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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport Volunteer Network is collecting supplies for Texas flood victims from the July 4 floods that claimed over 100 lives, and donations can be dropped off at its warehouse on 8924 Jewella Ave—key items are cleaning supplies, plastic totes, diapers, formula, and water. Volunteers are finalizing plans on Sunday and will use a high water vehicle to cross flooded areas and deliver supplies to Leander, Texas—local residents are also starting separate drives to aid first responders. KSLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Qualifying ended today for several races in northwest Louisiana ahead of the Oct. 11 election; most positions were decided with a single candidate while some seats remain open due to low candidate turnout + local officials like Brent Moreland qualified for offices in Bossier and areas in Caddo. KTBS
- ➤ Shreveport has launched a new website that lets residents track 163 capital projects—this dashboard shows details on project costs, timelines, and funding for police buildings, streets, sewers, and facilities. City officials said updates will be provided as bonds are sold and construction begins later in 2025. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Since July 5, four Shreveport Fire Department technicians have been in Kerrville, Texas to help with flood rescue efforts after the Fourth of July floods in the Texas Hill Country. They operate from a base camp in Round Mountain—about an hour from Kerrville—and coordinate with Arizona Task Force One to launch rescue boats for those in need. KSLA
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Querbes Park Golf Course in Shreveport is celebrating its 100th anniversary this weekend by hosting a centennial tournament where 11 randomly selected golfers have a chance at a $1 million hole-in-one + 82 others will compete for a $12,000 Pebble Beach trip. The park will also bury a time capsule to be opened in 2125 to honor its long history + community memories. KTBS
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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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Primus Onward & Upward Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an electrifying performance by Primus and special guest MonoNeon during their summer tour.
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Shreveport Card Show
9 AM – 3 PM — AcroSports and The Fieldhouse — Affordable entry — Explore 115 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, and collectibles for enthusiasts of all levels.
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River Cities Triathlon
7-11 a.m. — Cypress Black Bayou Recreation and Water Conservation District — Limited spots available — Challenge yourself with a triathlon amidst the scenic beauty of Cypress Black Bayou.
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Brit Floyd: WISH YOU WERE HERE 50
7:30-9 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd's iconic album with breathtaking visuals and soundscapes.
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