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06/18/2026

LIVE NOW: Let’s Talk - Seminar on Land Development

We’re live with Harlan Victor Jr., Andre Gonzaque, and Marcus Hobbs discussing an upcoming seminar on land development, real estate, architecture, and community investment.

If you own land, inherited property, an older home, or a vacant lot, this conversation is for you.

Drop your questions in the comments.

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06/16/2026

FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH FOR EVERY RAPIDES PARISH STUDENT IN 2026-2027 🍎

Rapides Parish Public Schools announced that all enrolled students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch through the district’s Community Eligibility Provision program.

No meal applications. No paperwork. Just free meals for students throughout the school year.

Read the full story:
https://involvedinitall.com/rapides-parish-public-schools-to-offer-free-meals-to-all-students/

06/15/2026

🚨A former Louisiana deputy has been indicted on 12 child s*x crime charges involving two juvenile victims.🚨

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Former deputy Nicholas LoCicero has been indicted on 12 child s*x crime charges in Livingston Parish and is being held without bond.

06/15/2026

Alexandria Woman Faces 40 Charges, Held on $1.11 Million Bond in Rapides Parish

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Lauren Ellen Ebert of Alexandria remains in custody in Rapides Parish facing 40 charges, including theft, criminal conspiracy, contempt of court, and simple escape.

06/15/2026

🚨 UPDATE: Alexandria Police have arrested 29-year-old Taylor Weatherspoon and charged him with Second-Degree Murder in the June 8 homicide of 35-year-old Marlow Trottie on Cummins Street. 🚨

Records reviewed by UrbanCast show Weatherspoon was already in custody on a parole violation the same day the homicide became public. The murder charge was added June 14.

The timeline is raising new questions about public communication, transparency, and what officials knew during the investigation.

UrbanCast extends its condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Marlow Trottie during this difficult time.

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Alexandria Police arrested 29-year-old Taylor Weatherspoon and charged him with second-degree murder in the June 8 homicide of Marlow Trottie.

06/11/2026

The Applied Digital AI Data Center project has generated thousands of comments, questions, and concerns across Central Louisiana.

Tonight on Let’s Talk, UrbanCast sits down with Chris Masingill, President & CEO of Louisiana Central, to discuss the project and answer many of the questions being raised by residents.

Topics include:

• Trust and transparency
• Community engagement
• Jobs and workforce development
• Tax revenue projections
• Utility rate concerns
• Water usage
• Environmental questions
• Infrastructure improvements
• Long-term economic impact

Whether you support the project, oppose it, or are still gathering information, this conversation is designed to help the public better understand the facts and claims surrounding one of the largest economic development projects in Rapides Parish history.

Join the conversation and post your questions in the comments.

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06/11/2026

LIVE NOW: Let’s Talk – Men’s Mental Health Special Part 2

We’re live with Bro. Kevin Simmons and Dr. Francis Powell discussing men’s mental health and the upcoming Men’s Health Fair.

Tonight we’re discussing:

Mental health awareness
Depression and anxiety
PTSD and trauma
Breaking stigma
Community resources

Drop your questions in the comments.

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06/10/2026

Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s Office Releases June 8, 2026 Jail Booking Report

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The Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s Office released its June 8, 2026 jail booking report detailing recent arrests and charges across Avoyelles Parish.

06/10/2026

LIVE NOW: Let’s Talk with Sheriff Mark Wood

We’re live discussing the upcoming June 27 Sheriff’s Office millage renewal and the services it supports throughout Rapides Parish.

Topics include:

RADE narcotics enforcement
Special Victims Unit
Resident Deputy Program
SAFE youth initiative
Sheriff’s Office operations

Drop your questions in the comments.

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06/10/2026

Cottonport Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest, Four Substances Found

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A routine traffic stop in Cottonport led to the arrest of Anthony Bradford, 47, who was found in possession of M**A, crack co***ne, Suboxone, and Xanax. He faces six charges.