Bennett Roland Jr.
Reporter
Alexandria, La.
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Bennett is a member of KALB's reporting staff, covering community interest stories from around our viewing market.
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The Summer Feeding Program is allowing access to learning and access to nutrition.
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Khmericano Coffee is a dream come true for owners Kristen and Bibi Leang.
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Manufacturing is one of our state's largest industries.
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June 1 marked the start of the season, officials are urging residents to prepare now.
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There are plenty of places to let kids develop and grow, while making new friends.
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The mother of a woman who died in a hospital apparently following an interaction with the Alexandria Police Department has filed a federal civil lawsuit against three officers.
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We honor those who gave their last measure of full devotion to this nation.
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After overcoming several obstacles, the city’s largest recreational asset is back open.
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'Alice in the Crosscurrents' is the fifth report released by Louisiana United Ways.
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A new recycling bin at Kees Park is available to all Cenla residents!
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Jubilee Justice is the first rice mill of its kind in the Southeast.
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Farris spent 12 hours a day immersed in research.
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At least four different law enforcement agencies were represented at the ceremony.
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The city of Pineville is putting the finishing touches on Kees Park.
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The citizens hailed from 18 countries scattered across six continents.
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U.S. Border Patrol officials said flights like these are happening daily from AEX.
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The Dairy Barn that sits on Central State Hospital grounds in Pineville turns 100 this year!
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A look at Grant and LaSalle Parishes, where tornado warnings sprang up on May 11, 2023.
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The new program provides vets the opportunity to recover from their addiction.
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On Tuesday, May 9, Alexandria citizens gathered at a candlelight vigil honoring victims of violence.
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Louisiana Christian University is changing the way it's preparing its nursing candidates.
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Dozens lined the steps of Pineville City Hall observing a National Day of Prayer.
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A total of nine students from the RPSB signed their letters of intent.
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Authorities are offering a cash reward for assistance in an agricultural pesticides vandalism case in Grant Parish.
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Part two of Louisiana Central's 'Big Idea' luncheon highlighted retaining our students.
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Confusion over summer school requirements in Rapides Parish after BESE change during the school year
There is some confusion over the summer school required for certain Rapides Parish elementary school students.
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A group of ladies get together to tap into a newfound love, tap dancing at Louisiana Athletic Club in Pineville!
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'Walk for Autism Awareness' goes to help SPERO program at LSUA.
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The building is planned to be a one stop shop for students, with everything they need for growth at LSUA.
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Training for the LANG continued Friday at Fort Buhlow in Pineville.
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Protecting critical infrastructure is crucial after a major weather event, and that was the goal of Thursday's exercise.
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Early voting for an election set for next week is underway and there is plenty of time left to cast your ballot.
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It is ‘Love the Boot Week’ and several efforts are focusing on beautifying our state.
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APD cracking down, and said consequences will be heavy and swift.
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Residents in Grant Parish are celebrating Good Friday.
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Project will create 398 Central Region jobs, bolster Louisiana’s role in electric vehicle supply chain
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You will begin to see a new version of the Pineville Police Department's patrol units in the city.
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Over 300 students, parents and community members came out for the 'Taking Back Our Youth' crusade in Alexandria.
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Gaylord is responsible for safely getting her crew to and from emergency scenes.
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Chalkfest is in its 18th year, and it encourages students to spend the day on the school's sidewalk.
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Over the last six weeks, students have learned about various topics in their social studies class.
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It is field trip season at the Tree House Children's Museum in Alexandria.
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There is an organization in Cenla dedicated to lifting veterans out of homelessness.
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We were in Avoyelles Parish on Monday with a look at the storm damage.
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The mayor claimed KALB′s lack of access to information is inaccurate, despite our attempts to get answers
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Parents weigh in on the change to RPSB's 'Better Facilities' strategic plan.
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School uniforms and the ‘Better Facilities’ strategic plan were both taken up at Tuesday’s Rapides Parish School Board Meeting.
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For decades, Kees Park has been a recreational asset for many.
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Since 1985, the festival has been a Louisiana staple, known to some as the Festival of Flowers.
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The Grant Parish School Board has voted to adopt a four-day school week for the 2023-2024 school year.
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