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This year’s lineup for the Regional Filmaker Spotlight Series, which was curated by local filmmaker Kristi J.
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Chimp Haven invited the community for a rare glimpse inside the sanctuary for Chimpanzee Discovery Day! On April 13, eight hundred people stopped by the event throughout the day from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. And kids even had a c hance to learn more about the animals at Chimp Haven.
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Construction has started on Benton’s first Splash pad to be located at Simpson Street Park. The splash pad is to be open before the summer school break.
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Upcoming Concerts: March 16: The Wilder Blue brings their harmonious collective sound to Louisiana Grandstand. March 22: Jason Boland returns with his full band, Delectric Tour, to Louisiana Grandstand. March 23: Country Music Hall of Famer Marty Stuart brings his world-class band The Fabulous Superlatives to Louisiana Grandstand. May 17: Marc Broussard and his father, Ted, return to the Louisiana Grandstand.
RISING STARS ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: PERPETUAL DECEPTION
Rhythmic, explosive and talented are just a few adjectives that describe upcoming heavy metal band Perpetual Deception!
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Mayor Chandler and City Councilman Jeffrey Darby presented proclamations of recognition to Mr. Glenn D. Stroud and Ms.
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The City of Shreveport an executed contract with SNA Contracting for 1700 Block Nicholson Improvement Re-Bid for $840,899 and for On Demand Pavement Restoration for $187,500. The City also executed a contract with M & M Builders for Shreveport Fire Department #14 for $3,473,300.
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LSU Health Shreveport (LSUHS) and Volunteers of America North Louisiana (VOANLA) have partnered together to create a mental health program, EpiCenter. Epi-Center provides assessment and treatment for youth and adults who have recently begun experiencing psychosis.
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Building permits have been issued by Bossier City for new construction at 3808 Kilpatrick Drive in the amount of $600,000 and for paving work at 2090 Brookshire Grocery Arena Drive in the amount of $1 million.