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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Starting June 2, eligible Caddo Parish seniors will receive fans Monday—Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon through a program run by the Caddo Council on Aging. The program accepts new fan donations and will continue until August 29. Shreveport Bossier Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sextortion scams trick children into sending pictures on social media and online games and then threaten to share them if they do not send more or pay money—experts say many of the victims are boys and the true number of cases could be much higher than reported. KTBS
- ➤ Thomas Lee Adam Davis, 50, pleaded guilty on May 19 in Caddo District Court after law enforcement found meth lab equipment in a self-storage unit during a raid on February 1 — he will return on June 24 for sentencing and may face 5 to 15 years in prison and a fine up to $25,000. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ On May 18, Shreveport police shot and killed Brandon Davenport (32) near Marshall and Crockett streets after responding to reports of an armed suspect, and his family is demanding unedited bodycam footage while Louisiana State Police investigate the incident. KSLA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Libbie Sonnier of the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children spoke Tuesday, May 20 at the state capitol to urge lawmakers to restore nearly $11 million cut from early childhood education programs—advocates say the funding is vital for child care and preschool. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Advocates urged Louisiana lawmakers Tuesday to restore nearly $9 million for early education after state budget cuts, saying the funds are needed to support child care and school readiness. The request came as the government boosted teacher stipends and set aside $94 million for the LA GATOR program—leaving only about $78 million for early education—raising concerns over child care access for thousands. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bossier Parish Police Jury warned that signal upgrades began yesterday at the Airline Drive and Kingston—Seen Point Roads intersection, causing delays, and similar work is underway today at Airline Drive and Swan Lake Road with deputies directing traffic. Each upgrade is expected to take 4 to 6 hours to complete. Shreveport Bossier Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Cancer Society says Louisiana has recorded 29,980 new cancer cases and 9,340 cancer deaths in 2025 with an incidence rate of 496.1 and a mortality rate of 165.2 (both above national averages). Prostate, breast, lung, colorectal, and kidney cancers are the most common while lung, breast, prostate, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers lead in deaths. Shreveport Times
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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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Monster Trucks Maniac Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Hirsch Memorial Coliseum — $25+ — Experience high-octane action as monster trucks take center stage in Shreveport.
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Sam's Run
8-10 a.m. — Louisiana State University in Shreveport — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community run supporting the Look in the Mirror Foundation.
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Creative Writing Workshop with M.L. Tarpley
12-1:30 p.m. — Shreve Memorial Library - Mooretown Branch — Free entry — Explore the art of storytelling with renowned children's author M.L. Tarpley in a dynamic workshop for teens.
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Louisiana Urban Gardening Initiative Workshop
4-5 p.m. — Mooretown Meeting Room — Free entry — Learn about urban and summer gardening techniques from Cenerica Smith of the Louisiana Urban Gardening Initiative.
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