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Former Monroe superintendent received thousands in unapproved allowances | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Jacob Mathews | The Center Square – 2024-09-23 11:09:00

SUMMARY: The Monroe School Board discovered a misappropriation of taxpayer funds involving former superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine, who submitted falsified documentation for retirement service credits, leading to an extra $20,000 in his contract and unapproved retirement allowances exceeding $141,000 from June 2014 to October 2023. The board has since recovered the misappropriated funds. Additionally, auditors identified mismanagement of student activity funds at four schools, negative balances at ten schools, and a lack of internal controls that resulted in $88,000 in questioned costs across three federal programs. The school’s financial statements were also filed late with the Legislative Auditor’s Office.

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French Quarter mass shooting suspects on the run considered 'armed and dangerous'

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www.youtube.com – WDSU News – 2024-11-22 12:18:19

SUMMARY: Orleans Parish DA Jason Williams condemns the search for two suspects following a deadly quadruple shooting in the French Quarter, where a 27-year-old woman was killed, and three others injured. Investigators describe the incident as a targeted attack, leading to one arrest, Nicholas Miron Morial, who was wearing an ankle monitor. Authorities are seeking Darryl Adams and Daniel Morial for second-degree murder. Williams warns against harboring suspects and emphasizes new technology in criminal investigations. He labels the perpetrators of recent mass shootings in the area as terrorists while calling for tougher prosecution of offenders.

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Fox 14 Your Morning News: Glicked Movie Weekend

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www.youtube.com – KTVE – 2024-11-22 09:18:11

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This weekend, both Wicked and Gladiator 2 hit theaters, drawing comparisons to last year’s Barbenheimer phenomenon. Wicked, directed by John M. Chu and starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, adapts the beloved musical about the friendship between Elphaba and Glinda, projected to earn $100 million in its debut. Meanwhile, Gladiator 2, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington, returns 24 years after the original film, following Lucius as he tries to restore Rome. Both films, over two and a half hours long, are anticipated contenders for awards season.

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Friday Finds: Great parks to get kids outdoors

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-11-22 08:26:24

SUMMARY: Samantha Ruiz, a local digital creator focused on family fun, recommends several outdoor playgrounds in San Antonio as the weather cools down. Notable mentions include the playground at Atlanta Library, which features shade from mature trees and a toddler area. The fenced playground at Raymond Rimus Park has a full canopy, and Orsinger Park offers a spacious environment with safe rubber flooring. Additionally, a new inclusive playground, Mitchell’s Landing, will open in Stone Oak on November 30. Samantha emphasizes the importance of outdoor activities for kids as the season changes. More information can be found on her Instagram.

The weather is great for getting the kids outdoors, so Bexar County mom Samantha Ruiz set out to find some kid-friendly parks to visit. 

Here are her suggestions: Orsinger Park on Huebner Road has a trail for kids to walk on. Raymond Rimkus Park and the Landa Library playground are also nearby.

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