coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Cleco shares tips to help households manage energy usage during pandemic

PINEVILLE – Cleco offers energy-saving tips to help customers manage their usage as more people are home for extended periods of time in compliance with the governor’s statewide “stay-at-home” order to help stop the spread of COVID-19, the coronavirus.

Easter message is the same, the method of meeting changes

As the Rev. Chris Frye, pastor New Hope Fellowship, said about Easter this year, “It will be one for the records. Unlike any other, I’m sure.

Brewer produces hand sanitizer

Since food and beverage companies are considered essential, Bayou Teche Brewing in Arnaudville is allowed to stay open during the COVID-19 pandemic, although sales are down by more than 50%.

Driver’s license renewal now available through LA Wallet

During the COVID-19 Motor Vehicle office closures, Envoc, the developers of LA Wallet, are allowing the download of the app free of charge to Louisiana residents. The app is available on Apple and Android devices by searching LA Wallet.

Governor encourages small business to seek assistance

Gov. John Bel Edwards is encouraging small business owners across the state to immediately apply for assistance with payroll, rent and other operational expenses through the federal Paycheck Protection Program, if they have not already done so.

State’s energy economy is in dire straits

The double whammy of the COVID-19 pandemic and an oil glut brought on by a Russian-Saudis price war is putting the U.S. energy sector in dire straits.

Eunice city meeting cancellled

Mayor Scott Fontenot has cancelled the monthly Eunice council meeting, which would be held on April 14 citing the emergency situation due to the coronavirus COVID-19.

Cattle producers face price declines amid coronavirus pandemic

Cattle producers are facing significant price declines because of the coronavirus pandemic. LSU AgCenter economist Kurt Guidry said prices have fallen about 7% in two months for fed cattle, or animals that are ready for slaughter.

LSU chemists help prepare batches of hand rub sanitizer

When the LSU Department of Chemistry received a call a few weeks ago from someone looking for experts to help prepare hand rub sanitizer, LSU chemistry Ph.D. student Anthony Mai agreed to help.

Acadia School Board meeting to be rescheduled

The April meeting of the Acadia Parish School Board, scheduled for Monday has been postponed. Superintendent Scott Richard said that the board will announce a rescheduled date later this month.