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Sunday, May 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport police announced that Cross Lake reached flood stage and is closed until further notice due to heavy rain. Boating and recreational activities have been halted — patrols are monitoring the water and will notify residents when it is safe to use the lake again. KTAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was shot multiple times on the 8100 block of Pines Road early on May 3 at 3 a.m. and was taken to hospital with injuries to his arms while police continue their investigation. KSLA
- ➤ Louisiana State Police issued a Level II missing child advisory for 9-year-old Jonathan Jones of Bossier City, who was last seen leaving his East Texas Street home on a black-and-blue bicycle at 5:30 p.m. Friday while wearing khaki shorts, black shoes and a navy-blue shirt; anyone with information is urged to call Bossier City police at 318-741-8977 or 911. KTBS
- ➤ On May 3, the Bossier City Police reported that 9-year-old Johnathan Jones was missing near Pepper Point Mobile Home Park on East Texas Street, where he was last seen wearing a blue polo shirt and khaki shorts—anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers for a cash reward. KSLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mark and Mike Mangham of Twin Blends uncovered artifacts including a shaving cream jar lid from the 1850s and a medicine bottle from Bogel and Duringer below the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce, which sits on the site of the former Jules Dreyfuss home built in 1886. They plan to return soon to continue digging the dark crawlspace—uncovering more of Shreveport’s hidden past. Shreveport Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU Shreveport and the City of Shreveport have partnered to offer a certificate training program in GIS for local residents, set to run from June 3 to 19 with classes held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon—this program will include hands-on learning at local cemeteries and costs $749, with some expenses possibly covered by a federal act. It is designed to strengthen workforce skills and support future local development. KTAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport Green reported that DOGE terminated $400 million in federal funding for AmeriCorps programs nationwide—including ShreveCorps. KSLA
- ➤ The Louisiana Secretary of State's office updates vote totals online every 90 seconds for statewide, legislative, and local races including Shreveport—providing voters with the latest results. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
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Beartooth Concert
6:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets available — Beartooth brings their Spring 2025 tour with special guests Until I Wake and Acres.
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Bonnie Raitt Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Cost info not specified — Experience the magic of 13-time Grammy Winner Bonnie Raitt performing live at a historic venue.
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John Crist Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — $57-$75 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian John Crist at the Strand Theatre.
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Family Adventure Day 2025
9 AM – 1 PM — Richard Fleming Park — Registration required — Experience a mix of fishing, canoeing, and archery for families with kids aged 6 and up.
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Coast Guard Appreciation Day
3 – 4 p.m. — Stoner Avenue Skate Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate and honor the dedicated service of the United States Coast Guard and community heroes.
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R&B On The Lawn
1-7 p.m. — Caddo Common Park — $20 — Experience a day of soulful tunes, delicious food, and good vibes in Shreveport's vibrant outdoor setting.
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Luxury Open House at 1121 Forest Trail
7-9 p.m. — 1121 Forest Trail — $1,095,000 — Experience luxury in this grand new construction home with top-of-the-line amenities.
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90's R&B Fest
8 PM – 12 AM — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets from $69 — Jam out to your favorite 90's R&B hits in all white attire.
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