The Alexandria Lions Club welcomed Alexandria City Councilman Jim Villard as guest speaker during its recent meeting, where he shared updates on new businesses and upcoming community events.

Villard discussed several new developments coming to the Alexandria area, including Olive Garden, Baskin Robbins, and Dunkin’ Donuts, noting the city’s ongoing efforts to attract new business and support local economic growth.

The Lions Club meeting drew a full crowd as members gathered to hear about the city’s continued progress and to engage with local leadership on projects that impact the community.