Davy.......
There are crappie being caught here in NE Louisiana, mostly from the lakes rather than the rivers. They are being caught on both jigs and minnows generally in 10 to 12 ft. of water. In fact, a fishing buddy just caught a crappie that could have been the new state record, had he not filleted and ate it. He is not feeling real good right now. Go click on the brag board and see "Caroline and Dad's Slab" and click on the "photo"link to see the fish. Not many reports coming in right now, but a few that I know are catching some but no big numbers. Maybe one of the members from around your area will see your post and give you a closer report......NE Louisiana won't be much of a help where you live. If there is a lake within reasonable distance it might be a good place to start.
Best of luck.....
Louisiana Bill