According to a study by the University of Washington, the state of Louisiana should likely not begin easing up on social distancing measures and beginning to reopen businesses until mid-to-late May.
The Red River Waterway Commission has re-opened several other public boat launches. These include the ramps at Colfax recreation area in Grant Parish, Teague Parkway in Bossier City, Bishop Point (Shreveport) and one ramp at the south end of the Stoner Avenue recreation area...
Superintendent William Britt has confirmed that the electricity problem at Gibsland-Coleman has been resolved, as has all water issues at Ringgold Elementary and Ringgold High School (Grades 6 - 12).