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News | 21 hours ago Memorial Day Sale: Save 97% for 3 months News | 16 hours ago LifeShare sees blood supply dwindle At the start of the stay-at-home order, community blood donations increased, but the trend since mid-April is downard. News | 17 hours ago Column: Diversity still lacking in NFL On Media Day for Super Bowl XXXI in New Orleans, several reporters gathered around the Green Bay Packers' offensive coordinator, Sherman Lewis. Sports | 19 hours ago Louisiana coronavirus: 59% of patients who died had hypertension Louisiana's death toll is 2,458. News | 1 day ago 5 benefits of a Town Talk digital subscription Be one of the first to learn about breaking news in Central Louisiana with alerts, flip through a digital replica of , and more. News RRMC joins plasma study for COVID-19 patients As part of the study, RRMC is looking for eligible volunteers from Central Louisiana to donate plasma to help patients in need. News | 1 day ago New state superintendent of education selected Cade Brumley was selected as Louisiana's next state superintendent of education by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education on Wednesday. Education | 10 sec ago LSUA - a true family affair for Smith family LSUA is often recognized for its “family” atmosphere. For one graduate and her son, the attribute takes on a whole different meaning. News | 3 hours ago Cleco warns customers to beware of scammers claiming to be from Cleco Scammers claiming to be from Cleco are targeting customers again, and Cleco wants customers to be on alert and know the signs to protect themselves. News | 3 hours ago View All Photos Nachman Faculty bids students adieu 19 hours ago How Louisiana cities are helping small businesses, keeping people in their homes Monroe’s city council voted to fund a program with federal grant money that helps people pay rent or their mortgage, or sustain their businesses. News | 1 hour ago Louisiana lawmakers back reentry bills Two measures described as making it easier for people convicted of crimes to find and retain jobs edged closer to final passage. Louisiana | 20 hours ago Resolution pushes for flexible college admissions A Louisiana House committee advanced a resolution asking state universities to adopt flexible and holistic admissions amid the coronavirus pandemic. Louisiana | 21 hours ago University Academy’s Lemoine, McNaughton wanted to close senior year with second title Winning one title in a school year is sweet, but winning a second is even better. Softball | 21 hours ago Get info on new hours, days for Rapides Parish COVID-19 testing here Hours for COVID-19 testing conducted by the Louisiana Department of Health are being revised, and additional testing will be available in Alexandria on Friday. News Pier 1 Imports to close all stores nationwide Pier 1 Imports, which previously said it would close half of its fleet of stores, now plans to close all of its locations, a move spurred by COVID-19. News | 22 hours ago Louisiana sports betting bills good bet for passage The bills would allow voters in each parish to decide whether they want to legalize wagering on college and pro sports. News | 23 hours ago Food Bank encourages those in need to reach out "The main thing is we would encourage people that are in need to contact us because we do have resources and we're happy to serve people," said Jayne Wright-Velez, executive director for the Food Bank of Central Louisiana News | 23 hours ago Louisiana Senate votes to curb accident lawsuits The Louisiana Senate agreed Monday to change the rules for lawsuits over car wrecks. Louisiana | 1 day ago CLTCC offers reduced tuition for summer classes CLTCC is reducing price points for tuition and taking other steps to make it easier for students to begin or continue their education this summer. News | 1 day ago Menard student wins $2,500 National Merit Scholarship Spencer Stelly, a graduating senior at Holy Savior Menard High School, has been selected as a winner of the National Merit $2,500 Scholarship. News | 1 day ago City postponing summer camp, recreational activities Due to ongoing public health and safety concerns, the City of Alexandria will not hold its traditional summer camp activities this year. News | 1 day ago LSU football gets 11th commitment for ‘21 class Tigers add safety Khari Gee to Class of 2021 Lsu | 1 day ago Recent Obituaries See more obituaries Search obituaries by name Search Chuck E. Cheese ‘Day of Giving’ supports APD More than 20,000 people were served, including first responders, medical personnel and others in need as a result of the pandemic. News | 1 day ago Policies set for utility building As part of the Phase 1 reopening plan, the City of Alexandria is now allowing limited public access to the Utility Customer Service Building News | 1 day ago Map: Availability of ventilators, ICU beds by parish See an interactive map of the availability of hospital beds, ICU beds and ventilators in parishes across Louisiana as COVID-19 cases increase. News | 16 hours ago Share your stay-at-home photos with wants to know how you are adjusting to staying at home. News Marketplace CARS JOBS HOMES APARTMENTS BUSINESS DIRECTORY Saints to salute Louisiana’s essential workers The New Orleans Saints have partnered with nonprofit 19 Thanks to salute essential workers across Louisiana in a new online video. Saints | 1 day ago Louisiana oil industry picks up tax break wins in Louisiana Legislature Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards said Monday he opposes legislation suspending or permanently reducing taxes during the pandemic. News | 1 day ago LHSAA clarifies travel ball eligibility for student-athletes Softball tournament this weekend to include 110 teams High-school | 1 day ago ASH’s Holly, Speed sign to play college hoops The senior class for Alexandria Senior High's boys basketball team will always be remembered as the one to bring its first high school basketball title to Ola Lane. Boys-basketball | 23 hours ago Gov. Edwards’ budget plans preserves TOPS, K-12, but trims higher ed Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards: 'It's about the best I think you can do' News | 1 day ago Louisiana coronavirus: State releases full list of nursing homes with cases Louisiana reports 277 new cases. News | 1 day ago Analysis: Privacy worries could derail Louisiana’s virus tracking plans Worries about the breach of individual privacy rights could undermine Louisiana's ability to track those who have encountered someone with COVID-19. Louisiana | 2 days ago Steven Ensmin...