Press Releases
Friday, Feb 21, 2025 - 1:05 pm
UPDATE: 2/21/2025 @ 3:15PMNorthbound lanes of I-49 through Alexandria are open.The Alexandria Police Department announces that I-49 northbound and southbound through Alexandria is closed due to an overturned tractor-trailer. Motorist are advised to use an alternate route. For the most up-to-date road status information, DOTD offers motorists various resources: 511 Traveler Information: Travelers can find information regarding road closures by downloading the Louisiana 511 mobile app or by visiting the 511 Traveler Information website at www.511la.org. This website is updated in real time...
Wednesday, Feb 19, 2025 - 12:00 pm
Alexandria, Louisiana – In response to the forecasted cold weather for the remainder of the week, the City ofAlexandria is adding flexibility to its normal temperature triggers and opening a Warming Station at the BoltonAvenue Community Center, located at 315 Bolton Avenue. The City is coordinating with other agencies tomonitor additional needs. The warming station will serve as a refuge for locals in need and will be operational from 6 PM on Wednesday,February 19, 2025, until Friday, February 21, 2025, coinciding with the expected increase in temperatures.The facility aims to provide a safe...
Tuesday, Feb 18, 2025 - 2:44 pm
Alexandria, LA (02/18/2025) The Alexandria Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 1700 block of White Street. At approximately 11:17 AM, the Alexandria Fire Department was dispatched to 1721 White Street in response to an apartment building fire. AFD dispatched three engine companies, one district chief’s unit, and a fire investigator to the scene. Upon arrival, light smoke was observed emanating from the attic area, and the building’s occupants were evacuated for safety reasons. The fire was quickly brought under control after identifying its source, an unattended electric...
Friday, Feb 14, 2025 - 8:59 am
BOIL ADVISORY ISSUED FOR Gay Road Alexandria, Louisiana— Loss of pressure to a 1 1/4-inch water line on Gay Road. has resulted in the need for a boil water advisory, according to Barrett Dezendorf, Superintendent Water Operations. Because water pressure was lost during the repair process, the water in the affected area may have been compromised. As a precaution, the Alexandria Water Department is issuing a boil advisory effective immediately. This boil advisory is to remain in effect until otherwise noted. The boil water advisory is issued for customers located in the area...
Thursday, Feb 6, 2025 - 1:05 pm
Alexandria, Louisiana – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and the City ofAlexandria advises the public that beginning Monday (February 10, 2025) at 7:00 am, weather permitting,Progressive Construction Company will continue with the removal and replacement of sections of concretepavement on Elliott Street. Monday, at the intersection of Elliott Street and Texas Avenue, the section of roadway on Elliott Street, justnorth of Texas Avenue (headed towards Bolton Avenue) will be closed for repairs. Signs and barricades will beinstalled, along with signs indicating...
Monday, Jan 20, 2025 - 6:38 pm
In anticipation of the upcoming severe winter weather, all City of Alexandria offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Normal business operations are set to resume on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, if weather conditions allow.The City’s Warming Station at the Bolton Avenue Community Center, located at 315 Bolton Avenue, will continue to operate until Thursday, January 23, 2025, aligning with the forecasted increase in temperatures.If you experience a water leak during this winter weather event and need assistance shutting off your home’s water supply, please submit a...
Sunday, Jan 19, 2025 - 5:33 pm
Alexandria, La. (January 19, 2025) – Crews from all departments of the Alexandria Utility System are currently preparing for the upcoming Winter Weather Event. Based on current forecasts, the greatest risk appears to be freezing conditions and snow for about 48 hours beginning midnight Monday. Consequently, water pipes that are not properly insulated are at risk of freezing and potentially bursting during this evnet. Residents are encouraged to prepare now with these simple steps: Check sprinkler or irrigation systems now. Make sure they are turned off or drained. Don’t forget to insulate...
Thursday, Jan 16, 2025 - 5:43 pm
In response to dangerous cold weather forecasted for next week, the City of Alexandria and numerous community partners participated in a meeting Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the American Red Cross, facilitated by Angie Branton and her team from the 911 Communications District/Rapides Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. Mayor Jacques Roy and Ms. Branton led discussions and the planning of logistics for the upcoming weather challenges.All community partners and faith-based organizations involved worked efficiently and with commitment to provide protection during this...
Monday, Jan 13, 2025 - 3:05 pm
Join us in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of impactful community events at the MLK Day Citywide Interdenominational Revival "Pressing Forward":✨ Sunday, January 195:30 PM – MLK Musical at Alexandria Convention Hall✨ Monday, January 206:30 AM – Prayer Breakfast featuring Rev. Bart Walker at the Alexandria Convention Hall10:00 AM – Parade starting at Bolton Avenue, traveling down Jackson, Third Street, and ending at the Convention Hall12:00 PM – Noon Day Service featuring Coach Charles Smith at the Alexandria Convention HallLet’s gather as a community...