Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of September.
Good morning, Shreveport.
Developers of the Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier City are transforming the riverfront into a vibrant destination for families and music lovers with the planned addition of The Grandstand as a new music venue.
The project will offer a mix of daytime and evening experiences to boost local culture.
NSU’s Transition to RN pathway offers experienced health professionals a chance to earn an Associate of Science in Nursing degree while preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam.
The program is available on the Shreveport, Cenla and Leesville campuses and runs in three consecutive semesters.
Good Cravingz Food Truck took center stage for this week's Tasty Tuesday by serving scratch-made wings, nachos, baked potatoes, and sliders for lunch in Shreveport.
An audit of tenant Ruthie Nash’s rent records at Fairmont Apartments shows she may have double-paid rent on several months since 2021.
Nonprofit Shreveport’s Best (13) says she received a violation after raising mold concerns and is preparing to move to a new apartment.
High school football kicked off locally as fans enjoyed games and tailgate events; the Caddo Parish Commission shared details on a proposed $70 million sports complex ahead of the November election — a plan that may boost local sports facilities.
Von Miller, who recorded four tackles for Texas A&M in the 2009 Independence Bowl in Shreveport, is now honored as No. 15 on the Independence Bowl’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team.
The next player will be announced on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
State preseason polls show Calvary Baptist and Loyola earning top-10 rankings while no local public schools receive votes; area teams like Byrd + Parkway will face ranked opponents in Week 1 football games.
Local high school football kicks off this week with the Stars & Stripes Classic starting Thursday at Independence Stadium, featuring Calvary Baptist against Huntington and continuing Friday at local venues with Evangel Christian facing Parkway; the schedule spotlights rising recruits * including key players with college commitments.
The Shreveport-Bossier Journal launched its annual High School Football Pick 'Em contest on Monday, Aug.
31 to let local fans predict winners in 10 selected high school football games. Weekly winners receive $100 + a photo feature as the first round wraps up Friday, Sept. 4.
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