Car Hire in Alexandria - Mini guide to Alexandria

Alexandria is located in the centre of Louisiana. The population of this city is around 148,000. Thirty-two percent of households in this area have children living in them and almost a quarter of the population is single mothers. Thirty percent of the population is below poverty.

This area was settled in the 1860s during the American Civil War. The area is cultivated with mostly cotton, sugar, alfalfa, and vegetables. The climate in this area is tropical and hot. The summers are very humid and the winters are only mild. Snowfall in this area is extremely rare but hurricanes sometimes affect Alexandria.

The recent hurricane, Rita, came in the year 2005 and caused much damage to roofs and structures throughout the town. On Texas Avenue every year there is a Mardi gras parade where partiers can enjoy 25 New Orleans style floats as well as bands and much more activities.

There is a popular museum located here called the Alexandria Museum of Art which was founded in the late 1970’s. The local newspaper is called The Town Talk and it has been in circulation since March of 1883. Located in the area you will also find Indian Creek, Kisatchie National Forest, and the big Alexandria Mall.

There are two hospitals in the area and they are both in the process of being expanded. The downtown district is currently growing with new bars and restaurants. The current mayor of the town is Jacques Roy who was elected in 2006. Most local elections are won over by democrats while in national elections the citizens usually elect a Republican. There are currently no train systems in Alexandria.

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