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  • Airs Mon., Sept. 15, 6:30 p.m. This week Community Connections has a conversation with Kristina Gustavson, CEO of the Community Foundation of North Louisiana. Ms. Gustavson brings a distinguished background in law, finance, and community leadership. With experience ranging from international education to trust advising and litigation, Kristi is committed to strengthening North Louisiana through strategic philanthropy and civic engagement.
  • On this Health Matters we continue to look at the health issue of childhood obesity, the causes, physical and emotional health risks, support for children and solutions. The CDC reports that from 2017 to 2020 nearly 20% of all U.S. children were in the category of being obese, meaning that their body mass index was at or above the 95th percentile for their age and sex. Dr. Anand Bhat will host this discussion on pediatric obesity and metabolic disorders with guests Dr. Monica Haynes, physician with Willis-Knighton Pediatric Healthcare Associates and co-director of the Wonder Kids–Pediatric Metabolic Program, and Dr. Margaret Crittell, physician with Willis-Knighton Pierremont Pediatrics.
  • Hi, this is Cliff Shackelford. Join us Tuesday September 9th at 6 PM for the next episode of Bird Calls. Listeners will be encouraged to call-in with their fall migration questions about birds. I’ll also have Julie Shackelford guest plus will profile the Least Sandpiper. That’s Bird Calls on September 9th at 6 PM here on Red River Radio.
  • Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6 p.m. On this episode of Visions and Ventures, host Shannon Johnston talks with Jennifer Kimball, the CEO of Proactive Nursing Solutions and the Executive Director of the nonprofit Proactive Partners. With over 20 years of experience in nursing, dementia care, and case management, Jennifer has become a leader in both business and advocacy.
  • Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6 p.m. On this episode of Visions and Ventures, host Shannon Johnston talks with Sophia Woolf, Marketing Manager at Sara Kirk-State Farm and President of BNI Lagniappe. From her journey in the insurance world to leading one of Shreveport’s most dynamic business networking chapters, Sophia shares insights on building trust, growing your business, and the power of connection.
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  • Join the Bossier Arts Council and DJ ReadyRoc for the next track in our Music Appreciation Series, "The Liner".

    Get ready to "hit play" as we dive into the powerhouse that is "Purple Rain", the 1984 by Prince and the Revolution! ReadyRoc will be discussing the lasting impact this album had on both culture and the entertainment media as a whole. Transcending media from Movie to Album to Live Performance, all will be discussed at the BAC!

    Attendance to this event is Free and Open to All Ages!
  • Join 2024 Louisiana Food Prize Golden Fork Winner Chef Melvin Nelson, Jr. for a four course culinary exploration of one of his favorite ingredients: Rice. Set to the sounds of some of his favorite music, surrounded by art, and immersed with kindred foodie spirits, this is a Sunday afternoon that is sure to be amongst your favorite memories of 2025! Space is limited, so do not wait!

    Tickets are $70, tax deductible, and nonrefundable.

    This dining experience is 5 courses, so come prepared!
  • Boisterous, disreputable knight Sir John Falstaff hatches a plan to restore his fortunes by seducing two wealthy housewives, Mistress Ford and Mistress Page. But the hunter becomes the hunted when, wise to his schemes and determined to get the last laugh, they decide to play a few tricks of their own…

    In partnership with The Company Repertory Theatre, the Bossier Arts Council proud to bring Shakespeare’s raucous Elizabethan Comedy, "The Merry Wives of Windsor", to the East Bank Theatre this Summer. Directed by Patti Reeves Stuckey, this production features a colorful cast comprised of some of Shreveport-Bossier's most talented performing artists!

    The East Bank Theatre is a community theatre created to support various disciplines of art in throughout Bossier Parish, and the surrounding area, as a part of the Bossier Arts Council.

    Showtimes are Friday the 29th & Saturday the 30th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM and Sunday the 31st, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • The Lufkin VFW is a nonprofit organization that supports veterans, their families, and members of the community in need. This is our fall fundraiser that continues to help us help our community. Carnival Times are Thursday 6-10, Friday 5-10, Saturday 1-11, and Sunday 2-10.

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