LCU Names La’Coria Tademy as Women’s Volleyball Head Coach

Louisiana Christian University in Pineville has named La’Coria Tademy as the new head coach of the LCU women’s volleyball program. The announcement comes as the Wildcats prepare for the start of the 2026-2027 athletic season.

ASH Volleyball Opens Season Against Wossman on August 31

Alexandria Senior High School’s volleyball program will open its 2026-2027 season against Wossman on August 31, with student-athletes continuing to practice and prepare despite the ongoing asbestos remediation that has kept ASH on virtual instruction since the first day of school. The Trojans’ athletic schedule is proceeding as planned while academic instruction remains remote.

CenLa Chamber Hosting Congressional Candidates Luncheon — September 22

The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce will host a Congressional Candidates Luncheon on Tuesday, September 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Center at England Airpark, 1718 Kegleman Blvd., Alexandria. All nine candidates running for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District seat have been invited to participate. The event will give each candidate time to introduce themselves, share their qualifications, and discuss their vision for the district, followed by an audience question period. The luncheon is open to chamber members and guests.

TRAFFIC REMINDER — Nightly Lane Closures on US 165 North in Pineville

Drivers on U.S. 165 North in Pineville should expect nightly alternating lane closures near Lowe’s and the U.S. 167 northbound off-ramp. Work runs Monday nights through Friday mornings, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., weather permitting, through the end of September 2026. DOTD advises drivers to reduce speed, use caution around construction workers and equipment, and allow extra travel time.