Red River Radio News
The 2026 Fall Drive has begun. The Red River Radio Package drawing is Friday, 7 p.m. $10,926 so far.
The drawing for a Red River Radio Package is Friday, 7 p.m.
Cultural, Community, Information
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Airs Mon., Aug. 31, 6:30 p.m. Hershey Krippendorf serves as Director of Development and Syringe Service Program Supervisor at The Philadelphia Center. The organization provides HIV education, prevention, testing, housing, case management, healthcare connections, and other support services throughout Northwest Louisiana, while its syringe service program focuses on harm reduction and connecting participants with medical and social resources. -
July's guest on Conserving Earth is Chris Macaluso, Director of the Center of Fisheries and Mississippi River Program for the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP). Chris’ 20-year career in the outdoor communication field, combined with a lifelong passion for fishing and the outdoors, has made him an effective conservation leader for Louisiana waterways and coastal habitats. Chris will share with us restoration efforts funded by Deepwater Horizon oil spill penalties and other key issues from along Louisiana’s spectacular Gulf coast. -
Megann McDaniel is the Director of Marketing and Development for the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana, where she supports community engagement, fundraising, and awareness of the organization’s programs and growth initiatives. The YMCA offers fitness, aquatics, youth sports, childcare, afterschool programming, and community events designed to strengthen the spirit, mind, and body. -
Stephanie Bookman-Gaston is the President and Executive Director of the Fine Arts Academy of Central Louisiana, a nonprofit she founded to help children and youth explore music, dance, theatre, writing, and visual arts in a safe, inclusive environment. A lifelong musician and experienced health information professional, she brings both creative passion and professional leadership to the organization -
A conversation with Bennie Dotie about Shreveport's MLK Neighborhood Association
Spotlights
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Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with cast members from Shreveport Little Theatre's production of Come From Away, opening September 10. -
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.
Local Events
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The US Air Force Band of the West will be performing 5 shows throughout Louisiana and Texas this September. These shows feature the exceptional talents of the nation’s finest Airmen musicians.
Based in San Antonio, Texas, the USAF Band of the West is comprised of 61 highly-trained professional musicians who have dedicated themselves to serving their country through music. Whether performing for live, radio, or television audiences, these Airman are dedicated to enhancing community relations, promoting esprit de corps, and connecting with millions each year.
As musical ambassadors of the United States Air Force, the Band of the West travels more than 125,000 miles annually and provides hundreds of free performances to military and civilian audiences throughout Texas and the surrounding states. The Band is made up of multiple large and small ensembles and can blend seamlessly into any event!
You can see the USAF Band of the West perform during the following dates across Louisiana and Texas:- 7 September, Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, Shreveport, LA
- 8 September, Spring Hill High School Auditorium, Longview, TX
- 9 September, Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center at Tyler Junior College, Tyler, TX
- 10 September, Magale Hall at Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA
- 11 September, Brown Auditorium at University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA
For more, follow us on our socials or go to airforcebands.com.
Air Force representatives are available for interviews and on-air performances. Please contact marla@marqueemediastl.com to make arrangements. -
The US Air Force Band of the West will be performing 5 shows throughout Louisiana and Texas this September. These shows feature the exceptional talents of the nation’s finest Airmen musicians.
Based in San Antonio, Texas, the USAF Band of the West is comprised of 61 highly-trained professional musicians who have dedicated themselves to serving their country through music. Whether performing for live, radio, or television audiences, these Airman are dedicated to enhancing community relations, promoting esprit de corps, and connecting with millions each year.
As musical ambassadors of the United States Air Force, the Band of the West travels more than 125,000 miles annually and provides hundreds of free performances to military and civilian audiences throughout Texas and the surrounding states. The Band is made up of multiple large and small ensembles and can blend seamlessly into any event!
You can see the USAF Band of the West perform during the following dates across Louisiana and Texas:- 7 September, Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, Shreveport, LA
- 8 September, Spring Hill High School Auditorium, Longview, TX
- 9 September, Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center at Tyler Junior College, Tyler, TX
- 10 September, Magale Hall at Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA
- 11 September, Brown Auditorium at University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA
For more, follow us on our socials or go to airforcebands.com. -
Jewish Film Double Feature
See One or See Both... Either way, there's food and drink in between!
Films and Times: Sapiro v. Ford at 3:30 p.m., Abe at 6:00 p.m.
A popcorn combo is included with each film, and a reception with food and beverages will be held in between for attendees at either or both.
Sapiro v. Ford: The notoriously antisemitic automobile tycoon Henry Ford met his match when a Jewish lawyer named Aaron Sapiro brought a libel suit against him. Gaylen Ross's enlightening documentary tells the ultimate American David and Goliath story (68 minutes).
Abe: Twelve-year-old Abe has a complicated family: part Israeli, part Palestinian, and constantly fighting. But when he meets chef Chico and his fusion cuisine, Abe wonders if he can craft the perfect meal to bring them all together (85 minutes).
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What happens when comedy, technology, audience participation, and world-class juggling collide? Mark Nizer 4D.
Known for his high-energy performances and incredible visual illusions, Mark creates an experience that keeps audiences laughing, gasping, and wondering how he pulls it all off.
Perfect for families, kids, and anyone who loves the unexpected, this one-of-a-kind performance blends skill, humor, and imagination into an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment.
You'll laugh. You'll be amazed. And you'll probably leave trying to figure out how he did it.
News Feed
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Kino LorberSeventeen-year-old Isabel tees up balls for golfers in a lush luxury oasis in Manila. It's the feature film debut of writer and director Rafael Manuel, and every shot of Filipiñana churns with life. -
Greengrass' latest film is set in 1381 England and centers on a farmer who leads an army against the king. His previous films include the Jason Bourne movies, United 93 and Captain Phillips.
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Feminist icon and author Gloria Steinem has died. Her foundation posted online this morning that she died yesterday in New York City.
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Eight days after Nepal's flash floods, families who can't find loved ones perform symbolic cremations.
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Jurors in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts woman charged with murdering her three children, are deadlocked after five days of deliberation.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with CNN senior political analyst Ron Brownstein about the Democratic Party's division over embracing democratic socialism.
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Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt for the first time in a decade, and during the Iran war, comes as U.S. allies broaden their security ties.
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NPR's Michel Martin asks former Obama administration official Benjamin Gedan about the viability of the Trump administration's plan for Venezuelan oil.
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Chevron's $7 billion Venezuela bet deepens U.S. ties to the country's oil industry. Critics say the deal poses risks to democracy and could fuel discontent over Washington's embrace of the government.
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The NBA has punished the Los Angeles Clippers for a scheme it says tried to circumvent the salary cap to pay Kawhi Leonard. The team will lose five years of first-round picks plus millions in fines.
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