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The FDA says its investigation is still focused on Taylor Farms and that the agency did not apologize to Taco Bell or the lettuce supplier, only informed them of the false-positive test result for Cyclospora.
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Cultural, Community, Information
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Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 6 p.m. On this episode of Health Matters, we explore CAR T cell therapy, an innovative immunotherapy cancer treatment, newly available at Feist-Weiller Cancer Center in Shreveport in North Louisiana, to treat blood cancers. -
Rebecca Bonnevier, Executive Director of Artspace Shreveport, brings a wealth of experience in arts management and community engagement. She leads efforts to support local artists, activate public spaces, and make the arts accessible to all across downtown Shreveport. -
Host Janice Bezanson speaks with Romey Swanson from the Devils River Conservancy. -
Alex T. Ray Shreveport-born changemaker and owner of On A Mission LLC and Hyssop Care Sober Living Home, Alex champions recovery, purpose, and community. He also founded the Shreveport Father’s Day 5K Run & Walk and brings advanced training in psychology, human services, and organizational leadership to every initiative. -
Thursday, May 21, at 6 p.m. Dr. Anand Bhat will be joined by Dr. Sarah Baker, dermatologist with Ark-La-Tex Dermatology, to talk about skin protection– including facts about sunscreen–skin cancer prevention and treatment, and other skin care topics. Questions will be taken during the show at 1-800-552-8502. That’s Health Matters, Thursday at 6 p.m.
Spotlights
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Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with cast members from Shreveport Little Theatre's new production of the musical Cabaret. -
Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with Dr. Shane Rasmussen about the 46th annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival, taking place on July 18. -
Host Kermit Poling speaks with the Honorable Mayor Tom Arceneaux, mayor of Shreveport, about the many America250 celebrations this year that the city has planned.
Local Events
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39th September Competition, Between the Lines: 250
Years of American Poetry, Josep María García-Llort from the Freedman Collection. -
Exhibition featuring Simone Soileau, Bill Bryant, & the Resident Artist Annual Summer Show.
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The holidays may seem far away, but auditions are just around the corner!
Red River Dance Theatre Company's production of The Nutcracker is a beloved CenLa tradition! Join us and be part of the magic!
Who: We need performers of all ages! Are you a brand new dancer? Great! Are you a seasoned pro? Perfect! Has it been a while and you miss the spotlight? Excellent! There is a role for every dancer!
There will be a $10 audition fee.
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City Park Players is holding auditions for "Misery", the chilling stage adaptation of Stephen King's unforgettable psychological thriller. This gripping story features intense characters, shocking twists, and an unforgettable battle of wills that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
AUDITIONS: "Misery" by William Goldman. Directed by Jared Guillory
PERFORMANCE DATES:
October 8-18, 2026
Cast needed: 2m, 1w
Characters:
ANNIE WILKES – female, age presenting 35-60. Annie is Paul’s biggest fan.
PAUL SHELDON – male, age presenting 35-55. He’s a writer of a series of very popular novels.
BUSTER – male, age presenting 30-60. The sheriff of a nearby town.
All CPP auditions are a cold read, which simply means you'll be given a short scene from the script at the audition and a few minutes to look it over before reading it with others. There's nothing to memorize, and we're not looking for perfection. We're simply interested in seeing how you bring a character to life and work with fellow actors!
Questions? Email us at cityparkplayers@gmail.com
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De Shields made his Broadway debut in the 1975 original production of The Wiz. He won a Tony in 2019 for his performance in Hadestown and co-stars in the new film of last year's London revival.
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Defense secretary Pete Hegseth will appear on the Hill on Tuesday. He's looking for a nearly $90 billion funding boost, as the Iran war once again flares.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., about the escalating war in the Middle East and the testimony of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in front of a Senate panel on Tuesday.
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Authorities detained a former U.S. Army soldier who is accused of starting a fire and shooting a pellet gun outside of a federal building in New York City that houses an immigration court.
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Iran-backed Houthis say they will blockade another waterway, threatening Red Sea shipping, Pete Hegseth heads to the Hill looking for a nearly $90 billion funding boost, Arizona voters head to the polls.
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A former member of the star-making hip-hop collective Odd Future, Syd returns with a new solo album, "Beard," a title inspired by the peach fuzz on her upper lip.
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The new Air Force One is going out of commission to receive safety upgrades. What needs to be done and was it safe for President Trump to fly the plane to Turkey earlier this month?
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A Detroit family of undocumented immigrants self-deported to Venezuela after a parent was detained in the U.S. Two weeks after they landed, two massive earthquakes devastated the area.
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Colorado's biggest wildfire this year has destroyed more than 300 homes. People who lost them are just now being allowed back to their properties.
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The FDA retracted its only positive test for cyclospora, the parasite at the center of a multistate outbreak, on Taylor Farms lettuce. But the agency believes lettuce from the brand is still linked.
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