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Asian needle ants have been linked to severe allergic reactions, including intense pain, hives, redness and even anaphylaxis.
Cultural, Community, Information
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Airs Mon., July 7, 6:30 p.m. This week Community Connections talks with Shiree Daniels, Executive Director of Families and Children Together, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to supporting young children and their families through high-quality early education and family services. With decades of experience, including leadership roles in Head Start and advanced training credentials, Shiree brings a deep passion and commitment to empowering families and nurturing children's development across Arkansas. -
Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 6 p.m. On This Episode of Health Matters, Host Dr. Randall Brewer welcomes Dr. Cynthia Noguera, an ophthalmologist and the only full-time oculoplastic surgeon serving the Shreveport area. Dr. Noguera, with LSU Health Shreveport, will share her unique journey into the specialized field of oculoplastic surgery. We learn about the wide range of conditions she treats—from cosmetic procedures to complex reconstructions following disease or trauma—and how her work plays a vital role in both vision and facial health. -
Airs Mon., June 30, 6 p.m. Shannon sits down with Kenneth Rust of Enterprise Aquatics to explore how aquaponics is transforming classrooms, communities, and the future of sustainable farming. From hands-on education to real-world impact, Ken shares his journey and vision for growing more than just food—he’s growing hope. -
Airs Mon., June 30, 6:30 p.m. This week Community Connections talks with Martina Williams, director of Theatre of the Performing Arts. Martina Gipson Williams has dedicated over 15 years to enriching young lives through the Yazzy program. With a background in Human Services and Elementary Education, she is passionate about using the arts to inspire creativity, discipline, and collaboration in students across the community. -
Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 6 p.m. Host Jenny Gregorio talks with Shainne “Shai” Williams, Community Educator and Multiethnic Specialist with the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA). They’ll explore the life-saving impact of organ donation and how LOPA provides compassionate support to families experiencing loss. This show has been recorded; live questions will not be available during this episode.
Spotlights
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Host Kermit Poling speaks with members of the cast of SLT's coming production of 9 to 5 -
Host Kermit Poling speaks with members of the cast of SLT's coming production of 9 to 5
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Host Kermit Poling speaks with Jennifer Johnson, from Sci-Port Discovery Center about the coming Maker Faire.
Local Events
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The Bossier Arts Council turns 45 this year! Join us as we celebrate our mission of showcasing the arts of Bossier Parish with an evening of fun entertainment & creativity! On July 17th we will be hosting a myriad of activities including live music performances in the East Bank Gallery, a Paint Party with old 45 Records donated by The Little Shop of Music, and periodic building tours through and around the East Bank Theatre, all accompanied by free Light Refreshments!
Attendance is free, but we are asking everyone to consider giving a Birthday Gift to us this year by ways of a financial donation! Leave a tax deductible contribution towards our mission to support, promote, and create artistic and cultural opportunities in Bossier Parish. Donations of $45 and above will hang on our wall of hits, greeting theatre attendees! Donations of $450 or more will go platinum on our wall of hits! 45 Revolutions contributions can be made from now until December 31, 2025! -
Throwback to the '60s and '70s. Bring your own white, 100% cotton t-shirt and join us for a fun tie-dye session. We'll provide the supplies—you bring the creativity! -
Get crafty and creative with a variety of hands-on projects, some of which you can make and take home. Imagination encouraged—no experience needed! -
The annual Battle of the Bags cornhole tournament is a high-energy, community-focused event that supports local first responders and military personnel. Open to all skill levels, this blind-draw tournament brings together players, spectators, and supporters for a day of friendly competition, live entertainment, great food, and cold brews in the heart of the East Bank District.
All proceeds from the event—and a portion of sales from on-site vendors—benefit organizations that serve and support those who serve us. Get ready to toss for a cause, enjoy local music, win raffle prizes, and be part of a community celebration that makes a difference
News Feed
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Nine thousand city workers in Philadelphia have been on strike for higher pay. Sanitation workers, 911 dispatchers and other municipal employees have been on strike for days.
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A recent study shows that top scavengers, like hyenas, can be beneficial for human health. But the same study reveals that scavenger populations are declining and could mean more disease for humans.
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Richard Greenberg, the Tony Award-winning playwright behind Take Me Out, has died at a nursing home in Manhattan. He was 67.
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NPR Music received a record number of entries to this year's Tiny Desk Contest: 7,500. The judges discovered so many amazing entries, and now we're sharing some of those standouts here.
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The first new non-opioid for severe acute pain has been on the market for a few months. But it's a lot more expensive than opioids, and many people can't get it because of spotty insurance coverage.
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The most recent Texas Legislature handed Elon Musk or his companies' representatives and lobbyists some big political wins, including 10 new laws that could benefit his growing business footprint.
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Republicans made concessions for Alaska to get Sen. Lisa Murkowski to cast the deciding vote approving the GOP's sweeping tax and spending bill. Do her constituents think she got a good deal?
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President Trump indicated that he may send an additional Patriot missile system to help Ukraine defend against the continuing barrage of Russian drones and missiles.
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NPR's Juana Summers talks with writer and critic Lawrence Burney about his new essay collection out titled No Sense in Wishing.
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In the aftermath of the deadly floods, Texas lawmakers are reassessing a bill they killed weeks ago to beef up emergency alert systems and vowing to have more in place by the next camping season.
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