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Your art break, handled: Between a poetry-soaked exhibition marking 250 years of American verse, a Catalan avant‑garde spotlight from the Freedman collection, and the 39th September Competition amplifying fresh work from across the country, Alexandria Museum of Art is stacked with conversation star…
Seafood with personality: Family-owned since 2010, Smackin Mack's keeps CenLA fed with authentic seafood given a modern twist, from crispy catfish and burgers to seasonal specials that actually taste like someone cared.
Your brows, but better: When your arches need a glow-up, The Fairy Brow Parent LLC delivers with precision threading, brow tinting, permanent brows, even permanent jewelry for a little sparkle.
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Miss Louisiana, Shelby Bordelon, made history at the Miss America competition, finishing first runner-up and earning a second-place finish on the national stage.
Full story at myarklamiss.com ↗
The Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office (RPSO) is investigating two shootings within 24 hours of each other in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Full story at kalb.com ↗
Pineville, Louisiana, has appointed Fire Captain Ron Parker as its permanent fire chief.
Full story at kalb.com ↗
Rapides Regional Medical Center in Louisiana has unveiled a new Community Heart as part of the Explore Alexandria Pineville Community Heart Project.
Full story at kalb.com ↗
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