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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Caddo Parish Animal Services is seeking forever homes for two-month-old kittens Flex and Fluffy who arrived on May 7 and were cared for by a foster family before returning to the shelter. The facility on Monty Street offers a quick adoption process with a $50 fee (covering spay/neuter, microchip and vaccinations). KTAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 25, Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux honored Chef Niema DiGrazia at City Hall—she was recognized for her win on Beat Bobby Flay and her contributions to the local culinary scene. KSLA
- ➤ A neighbor in Broadmoor has complained for years about flooding and cracked drainage near his home, so City crews inspected the area on June 25th. The City’s water and sewer department said a joint project between departments—pending contractor availability—will schedule repairs in the coming months. KTAL
- ➤ A Broadmoor resident said his property has suffered from four years of flooding and a cracked road on Grover Place—city crews inspected the site and noted a joint project by Water and Sewerage and Streets and Drainage will be planned. Officials warned that delays securing contractors may extend repairs for months—residents can report issues via the Port City 311 app or by calling customer service. KTAL
- ➤ Top national security experts met Tuesday at LSU Shreveport for the annual Nuclear Triad Symposium—looking at America’s nuclear defense amid evolving global threats. Leaders from the Air Force, Navy and other agencies stressed the need to update old systems—supporting stronger partnerships and policy changes for future deterrence. KTBS
- ➤ Barksdale Air Force Base hosted the Hiring Our Heroes Amplify workshop for military spouses yesterday and is holding a Career Summit and Hiring Fair today at the BUFF Event Center—located at 155 Rickenbacker Ave—to provide career training and networking for transitioning service members, veterans and caregivers of wounded warriors. KTBS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Centenary hired former Huntington cheerleader Destiny Duhon as assistant coach for Cheer and STUNT programs while adding Merlinn Campagna for women's soccer and Joe O’Sullivan for men's soccer—each coach bringing broad experience to enhance the teams’ success. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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Hairspray - Stage Center Production
7:30 p.m. — Marjorie Lyons Playhouse — $30 Adult / $25 Senior/Military / $22 Student — Enjoy the lively musical 'Hairspray' featuring a diverse local cast and upbeat 1960s tunes.
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Shane Pons Unplugged
6:30-10 p.m. — Casa Jimador — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with live music and stories from Shane Pons and Nick Tingle.
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Summer Soup's On!
5-7 p.m. — Marilynn's Place — $20-$30 — Cool off with refreshing summer soups and compete for the best recipe.
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