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Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ShrevePride is hosting its fifth Field Gay event to bring back fun field day games at A.C. Steere Park on Saturday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event offers classic games (with a new Giant Cornhole) and community booths (including food trucks) for families to enjoy. KSLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Inspired Book Club announced its summer selection, the reimagined classic James by Percival Everett that retells Mark Twain's story with Jim as the narrator. The virtual discussion (June 10 at 12:15 p.m.) will let readers explore Jim's new journey to freedom. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Louisiana is hosting many spring festivals in 2025 with events focused on music, art and food. Residents can enjoy major celebrations in New Orleans and Baton Rouge as well as local festivals in Shreveport—dates range from March through June. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ The Centenary Youth Orchestra will perform its free spring concert 'Flash! Bang!' on Monday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Anderson Auditorium, featuring winners of the Concerto and Vocal Competitions along with Centenary Soprano Nina Guerrero; conductor Dan Santelices said the show will honor senior members nearing graduation and include exciting percussion pieces — a promise to engage the audience. KTAL
- ➤ Shreveport-Bossier's 318 Restaurant Week will run from March 30 to April 5 and feature six special evening dining experiences with local chefs such as Tootie Morrison and Damien 'Chapeaux' Chapman. The week will also offer daily lunch and dinner specials along with events like a bourbon tasting, a barbecue trolley tour, a family fish fry, and a Persian dinner with dancing. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rapper Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson was at the Shreveport City Council meeting when officials approved a 30-year lease for Stageworks Louisiana, allowing his firm to change the venue for sports and entertainment events. The lease includes a 15-year renewal and costs $200 a month — his team will handle the facility’s maintenance and operations. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Shreveport firefighters completed a 40-hour Vehicle Extrication training course that taught life-saving techniques for rescuing people trapped in car crashes—captains Evan Bayton and Jesse Davis led the training during the week beginning March 17th—preparing the department for future emergencies. KTAL
- ➤ Consolidated Water/Sewerage District #1 announced boil advisories for Princeton Road residents due to water line breaks during upgrades to the Village Water System — crews will also close one lane on Princeton Road from Winfield Road to Drake Drive from today until May 23, operating Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Residents must boil water before use and follow all posted signs in the construction zone. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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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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