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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bossier City Farmers Market — held in the parking lot of Pierre Bossier Mall — will open on April 5th. The market will host over 80 vendors who offer fresh produce, handmade goods and a chance to connect with neighbors every Saturday through November. KTAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport police arrested eight people during the March 2025 Blitz sting operation targeting stores like Target, Lowe’s, and TJ Maxx—officials said Michael Griffin was charged with habitual felony theft after 19 prior theft convictions. KTAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSUS set a new enrollment record this spring with 10,926 students—nearly 7% above last spring's count and 75 more than last fall, and it is growing in all programs while expecting to exceed recruiting targets for Fall 2025. KTBS
- ➤ The Caddo Parish School Board has proposed closing Blanchard Elementary, Queensborough Elementary and 81st Street Early Childhood Center to consolidate students with Donnie Bickham Middle School, JS Clark Academy and Atkins Elementary — the board will vote on the recommendations on April 15 and use building sale proceeds to fund future school construction. KTAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux proposed and the City Council approved Ordinance 18, which went into effect April 3 to address illegal squatting in Highland by giving police the authority to cite squatters on vacant properties lacking utilities—officers will enforce the law with a new initiative called A.S.K. B.L.U.E. to keep neighborhoods safe. KTAL
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North DeSoto baseball coach Bo Odom reached his 500th career win on Thursday night during his team’s 18 to 2 victory over Minden held in that town. He celebrated 28 years of coaching while also serving as the school’s assistant football coach as his team improved to a 17 to 9 record. Shreveport Times
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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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Shreveport Blues Festival
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Brookshire Grocery Arena — Enjoy soulful blues performances at the 17th Annual Shreveport Blues Festival.
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Taco Wars Festival
Taco Wars — Daytime — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Entry TBA — Experience the Ark-La-Tex's biggest taco festival featuring local taquerias competing for the best taco and salsa!
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No Guarantee Group Meeting
7-8 p.m. — St. Luke's United Methodist — Free entry — Participate in a welcoming discussion focused on recovery and support for newcomers.
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Cinco de Mayo Tequila Tasting
6-7:30 p.m. — The Bell — Must be 21+ — Enjoy premium tequila paired with chocolate and authentic tacos in a festive celebration.
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