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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Damion Sherfield, 23, was convicted yesterday in Caddo District Court for the second-degree murder of Roderick Walker, 29, who was fatally shot at the Village Food Store on February 15, 2022 + his sentencing is set for April 9 with a mandatory life sentence. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Three alleged murder suspects were indicted on two counts of second-degree murder for the December 27, 2024 deaths of cousins Tristavian and Jakeva Datcher in Shreveport—each facing a bond set at $1 million per count. KSLA
- ➤ Shreveport police are searching for 10-year-old Josiah Bates who ran away from Westwood Elementary School on March 26—he was last seen wearing a blue skull cap, blue jacket, purple and gold jersey, blue jeans, white shoes, and a white SpongeBob backpack. KSLA
- ➤ Shreveport police are seeking two missing teen girls from Lafayette — Natalie Nelson, 15, and Khloe Somerville, 16 — who were last seen traveling in a 2020 dark gray Kia Optima with license plate 302 HHV and are believed to be in the area. KSLA
- ➤ Jurors in Caddo District Court found Damion Sherfield guilty of second-degree murder after watching surveillance footage and muted police interview segments that showed him shooting Roderick Walker during a Feb. 15 convenience store incident on Jewella Avenue in Shreveport—footage that captured the key moments of the 2022 event—and the jury returned its verdict based on clear evidence. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Walk With a Purpose for survivors of violent crimes on April 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in downtown Shreveport starting at Texas Street & Marshall Street, and those interested must register by calling Malaysia Simon at 318-681-0870. KTAL
- ➤ Crews in Shreveport are inspecting thousands of homes for lead pipes to meet a federal rule to keep drinking water safe — 2,000 randomly chosen homes out of over 50,000 unknowns are being checked. Inspections that take about 10 to 15 minutes each will take about a year and a half to finish — workers will expand checks to whole neighborhoods if they find lead. KTBS
- ➤ Sen. Alan Seabaugh said on March 26th that the new Louisiana congressional map is unconstitutional—he argued that its design undermines fair representation and may lead to political imbalance. KSLA
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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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