Jimmie Davis Bridge

A majority of the citizens of North Louisiana who regularly travel across the Red River on the present Jimmie Davis Bridge have believed this day would never come

If you think Louisiana politics were confusing before, this one could set a new "confusion standard."

And now, we receive the latest installment of the "Let's Rebuild The Jimmie Davis Bridge" soap opera.

As bids for the replacement were opened, officials were shocked to learn that the project would cost over 50% more than expected.

We've been informed for years that the bridge needed replacement, but several issues have prevented that work from beginning.

Company wants to know if local residents would support paying a toll to get a new Jimmie Davis bridge.

I'm sad to report this to you today, but it's worth revisiting. 2 years ago I asked you to let us know which of these projects you think would happen first.

State Senator Barrow Peacock talks with about the latest news regarding the funding of both the I-49 Inner City Connector and a new, four lane Jimmie Davis Bridge.

Give it a little thought and, before you listen, ask yourself: What five (or more) big plans or ideas have been in the works, but have yet to come to fruition?

Peacock discusses the numerous repair delays on the current span and how we can compete with New Orleans and Baton Rouge for limited state transportation dollars.