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In today's newsletter:
- How a young Alexandria deputy ended up accused of smuggling contraband
- Would you recognize heat stroke in an Alexandria summer emergency?
- Getting scary Apple texts in Alexandria? Hereās what deputies advise
Also on today's calendar: Bulls Bands And Barrels with Hudson Westbrook & Tyce Delk and 4 more events.
Today's riddle: David's father has three sons: Snap, Crackle, and... ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Hot with a stray thunderstorm, with a high of 98 and low of 69 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Sunday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 92, low: 69.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 97 and low of 71 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. RPSO deputy accused of bringing various types of contraband to inmates (kalb.com) ā A Rapides Parish sheriffās deputy from Alexandria was arrested and fired after investigators said he tried to bring drugs and other contraband into the DC-1 jail during a recent night shift. Authorities reported finding suspected narcotics in his vehicle and home, and emphasized that his alleged actions do not reflect the standards of the department serving Alexandria residents. 
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2. Heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke: Cenla doctor explains the warning signs (kalb.com) ā An Alexandria emergency physician is warning Cenla residents how to spot when heat exhaustion has escalated into life-threatening heat stroke, especially when confusion or slurred speech appear. He stresses that people can still be sweating during heat stroke and urges anyone showing mental changes in the heat to get immediate medical help rather than trying to cool down at home. Ā Ā Ā
3. Rapides Parish sheriff alerts residents to recent Apple fraud (cenlanow.com) ā Rapides Parish Sheriffās Office in Alexandria is warning residents about scam texts and calls claiming Apple accounts have suspicious charges or security problems. Deputies urge people not to click links or share personal information, and instead contact Apple directly through official channels while spreading the warning to vulnerable friends and family. Ā Ā Ā
4. Activists to continue fight against Alexandria migrant family center (thetowntalk.com) ā Plans to use former barracks at England Airpark near Alexandria International Airport as a short-term migrant family staging center are drawing continued pushback from local and statewide activists. Opponents question safety, environmental risks, and the morality of detaining families, while also criticizing Alexandria-area officials and the England Authority Board for limited transparency and public input on a project they say could define the cityās reputation. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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Bulls Bands And Barrels with Hudson Westbrook ... ā
Rapides PHU (@ Rapides Parish Coliseum), 5600 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria
3:00 pm
Saturday August 8
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Teacher Professional Development Days
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First Day of School
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Bulls Bands And Barrels with Hudson Westbrook & Tyce Delk ā
Rapides PHU (@ Rapides Parish Coliseum), 5600 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria
3:00 pm -
Bass Pro Shop: Bulls Bands And Barrels w/ Hudson Westbrook & Tyce Delk ā
Rapides PHU (@ Rapides Parish Coliseum), 5600 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria
3:00 pm -
Estate Planning Essentials ā
Rapides Parish Library Westside Regional Library, 5416 Provine Pl, Alexandria
10:00 am -
Fighting Hand Brewing Company ā
Fighting Hand Brewing Company, 1600 Military Hwy, Pineville
7:00 pm
Monday August 3
Friday August 7
Saturday August 8
Tuesday August 18
Saturday August 22
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Back to School Splash Bash
Pineville City Council Kees Park
10:00 am -
CENLA Gift of Gab Toastmasters ā
Rapides Parish Library Westside Regional Library, 5416 Provine Pl, Alexandria
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Mayor Bishop KSYL Radio Interview
Pineville City Council 4127 LA-28, Pineville, LA 71360
8:00 am -
WoodmenLife Senior Day Luncheon - Pollock, LA ā
Grant Walker Educational Center, 3000 LA-8, Pollock
9:30 am
Saturday August 1
Tuesday August 4
Tuesday August 11
Saturday August 15
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