Melinda Martinez

Town Talk time capsule reveals a glimpse into Alexandria's past Melinda Martinez - A time capsule from The Town Talk newspaper, sealed in 1983, was opened ahead of its planned 2033 date to preserve its contents. - The capsule contained historical photos o... See more

NEWSCrowds pass a good time at Alexandria's Krewes Parade Melinda MartinezFeb. 15, 2026, 6:52 p.m. CTPineville native and Cincinnati Bengals player Cody Ford was the grand marshal of The Alexandria Mardi Gras Association's Krewes Parade held Sunday, Feb. ... See more

NEWSRevelers have good time at Alexandria Children's Mardi Gras Parade Melinda MartinezFeb. 14, 2026, 9:03 p.m. CTThe Alexandria Mardi Gras Association's Children's Parade was held Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 in downtown Alexandria.Melinda Martinez/The Town T... See more

NEWSNight of Lights Mardi Gras Parade shines in Pineville Melinda MartinezFeb. 9, 2026, 11:05 a.m. CTThe 2026 Pineville “Night of Lights” Mardi Gras Parade was held Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. Before the parade, Pineville High School students Jacob Jones and Na... See more

Prince, Princess of Balcony put focus on historic Pineville building Melinda Martinez - Two Pineville High School theatre students were chosen as the first Prince and Princess of the Balcony. - The students watched the Pineville Night of Lights Parade fro... See more