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Alexandria Louisiana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Alexandria Louisiana News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Alexandria and Central Louisiana. From local government and business developments to healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, community events, and everything happening across Rapides Parish, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Central Louisiana's most important…
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Willow the Therapy Dog at School | Alexandria Louisiana News
Meet Willow, the new certified therapy dog at Alexandria Country Day School, a miniature goldendoodle whose fluffy presence is turning heads and hearts. She’s…
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Le Tour de Bayou: 15 Years Strong | Alexandria Louisiana News
Le Tour de Bayou is back for its 15th year at the Kent House — a massive fundraiser and community event kicking off with a Blessing of the Bikes at 6:45 AM…
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Levee Road Deal Keeps Access Alive | Alexandria Louisiana News
A Louisiana road vital for hunting and fishing faces closure by the flood protection agency — until local police jurors stepped in with a bold compromise. They…
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Final Fall Fest Before Spring Shift | Alexandria Louisiana News
Last Fall Fest is here — and it’s the final one! Join over 50 vendors, 8 food trucks, and a live band at Cotile Lake Campgrounds on Sept. 19 from 9 AM to 4 PM…
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Two Arrested in Evangeline ATV Thefts | Alexandria Louisiana News
Farmers in Evangeline Parish are reeling after a string of ATV and vehicle thefts during crucial harvest season, with two suspects—20-year-old Donnavon Gallow…
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Illegal Gun, Accidental Shot, Federal Charges | Alexandria Louisiana News
A federal grand jury indicted Fernando Mejia, an undocumented immigrant from Mexico, on gun charges after his 3-year-old child accidentally fired a .40-caliber…
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Wanted Woman Turns Herself In | Alexandria Louisiana News
A 25-year-old woman, Jada Williams, turned herself in after being wanted for attempted murder and illegal weapon use—following a coordinated law enforcement…
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Wildfire Contained in Vernon Parish | Alexandria Louisiana News
A wildfire erupted overnight near Simpson in Vernon Parish, Louisiana, burning 150 to 200 acres. Quick action by Louisiana’s wildland firefighters — armed with…
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Dogs Bring Joy to Nursing Homes | Alexandria Louisiana News
Grant Parish Animal Control is turning heads with a heartwarming new initiative: bringing shelter dog Roxy to Legacy Nursing Home as part of “Ageless…
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Beaver Lake Site Gets New Buyer | Alexandria Louisiana News
Once doomed for a $2B biofuels plant, Beaver Lake’s 1,263-acre site is getting a second chance — with a Baton Rouge lawyer now holding an exclusive option to…
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Coach Vee's Legacy Lives On | Alexandria Louisiana News
In a heartbreaking turn, Calvary Baptist School’s football team mourns the sudden loss of beloved defensive backs coach Virgil “Coach Vee” Williams, who died…
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Plant Now for a Winter-Ready Garden | Alexandria Louisiana News
Fall’s here—don’t wait to prep your garden! With lingering heat, now’s the perfect window to plant shrubs and bushes before November. Evergreens like azaleas…
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Two Ex-Law Enforcers Sentenced for Immigration Fraud | Alexandria Louisiana News
Two former top law enforcement officials in Oakdale, Chad Doyle and Michael Slaney, are heading to prison after being sentenced to five years each for…
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Three Dogs Rescued After Cruelty Case | Alexandria Louisiana News
Three neglected dogs rescued after a viral video exposed horrific animal cruelty in Louisiana, leading to arrests and a community rallying behind their…
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Teen Charged with Aggravated Arson in Louisiana | Alexandria Louisiana News
Teen Charged with Aggravated Arson in Louisiana | Alexandria Louisiana News
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Sanity Hearing Could Delay Trial | Alexandria Louisiana News
A woman accused of fatally running over former sheriff William Earl Hilton is now facing a critical sanity evaluation that could halt her trial. Charged with…
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Starfish Ministries Builds Healing Homes | Alexandria Louisiana News
Starfish Ministries in central Louisiana is transforming foster care with “Healing Homes of CENLA,” launching the region’s first stabilization group homes to…
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Two Felons Wanted in Domestic Abuse Cases | Alexandria Louisiana News
Two dangerous felons wanted for domestic abuse, strangulation, and violating protective orders are on the run — Michael Monty Craig-Olano near Highway 28 East…
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Pineville High’s Big Summer Upgrade | Alexandria Louisiana News
