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Boulet wants a more affordable, walkable Lafayette – The Current

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thecurrentla.com – Camden Doherty – 2025-03-25 16:57:00

SUMMARY: Mayor-President Monique Boulet recently shared her plans for Lafayette, focusing on reassessing zoning norms and promoting walkability. She highlighted the Bertrand Drive project, a 12-foot sidewalk connecting Cajun Field to Moncus Park, as a key step toward enhancing walkability in the city. Boulet emphasized the need to convince the community of the benefits of such projects to gain support for future funding. Zoning, particularly its impact on housing affordability, is becoming a major focus, with Boulet advocating for infill development within the city limits to address rising costs and growing suburban sprawl. She also mentioned a long-term growth plan for unincorporated areas.

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New Orleans Weather: AM fog and warm rest of the week, rain on Saturday

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March 26, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2025-03-26 05:41:51

SUMMARY: New Orleans weather today starts with fog and misty low clouds, especially near the coast, but will warm up to the 80s with sunshine. Humidity will remain mild. The weather will remain pleasant through Thursday, but by Friday evening, rain chances rise as storms move in from Texas. Saturday will bring heavy rain and storms, impacting the Irish Channel parade. Rainfall totals could reach 1.5 to 2.5 inches by the weekend. Severe weather is expected next Monday. Overall, expect a mix of sunshine, clouds, and increasing storm chances later in the week, with potential severe storms on Monday.

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Rain chances increase later Friday through Saturday.

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Bond set for teens charged in deputy's death

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March 25, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2025-03-25 17:18:00

SUMMARY: Three 17-year-olds have been charged with the murder of St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Sergeant Grant Candies, who died while trying to stop a vehicle involved in a high-speed chase. The alleged driver, Adrien Walhall, and passengers Michael Lanier and Mason Fiser face serious charges, including first-degree murder. A judge denied Walhall bail, while Lanier’s bond was set at $150,000. Legal experts suggest they may be tried as adults, potentially facing life sentences if convicted. The case has raised significant community concern, especially given the impact on law enforcement’s reputation. Funeral arrangements for Candies are pending.

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One suspect remains held without bond in deadly St. Tammany pursuit.

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Kansas Lane Garrett Road Connection Project in Monroe to be out for bid in November

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March 25, 2025

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www.youtube.com – KTVE – 2025-03-25 17:10:28

SUMMARY: The Kansas Lane Garrett Road Connection Project in Monroe, Louisiana, will soon be open for bidding in November. This $48 million project includes a bridge over I-20, five roundabouts, and significant roadway improvements connecting US 165 and Garrett Road. It has been in development for years, with construction set to begin in early 2026, pending the legal process and contractor preparations. The project is part of Louisiana’s highway priority program, which outlines future road projects. It aims to improve transportation infrastructure in Northeast Louisiana.

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