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Jobless rate sees steepest over-the-month drop since February 2006

The state’s not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to 4.3% in February compared to 5.7% in January, according to statistics released Friday by the Bureau of Labor & Statistics. This is the largest over-the-month drop in the not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate since February 2006.

Spend quality time in self-quarantine

In addition to the truly grave aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic, a first-world problem that parents all over America are facing — along with looking for a creative and non-abrasive substitute for toilet paper — is how to keep their children wholesomely occupied while schools are closed.

Suffering from magazine overload?

Since “Playboy” recently published its final print issue, and since I’m reading a biography of publishing magnate Conde Nast on my tablet, I felt it appropriate to share my misgivings about magazines.

Church Point Police arrest Eunice woman

An Opelousas man and a Eunice woman were recently arrested on drugs charges by Church Point Police.

Guard assisting with COVID 19 testing in Lafayette, Lake Charles

The Louisiana National Guard, as directed by Gov. John Bel Edwards, has activated over 660 soldiers and airmen so far, not to include full-time Guardsmen, to assist with the COVID-19 response, as of March 26.

Take safety precautions while enjoying the outdoors

Getting outdoors is a great way to alleviate stress and stay active. But as authorities urge people to do their part to limit the spread of coronavirus, it’s important to keep safety in mind while exercising and playing outside. Gov.

Posters show safe produce handling for producers, consumers

Hand-washing, social distancing and avoiding touching any part of the face are among the most prescribed recommendations across the globe for preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Rice crop starting well, planting continues

Rice planting is nearing completion in southwest Louisiana, where most of the state’s rice is grown, and it has begun in northeast Louisiana.

Uncertainty may be breaking point for abusers

During this time of uncertainty, many feel the effects of isolation in a way most cannot imagine. For some, it’s an ongoing situation of abuse. Sexual and domestic abuse is all about control.

Acadia Parish school system looking for new meal program

The Acadia Parish School System is applying for an alternative emergency meals program after halting the “grab-and-go” program earlier this week.