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Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Martha's Market, a new food pantry in Shreveport with a grocery store model, offers income-eligible residents a dignified shopping experience, focusing on healthy choices and education. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ The Shreveport Guaranteed Income Program, providing $660 monthly to 110 single-parent families, resulted in improved financial stability, food security, and parenting time, with positive feedback from participants and support from various community leaders. Shreveport Bossier Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A collision on Hwy. 1 in Red River Parish between an SUV and a pickup resulted in the death of Shreveport resident Melvin Henix and severe injuries to another driver, with the crash currently under investigation. Shreveport Bossier Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Multipack Services is hosting a job fair aiming to fill 141 new positions with an average salary of over $51,000. KSLA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caddo Parish has implemented a parish-wide burn ban effective Oct. 7 due to dry conditions and unfavorable weather forecasts. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport-Bossier high school football head coaches share heartfelt tributes to their most influential mentors, highlighting the personal and professional impact these figures have had on their coaching careers. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Parkway High School's football team achieved an unexpected 46-35 victory over previously unbeaten Byrd, despite playing with a backup quarterback and missing several key players. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Loyola senior linebacker Carter Doyal, balancing academics and athletics, chooses to prioritize his academic future over pursuing college football despite his success on the field. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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True Blues and R&B Music Festival
Experience a night of soulful blues music from top artists at the True Blues event, promising good vibes and dancing.
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Autumn Breeze Road Race
Experience the vibrant Autumn Breeze Road Race at Uptown Center, featuring competitive entry fees and a friendly atmosphere for runners of all ages.
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Experience Eric Johnson Live
Experience a thrilling concert with guitarist Eric Johnson at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, showcasing his unique sound and musicianship.
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Evening Prayer and Spiritual Discussion at All Saints
Experience a welcoming evening of prayer, dinner, and engaging discussions on 'Spiritual Classics' at All Saints Anglican Church.
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Kansas: 50th Anniversary Tour
Celebrate the legendary rock band Kansas as they perform live during their 50th anniversary tour at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium.
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Jelly Roll's Beautifully Broken Tour
Experience Jelly Roll's Beautifully Broken Tour featuring special guests Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay at the Brookshire Grocery Arena.
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Pumpkin Shine Festival 2024
Experience a delightful evening of family-friendly festivities at Southfield School's Pumpkin Shine in Betty Virginia Park.
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ASAC Men's Fellowship and Study Group
Experience a weekly gathering for men at All Saints Anglican Church focused on prayer, discussion, and study of The Letter of James in the New Testament.
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Flatland Cavalry Live with Laci Kaye Booth
Experience an evening of live music featuring the acclaimed band Flatland Cavalry alongside artist Laci Kaye Booth at the historic Shreveport Municipal Auditorium.
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OAL Fall Continuing Education Conference in Shreveport
Experience 8 hours of live continuing education tailored for optometrists at the Hilton Shreveport.
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