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Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Scheduled for May 11
ALEXANDRIA, La. - The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its annual national food drive on Saturday, May 11. NALC’s food drive, which was first held in 1983, helps feed millions of Americans. The Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive, the country’s largest one-day food drive, provides residents...
Buhlow Lake boat launch closed for Dragon Boat Races
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB) - The Buhlow Lake boat launch in Pineville is now closed through Saturday as teams practice and prepare this week for the upcoming Dragon Boat Races. The races will be held on Saturday, May 4, with opening ceremonies starting at 8:30 a.m. Spectators can park under the Hwy 165 overpass and walk over to the lake area. You’re encouraged to bring chairs to watch the races.
RPPJ’s Ambulance Advisory Committee holds 1st meeting
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - The Rapides Parish Police Jury’s Ambulance Advisory Committee held its first meeting on April 29. Back on October 3, 2023, the Alexandria City Council voted down an ordinance that would have allowed multiple ambulance providers to operate in the city. This decision paved the way...
Two Northwestern State music students to study with many of the world’s top flutists
The following has been provided by Northwestern State University:. Two Northwestern State music students, Lennon Cooke of Pineville and Hallie Ward of Cleveland, have received scholarships to attend the 35th Galway Summer Flute Festival in Meggen, Luzern, Switzerland, on June 13-17. Cooke is a sophomore music performance major and Ward...
Volunteers of America extends Hydration Drive
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - The Hydration Drive by Volunteers of America has been extended for another month!. They are asking for donations of water, Gatorade, Powerade, hydration packets and cooling towels to support individuals experiencing homelessness in our community. Their aim is to offer essential resources to families facing the most significant challenges.
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