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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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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 · 1d
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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 · 1d
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Louisiana's First AppleHop Combo Opens In Just a Few Days

The best of breakfast and late night combined with eating good in the neighborhood all under one roof

Alexandria, LA · 3d

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Thieves steal AC units from a historic Alexandria church

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Someone stole two air conditioning units from a historic Alexandria church, and the deacon said replacing them could cost about $20,000. First St. Mark Baptist Church, at Reed Street and North 17th Street, has stood since 1903. Deacon Grady Blackwell Jr. said his brother alerted him...

Alexandria, LA · 3d

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Two Small Planes Fly Over Mamou's Veterans Day Parade On Sixth Street

Mamou did it again. Marching bands, floats, veterans, and a flyover of two small planes over Sixth Street on Veterans Day, with a ceremony at the local VFW Hall after.

Mamou, LA · 1d

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Schlotzsky’s Deli in Alexandria closes permanently

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

Alexandria, LA · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 11h

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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 · 2d

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Gov. Landry: Louisiana to give more than 18,000 computers, tablets to local organizations with Étouffée program

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Gov. Landry, alongside Apple executives, announced in Alexandria on Tuesday another program under Louisiana’s statewide broadband buildout. The program expands the state’s GUMBO program. Louisiana will give out more than 18,000 free laptops, computers, and tablets to local organizations. The project, nicknamed ETOUFEE, is...

Louisiana · 3d

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‘A Home for the Homeless’ charity fundraiser

The Central Louisiana Homeless Coalition recently hosted their third annual, “A Home for the Homeless,” charity fundraiser in downtown Alex.

Alexandria, LA · 1d

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Fort Polk hosts 49th Annual Retiree Appreciation Day

The 49th annual Retiree Appreciation Day was held Nov. 7 at Fort Polk, bringing together military retirees for a day of recognition, resources and community engagement. The event began at the In and Out Processing Center, where Brig. Gen. Matthew J. Hardman, commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, served as guest speaker.

Fort Polk, LA · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 1d