Pineville High just unveiled a brand-new turf football field and parking lot—thanks to a community bond vote—and Principal Neal says it’s all about safety…
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Vernon Lake’s Deep Clean for Better Fishing | Alexandria Louisiana News
Vernon Lake’s water level is slowly dropping—eight feet total, inch by inch—to give fish a boost and clear out choking vegetation. This seven-year cycle is a…
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Levee Closure Forces Vick Road Detour | Alexandria Louisiana News
Diversion Canal Levee Road is shutting down to public access starting April 1, 2027, as the Texas Basin Levee District prioritizes flood protection. Residents…
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Manna House Feeds Community in Hot Summer | Alexandria Louisiana News
When the heat hits Central Louisiana, The Manna House doubles down—serving more meals than ever to locals and travelers alike, ensuring no one goes hungry. At…
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Business Robbed on Skye Street | Alexandria Louisiana News
Business Robbed on Skye Street | Alexandria Louisiana News
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Allen Parish Bridge Closure Alert | Alexandria Louisiana News
Drivers in Allen Parish, Louisiana, brace for a major headache: Highway 26 west of Oberlin is shut down for nearly a year, starting Sept 21 and ending Aug…
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Car Smashes Through Fence Near Kids | Alexandria Louisiana News
A car tore through a Fort Worth family’s backyard fence—missing kids by inches—sending the passenger to the hospital. While the driver got a reckless driving…
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Caffeine Limits for Kids and Teens | Alexandria Louisiana News
Kids 12 and under should avoid caffeine entirely, while teens shouldn’t exceed 100mg a day—yet many popular drinks like energy sodas, fruity refreshers, and…
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Inmate Escapes Custody in High-Speed Chase | Alexandria Louisiana News
A 24-year-old inmate, Tre’veon Jackson, escaped custody Monday night near Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport, sparking a high-speed carjacking chase that hit 100+…
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Julius Layfield Hit-and-Run Case | Alexandria Louisiana News
Julius Layfield, facing two hit-and-run charges that allegedly killed student Collin Lacaze, is now locked up with a $1 million bond after prosecutors painted…
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OMV Shutdown for Drive360 Upgrade | Alexandria Louisiana News
Louisiana’s DMV is shutting down all customer service centers on September 15th—not for a holiday, but to switch to their new Drive360 system, a major overhaul…
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Former Chief Pleads Guilty to Visa Fraud and Malfeasance | Alexandria Louisiana News
Former Glenmora police chief Tebo Onishea just took a plea deal in a state malfeasance case, facing five years for visa fraud conspiracy and another five for…
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Should School Buses Have Seatbelts | Alexandria Louisiana News
School buses still don’t need seatbelts—thanks to their massive, crash-absorbing design—but lawmakers like Rep. Mike Johnson are pushing back, arguing it’s…
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Winnfield Utility Bills Spark Outrage | Alexandria Louisiana News
Winnfield residents are reeling from skyrocketing utility bills, with some seeing charges jump to hundreds of dollars after just using a fraction of that…
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Grass Fires Near Powhatan Exit | Alexandria Louisiana News
Multiple grass fires erupted on I-49 near Powhatan in Natchitoches Parish, LA, prompting rapid response from local fire crews and sheriff’s deputies who…
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Lafayette Police Taser Incident Update | Alexandria Louisiana News
Lafayette Police Taser Incident Update | Alexandria Louisiana News
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Arson Suspect Booked in Louisiana Wildfire | Alexandria Louisiana News
A wildfire in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, led to a manhunt for 38-year-old Brian Todd Middleton, who allegedly fled when authorities arrived. Charged with…
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LCU Campus AC Shutdown Disrupts Classes | Alexandria Louisiana News
LCU’s campus is in meltdown mode as a massive AC failure forces online classes and cancels key events — including the North Rapides Business Alliance meeting —…
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Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts Fire | Alexandria Louisiana News
A massive fire erupted at Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts in Lecompte around 4 AM, prompting a multi-department firefighting response from across Central…
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AI Data Centers Under Fire | Alexandria Louisiana News
A cross-country bus tour called the “AI Data Center Revolt” rolled through Boyce, Louisiana, demanding accountability from tech giants and lawmakers. Organized…
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Tragic Pedestrian Fatality on Highway 165 | Alexandria Louisiana News
A tragic early morning crash on U.S. Highway 165 claimed the life of 22-year-old Tania Hamilton after she was struck by a 2019 Ford F-350 while crossing…
