louisiana’s grand total to just shy of 110-thousand cases. Fatalities increase by 23.  Hospitalizations are at 1600.  Daily percentage of positive tests: 8.8%.

Former Vernon Parish Sheriff and former State Representative Frank Howard has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19.  Current Vernon Parish Sheriff Sam Craft says Howard had a soft spot in his heart for the elderly community.  As Sherrif, Howard started the triad program to assist seniors.
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Governor Edwards will order flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Howard at the State Capitol and other state buildings the day he is laid to rest.
The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says if you receive a mystery package, don’t hesitate to contact authorities.
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Strain says authorities will come to you to handle the disposal of the
mystery seeds.

State Treasurer John Schroder warns the Main Street Recovery Program, state-run grant program for small businesses impacted by the pandemic, will run out of money within a week once applications open at 9 AM tomorrow. Eligible businesses can receive up to 15,000 dollars in reimbursement for expenses incurred during the shutdown. Schroder calls it no strings attached, and expansive…

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Businesses must have a brick and mortar location and fewer than 50 employees to be eligible.

The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says the seeds have been received via unsolicited packages by people across the US, including Louisiana.

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Former Vernon Parish Sheriff and former State Representative Frank Howard has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19.  Howard was Sheriff for 24 years. Following a few years of retirement from law enforcement, Howard was elected to be a state representative and served three terms in that position before being termed out in 2019.  Current Vernon Parish Sheriff Sam Craft says Howard became a fixture in the area’s political circle.

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New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell orders all locations of Willie’s Chicken Shack closed due to violations of the city’s ban on to-go drinks. Cantrell says the there was ample evidence of non-compliance at the locations and a task force was dispatched to investigate.

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Willie’s released a statement saying patrons refused to comply with the order and they support the city’s public health efforts.

The State Treasury Department will begin accepting applications for the Main Street Recovery Program, a grant program aimed at COVID-impacted small businesses, starting tomorrow at 9 AM. State Treasurer John Schroder expects the program be over its funding capacity in the first ten days because 275 million dollar program isn’t a lot of money in a state of 457,000 small businesses…

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The money will be sent out on a first-come-first-served basis.

The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says the product is being shipped from mystery sources in China and Eastern Europe, and authorities will come to you to handle the disposal of the mystery seeds.

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Former Vernon Parish Sheriff and former State Representative Frank Howard has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19. Jeff Palermo has more.

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New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell orders a business to close due to violation of public health orders related to COVID. It’s anyone’s guess as to when Willie’s Chicken Shack locations can reopen…

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Starting tomorrow small businesses can apply for up to 15-thousand dollars in grant money through the state’s Main Street Recovery Program. Louisiana Treasurer John Schroder on where to apply…
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The state legislature has set aside 275-million dollars and for the first 21 days grants will be given to businesses who didn’t receive federal assistance or insurance payments as a result of COVID-19.

Former Vernon Parish Sheriff and state representative Frank Howard has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19. Howard was Sheriff for 24 years. Current Vernon Parish Sheriff Sam Craft remembers his predecessor as one who was constantly involved in the community.
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Howard served three terms in the state legislature before term limits forced him out last year.

A study indicates more than one in six Louisiana workers hate their boss. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has shut down all Willie’s Chicken Shack locations in the city after one shop reportedly sold go-cups over the weekend. Cantrell says the shutdown sends the message that the city is serious about enforcing its COVID health orders.
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Bars and restaurants are prohibited from selling to go cups in New Orleans.

The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says if you receive a mystery package, don’t hesitate to contact authorities.
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Strain says authorities will come to you to handle the disposal of the mystery seeds.
New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell orders all locations of Willie’s Chicken Shack closed due to violations of the city’s ban on to-go drinks. Cantrell says the there was ample evidence of non-compliance at the locations and a task force was dispatched to investigate.

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Willie’s released a statement saying patrons refused to comply with the order and they support the city’s public health efforts. Over 2,300 new COVID-19 cases have been reported by the state today.

Louisiana small businesses can begin applying for a grant worth up to 15,000 dollars tomorrow as part of the Main Street Recovery Program. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Application for a state-run grant program for small businesses impacted by the pandemic begins tomorrow. Eligible businesses can receive up to 15,000 dollars in reimbursement for expenses incurred during the shutdown. State Treasurer John Schroder calls it no strings attached, and expansive…

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Businesses must have a brick and mortar location and fewer than 50 employees to be eligible.

The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says the seeds have been received via unsolicited packages by people across the US, including Louisiana.

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Strain says he’s been in contact with the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service about the issue.

A study from the career website Zippia polled 2,000 people nationwide to find out how likable their bosses are and the top things they hate about their bosses.  Head of content at Zippia Kathy Morris says the study indicates physical proximity is a factor as the further away a boss is, there is an increased chance that a worker will dislike them.

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SEC presidents and athletic directors will hold a series of virtual meetings this week to discuss fall sports plans. College football insider Brett McMurphy says because so many states are struggling to contain the coronavirus, it’s unlikely the college football season will kick off Labor Day weekend

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The PAC-12 and Big 10 have already made the decision to play conference only football schedules this season. 

The ACLU is looking for Louisianans who feel they were the victim of racist policing to help them file lawsuits challenging discriminatory policies. ACLU Louisiana Legal Director Nora Ahmed says if you are concerned about coming forward because it could lead to retaliation from law enforcement, your initial statement will remain confidential…
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This includes racially motivated traffic stops, searches, seizures, detainments, and incidents where police dogs were used to assault people on racial grounds.

With schools set to resume soon, state health officials are concerned many children are not up to date on their vaccinations. During the early portion of the pandemic, many elective medical procedures were put on hold and State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch says that dropped the rate of vaccinations.

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SEC presidents and athletic directors will hold a series of virtual meetings this week to discuss fall sports plans. College football insider Brett McMurphy says because so many states are struggling to contain the coronavirus, it’s unlikely the college football season will kick off Labor Day weekend

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SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said earlier this month that the league will make an announcement in late July on whether it can start the season on time.

A study from the career website Zippia indicates more than one in six Louisiana workers hate their boss. Head of content at Zippia Kathy Morris says the study also shows physical proximity is a factor, as the further away a boss is, there is an increased chance that a worker will dislike them.
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