Engineer presents phased solutions for four problem areas after months of analysis BRUSLY — Four months after identifying severe flooding problems on Allene Street, engineer Toby Fruge returned to the town council Monday night with detailed solutions that could reduce peak flood depths by one and a half feet. The Owen
November 19, 2025
Average residential bills increase $8.73 monthly; commercial rates more than double PORT ALLEN – Port Allen residents will see sewer bills increase by approximately $8.73 per month starting with their March billing cycle, as the city council approved rate changes Wednesday night required to secure federal grant funding. The
November 18, 2025
New evidence submission portal highlights October meeting focused on technology and crime prevention PORT ALLEN — The Port Allen Police Department rolled out a new digital evidence submission portal at the October 29th Neighborhood Watch meeting, giving residents an anonymous way to share photos and videos that could help solve crimes.
November 17, 2025
Former department seeks to honor legacy with silhouette tribute where their service began PORT ALLEN – As the Port Allen Volunteer Fire Department winds down operations, the organization wants to leave behind a lasting tribute at Centennial Park—a firefighter silhouette memorial honoring decades of service at the site where the
November 12, 2025
Bottom Line Up Front: After Open Meetings Law complaints prompted a revote, the West Baton Rouge Fire Board unanimously ratified their August decision to abolish the full-time fire chief position and extend Browning Associates LLC's part-time contract—despite public testimony alleging violations of state law, $648,000 in
November 12, 2025
Utility rate study mandated by state will likely force first sewer increase since 2008, with recommendations expected within weeks WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH — West Baton Rouge Parish utility customers should brace for significant rate increases in the coming months, as a state-mandated rate study nears completion and is expected to
November 10, 2025
PORT ALLEN – Three people were injured Thursday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 415 near Rosedale Road, according to the West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office. The crash occurred Thursday afternoon, Nov. 6, at the intersection of Highway 415 (Lobdell Highway) and Rosedale Road. All three injured people
November 06, 2025
Port Allen, LA – American Legion McKinley Bourg Post 160 held its annual awards dinner on October 28, 2025, recognizing students, veterans, and community members who exemplify service and citizenship in West Baton Rouge Parish. Boys State Students Honored The evening featured special recognition for two outstanding high school students who
November 05, 2025
PORT ALLEN, LA — Eight years after 28-year-old Fatrell Queen was found shot to death in his Burbridge Street home, his mother Tara Snearl led a community memorial Sunday — still with no arrests, and no answers. The Stop The Violence Memorial Event on November 2 at 2 PM brought together residents,
November 03, 2025
