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Monday, September 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • After 26 years in business, Dixie Maze Farms will hold its final Fall Fest from Sept. 27 until Nov. 1 as the owners plan to retire—ending a local tradition that began in 1999 and brought rides, outdoor movies, and campfire experiences to the community.  KSLA
  • The Block by Block team was honored at the Keep Louisiana Beautiful Conference—speaking on a panel about their initiative and winning the Community Improvement Award. Leaders from around Louisiana later met with the team to discuss how to bring Block by Block to their own cities.  Shreveport Bossier Journal
  • A Shreveport Girl Scout troop completed its Silver Award Project on Sept. 27 by building a ramp at Caddo Parish Animal Shelter—this effort aimed to improve access for dogs and encourage adoptions.  KSLA

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Just after 1 a.m. Sunday, Caddo Fire Districts 3, 4, and 6 responded to flames at the Woolworth Road Landfill using a thermal imaging drone, heavy machinery capped burning material—firefighters maintained control while smoke may linger for several hours.  KTBS
  • A fire started early on Sept. 28 at Woolworth Road Landfill and burned several acres—investigators are looking into the cause.  KSLA

CRIME NEWS

  • St. Paul’s Methodist Church held an outdoor service in Allendale on Sept. 28 to honor victims of a mass shooting from Sept. 20 that killed Johnny Ray Robinson, 42.  KSLA

CULTURE NEWS

  • On Sept. 28, the first weekend of the 49th Red River Revel Arts Festival ended in Shreveport with lively art displays and music. Organizers said the festival will return next weekend—continuing to offer local art and community fun.  KSLA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Shreveport officials announced that they will spend over $111K on a five-year contract to replace outdated Taser X2s with 30 new Axon Taser 10s as support for the older model ended. The upgrade will align city marshals with police and taxpayer funds will cover the purchase (the deal begins with $25,399 this year and $21,594 each year through 2029).  KTBS

SPORTS NEWS

  • Voting is now open for the Shreveport Times Athlete of the Week award featuring candidates from volleyball, swimming, cross country, and cheerleading at 16 local high schools — fans may cast votes online until Thursday. The winner will be announced on Saturday and will receive a backpack, a boxed lunch combo, and additional swag.  Shreveport Times
  • Athletes of varying abilities met at Lee Hedges Stadium on Saturday for a track and field competition—Move United sanctioned the GUMBO State Governor’s Games, a series of adaptive events including races and field sports for competitors with physical, visual, hearing, or intellectual impairments.  KTAL
  • Shreveport native Sam Burns and the USA team tried to come back on Sunday in the Ryder Cup but lost when his drive on the 18th went into a sand trap, giving Europe a 15-13 win.  Shreveport Bossier Journal
  • Fifteen Shreveport-Bossier high school football players are nominated in the Week 4 Athlete of the Week poll and voters can cast their ballots on the Shreveport Times website through Thursday— the winner will be announced on Saturday and will win prizes from local sponsors.  Shreveport Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Chicken & Blues Festival

    10 AM – 10 PM — Louisiana State University in Shreveport — Cost TBD — Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of blues music and culinary delights with local flavors and community spirit.

    Sat, 10/4/25

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  • Lyle Lovett Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-blending sounds of Lyle Lovett from country to jazz in an intimate theatre setting.

    Thu, 10/9/25

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  • The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

    8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets on sale now — A classical spin on legendary Rock & Metal in a uniquely dark atmosphere.

    Fri, 10/10/25

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  • Going Beyond Live with Priscilla Shirer

    9 a.m. — Brookshire Grocery Arena — $90 — Experience a day of encouragement and fellowship with the Women of First Bossier.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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