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Council Demolishes Abandoned School | Lake Charles News
Jennings City Council finally moves to demolish the long-abandoned James Ward Elementary School — a crumbling eyesore since 2005 that’s become a safety nightmare with mold, broken windows, and trash. After years of delays and owner claims of redevelopment talks, council members are fed up, citing worsening conditions and neighborhood frustration. The vote also clears four other neglected properties, as residents demand action against blight that’s eroding safety and property values. With legal hurdles and tight budgets, the city’s balancing act is tough — but demolition, even at $5K–$8K per…
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