Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
Good morning, Shreveport.
The Macedonia House held a grand re-opening to expand its services for families in Shreveport—offering a food pantry, clothing closet, job and life skills workshops, and emergency financial help.
Local officials attended the event to support the center’s efforts to help improve lives.
The Shreveport Police Department invites the public to attend a Community Compass Seminar on March 26 at 1 p.m. at 1121 Forum Drive in Shreveport — with Sheriff Whitehorn hosting a session on evidence-based methods to lower violent crime.
Police and the sheriff will work with the community — sharing steps to solve problems and build trust.
Shreveport Fire Department responded at 9:53 a.m. on March 21 to a mobile RV fire on W.
70th St and Engine 16 quickly performed a forcible entry and search and rescue with 10 units and 18 firefighters, pulling a victim from a bedroom who was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries—fire investigators are still working to determine the cause while no firefighters were injured and no working smoke alarms were found.
A female driver crashed her vehicle into a paint and body shop on Sunday, March 23rd at 11 a.m. in the 500 block of North Market Street—she swerved sharply to avoid a turning car—and EMS rescued her and took her to a hospital while her car and the building were heavily damaged.
Louisiana State Broadband Office is working to bring internet access to nearly 6,500 households and businesses in Bossier Parish and across the state.
Officials say construction will begin soon pending federal approval, and fast internet will reach Bossier Parish in 18 to 24 months + 90 percent of cables will be placed underground as part of a public safety plan.
318 Restaurant Week will take place from March 30 to April 5 and will offer deals on breakfast, lunch and dinner at 44 local restaurants to support business—dining options include $10 breakfasts, $15 lunches and $25 dinners.
Fifteen high school athletes from northwest Louisiana are nominated for the Athlete of the Week award—voting is open online until Thursday night with the winner announced Saturday.
The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office will host its first Hip Hop to the Free Throw Line youth basketball event at Legion Hills Community Center, located at 1004 S- Pardue in Vivian, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on April 19.
Teams of six in age groups 5-6, 7-10, and 11-13 can register by March 28.
LSU women's basketball—fresh from a first-round win—will meet Florida State today at 5 p.m. on ESPN2 in the NCAA Tournament second round.
The No. 3 seed Tigers are predicted to win 94-89—helping them advance to the Sweet 16—while trying to slow Florida State star Ta'Niya Latson.
Eli Young Band Concert
The Eli Young Band will perform live at the Louisiana Grandstand in Shreveport.
Josh Johnson: The Flowers Tour
Josh Johnson will perform live as part of The Flowers Tour at The Strand Theatre in Shreveport.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Young Life's Fun-In-The-Sun Run 5k
8:00-10:15 a.m. — Young Life — Entry fee unknown — Participate in a vibrant community run to benefit camp experiences for local kids.
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