Alexandria, September 28, 2025
News Summary
The Peabody Magnet High School Homecoming Parade and football game have been canceled due to credible threats of violence. Local authorities reported sightings of individuals armed with long-gun weapons, prompting safety concerns for attendees and participants. This decision follows recent violent incidents nearby and aims to ensure the safety of students and alumni. Plans to reschedule the football game are underway, and discussions for a future alumni event are being considered as the community process the disappointment of the cancellation.
Alexandria – The Homecoming Parade and football game scheduled for Peabody Magnet High School on Saturday, September 27, 2025, have been officially canceled due to credible threats. The announcement was made in a news release from the City of Alexandria, which indicated that these threats posed a risk to parade-goers, students, and alumni.
The cancellation stems from verified intelligence regarding retaliatory threats from individuals outside of Rapides Parish. Local authorities reported that some individuals were seen carrying long-gun weapons with intentions to harm those attending the parade. These threats reportedly relate to a recent violent incident at the Super Daqx bar, located outside of Alexandria.
On the same day of the announcement, the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office (RPSO) responded to multiple emergency calls about shots fired at an establishment in the 7500 block of U.S. 71 S. Upon arrival, deputies discovered multiple shooting victims, who were subsequently transported to local hospitals by private means. While the initial investigation indicated that four individuals had been shot, their current status remains unknown. The RPSO is continuing to investigate the situation, emphasizing the seriousness of the threats made against the homecoming events.
In light of these safety considerations, Peabody Magnet High School, in coordination with local law enforcement, decided to cancel the planned festivities out of an abundance of caution. The school intends to reach out to the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) to arrange for a rescheduled date and time for the football game, which will be announced soon.
Mayor Jacques Roy of Alexandria also addressed the public, emphasizing that the decision to cancel the homecoming events was prompted solely by threats from outside the community, not by any incidents taking place within the city limits. He highlighted the necessity for preventive measures in response to credible threats against innocent parade-goers.
Despite the cancellation of the traditional homecoming festivities, tentative plans for a future event honoring Peabody Alumni were discussed, providing classmates and community members a chance to celebrate the school’s legacy and history. Peabody Magnet High School, established in the late 1800s, has long been a key institution in Alexandria, originally serving as the only public school for black students in grades one through seven.
Alumni have expressed their disappointment and grief regarding the cancellation, particularly as many had aimed to honor the memories of classmates who have passed away. This year’s planned events held particular significance for them as they sought to preserve the legacy of the school and the contributions of its alumni.
As the community comes to terms with the cancellation, the focus remains on safety and support for the victims of the recent shooting incident, with ongoing investigations to ensure such threats are thoroughly addressed in the future.
FAQ
Why was the Peabody Magnet High School Homecoming Parade and game canceled?
The event was canceled due to credible threats of violence targeting parade-goers, Peabody students, and alumni, based on threats confirmed by local law enforcement.
What kind of threats were made?
Authorities reported credible intelligence regarding individuals with long-gun weapons intending to harm those at the parade, related to a violent incident at an establishment outside of Alexandria.
How many people were affected by the shooting incident reported on the same day?
Initial investigations reported four shooting victims, whose current status has not been publicly released.
What are the plans for rescheduling the homecoming football game?
Peabody Magnet High School plans to contact the Louisiana High School Athletic Association to arrange a new date for the football game, to be announced at a later time.
Is there any plan for a makeup event for the canceled homecoming?
There are tentative plans for an event to honor Peabody Alumni, although final details are still being discussed.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Type | Homecoming Parade and Football Game |
| Cancellation Reason | Credible threats involving firearms aimed at parade-goers |
| Shooting Incident | Multiple shots fired, four victims reported |
| Authority Involved | Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office |
| Future Plans | Rescheduling the game, planning makeup event for alumni |
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