SUMMARY: The Lafayette Parish School System informed parents about potential threats linked to social media posts, which were found to originate from out of state and posed no actual risk to local schools. LPSS, working with local law enforcement, emphasized the safety measures in place, including metal detectors and school resource officers, to ensure a secure learning environment. Tracy Warts, representing LPSS, urged parents to discuss the serious implications of making social media threats with their children, reaffirming the district’s commitment to maintaining a safe space for students and peace of mind for parents.

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SUMMARY: Confidence is growing that a developing weather system is primarily a Florida concern rather than affecting the central Gulf Coast. Currently, it’s an unorganized area of showers and storms, expected to evolve into a depression, storm, and potentially a hurricane as it enters the Gulf by late Tuesday to Wednesday morning. Satellite imagery shows the system’s progress, with Hurricane Hunters scheduled to investigate its development. The storm is forecasted to move northwest, then turn north as an upper-level trough weakens the prevailing ridge of high pressure, causing it to accelerate as it approaches Florida.

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SUMMARY: The Louisiana House Transportation Committee approved the Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) method for two key projects: renovations to the Shrine on Airline stadium in Metairie and upgrades to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office training facility. During the meeting, the Department of Transportation and Development reported on transportation projects funded with over $48 million from Louisiana’s $285 million budget for fiscal year 2025. Additionally, updates were provided on the Interstate 49 connector project aimed at enhancing hurricane evacuation and infrastructure safety. Dr. Timothy J. Magner urged legislators to expedite funding for the project’s completion.

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