with Bob WarrenState and national health officials have been pretty steady in their recent messages, preaching a mantra of social distancing, wearing masks and getting a vaccine shot – no matter the brand. But the Archdiocese of New Orleans has urged local Roman Catholics to avoid the recently-approved Johnson & Johnson vaccine, telling them it’s “morally compromised,” Jessica Williams reports. The bishop of Baton Rouge put out this message. Also, on the vax front, Louisiana has marked a nice milestone - 1 million shots. And contributing writer Kim Chatelain asks: should you feel guilty if you're in that number? Meanwhile, yesterday was the deadline for people to file clergy sex abuse cases against the Archdiocese of New Orleans in its bankruptcy case. The Saints are at quarterback crossroads. Well, maybe. Guess it depends on what Drew Brees ultimately decides. In any event, Saints beat writer Luke Johnson has a deeper look at the Saints’ QBs as the start of free agency nears. Lot of moving parts here. Business boom on the Mississippi Gulf Coast? You'd certainly think so after reading this piece from the Sun Herald - $2 billion in casinos, restaurants and boardwalks on the horizon. Finally, are you a Dr. Seuss fan? Today's his 120th birthday (he died in 1991), and the business that preserves and protects his legacy marks the occasion by noting there are six of his books that will no longer be published. Here's why. All this and much more in today’s Lunch Line. Thanks for taking a break with us. Also, if you like what you see, please consider becoming a NOLA.com subscriber. You won't be disappointed. Here's a great offer. BW |