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Editor's Note: This is Part 3 of WBR Independent's ongoing coverage of West Baton Rouge Parish Fire Protection District No. 1. Part 1 covered the termination and appeal. Part 2 published the full 66-page disciplinary file. Both are available at WBRIndependent.com. PORT ALLEN — The West
February 25, 2026
Social media reaction to one property sparks outside attention, but city says work has been ongoing for years PORT ALLEN — A viral moment from a recent council meeting drew outside attention to a blighted property at 626 Gladiolus Street, but Mayor Terecita Pattan told the Public Safety Committee on February
February 11, 2026
Council weighs granting mayor emergency contract authority while land negotiations advance on Allendale property PORT ALLEN — The city's sewer treatment system is running on just two of five needed blowers, City Engineer Tony Arikol told the Public Works Committee on February 5, calling the situation critical as the
February 10, 2026
By John Summers | WBR Independent Published: February 9, 2026 BRUSLY — The Brusly Town Council's Feb. 2 committee meeting laid bare a growing dispute with a defaulted sewer lagoon contractor, revealed that road overlay bids have exceeded state thresholds, and previewed a residential variance request headed for formal action
February 09, 2026
Council fills long-vacant administrative post, overhauls employee pay, and addresses audit improvements PORT ALLEN – Editor's note: WBR Independent continues to follow the situation at 626 Gladiolus Street. We are working to bring all sides of the story together for a follow-up to our earlier coverage. This article covers
February 04, 2026
Some claims verified, others lack documentation or full picture Parish President Jason Manola delivered his State of the Parish address last month, highlighting what he called historic progress on fire protection, infrastructure, and grant funding during his administration. A WBR Independent review of audited financial statements and budget hearing transcripts
February 03, 2026
The Addis Town Council unanimously approved a request from First Baptist Church of Addis to subdivide approximately 34 acres of agricultural property along Highway 1 South, clearing the way for the church to sell a 13-acre portion to an adjacent landowner. The January 13 vote followed a 5-1 recommendation from
January 27, 2026
New site superintendent promises completion in two months; council considers 30-day extension vs. liquidated damages BRUSLY — The town's troubled sewer lagoon project is now operating without a valid contract after Spinks Construction missed its December 31 deadline, leaving the council to decide tonight whether to grant another time
January 12, 2026
December 3 committee meetings and December 10 regular meeting recap PORT ALLEN — The Port Allen City Council certified election results, introduced salary increases for elected officials, and approved several community projects during its December meetings. Here's what happened: Police Department Tax Renewal Certified The council formally certified the
January 06, 2026