Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Shreveport officials unveiled the renovated Airport Park Pool today — its new slides and splash pad offer a fun place for local families to enjoy.
On Wednesday, Amazon awarded nearly $500,000 in grants up to $10,000 each to 46 nonprofits, schools, and community members across Caddo and Bossier parishes through its Northwest Louisiana Community Fund.
Representatives from Amazon and STACK attended the ceremony at Chef's Table by BeauxJax on Barksdale Boulevard.
The Delta Utilities Red River Balloon Rally returns to Louisiana Downs on July 10-11 — a 10th anniversary event featuring balloon glow, tethered rides, fireworks, live music, and special displays.
Hosted by the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission and Visit Shreveport-Bossier, it promises family fun and community connection.
Amazon and STACK awarded grants totaling $460K for 50 local initiatives at Chef’s Table by BeauxJax in Bossier City on Wednesday, July 8 — a boost ahead of planned data centers in Caddo and Bossier parishes supporting projects in education, child safety, and more.
🎓 Education
Fire Tech Systems president Linda Biernacki donated $27,000 to Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College for Project Rebuild to Rise at its 90-year-old Shreveport campus + the gift will expand enrollment and help launch new programs to meet local workforce needs.
Riverdale Academy in Red River Parish invites families to visit the small private school to learn how strong academics and community support prepare students for lasting success, and interested parents may contact Dr. Hunter Brown ([email protected]) for more details.
BOM Bank supports the Doyline High School Athletic Awards Banquet where student-athletes were honored for their hard work and achievements (pictured with Walt Richie and Melinda Williams).
The event highlights the school’s commitment to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
🏥 Health
After experiencing extreme fatigue during a Red River bass tournament, a local man was found to have seven blocked arteries and underwent quadruple bypass surgery in late June.
He is recovering steadily under his doctors' care (per his update).
🏈 Sports
BPCC basketball coach Jeff Moore, nicknamed Cajun for his Bayou ties, will be the tipoff speaker at the Louisiana High School Coaches Association Summer Clinic on Tuesday, July 21 at 9:30 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Baton Rouge & will share lessons from his first season at BPCC.
NSU’s head Track and Field coach was named Coach of the Year on Jul.
8 after a strong season on campus, marking his repeated success in leading the team.
🎉 Shreveport Events
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2026 NFF Red River Classic Natural Bodybuilding Competition
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Riverview Hall — Cash prizes — Celebrate the dedication of athletes in various bodybuilding categories at this exciting competition.
Disney's FROZEN Musical
7-9 p.m. — Marjorie Lyons Playhouse — Experience the beloved songs and story of Disney's Frozen in this magical musical adaptation.
Casey Martin Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Live Casino & Hotel Louisiana, Curio Collection by Hilton — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening of country music with local talent Casey Martin.
Casey Martin Live Performance
5:30-9:30 p.m. — East Ridge Country Club — Cost TBA — Enjoy a lively evening with country tunes from Shreveport's own Casey Martin.
Casey Martin Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Casa Jimador — Free entry — Enjoy a night of traditional and '90s country music with local artist Casey Martin.
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