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LDH: June 6thLouisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Saturday, June 6th.
March to End White Silence & Police Brutality
Another event has been planned for next week.
CSU Updates Hurricane Forecast to ‘Very Active’
2020 is trying to set the record for the worst year ever, and at this rate, it's got a real chance.
Drive-Thru Safari in Jefferson is Definitely Worth the Trip
My daughters went to the Lonesome Dove Safari this past week and they absolutely loved it.
10 Must Have Items for Your Kid's Tackle Box
My 11-year old son came to me and confessed that he was hooked on fishing. I hadn't fished on the regular in a number of years. That meant I had to go to an expert.
Drew Brees Responds To Trump's Criticism With Big Statement
After President Trump criticized Saints quarterback Drew Brees for apologizing for his comments about the American flag, Brees responded to Trump with a statement of his own.
President Donald Trump Criticizes Drew Brees for Apology
Drew Brees has been catching heat all the way around this week. First for his comments on Yahoo Finance then the apology and now President Trump chimed in.
Lafayette March for Police Accountability and Black Lives June 14
The march will travel from Heymann Memorial Park to the Pavillion at the east end of Girard Park, where a rally will be held.
Guillory: $5,000 In Rental Fees Waived For Heymann Center Recital
Guillory says there are 21 events planned in the coming weeks.
Louisiana Free Fishing Weekend is June 13 & 14
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries invites you to try your luck at any of our state's beautiful public waters
Games of Acadiana Celebrating 20 Years [VIDEO]
The annual event will be held from August 1 - 20, with a virtual scavenger hunt and a chance of winning $10,000
PFLAG Celebrates Diversity by Painting the LAFA ETTE Sign
The sign will remain painted with the Gay Pride colors until July when, typically, it is repainted with the red, white, and blue of Old Glory.
NPR: "Mounting Evidence" That COVID Is Less Deadly Than Thought
This NPR report says "Mounting evidence suggests the coronavirus is more common and less deadly than it first appeared."
LDH: June 5thLouisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Friday, June 5th.
Barksdale Air Force Base Lowers Their COVID Protection Levels
Officials have posted that Barksdale Air Force Base will be downgrading their COVID-19 related restrictions.
Delcambre Shrimp Festival 2020 Cancelled
In a statement posted to the official Delcambre Shrimp Festival Facebook page, organizers have announced the decision to cancel this year's events.
New Tool for Low Income Americans Needing Stimulus Check
This new tool was created for Americans whose income falls under $24,400 for married couples and $12,200 for individuals or are homeless.