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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two 18-wheelers collided on I-20 westbound near the West Bert Kouns exit on March 19 at 5:55 a.m., causing a diesel fuel spill that crews began containing with help from the Louisiana State Police and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality at 6:03 a.m., and no injuries were reported as the cause remains under investigation. KSLA
- ➤ A house fire broke out Wednesday morning on the 4000 block of Marion Place in the Country Club neighborhood and injured one person—who was taken to the hospital as firefighters battled heavy smoke from the second story. KTBS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport police are intensifying their search for a suspect after gunfire outside Haze on Texas early Saturday morning left two people dead and two injured — investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and talking to witnesses. KTBS
- ➤ Shreveport police are investigating a shooting in the Allendale neighborhood on the 1900 block of Ford Street—near N. Dale Avenue—that left a female injured with serious gunshot wounds on March 19 at 11:50 p.m. Shreveport Bossier Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Secretary of Revenue Richard Nelson visited KTBS 3 studio to talk about Amendment 2, which will be on the March 29 ballot—he said the plan will lower income tax rates and give more tax breaks to seniors. The amendment will also limit government growth, change how certain funds work, keep property tax exemptions for homes and churches, and add a permanent teacher pay raise—steps meant to update state revenue rules. KTBS
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport city and business leaders approved a plan to convert The Petroleum Tower, one of the city’s earliest skyscrapers, into modern loft apartments and retail space. Louisiana Historic Development’s $30 million investment will create 117 units and re-purpose two nearby Edward Street properties—309 and 311—into parking to support a revived downtown area. KTAL
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Inaugural 4 On Fern Race
A new 4-mile race event featuring a flat course through the South Highlands neighborhood, offering cash prizes and awards to participants.
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Eli Young Band Concert
The Eli Young Band will perform live at the Louisiana Grandstand in Shreveport.
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Josh Johnson: The Flowers Tour
Josh Johnson will perform live as part of The Flowers Tour at The Strand Theatre in Shreveport.
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Open House at 6843 Honey Creek Lane
1-3 p.m. — Shreveport Property — $365,000 — Discover this charming home featuring 5 acres, a pond, and a spacious workshop ready for your next adventure.
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Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast
8-9 a.m. | American Rose Center | $15 | Network with industry partners while enjoying breakfast and learning about local programs.
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Nolan Taylor Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Louisiana Grandstand — Tickets include all taxes and fees — Experience the return of Nolan Taylor to this legendary listening room.
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Wizard of Oz Ballet
2:30 p.m. — Auditorium — Tickets start at $38 — Experience the magical journey of Dorothy and her friends in this enchanting ballet performance.
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Dance His High Praise
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Affordable tickets available — Experience an uplifting evening of dance and praise at a local venue.
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Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue
7-8:30 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an outrageous new comedy featuring the beloved Golden Girls as they navigate a wild new chapter in their lives.
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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6-7 p.m. — Scottish Rite Temple — Tickets selling fast — Experience the enchanting music of Hans Zimmer performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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