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Alexandria International Airport• Conditions: clear
• Temperature: 77°F
• Feels Like: 80°F
• Heat Index: 78°F
• Dew Point: 73°F
• Humidity: 88.7%
• Barometer: 29.88 in.
• Wind: from the WSW at 3 mph
• Visibility: 7 mi
• Last Updated: 08/29/2008 4:53 am
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How to Sign Up for Hurricane State Alerts & More
KALB News Department
The state could implement contra-flow measures to support evacuation efforts as early as Saturday now.
Local National Guard On Stand By For NOLA Mission
By: Mike Magnoli
At any moment, the 199th could get the call, then they're bound for New Orleans to respond to the storm
Rapides Parish School Board Gets Million Dollar Check
By: Leigh Culbert
Police Jury President Richard Billings delivered a $1.1 million dollar check to Superintendent Gary Jones Thursday.
City Council Approves One Mayoral Assistant, Delays Another
By: Joel Massey
The Alexandria City Council gave the green light to one mayoral assistant but not the other.
Frank Chandler Sr. honored
By: Mark Hamblen
Frank Chandler Sr. honored
Saints-Katrina
Associated Press
Saints reflect on Katrina, prepare for Gustav.
Two Universites Closing For Duration Of The Storm
Associated Press
One of the schools is ordering a mandatory evacuation, forcing everyone off campus this weekend.
Actor-Comedian Set To Shoot Movie In Louisiana
Associated Press
Andy Dick says he might decide to live in the state, although he's not too keen on New Orleans and Shreveport.
Rapides Parish School Board Says They’re Well Prepared for Gustav
By: Leigh Culbert
As the state of Louisiana prepares for Gustav, the RPSB is also thinking ahead.
Genetics Expert Named LSU Boyd Professor
KALB News Department
Dr. Mark A. Batzer was named an LSU System Boyd Professor, the System’s highest academic rank.
Red Cross Shelters on Alert
KALB News Department
The Central Louisiana Chapter of the Red Cross is fully activated bracing for the evacuees Hurricane Gustav might bring.
Mayor Nagin Urges Citizens Living In Travel Trailers To Prepare For Possible Evacuation
KALB News Department
Mayor C. Ray Nagin has urged citizens to make certain they have an evacuation plan.
LSU Open on Friday, Possible Tuesday Closures TBA
KALB News Department
Any decisions about canceling classes or campus events on Tuesday or beyond will be announced no later than 2 p.m. on Friday.
Evening Weather for August 28
KALB News Department
Evening Weather for August 28
Gustav making Louisiana nervous
Associated Press
With Gustav approaching hurricane strength and showing no signs of veering off a track to slam into the Gulf Coast.
Clay Walker Concert at Paragon Casino Resort Cancelled
KALB News Department
In order to serve as a designated evacuation shelter the concert is cancelled.
How to Sign Up for Hurricane State Alerts & More
KALB News Department
The state could implement contra-flow measures to support evacuation efforts as early as Saturday now.
Local National Guard On Stand By For NOLA Mission
By: Mike Magnoli
At any moment, the 199th could get the call, then they're bound for New Orleans to respond to the storm
Rapides Parish School Board Gets Million Dollar Check
By: Leigh Culbert
Police Jury President Richard Billings delivered a $1.1 million dollar check to Superintendent Gary Jones Thursday.
City Council Approves One Mayoral Assistant, Delays Another
By: Joel Massey
The Alexandria City Council gave the green light to one mayoral assistant but not the other.
Frank Chandler Sr. honored
By: Mark Hamblen
Frank Chandler Sr. honored
Saints-Katrina
Associated Press
Saints reflect on Katrina, prepare for Gustav.
Two Universites Closing For Duration Of The Storm
Associated Press
One of the schools is ordering a mandatory evacuation, forcing everyone off campus this weekend.
Actor-Comedian Set To Shoot Movie In Louisiana
Associated Press
Andy Dick says he might decide to live in the state, although he's not too keen on New Orleans and Shreveport.
Rapides Parish School Board Says They’re Well Prepared for Gustav
By: Leigh Culbert
As the state of Louisiana prepares for Gustav, the RPSB is also thinking ahead.
Genetics Expert Named LSU Boyd Professor
KALB News Department
Dr. Mark A. Batzer was named an LSU System Boyd Professor, the System’s highest academic rank.
Red Cross Shelters on Alert
KALB News Department
The Central Louisiana Chapter of the Red Cross is fully activated bracing for the evacuees Hurricane Gustav might bring.
Mayor Nagin Urges Citizens Living In Travel Trailers To Prepare For Possible Evacuation
KALB News Department
Mayor C. Ray Nagin has urged citizens to make certain they have an evacuation plan.
LSU Open on Friday, Possible Tuesday Closures TBA
KALB News Department
Any decisions about canceling classes or campus events on Tuesday or beyond will be announced no later than 2 p.m. on Friday.
Evening Weather for August 28
KALB News Department
Evening Weather for August 28
Gustav making Louisiana nervous
Associated Press
With Gustav approaching hurricane strength and showing no signs of veering off a track to slam into the Gulf Coast.
Clay Walker Concert at Paragon Casino Resort Cancelled
KALB News Department
In order to serve as a designated evacuation shelter the concert is cancelled.
