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1st Baby of 2023 In The ArkLaTex Shares His Birthday With His Mom

1st Baby of 2023 In The ArkLaTex Shares His Birthday With His Mom

This is sweet story. The 1st baby born in Minden, near Shreveport, of 2023 shares his birthday with his momma! Baby Braylon is the son of Cristina Alexander and Brandon Evans, both of Gibsland. Cristina said, “My due date was on the second, and I had an appointment on the fourth. Everything was fine until New…MORE

Spring Like Severe Weather Coming to the Shreveport Area on Monday

Spring Like Severe Weather Coming to the Shreveport Area on Monday

What a way to start 2023 — with severe spring like weather for the Shreveport area and the ArkLaTex on Monday! According to our weather partners at KTAL NBC 6, The Storm Prediction Center has the entire ArkLaTex included in an Enhanced Risk for severe storms. This is number 3 on a scale of 1…MORE

ArkLaTex Leaders Urge Responsible Use Of Fireworks During New Years Celebrations

ArkLaTex Leaders Urge Responsible Use Of Fireworks During New Years Celebrations

With New Years often comes fireworks in the Shreveport area and throughout the ArkLaTex. The Bossier City Fire Department advises residents in Bossier City who plan to celebrate the holiday with fireworks to keep a few important tips in mind. Bossier City’s fireworks ordinance allows fireworks to be sold and set off within the city…MORE

Help Shreveport Police Find these Wallet Thieves

Help Shreveport Police Find these Wallet Thieves

 Shreveport Police are searching for a man and woman who allegedly took a wallet at WalMart on Mansfield Road in west Shreveport. Police say this happened on December 11th around 5:30pm – and it’s all caught on camera! A juvenile victim reportedly entered the store and while he was walking his wallet fell on the…MORE

When Will Water Service Be Fully Functional and Repaired In The Shreveport Area?

When Will Water Service Be Fully Functional and Repaired In The Shreveport Area?

Parts of Shreveport are still experiencing little to no water pressure after frigid temperatures wreaked havoc on the city’s water system over the holiday weekend. KTAL NBC 6 is reporting that: The city says Department of Water and Sewerage crews continue to work around the clock assisting customers with shut-offs and containing main breaks as they find…MORE

Free Bottled Water For Those in Shreveport

Free Bottled Water For Those in Shreveport

The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office of Homeland Security secured 42 pallets of water to aid families in need, due to a water shortage. With the help of the Shreveport Volunteer Network, the water will be delivered to the Shreveport Fire Maintenance Facility at 7300 Mansfield Rd., where it will be distributed.  From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., families…MORE

Here’s What’s Coming to Netflix in January

Here’s What’s Coming to Netflix in January

New year – New you! And lot’s of new stuff to watch in January. Here’s what’s coming to Netflix on January 1st. Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004) – Ice Cube and Queen Latifah stars in this comedy movie. Blue Streak (1999) – Martin Lawrence plays a former convict posing as a cop to retrieve a diamond.…MORE

Northwest Louisiana Hospitals Are Overwhelmed and the CEO’s Have Put Out A PSA

Northwest Louisiana Hospitals Are Overwhelmed and the CEO’s Have Put Out A PSA

CEO’s at three major hospitals serving Shreveport issued a joint PSA, urging citizens to assess their medical needs before visiting ER’s because they have all become overwhelmed by minor medical cases. Instead of visiting ER’s for minor issues, hospitals are encouraging the use of immediate care centers. Willis Knighton has seven urgent care clinics in Shreveport…MORE

How To Keep Your Car Safe During the ArkLaTex Deep Freeze

How To Keep Your Car Safe During the ArkLaTex Deep Freeze

We’ve all heard about the Ps — people, pets, pipes, and plants. But is your vehicle prepared for the extreme cold? Patrick Dennis from our partners at KTBS-TV has more info on how to keep your car safe: https://www.ktbs.com/weather/winter-weather/winter-weather-tips-for-your-vehicle/article_46c88850-8111-11ed-9a72-73154c5ed219.htmlMORE

The Arctic Blast Is Coming For Christmas!

The Arctic Blast Is Coming For Christmas!

Get ready – a cold arctic blast is about to blow through the ArkLaTex just in time for Christmas! Rain showers are expected the early part of this week in the Shreveport area – then Thursday the arctic air pushes into the region. Rain, changing to sleet is expected and snow is possible as well,…MORE

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