The Light honors Martin’s Dream

Read the Jan. 15 issue of The Light here: jan_15.pdf

Should Jena give money back to Sept. 20 demonstators

 By now you’ve heard that white supremacists are expected to march in Jena on Monday, Jan. 21, in protest of Dr. King’s holiday and to show support for Justin Barker, the white teenager, who six black teenagers are accused of beating in late 2006.
You’ve probably already heard that the group will march free of the [...]

Delta Sigma Theta’s (Alexandria, LA) Beautillion

The 29th annual Beautillion of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Alexandria, La., Alumnae Chapter was held Saturday, Nov. 17 at the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center.
The theme was “Honoring Delta’s Beaux: Past, Present and Future.” The speaker was Dr. Gregory Bevels.
Beau Justin Beasley, a senior at Alexandria Senior High School, was crowned Mr. Beautillion.
Other beaus were [...]

New Bethel Baptist Church’s Community Gumbo photos

 Enjoy this slideshow of photos from New Bethel Baptist Church’s community gumo dinner.
The Rev. Clarence Dupar is pastor of this church located in Alexandria, LA.

Israel Bo Curtis celebration, photos

Community honors Israel Bo Curtis, The Light: Jan. 1

On Dec. 15, family, friends and colleagues of Israel Bo Curtis honored him for his dedication and hardwork in the Louisiana Legislature.
Read about it in The Light’s Jan. 1 issue: Click here
jan1-1-14.pdf