On the Record with St. George

In this episode of  On the Record with St. George , Mayor Dustin Yates sits down with Senator Rick Edmonds to discuss the beginnings of St. George, the city’s growth, and ideas for its future. Edmonds also shares his pride in serving the area and his commitment to helping the community move forward.

What role do arts and culture play in building a community? On this episode of On the Record with St. George, Mayor Dustin Yates is joined by Councilwoman Patty Cook and Jonathan Grimes, President and CEO of the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, to discuss how music, creativity and shared experiences bring people together. They also preview Sundays in St. George, a free, family-friendly concert...

Mayor Dustin Yates sits down with Engineering Director Stephanie Phillips to discuss roadway improvements, drainage projects, infrastructure planning, and the City’s approach to building a stronger St. George. Tune in to learn more about the engineering projects underway across the City, how infrastructure needs are identified and prioritized, and what’s ahead for St. George.

Mayor Pro Tem and District 5 Councilman Andrew Murrell sits down with Public Safety Coordinator Tucker Sharer to discuss the City’s On-Scene Services program and its approach to homelessness and traffic safety. Tune in to learn how St. George is using partnerships, data, and innovative programs to strengthen public safety across the City.

In this episode of On the Record with St. George, Code Enforcement Director Mario Lewis joins us to discuss the department’s role in protecting public safety, property values and quality of life throughout the City. Mario explains how code enforcement works and shares how his team works with residents, property owners and other City departments to help build safer, cleaner and stronger neighborhoo...

In Episode 6 of  On the Record With St. George , Mayor Dustin Yates sits down with Public Works Director Landon Tims to discuss the department’s work, ongoing infrastructure projects, and plans to support the city’s continued growth.

How does St. George grow while protecting the character of its neighborhoods? In this episode of  On the Record , we explore how planning and zoning guide responsible development, encourage public input and help shape a city where families want to live and businesses want to invest. Residents are encouraged to participate in the City’s upcoming Comprehensive Plan meeting on July 22 and help shape...

Mayor Dustin Yates and State Representative Emily Chenevert join Travis Thornton to discuss how decisions made at the State Capitol impact life in St. George. From the 2026 Legislative Session to infrastructure, economic development, public safety, and the city's future, this episode explores the partnerships shaping our community.

In Episode 3 of  On the Record with St. George , Travis Thornton and Mayor Dustin Yates have a conversation about economic development and what responsible growth means for the city's future. The discussion explores how infrastructure, planning, zoning, and business investment all work together to support long-term success. They also address common misconceptions about development, discuss what lo...

Episode 2 of  On the Record with St. George  features a conversation with St. George Police Chief Todd Morris on public safety, emergency response, crime prevention, and the work happening behind the scenes to keep the community safe as the city continues to grow.

In the debut episode of  On the Record with St. George , host Travis Thornton sits down with Mayor Dustin Yates to discuss the origins of the St. George movement, the challenges of building a new city, and the future vision for the community. The conversation also dives into the ongoing independent school district effort, current city priorities, and what residents can expect in the months ahead.