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Rabies in Louisiana Dogs | Alexandria Louisiana News
Rabies has hit a dog in Louisiana’s Region Four — the first case there since 2014 and only the fifth in the state in two decades. While rabies mostly lurks in…
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Fatal Crash on Highway 191 Under Investigation | Alexandria Louisiana News
A tragic crash on Highway 191 claimed the life of 32-year-old Carlos Coba Melendez of Arlington, Texas, after his vehicle flipped off the road—details still…
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High School Football Dominance This Week | Alexandria Louisiana News
High school football’s heating up with explosive wins across all divisions—North DeSoto crushed Natchitoches Central 56-21, Alexandria demolished Union Parish…
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CHRISTUS Health Invests in Local Nonprofits | Alexandria Louisiana News
CHRISTUS Health just poured $300K into five Central Louisiana nonprofits—fueling critical work for the homeless, children, food security, and early childhood…
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School Bus Crash in Grant Parish | Alexandria Louisiana News
A school bus crash on Highway 71 near Montgomery left eight students injured, prompting emergency crews and a helicopter response. Hospitals are on standby…
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Heroes Remembered Through Community Tribute | Alexandria Louisiana News
In Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, first responders honored nearly 3,000 victims of 9/11 while also paying tribute to local heroes who gave their lives serving…
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Remembering 911 Through a Stair Challenge | Alexandria Louisiana News
In Tioga, Louisiana, hundreds climbed 110 flights of stairs Friday morning—not just for fitness, but to honor the 345 firefighters who gave their lives on…
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When Kids Get Sick at School | Alexandria Louisiana News
Emergency rooms are flooded with kids battling flu and COVID-19 as schools reopen—nearly 4,200 visits in August alone. With kids back in classrooms, buses, and…
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Earl Thompson Gets 14-Year Meth Sentence | Alexandria Louisiana News
Fifty-two-year-old Earl Thompson just got a brutal 14.5-year federal prison sentence plus 5 years of supervised release for conspiring to distribute meth — a…
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Walmart Pineville Reopens with Dunkin’ | Alexandria Louisiana News
Walmart Supercenter in Pineville just reopened with a bang—complete with live bands, cheerleaders, and even Mayor Joe Bishop in attendance. The store’s fresh…
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Search Intensifies for Missing Women | Alexandria Louisiana News
A prime suspect in the chilling disappearances of Madison Allen and Stephanie Hevia has been arrested—Thomas Morris, 43, now faces charges including kidnapping…
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Night Light May Harm Your Heart | Alexandria Louisiana News
New research from Tulane University reveals that nighttime bedroom light may be quietly harming your heart—linking even small amounts of light exposure to…
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Teen Accused in Provencal School Break-In | Alexandria Louisiana News
A 15-year-old has been charged with simple burglary and criminal trespassing after breaking into Provencal Elementary School in Natchitoches Parish. Security…
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Ted Johnson Rodeo Returns Home | Alexandria Louisiana News
Get ready for the Ted Johnson Memorial Rodeo, back in Hineston, Louisiana this weekend—where tradition meets thrill! Since 1949, this beloved event has been a…
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Split Second Escape on Elliott Street | Alexandria Louisiana News
A driver in Alexandria, Louisiana, narrowly dodged disaster on Elliott Street after a惊险 close call captured on security footage—reminding everyone to stay…
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Teach One to Lead One in Pineville | Alexandria Louisiana News
In Pineville, a powerful new mentorship program called Teach One to Lead One is transforming lives by pairing students—especially those considered…
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Louisiana Challenges Telehealth Abortion Access | Alexandria Louisiana News
Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill is back in federal court, aggressively challenging the Biden-era policy that permits abortion medication to be…
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Man Charged After Stemley Drive Abuse | Alexandria Louisiana News
In Simmesport, Louisiana, Ladarius Jontrel Hartford was arrested for aggravated battery, domestic abuse with strangulation, and cruelty to the elderly/disabled…
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Shots Fired on South MacArthur Drive | Alexandria Louisiana News
Shots Fired on South MacArthur Drive | Alexandria Louisiana News
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Woman Swims Red River Gets Help | Alexandria Louisiana News
A woman attempted to swim across the Red River and was rescued halfway—police are now warning everyone: don’t even think about it. The river’s currents are…