Red River Radio News
According to a recent report, 58% of small business owners reported hiring or trying to hire in June, and 86% of those owners reported few or no qualified applicants for their vacancies.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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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Explore creating a variety of colorful and unique jewelry pieces and charms with easy-to-use UV resin.
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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!
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Step into a world of color! Kids can explore, play, and express themselves through a variety of colorful crafts, games, and hands-on activities.
News Feed
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Dozens of people have died and scores of others are unaccounted for in the Texas Hill Country following massive flash flooding. As the search for victims continues, questions mount about weather warnings.
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The impact of severe heat waves on livestock is creating new challenges for those trying to manage the animals stress; alpaca farmers have surprising new methods.
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President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations Richard Haass discusses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the White House Monday to meet with President Trump, who is pressing the Israel leader for a ceasefire agreement and an end to the war in Gaza.
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NPR's Pien Huang, Avery Keatley and Bob Mondello explore what works about road trip movies centered on women.
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A new report offers insights for U.K. efforts to improve areas with polluted water supplies.
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The Dalai Lama turns 90 on Sunday and celebrates his birthday amid reaction to his recent announcement that he, not China, will choose his successor.
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We have a report on Camp Mystic, a Christian camp hit by the deadly floods in Texas. Several girls attending the camp remain unaccounted for.
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NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Duke University professor Tim Meyer about the looming deadline for international trade deals to be worked out and what's been accomplished thus far.
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We speak to music journalist Christopher Weingarten about why so many high-profile drummers have either been fired or retired this year in what's been dubbed the "Drumpocalypse."
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Summer reading season is here! We' have some top book picks for you, courtesy of NPR staffers.
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