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A state panel has narrowed the list of possible locations for a new bridge over the Mississippi River in Baton Rouge down to ten spots, hoping to appeal to state lawmakers as they consider Gov. John Bel Edwards’ proposal to put a $500 million “down payment” on the project.
BATON ROUGE - Traffic headaches won't go away until a new Mississippi River bridge is built. But, like I-10 during even a minor accident, those plans are at a standstill.
BATON ROUGE - Traffic headaches won't go away until a new Mississippi River bridge is built. But, like I-10 during even a minor accident, those plans are at a standstill.
UPDATE: After the meeting Monday, legislators narrowed the bridge location down to 10 potential spots:
PORT ALLEN - Two parish presidents are working to keep $500 million in Gov. John Bel Edwards's proposed budget to kick off construction on a new Mississippi River bridge.