Jojuana Phillips
Anchor/Multimedia Journalist
Alexandria, La
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Jojuana Phillips is a native of Alexandria, Louisiana. She graduated from Bolton High School in 2010 and from LSU of Alexandria in 2016, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a concentration in Mass Media.
Her interest in news and media began in high school when she was a part of the publications department, having roles in the morning newscast, school newspaper, yearbook and more. She interned at Cenla Broadcasting during her last semester of college and began working at KLAX TV, ABC 31 News in 2016 after graduating. In her spare time, she enjoys sleeping, playing with her dogs, exploring the outdoors and hunting when deer hunting season is in session.
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The 2022-2023 Golden Apple Teacher of the Year is...👀
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Walmart Neighborhood Market in Alexandria, Coca-Cola and the Manna House partnered for a can food drive as the countdown to Christmas continues!
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This month, KALB will take an inside look at how The Manna House became a vital part of the community
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Louisiana State Police Cadet Class 101 is currently in session, just completing week 10 of training. And, the application deadline for Cadet Class 102 is quickly approaching.
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Students and teachers from around 31 schools participated in the Rapides Foundation’s 11th annual Youth Summit on Healthy Behaviors.
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Students at Rosepine High School got a first-hand look at what it is like to be on trial, charged with someone’s death and injury after making the decision to drive impaired.
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If you’ve ever been to places in downtown Alexandria, like Tamp and Grind or the Tasting Room, you’ve probably noticed work by Chris Pate.
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Representatives from CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital hosted a medical career day at Peabody Magnet High School.
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After taking a two-year break, A Perfect Fit Foundation is raising funds again to help purchase shoes for elementary school students in Rapides Parish.
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This week, schools in Rapides Parish are observing “Celebrate Freedom Week” in recognition of Constitution Day and Constitution Week.
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District 38 Louisiana State Representative Rhonda Butler has awarded a $5,000 donation to St. Mary’s Residential Training School.
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The Food Bank of Central Louisiana has joined Feeding America’s Hunger Action Month campaign for an annual call to action.
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The State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education has approved a policy for school systems regarding the installation of cameras in certain special education classrooms.
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Longleaf Hospital in Alexandria hosted its third annual International Overdose Awareness Day event.
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LSUA and CLTCC have received $900,000 in donations, between both schools, from the Alexandria Business Foundation.
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CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Pineville has officially re-opened its doors after a nearly year-long renovation.
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The Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office has opened a new substation in the Hineston community.
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We visit with local groups who are working together to address the storage present in the nursing field.
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Deployed in over 500 schools in parishes throughout the state, the Safe Schools Louisiana App is giving students a way to report concerns anonymously.
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The first day of school is just about a week away for students in Rapides Parish, but the school year has officially started for school employees.
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The Rapides Parish Library held its annual back-to-school supply giveaway.
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CENLA 4WARD program is an initiative of YPG and the Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce
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CLTCC students brought home two Silver Medals in the Nurse Assisting and Technical Computer Applications competitions in the 2022 SkillsUSA National Championships.
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Information and tips on how to protect and prepare your property from hurricanes.
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988 will become available nationwide for those seeking help during a mental health crisis.
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CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is helping patients cut out taking a trip to the pharmacy to get their prescriptions after a hospital stay or visit.
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Nine-year-old Jonathan “Buddy” Lewis, Jr. of Pineville was awarded the Nationals All-Around Champion of the NGA Gymnastics Competition in Orlando, Florida.
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Residents in the Cenla area are continuing to prepare for the current hurricane season.
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Saharan dust has been causing hazy skies in the Central Louisiana area, along with air quality issues.
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One hundred and fifty American flags fly in formation at the Pineville Riverfront at the “Central Louisiana Field of Honor” in recognition of Flag Day.
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Cenla high school juniors and seniors are getting a head start on careers in the medical field this summer.
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Farming and agribusiness students from across the state are in Alexandria for the 93rd Louisiana State FFA Convention and Expo.
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The Rapides Parish Library 2022 summer reading program has officially kicked off!
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Nearly 4,000 children in Louisiana are in the foster care system and 350 of those children are in the Alexandria region.
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Students at Rosepine Elementary School in Vernon Parish learn that vegetables don’t actually come from the produce aisle in grocery stores.
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If you keep up with the Golden Apple Teacher Award segment each week throughout the school year, you have probably noticed the flowers that are presented to each teacher.
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On Wednesday, LSUA recognized students’ scholarly achievements with their annual scholar day event.
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LSU of Alexandria has released the first issue of the second volume of The Oak Leaf: Undergraduate Journal of Teaching and Research.
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From learning life skills to learning trade skills, the Rapides Vocational Reentry Program has expanded to a job readiness program.
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Local historians have unveiled a historical marker at the entrance of the Old Rapides Cemetery in Pineville.
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In an effort to find solutions to the rising youth crime rate in Cenla, the United Way of Central Louisiana is giving young people a chance to share their perspectives on the issue.
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The United Way of Central Louisiana is giving youth in the community a voice when it comes to crime reduction and prevention.
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Grant Parish third-graders learned about the various aspects of agriculture over at Grant High School.
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Over 300 4H students from schools around Rapides Parish gathered for an annual event at the LSU-AgCenter facility next to LSUA’s campus.
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Tioga Jr. High School hosted its first-ever Amazing Shake Competition.
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Several different things are celebrated and recognized during the month of April, including the gift of life through organ donations.
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The Children's Advocacy Network holds an annual prayer vigil on the first day of the month for children and families in the community who have been impacted by abuse and neglect.
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Eighth-grade students at Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School got a chance to learn about future jobs and careers.
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Over 600,000 dollars has been budgeted this year by the City of Alexandria to demolish abandoned structures, both residential and commercial.
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