Daviion Telsee

4 days ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - LifeShare Blood Center is asking the community to make blood donation part of their summer plans, especially with demand expected to rise around the July 4 holiday. Summer is a challenging time for blood banks because fewer people donate, yet the need for blood stays high. On top of that, blood does not last long. Red blood cells expire in 42 days, and platelets only last five to seven days.

5 days ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

MARKSVILLE, LA. (KALB) - On June 23, under sunny skies and with dozens of teams on the green, the Tunica‑Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana joined forces with the United Way of Central Louisiana to host the fourth annual “Hit for Hope” golf tournament at Tamahka Trails Golf Course in Marksville. The event, officially named the Tunica‑Biloxi Governors Cup, brings together players ranging from first-timers to long‑time supporters.

1 week ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a time to shine a light on an often-overlooked issue. For years, men have faced pressure to stay strong, silent and self-reliant. But across Central Louisiana, more men are speaking up about mental health and the harm of suppressing emotions. Jarvis Fountaine, resource coordinator with the CLASS Horn Program, explained that childhood experiences and early relationships shape our mental well-being.

1 week ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - The Public Relations Association of Louisiana (PRAL) hosted its 2025 statewide conference at Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA) on June 17. Held in the Brumfield Caffey Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event brought together communications professionals from across the state to focus on growth, collaboration and professional development. “This is our time each year to invest in ourselves,” said Sarah Laborde, President of PRAL.

2 weeks ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Louisiana Central wrapped its third annual Manufacturing Career Camp. This week-long camp is made for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to help them learn about manufacturing jobs in Central Louisiana. During the camp, students toured local manufacturing facilities, took part in hands-on activities and learned how everyday products are made. They also discovered what kind of training and education they need for careers in the manufacturing industry.