Dave Benson was honored on Thursday, Dec. 15, as he heads into retirement. For the last 26 years, he represented Ward 4 on the Alexandria City Council.
The Alexandria City Council approved the tax levy and the overall budget at its meeting Monday night, Dec. 12 after holding a truth in taxation public hearing.
THC is derived from hemp and can treat or prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer medications. It was legalized statewide on July 1 in a surprise move by the state Legislature.