April 2020

Masks, separated slots, more cleaning once casinos reopen

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — The coronavirus could be a literal game changer once America’s casinos reopen.

Optimist Club announces scholarship winners

Optimist International held the Louisiana District Oratorical Finals recently to select the winners of this year’s scholarships. Two Jeff Davis Parish students were recognized in the contest.

Elton businesses to remain closed through May 15

ELTON - The Town of Elton will continue adhering to the stay-at-home order through May 15.

A FAMILY AFFAIR

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HATHAWAY - A 17-year-old is illustrating her second children’s book, but this time she has invited her grandmother to join the project as author.

Mayor: City still planning to reopen May 1

The city is still planning on moving forward with reopening non-essential businesses May 1.

Ohio’s mail-in primary tests voting during virus outbreak

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The first major test of an almost completely vote-by-mail election during a pandemic is unfolding Tuesday in Ohio, offering lessons to other states about how to conduct one of the most basic acts of democracy amid a health crisis.

MLB teams adjusting as pandemic affects draft preparation

(AP) - The Detroit Tigers can feel certain about one thing: They have the No. 1 pick in the draft.

Companies seek to limit legal liability for virus infections

(AP) - As companies start planning their reopenings, business groups are pushing Congress to limit liability from potential lawsuits filed by workers and customers infected by the coronavirus.

Wall Street gives up early gain, oil prices swing wildly

(AP) - Major U.S. stock indexes gave up solid gains on Wall Street Tuesday in another day of sharp reversals for the market.

Coronavirus vaccine could be fast-tracked

Dear Doctor: I just read that a coronavirus vaccine won’t be ready until at least next year. How do vaccines work? And why do they take so long to make?

Dear Reader: When measured against the catastrophe of the current pandemic, the estimate of 12 to 18 months to develop and launch a coronavirus vaccine seems like an eternity. But, believe it or not, the proposed timetable is actually extremely fast.