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Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office will invite community members to join a Walk With Purpose event on Monday, April 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Downtown Shreveport, and participants will register by contacting Malaysia Simon at 318-681-0870. Shreveport Bossier Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A local couple, Ryan and Kalli Combs, announced SocialCon, the city’s first social media conference, scheduled for June 7 at Eleven Events on Texas Avenue—designed to give creators and entrepreneurs hands-on insights into digital marketing and social media trends. Shreveport's Secrets
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Caddo Parish grand jury in Shreveport returned three indictments for second-degree murder after police arrested a 19-year-old and two 21-year-olds—Alissa Loreaunna Rogers, Deaiviantan Deshun Davis and Rufus Odell Anderson—on $1 million bonds for a December shooting that killed cousins Tristavian and Jakeva Datcher at Cross Lake Apartments on December 27th at 10:24 p.m. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Contractor Justin Penn pleaded guilty to fraud on Thursday morning in the 26th Judicial District Court—families reported paying for work that was left unfinished and he now faces up to 10 years in prison as state officials plan tighter checks on contractor licenses. KTBS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A trolley tour during 318 Restaurant Week is taking riders to four local BBQ hotspots in Shreveport—organized by local marketer Paul Savage, Jr., owner of Savage Creative Solutions—and offers residents a chance to taste the city’s best BBQ flavors. Shreveport's Secrets
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Midway Elementary School is hosting its first food and culture festival where pre-K to 5th students explore food, music and traditions from countries such as Jamaica, Japan, Italy, Palestine, Nigeria and England. Principal Lashonda Diouf said the event shows new ways for children to learn about the world—bringing global traditions right to the classroom. KTAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kelly Rouse, winner of Remarkable Woman of the ArkLaTex 2024, is advising lawmakers through the Louisiana Rare Disease Advisory Council—she is researching a book for caregivers and will organize eight Autism Awareness Month events in April to support those with special needs. KTAL
SHOP NEWS
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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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PMP Certification Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Hotel Shreveport Louisiana — $1599 — Transform your project management skills with 32 hours of hands-on training and certification preparation.
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