Alexandria News Archives

The Shaw Group Inc., an engineering, construction and environmental company, said it has been awarded a contract for environmental cleanup at two shuttered Air Force bases, including one in Louisiana. via KATC-TV Lafayette

“What if an individual dies, what happens to his or her direct deposit or check?”

This story is about local people and their concerns and priorities. I spent the day going around Alexandria, talking with men and women about how they'll spend their government stimulus checks. via KALB-TV Alexandria

“This seminar will explain the nomination process, what is required of students wanting to attend any of the five service academies and what student life is like at a military academy.”

U.S. Sen. David Vitter's staff will conduct an Academy Day for students interested in attending a military academy on Saturday, April 26 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Science Building at ... via KALB-TV Alexandria

“The defendant today took responsibility for committing a federal hate crime by using a powerful symbol of hate to intimidate a group of interstate travelers because of their race”

More... Teen pleads guilty in nooses display after 'Jena Six' rally ALEXANDRIA, La. via Dayton Daily News

A Pineville police officer has been arrested in connection with an undercover drug operation that took place at an elementary school. via KATC-TV Lafayette

This operation focused on those individuals who target children, via the Internet, and those who are engaged in the trading of child pornography. via KALB-TV Alexandria

Posted: Updated: A Louisiana teenager facing a felony hate crime charge related to a "Jena Six" rally last year will instead plead guilty to a lesser crime. via KSLA-TV Shreveport

Next year's budget for the City of Alexandria is scheduled for final adoption tomorrow. via KALB-TV Alexandria

On Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at 11:51 am, Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to a fatal crash involving four vehicles. via Louisiana State Police

A deployment ceremony for approximately 300 soldiers of the Louisiana Army National Guard's 1-244th Assault Helicopter Battalion is set this afternoon in the University Center located on the Southeastern ... via KLFY-TV Lafayette

“On April 11, we issued a warrant.”

By Alexandria Burris aburris@dailyworld.com An Opelousas man is accused of threatening to expose information about Sen. via Daily World

“Every time I stepped to move away from him, he stepped to block my path”

Principal files complaint against superintendent By Alexandria Burris aburris@dailyworld.com South Street Elementary School Principal Elsie Semien has filed a police complaint against Superintendent of Schools ... via Daily World

I was driving back and forth to and from Alexandria on I-49 for two days last week. via Daily World

The annual Friends of Bolton Library at LSUA book sale has been scheduled on two separate days with proceeds supporting LSU at Alexandria library activities. via KALB-TV Alexandria

Dr. Callum Johnston, associate professor of early childhood education, received the 2007-08 Bolton Award for Teaching Excellence at the annual LSU at Alexandria campus recognition banquet Friday. via KALB-TV Alexandria

“Public bodies cannot try to circumvent the law by intentionally omitting items from an agenda. The public's right to know is essential. The school system should be aware of its duty to disclose the nature of their meetings.”

School board acknowledges it violated agenda law By Alexandria Burris aburris@dailyworld.com The St. via Daily World

Laurie Tanner of Bunkie, executive assistant to the chancellor at LSU at Alexandria, has been chosen LSUA Woman of the Year. via KALB-TV Alexandria

Friday, April 4: Mauva Belle & Hot Water Friday, April 11: Leon Chavis & the Zydeco Flames Friday, April 18: Becky Birdwell & Roadhouse The community is encouraged to come out and enjoy the live music. via KALB-TV Alexandria

Wal-Mart is seeking approximately 450 associates to work in the new Supercenter slated to open in Alexandria this summer. via KALB-TV Alexandria