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Two Alexandria cousins face sex charges after Friday incidents
Alexandria Police arrested two teens in connection with an incident at one of the teen's homes Friday.
Alexandria's government-access channel closer to makeover
Roosevelt Johnson is getting closer to accomplishing one of his major goals. Johnson, the vice president on the Alexandria City Council who has an extensive television background after working at KALB for 26 years, would like to see the city's government-access Channel 4 receive an upgrade.
Alexandria Zoo plans $3.5 million in improvements; Lee Ann Whitt named director
The Alexandria Zoo will undergo a $3.5 million renovation and expansion, and it will do so under the leadership of Lee Ann Whitt, who was named today as the zoo's director.
Drum group to bring unique performance to Alexandria
Kaminari Taiko of Houston is looking to end its season with a bang in Alexandria.
Traffic accident on Twin Bridges Road in Alexandria leads to power outages
A traffic accident on Twin Bridges Road near Jackson Street Extension in Alexandria has led to power outages in the surrounding area.
Job fair today at Alexandria City Hall
The city of Alexandria is hosting a job fair from 4-7 p.m. today at Convention Hall in City Hall, 915 Third St.
Neurosurgeon to speak to honors students, public at LSU-Alexandria today, Nov. 19
Neurosurgeon Ravish Patwardhan will address Honors Program students at Louisiana State University at Alexandria at 11 a.m. today in Coughlin Hall auditorium on campus.
Owner of Hotel Bentley in Alexandria sells 3 properties in Natchez, Miss.
The historic Eola Hotel, Eola Guest House and Prentiss Club have been sold at auction.
Elderly Colfax man arrested in ex-wife's death
The elderly Colfax-area man who police say shot and killed his ex-wife called family and police minutes after shooting the 81-year-old woman.
One arrest, one pending in arson case
The Alexandria Fire Department arrested an Alexandria woman and booked her Friday on one charge of aggravated arson.
Lecompte man killed in Rapides Parish crash
A Lecompte man was killed after the pickup he was driving rear-ended a Union Pacific truck.
Thibodaux man seriously injured in Alexandria wreck
A Thibodaux man travelling on the interstate through Alexandria was seriously injured early Thursday morning after hitting a tractor-trailer. David Satterthwaite, 58, of Thibodaux, was taken to Rapides Regional Medical Center and is listed in serious condition after the wreck around 2:25 a.m. on Interstate 49 where it intersects with U.S. 71 north.
Taxing situation: Failure to pay property taxes results in Alexandria woman losing home
Jeanne Olson wants people to learn from her mistakes so they don't have to suffer like she has.
Man suspected in Alexandria carjacking arrested
Alexandria Police Thursday arrested a man in connection with a carjacking one week ago.
Discussions with possible hotel partners in Alexandria'ramping up'
The city of Alexandria began "ramping up" discussions on Thursday with the two finalists for the city's downtown hotels initiative.
Martin timber company job fair is today, Nov. 12, in Alexandria
Roy O. Cartin Co. is hosting a job fair today, Nov. 12, at its corporate headquarters, 2189 Memorial Drive in Alexandria.
Louisiana Department of Insurance Cracks Down on Alexandria Agents
In separate actions the Louisiana Department of Insurance has issued cease and desist orders, and fine notices, to four individuals accused of inappropriately conducting the business of insurance in that state.
Police seek suspect, vehicle after Alexandria carjacking
A man reported an alleged carjacking late Sunday night in the 2800 block of Harris Street.
Catahoula Parish cancels flood warning
By David Dinsmore ddinsmore@thetowntalk.com 487-6343 Despite their predictions earlier this week, officials have canceled the flood warning along the Ouachita and Black rivers in Catahoula Parish.
Alexandria rededicates Veterans Memorial Plaza
Nearly 10 years ago, the city of Alexandria honored former City Councilman Bob Lawrence and all veterans with the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Plaza at City Hall.
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