This is what our April calendar looks like… what are you planning to do during this quarantine. … More
COVID-19: Resources + Updates
COVID-19: Updates + Resources | 10,297 Cases, 370 deaths
UPDATES | READING MATERIAL GOVERNOR ISSUES STATEWIDE “STAY AT HOME ORDER” (March 22, 2020- 2:17PM) You may go to the grocery store (these will remain open) You may go to the pharmacy (these will remain open) You may go to restaurants for pick up take out or delivery You may continue to visit family or…… More
A List of Companies Hiring In Acadiana
In a recent story from The Advocate, LEDA released a list of companies hiring in Acadiana. With the threat of COVID-19, many small businesses had to temporarily close, or change the way they are doing business due to the recent Stay at Home Order. Sadly, some employees were laid off. But there is hope,…… More
TX requiring quarantine for travelers coming from LA
If you do not absolutely have to travel to Texas, you should avoid it! Click to read why. … More
List of COVID-19 Testing Sites In Acadiana
Here’s the latest list of testing sites in Acadiana from La. Dept of Health Cajundome 444 Cajundome Blvd, Lafayette 8:30am-10:30am Pre-screening phone #: 311 or 534-TEST. Please bring picture ID and insurance card. North Lewis Elementary 604 N. Lewis St, New Iberia 9:00am-12:00pm Pre-screening patients at these two #s: 337-374-7421 and 337-374-7420. Please bring picture…… More
Criteria For COVID-19 Screening
Lafayette Consolidated Government, Lafayette General Health and Our Lady of Lourdes have released a chart to determine who should get tested for COVID-19 at Lafayette parish’s screening locations. For more information, call 311 (in Lafayette Parish) or (337) 534-TEST. In order to be screened, a potential patient should: Show symptoms including coughing and/or shortness of…… More
Drew Brees, Wife To Donate $5M To The State of Louisiana
Drew Brees continues to show support for Louisiana. In a recent Instagram post he and his wife Brittany will donate $5 Million to the State of Louisiana in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. View this post on Instagram Brittany and I are committing $5,000,000 to the State of Louisiana in 2020. The priority now is…… More
UPDATE: 2020 Tokyo Olympics Postponed Due To COVID-19
UPDATE: 3/30/2020 – The International Olympic Committee has set new dates for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, July 23- August 8, 2021, in and around Tokyo. ___________________________ The 2020 Olympics in Tokyo will be postponed due to the coronavirus and will more than likely not take place until 2021. This marks the first time in history…… More
COVID-19: Governor Issues Statewide “Stay At Home Order”
During this afternoon’s press conference(Sunday, March 22) Governor John Bel Edwards issued a statewide “Stay at Home” order, to go into effect tomorrow at 5 p.m. (Monday, March 23) and will remain through April 12th. Gov. Edwards is asking the state and its residents for maximum compliance with the order so to further fight the spread of COVID-19 in Louisiana,…… More
COVID-19: No 2020 School Standardized Testing
On March 20, the department of education announced it will waive standardized test requirements for states affected by the virus. Each state will need to apply to qualify for the exemption, but it could mean that students K-12 would not be responsible for state testing this spring. It was also announced that student loan interest…… More
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Our KSMB April “Stay-At-Home” Calendar
This is what our April calendar looks like… what are you planning to do during this quarantine. … More
Netflix Has Secret Codes That Will Help You Find So Much To Watch Right Now
Great news for all who are currently at the end of the ENTIRE Netflix library!! Not really, but it seems that way doesn’t it? Since the stay at home order, many of us are streaming movies, TV shows, documentaries, and TIGER KING. You may be using any one of the many streaming services out there,…… More
Lafayette Travel Teams Up To Launch a ‘Feed the Envie’ T-Shirt
Lafayette Travel teamed up with Coca Cola, Talk N T Shirts, and The United Way to launch a ‘Feed the Envie’ T-Shirt to support Hospitality Industry Workers in Lafayette Parish. Net proceeds from sales will be given to the United Way of Acadiana to grant out to workers employed by locally-owned restaurants or hotels in…… More
TX requiring quarantine for travelers coming from LA
If you do not absolutely have to travel to Texas, you should avoid it! Click to read why. … More
Bobby Hebert’s Father Dies After Testing Positive For COVID-19
Bobby Hebert Sr., the father of former New Orleans Saints QB Bobby Hebert, died after testing positive for COVID-19. Bobby Sr. was 81. Bobby Hebert first revealed his father’s diagnosis during an emotional interview Friday night on WWL radio. Bobby Hebert Sr., the father of former New Orleans Saints quarterback Bobby Hebert and the grandfather…… More
Cumulus Cares | COVID-19 Open for Business Directory
We know, now more than ever, that you need to get your message out. If you own a small business, work in a restaurant or know someone who needs our help….WE ARE HERE FOR YOU. Send us your information and we can help you share your story. It’s a small way we can give back…… More
Subway Restaurants Offering Take Out & Delivery Specials
Like many in our community, Team Subway takes the health and safety of our guests and team seriously. Our restaurants are independently owned and operated by small business people. Our teams continue to work hard to keep our restaurants open for takeout and delivery, and we need our community’s support. We remain committed to serving…… More
PACE Online Launched by Acadiana Center for the Arts
At home with the kids? AcA launches daily activities for grades K-2 to keep up with missed classes. LAFAYETTE—In response to the 2020 COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent school closures, Acadiana Center for the Arts is taking one of its most distinguished in-school programs and adapting it for remote learning. PACE Online is targeted at Elementary…… More
Will we have Peeps this Easter?
The makers of Peeps along with many other candy companies have decided that amidst the chaos of the COVID-19 outbreak, they would temporarily suspend production of Peeps and many other popular Easter treats. If you haven’t picked yours up you might have to add it to your list for your next order or grocery run…… More
“The Great American Takeout” Happens Today
Restaurants across the United States are teaming up to encourage support during this time. Today (Tuesday March 24th) is the ‘Great American Takeout’. What is this initiative about? It’s simple! All you need to do is order one meal as takeout or delivery. Organizers want you to post about your experience and share the…… More
Best Shows Or Movies To Binge Watch
With more downtime due to the stay at home order, and in between cleaning out your closet and homeschooling, people are binge-watching. Netflix recently tweeted a list of 12 shows to watch, but honestly…I haven’t heard of any of them. I don’t know, maybe they are trying to get some views on their least…… More
People are picking up the phone again!
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, more and more people are now making actual phone calls (you know, where you speak to another human being) instead of texting. So, grab your phone this morning and check in on someone baw. Bobby Click HERE to read more!… More
Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival Postponed
The 2020 Breaux Bridge Festival has been postponed. President Mark Bernard released a statement via Facebook. Read Below-… More
Tax Day Officially Moved to July 15
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced today (Friday 3/20) that the IRS has officially moved Tax Day to July 15th. At @realDonaldTrump’s direction, we are moving Tax Day from April 15 to July 15. All taxpayers and businesses will have this additional time to file and make payments without interest or penalties. — Steven Mnuchin (@stevenmnuchin1)…… More
Walmart Hiring 150K Associates
While many have seen a downturn in business, and others have been laid off or are out of work, Walmart could be a temporary solution. Walmart announced the addition of 150,000 more jobs they are looking to fill for the next two months as well as sizable bonuses for its hourly associates. Jobs need to…… More
