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Louisiana Christian University in Pineville begins search for new president
Louisiana Christian University has announced its search for the 10th president of the nearly 120-year-old institution, according to a press release issued by the Pineville university. “As we begin this process, the committee and I covet your prayers and we need and ask for your input in the process,” said...
APD investigating shooting on Stracener Street
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - The Alexandria Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened Sunday night (June 2) around 9:15 p.m. in the 800 block of Stracener Street. APD said the victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Details are limited at this time. Police are still investigating...
Marksville boys basketball Head Coach, Alex Perkins leaving after historic season
MARKSVILLE, La. (KALB) - It was announced on Friday, June 6, that Alex Perkins, Marksville boys’ basketball head coach, is leaving the school for undisclosed reasons. This news arrives after the Marksville basketball team won the school’s first-ever state championship against Red River back in March. This move...
Teen known as ‘God’s Influencer’ to become first millennial saint after dying at 15
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB/Gray News) - Carlo Acutis, dubbed ‘God’s Influencer,’ is being recognized by the Catholic Church as the first millennial saint years after his passing. Father Taylor Reynolds with the Diocese of Alexandria studied the life of Acutis. Reynolds said Actuis was born in 1991 and...
Rapides School Board rejects attempt to bring spanking back, upholds current policy
A divided Rapides Parish School Board rejected an attempt Tuesday to bring corporal punishment back to the district's schools next year. During the regular Rapides Parish School Board meeting, a substitute motion that would have brought corporal punishment — spanking — back to schools failed after a 5-4 vote.
Storms devastate Lecompte woman’s home on her birthday
LECOMPTE, La. (KALB) - Donna Younger’s home was destroyed by the severe weather that came through on Thursday, May 30, but she remains grateful for the support of her family and the gift of her own safety. During the severe weather, a tree crashed through Younger’s mobile home.
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