Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of July.
Good morning, Shreveport.
🏘️ Community
Retired firefighters gather every two months for a luncheon in Shreveport to share food & stories and remember their decades of service together.
They support each other by celebrating a bond forged on the line and honoring lost comrades.
💼 Business
Construction crews at Shreveport Regional Airport are building the first international arrivals and departures area at Gate 1 for nonstop flights to Cancun by summer 2027 while new service to Chicago begins this October.
🏛️ Government
Two Type III Swift Water Rescue Teams have been deployed by local fire departments & Caddo Parish to support Texas in its flood response efforts as part of Louisiana’s Urban Search and Rescue program.
Seven responders from Shreveport and surrounding districts are leaving today to assist neighbors in need.
The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office plans to host a seminar on stalking to guide residents on recognition and prevention.
More details (time and location) are expected to be announced soon.
🏥 Health
The North Louisiana Criminalistics Laboratory has confirmed cychlorphine — a synthetic opioid possibly five times stronger than fentanyl — in drug submissions from seven parishes including Caddo and Rapides, and officials warn that counterfeit pills may carry this dangerous ingredient.
🏈 Sports
Tony Montgomery of Bossier Parish CC was named among the top 18 at a national junior college basketball showcase last weekend and will compete today and Friday at the Legends Event Center in Bryan Texas as college coaches scout his skills.
Northwestern junior pitcher Kevin Robinson will join the Hyannis Harbor Hawks next week on July 20, making him the first active Demon to play in the Cape Cod League since 2015 + he will pitch in the final 11 games of the regular season to build his experience.
BPCC men's basketball team earned an award & Bossier Parks and Recreation said fall youth sports registration will close soon.
🎉 Shreveport Events
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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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