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Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office said that the Smokin’ Guns and Family Fun Day was a huge success as community members enjoyed fishing, shooting competitions, kite flying and burgers on the grill. The office thanked all participants, volunteers and vendors including Teeco Safety + Black Bayou Armory + Patrick’s Gun Shop + Safari Land and is already looking forward to next year. Shreveport Bossier Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chasing Aces in Bossier City opens today at 11 a.m. after 16 months of development and offers a par three course, a putting course + baseball home run dugout to entertain families. KTBS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Caddo District Court judge sentenced Noel Deon Garner to life in prison—without probation, parole or sentence suspension—for fatally shooting Shreveporter Jermond Houston during a January 20, 2022, incident at a West 70th Street Shell Station. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Calvary junior Kynzee Anderson earned the Louisiana Farm Bureau Insurance Miss Softball award after posting a 24 to 1 record, a 1.26 ERA, 245 strikeouts, a .466 average, 14 home runs and 45 RBIs while leading her team to its fifth consecutive state title. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Shreveport native Sam Burns finished tied for seventh at the U.S. Open on Sunday after his drive landed in a waterlogged section on the 15th fairway and officials denied him relief, which led to a double bogey that cost him the lead. He earned $614,423 following a strong 65 at Oakmont Country Club and was commended for his calm handling of the ruling—analysts noted his composure under pressure. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ LSU baseball advanced in the College World Series after a 4-1 win over Arkansas and will face UCLA today at 6 p.m. on ESPN; a win will move the Tigers to Wednesday's game while a loss sends them to Tuesday's contest. Shreveport Times
- ➤ LSU will face UCLA tonight at 6 p.m. in Omaha during the College World Series winners bracket game, and head coach Jay Johnson said all pitchers except starter Kade Anderson are available after his seven innings in Saturday’s four to one win over Arkansas—pitching depth is expected to be crucial for the Tigers in the matchup. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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2025 Calumet Open Golf Tournament
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Northwood Hills Country Club — Entry fee required — Test your golf game for a good cause while supporting local first responder agencies.
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The Robbys 2025 Gala
7 p.m. — Robinson Film Center — Support local cinema — Experience the magic of musicals from Wicked to Grease at this themed gala.
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Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast
8-9 a.m. — Sam's Town Hotel & Casino — $15 admission — Network with local partners and learn about community programs over breakfast.
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Sportspectrum Firecracker 5k Race for Research
7:30-10:00 a.m. — Mall St. Vincent — Check website for entry fees — Celebrate the 41st Anniversary of a community run supporting research and wellness.
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Sir Charles Farewell Show
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Check website for price — Celebrate the blues at this farewell performance.
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Christmas In July 5K/10K/Half Marathon
7-11 a.m. — Walker Place Park — Entry fee required — Celebrate the holiday spirit in the summer with a festive run.
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TMM Project: Color Our Culture
12 p.m. — Shreve Memorial Library - Atkins Branch — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of global art with live music and dance performances.
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