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Watch Ian Beck’s final farewell to KALB and Cenla

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - November 13 served as the final day for Meteorologist Ian Beck here at KALB. We appreciate all the hard work he has done for the Central Louisiana community!. Here’s Ian final farewell message to Cenla:. “I have some bittersweet news to share with y’all. This...

Alexandria, LA · 1d

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Paradise Elementary becomes Rapides Parish's first Purple Star school

Paradise Elementary School on Monday became the first school in Rapides Parish to be designated as a Purple Star School, which denotes it as one that eases the transition for military-connected students. Moving around isn't unusual for military families, but that can be tough for children as they make new friends and then have to leave every few years. At a Purple Star school, there's a staff member designated as a military liaison who oversees a student-led transition program for new students, keeps an online resource bank for families and trains other staff at the school on what military kids need, according to a news release from the Rapides Parish School Board. Paradise was presented with its award during a Veterans Day ceremony on Monday by Louisiana Secretary of Veterans Affairs Charlton Meginley, a retired U.S. Air Force colonel. Students honored local veterans and military families during the event. "Schools and employment are the issues that military families face when they have to move to a new location. Those families want to know that the schools show support and understand what they’re experiencing," said Meginley. The Ball school, which isn't far from Camp Beauregard, received a certificate and a digital

Rapides Parish, LA · 3d

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CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital Performs First Aquablation Therapy Procedure in Central Louisiana

Alexandria, La.- November 11, 2026 – CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital (CCLSH) has introduced Aquablation therapy, bringing a new treatment option for men with an enlarged prostate closer to home. The hospital performed its first Aquablation procedure today, becoming the first in central Louisiana to offer the technology. Aquablation...

Alexandria, LA · 2d

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Innovative test catches Coach O's sepsis in time

Coach Ed Orgeron has recovered from sepsis after early detection by an innovative diagnostic test at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. (Courtesy of FMOL Health)

Alexandria, LA · 2d

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Schlotzsky’s Deli in Alexandria closes permanently

We apologize for the inconvenience. This business is officially closed!

Alexandria, LA · 3d

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Alexandria Residents Receive Notices Warning of Potential Lead Exposure in Drinking Water

ALEXANDRIA, La. (UrbanCast: 11/12/2026) — Alexandria residents are receiving notices from the city’s utility system warning of potential lead exposure because the materials used in their water service lines remain unidentified. Several residents contacted UrbanCast after receiving the letters. A nearby resident also reported receiving one, and UrbanCast...

Alexandria, LA · 2d

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Allen Parish Fair continues through Saturday in Oberlin

OBERLIN, La. (KPLC) — The Allen Parish Fair is underway at the Allen Parish Fairgrounds on Tiger Lane in Oberlin, with rides, food, games and live entertainment through Saturday, Nov. 14. This year’s fair celebrates the nation’s 250th anniversary. Admission is free, parking costs $5 and ride bracelets are...

Oberlin, LA · 2d

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HVAC class donates & installs AC unit for area church after string of thefts

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Someone stole a third air conditioning unit from First St. Mark Baptist Church in Alexandria on Wednesday, less than 24 hours after KALB reported that two other units had been stolen. But after seeing that report, an HVAC instructor at Central Louisiana Technical Community College and...

Alexandria, LA · 3d

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Panthers dominate in Catskin, 50–8

Bunkie captures sixth straight win in historic rivalry. Seventy-five Catskin games, generations of memories and another year of bragging rights for the Bunkie Panthers. Bunkie made sure the Catskin Trophy would remain in Panther territory Friday night, Nov. 6, defeating longtime rival Marksville 50-8 in the 75th annual meeting between the two schools.

Bunkie, LA · 1d

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Antiques Auction in Alexandria by Bonnette Auction Company

ALEXANDRIA, La. (press release) – Bonnette Auction Company will hold its Antiques & Fine Furnishings Auction on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at its gallery at 3804 McKeithen Dr. in Alexandria. The auction will offer more than 280 lots of bronze sculpture, fine gemstone jewelry, 19th-century European furniture, mid-century modern...

Alexandria, LA · 1d

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Pipe bursts at Scott M. Brame Middle School, school canceled for some students

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Scott M. Brame Middle School announced that a water line was hit and broken during construction work on Thursday. After the water line was fixed and water turned back on, a pipe burst in a restroom at the school due to water pressure. Brame said some...

Alexandria, LA · 2d

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Derrick Johnson & Associates Continues Thanksgiving Tradition, Announces Giveaways in Colfax and Winnfield

OBERLIN, La. (UrbanCast: 11/12/2026) — For Derrick Johnson, giving back is more than a holiday tradition. It is a commitment he has maintained for years, helping families across Central Louisiana when a little extra support can make a meaningful difference. On Sunday, November 8, Derrick Johnson & Associates partnered...

Winnfield, LA · 2d

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Avoyelles church events: Anniversary celebration, Friendsgiving and a youth faith conference

Area churches and youth organizers have announced opportunities for worship, fellowship and faith formation. Progressive Baptist Church's 108th anniversary: Nov. 15. Progressive Baptist Church invites the public to celebrate its 108th anniversary Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Frankie Ford of Magnolia Baptist Church in Evergreen. His congregation will join him for the celebration.

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 2d