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This year’s lineup for the Regional Filmaker Spotlight Series, which was curated by local filmmaker Kristi J.

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.

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.

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.

Rhythmic, explosive and talented are just a few adjectives that describe upcoming heavy metal band Perpetual Deception!

Mayor Chandler and City Councilman Jeffrey Darby presented proclamations of recognition to Mr. Glenn D. Stroud and Ms.

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.

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.