KLFY.com Articles: March 23, 2020

COVID-19 case confirmed at Barksdale Air Force Base LPSO: “We’re doing it to save lives.” Garber details “stay-at-home” order enforcement. Senior Stories: Ascension’s Blake Pearson adjusting to shortened senior season Brookshire Grocery Co. to provide employees six-week pay raise for efforts during COVID-19 outbreak Sanders picks Saints…with a little help from Grandma House considers voting by proxy amid virus outbreak Governor host roundtable during broadcast with health care professionals, state leaders Displaced workers fear they could end up homeless NOLA brass band performs ‘I’ll Fly Away’ for those who can’t bury loved ones during COVID-19 outbreak Local wedding dress designer making masks for Acadiana coronavirus relief UL Lafayette student tells story of struggle, adjustment to ‘new normal’ with online courses Dems: Republicans’ coronavirus relief bill bails out corporations, not workers ‘Coronavirus: Facts Not Fear’ evening update – March 23, 2020 Albertsons adds safety precautions in stores amidst coronavirus pandemic Sending a check to unemployed Americans has bipartisan support US athletes adjust to new norm amid virus concerns US Olympian Kate Nye weighs in on virus impacts RAW VIDEO: “We cannot let the cure be worse than the problem itself,” said President Trump during the Coronavirus Task Force briefing Senate struggles to agree on $2 trillion spending deal Now that the statewide ‘stay at home’ order is in effect, what’s the guidance about being outdoors? Department of Insurance issues emergency rule to address telemedicine coverage Breaux Bridge man killed in single-vehicle crash Gun sales surge as coronavirus concerns grow Lawmakers push Trump to use Defense Production Act to compel manufacturers to produce masks, ventilators UPDATED: List coronavirus mitigation curfews across Acadiana Trump says he intends to reopen country in weeks, not months Texas moves to ban most abortions due to virus outbreak Lafayette Public Library suspends drive-thru services Official: Saints agree to terms with DJ Swearinger on one-year contract Senators push for remote voting as COVID-19 infection worries rise Diocese of Lafayette issuing directives amid coronavirus outbreak, ‘stay at home’ orders New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond says he has coronavirus Guillory clarifies essential businesses, Garber says common sense will drive enforcement State Lottery offices closing Monday statewide; winners have extra 90 days to claim prizes Businesses looking to hire amid COVID-19 pandemic Losing your sense of smell or taste could mean you have coronavirus, even if you have no other symptoms Online posts falsely claim census response will lead to cash Stuller, Inc. closes due to COVID-19 BBB warns of lottery, sweepstakes and prize scams US Attorney urges public to report coronavirus scams and fraud Vermilion Parish sets curfew for juveniles and adults for rural areas Connecticut company working around the clock to make ventilators for coronavirus patients Important COVID-19 information Uber drivers take extra steps to disinfect vehicles, but face uncertainty amid pandemic Meet Your Neighbor: Money Monday Over 1.5 billion people around the globe asked to stay home to slow spread of virus St. Joseph Diner turned into a second shelter for the homeless during COVID-19 Report: 2020 Tokyo Olympics to be postponed due to the coronavirus St. Martin Parish deputies searching for identity of burglary suspect Abbeville Police shift operations to limit exposure to virus Acadia Parish defends decision to suspend school lunch program as state asks districts to keep them Breaux Bridge closes city offices to the public Coroner’s office confirms two deaths relating to the coronavirus in East Baton Rouge Parish APSO collecting unused medical supplies to be donated to local hospitals and nursing homes Louisiana ranked worst state at promoting social distancing Senate fails to move forward with coronavirus stimulus bill LCG to hold 3 p.m. press conference to address stay-at-home order Dollar General looking to hire 50,000 employees before end of April Louisiana opens Child Care Assistance Program to critical personnel amid COVID-19 outbreak Lowe’s donates $10 million to help medical professionals get much-needed protective gear Cox to make contact-less appointments, walk customers through installs via phone Scott PD implementing operation changes, ‘limiting one-on-one contact’ Cajundome COVID-19 screening FAQ Over 1.5 billion globally asked to stay home to escape virus American Red Cross seeks public’s help for blood donations At least 7 Louisiana nursing homes now dealing with virus Louisiana Gaming Commission shuts down casinos statewide due to coronavirus Central church hosts more than 1,800 people amid covid-19 outbreak Louisiana DOTD Secretary talks about his coronavirus diagnosis, recovery and his message to adhere to guidelines “This week, it’s going to get bad,” U.S. surgeon general warns Coronavirus Coverage: Coronavirus cases top 341,000 globally Tokyo Olympics seem sure to happen — but in 2021, not 2020 CVS to provide bonuses, add benefits, hire 50K in response to COVID-19 Planet Fitness freezes memberships during virus closures, will not charge members How long does coronavirus live on certain surfaces? Local disaster relief agencies step-up response to the Coronavirus Outbreak US hospital ship heading to Los Angeles to help with COVID-19 outbreak Local Music Spotlight: Julian Primeaux News 10 Morning Rush Headlines: March 23, 2020 Hunt for medical gear to fight virus becomes all-consuming Turning “Hot” this Work Week with Mostly Quiet Weather Tokyo Olympics seem sure to happen — but in 2021, not 2020