Saturday, January 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is actively preventing hypothermia in Louisiana by offering shelter and essentials to the unhoused amid a cold spell. KSLA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport Fire Department swiftly controlled a fire at the former Oak Meadows Apartments with no reported injuries. Shreveport Bossier Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport Police Department is seeking two individuals, Kelvin Bivens and Cartilieus Claville, for their involvement in a January 7 shooting at a local motel, leaving one man seriously injured. KSLA
- ➤ A 16-year-old, J’Marion Salsberry, accused of an armed robbery in Shreveport will be tried as an adult, following a decision by the Caddo Parish District Attorney. KTAL
- ➤ Tony Carver was arrested by Shreveport Police for organized retail theft and resisting an officer, marking his 13th theft-related offense within a year. Shreveport Bossier Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU Health Shreveport is expanding with new research facilities, expecting economic and academic growth, driven by advancements in cardiovascular research, neuroscience, and virology. KTAL
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Athletes from schools including Parkway, Captain Shreve, and Huntington are highlighted for their outstanding performances in basketball for the week of January 6-10. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Recent high school soccer games in the Shreveport area saw significant wins and losses among boys and girls teams. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Huntington girls basketball coach Brian Shyne received a 45-day suspension from the Louisiana High School Athletic Association for alleged actions in a game, claims the decision was made without full investigation. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
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T.I.E. - Alcohol Addiction Support Meeting
This event provides information and resources for individuals seeking Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) support in Shreveport, Louisiana.
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CAPM Certification Classroom Training in Shreveport, LA
This four-day intensive training course provides comprehensive preparation for the CAPM certification exam, featuring interactive classroom sessions, e-learning access, and hands-on activities.
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Valentine's Cocktail Class at The Bell
This event offers an opportunity to learn how to make three Valentine's-themed cocktails while enjoying charcuterie in a festive atmosphere.
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