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WWE Hall of Fame Member is Coming to Geek’d Con
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here. The guest lineup will include...
Government Officials Question SWEPCO’s Preparations For Storms
After another round of severe weather has taken power out to tens-of-thousands of residents in northwest Louisiana, some officials are reexamining who's responsible. While its obvious that no person or company is responsible for severe weather, the question surrounds how companies are preparing for severe weather when there is advanced warning.
Shreveport Council Denies 50 Cent Related Measure After Fight
Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson is bringing a gigantic festival to Shreveport next month. There are numerous events under the umbrella of the Humor & Harmony Festival. This will be a multiday event that spans from Independence Stadium to Downtown Shreveport. It will include concerts, car shows, sporting events, and comedy shows. This festival will take place between August 8th through 11th, 2024.
Why Louisiana Is Your Best Bet For Homeownership
It is Safe to Say That Homeownership is a Dream for Many Americans. It's one of those things that we all want to check off our bucket list right? We get married, we buy a home and we raise a family, at least it's what we have been programmed to want. Personally, I want to buy a house so I can give my dog the backyard she deserves. Who doesn't want to own their own home?
Bossier Sheriff’s Office Warns of New Phone Scam
BOSSIER PARISH, LA- Phone Scam Circulating in Bossier Parish. Detectives with the Bossier Sheriff’s Office are warning Bossier residents about another round of phone scams circulating in the parish. Detectives say the caller in this scam identifies himself as a Sergeant Forrest Collins with the Bossier Sheriff’s Office.
Everything is Bigger in Texas – Including the All-Star Festivities
It's an exciting time for baseball fans as a whole, but specifically for Texas Rangers fans. Last year, the team won the World Series for the first time in franchise history. This year, Globe Life Field in Arlington is hosting the 2024 All-Star game and Home Run Derby. The last time the All-Star game came to Texas was way back in 1995. This time around, the event is expected to be bigger and better than ever before.
The Best Bagel Company Was Just Created in Shreveport
The Best New Bagel Company Was Just Created in Shreveport. I have heard about the Bagel Boss Lady around town and I never went out of my way to try her bagels. I am in the Pacific Northwest often and let's be real, the bagels don't get better than in the PNW. I don't make the rules.
Shreveport Man Arrested Following Machete Attack
On Saturday, July 6, at approximately 6:15 p.m., Shreveport Police officers were dispatched to a local hospital regarding a female suffering from injuries sustained in a domestic incident. Officers commenced their investigation and discovered that the victim had been involved in a domestic dispute with 39-year-old Torrance Williams in the...
Louisiana Car Crashes Blamed on One Of These 10 Reasons
While there are certainly exceptions to the rule, in all likelihood, if you drive long enough, you'll be involved in an auto accident. While it is certainly our prayer that the accident will be a simple fender-bender and that all parties will walk away uninjured, it would be a fair assessment to state that most all of us have lost friend or family to a fatal automobile accident.
Shreveport Man Found Guilty of Church Burglary
A man who broke into a Keithville church late last year and stole numerous items pleaded guilty to the crime Tuesday, July 9, 2024 in Caddo District Court. The pleading occurred just after a six-person jury had been seated and the first witness was sworn in. Joshua Matthew Boyett, 31,...
Man Wanted for Shreveport Park Murder of 14 Year Old
SHREVEPORT, LA- Man Wanted in Murder of 14-Year-Old Boy at Local Park. On July 6th at approximately 5 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 3000 block of Lakeshore Drive at Bilberry Park. Upon arrival, officers discovered a juvenile victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital but ultimately died from his injuries.
Shreveport Jail Inmate Charged After Attacking Jailer
SHREVEPORT, LA- Inmate charged after attacking Jailer at Shreveport City Jail. On July 6, 2024, Shreveport Police Jail Personnel were attempting to transport 33-year-old Sammy Powell to the Caddo Correctional Facility when Powell became irate and refused to cooperate with the jail staff. During the incident, Powell made multiple threats to the jail staff and ultimately attacked one of the jailers before being subdued.
WWE Legend Victoria Coming to Shreveport for Geek’d Con
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here. The guest lineup will include...
Slow Traffic Expected With DOTD Announcing More Lane Closures
As the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development continues its annual routine bridge inspections, they have announced a number of intermittent lane closures that motorists will need to be aware of next week. In the DOTD Northwest Louisiana region, drivers will want to be aware of the following intermittent lane...
Here Are the Dates for the Start of School in Northwest Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, LA - Now that July 4th has passed, school will now start across the area in about one month. I know it’s hard to imagine summer will be over for students and teachers in just a few more weeks. Many of us remember when summer was a good...
Grocery Chain to Sell Two Louisiana Stores, Including Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, LA – Bad news for the Broadmoor and Captain Shreve Neighborhood in Shreveport. Kroger has announced plans to sell off dozens of stores around the country and two Louisiana stores are on the list. Kroger recently purchased Albertson’s and the two grocery giants have been working to make...
Louisiana’s Two Most ‘Peaceful’ Places Are Only Minutes Away
When the hectic "day-to-day" of life in Louisiana gets to be too much, where's a place that you can unwind? I think we all have our "happy place" but as we slide into the downhill side of summer, where can we be alone with our thoughts and do some serious soul-searching? Is there a place in Louisiana where you can escape?
You Should NEVER Eat These 13 Condiments After They’ve Expired
Even though some of these condiments may seem practically indestructible, there are at least 10 condiments that experts say Texans should never eat after their expiration date. I remember as a kid living in Tyler, Texas, looking into our kitchen pantry and seeing a bottle of soy sauce that had...
Hilarious Louisiana Meme’s – I Got 99 Problems, But Mardi Gras Ain’t One!
People come to Louisiana for many reasons, but the number one reason is Mardi Gras. French for “Fat Tuesday,” Mardi Gras is a celebration that leads up to the Catholic holiday of Lent. As far as preparations for Mardi Gras, they never really end. It's Mardi Gras for...
What Texas Airport Has the Most Expensive Parking Fees?
We are very fortunate here in Texas to have so many airports to choose from when you’re either wanting or needing to travel. Whether you’re on vacation or a work trip there is normally an airport within an hour or two of just about anywhere in Texas. Sure, some airports are bigger than others and offer more amenities but when you’re talking about a shorter distance to get home, most people are willing to lose some of the amenities of the bigger airports.
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