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Monday, April 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport firefighters responded to a major fire at a house on the 2400 block of Kemp Lane in the MLK neighborhood yesterday morning — the blaze claimed three lives and left one person in critical condition as investigators work to determine the cause. KTBS
- ➤ On April 6, a house fire in north Shreveport killed two women and a girl and left another child critically injured—firefighters from 13 units and 31 firefighters worked to control the blaze in the MLK neighborhood—while local hospitals pronounced the victims dead. KSLA
- ➤ Early Sunday morning, a house fire in Shreveport’s MLK neighborhood took three lives and left one person in critical condition as firefighters reported no working smoke detectors and investigators said the blaze started in the front room. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In March, Caddo Parish courts convicted several Shreveport residents for serious crimes—teen Eric Dewayne Green was found guilty of second-degree murder for a school killing and Damion Sherfield was convicted in a clerk murder—with others facing long prison terms for domestic violence, sexual battery and gun offenses, and some sentencing set for early April. Shreveport Bossier Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The FCC is asking for public input to update outdated media rules that hinder local broadcasters from adapting to new technology. The public may submit comments through April 14 — officials will use the feedback to decide on potential rule changes — to support quality local news. KTAL
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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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Derby Day 5 Miler & 5K
7:30-9:30 a.m. — D1 Training Shreveport — $25-$40 — Participate in a fun-running event featuring both 5-mile and 5k races.
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