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Monday, September 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 64-year-old Solomon Boyd was struck by a vehicle while riding his mobility scooter on the 100 block of East Stoner Avenue early Friday, September 5 and he died from his injuries on September 7 after being taken to Ochsner LSU. KTAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport Police Department announced that 23-year-old Hunter Taylor, high functioning on the Autism Spectrum and last seen leaving his Atlantic Avenue home early Friday, has been found and is safe—officials ask anyone with more information to contact them immediately. KTBS
- ➤ A 27-year-old woman, Kalisia Franklin, died at a local hospital at 1:30 p.m. on Sept 6 after being fatally injured in a domestic incident at a home in the 3100 block of DeSoto Street in Ingleside in west-central Shreveport—authorities say the investigation is ongoing. KSLA
- ➤ The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office warned residents in Dixie Gardens about a door-to-door scam where a man took more than $2,900 by offering home repairs that he never completed—authorities urge residents to remain cautious amid recent parking ticket scams. KTAL
- ➤ The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office warns local residents in Dixie Gardens that a man is scamming them by taking upfront payments for home repairs and has reportedly collected over $2,900—authorities urge anyone with information to call the non-emergency number. Shreveport Bossier Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport Regional Arts Council is in the public voting phase for a $120k three-year grant to launch a free outdoor music series at Caddo Common Park starting in 2026. Voters can cast their ballots online, by text or via a QR code from September 5 to 15 as SRAC aims to bring diverse music styles to the park. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Caddo Magnet junior Violet Collier won the Shreveport Times Preseason Fan's Choice Volleyball Player of the Year poll by earning 27,255 votes — 42% of the total— and outlasting 19 candidates. She will receive a sports duffel bag and gift card from local sponsors. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Fifteen local athletes have been named to the Week 1 Football Player of the Week poll after strong performances last week, and fans can vote on the Shreveport Times website through Friday evening. The winner will receive a prize package—including a backpack, meal card, and swag—from local sponsors. Shreveport Times
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Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast
8-9 AM — Supperclub — $15 — Network and share insights with local industry partners over breakfast.
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Hudson Westbrook: Texas Forever Fall Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets on sale June 25 — Experience the country music sensation Hudson Westbrook live for one night only!
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4th Annual Mane Attraction Car Show
1-9 p.m. — State Fairgrounds — Free venue parking — Rev your engines and showcase your hottest rides at this thrilling car showcase.
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Betty Buckley Concert
3:30 AM – 9:00 PM — The Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable performance by the renowned Betty Buckley, a Broadway legend.
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16th Annual Bunco Bash & Silent Auction
6-10 p.m. — Bally's Shreveport Casino & Hotel — Ticket sales ended — Enjoy an evening of fun and fundraising for the Renzi Education & Art Center.
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