Red River Radio News
This celebratory welcoming ceremony served as the launch for G-Unit operations in Shreveport.
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April 18 through April 26, 2024. This schedule of Passover programs features shows sharing the meaning of Passover, thoughtful story-telling, music and even comedy.
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Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 6 p.m. Black women and girls experience discrimination, microaggressions and stereotypes every day. Living with daily racism has a profound impact on the mental health, well-being and lives of all those coping with it. This special program explores the unique mental health burdens of Black women and girls in the United States.
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Join Cliff this week as he and entomologist Dr. Beverly Burden collab for their annual joint episode, "The Birds and Bees". They will be taking your phone calls at 1-800-552-8502 so call in with your favorite bird or bug question!
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Airs Mon., April 8, 6 p.m. Shannon Johnston and Marcie Howard sit down with Marshall Fulgium, owner of Benton Martial Arts. He describes how he built his business into the fun-filled, family-oriented martial arts studio it is today.
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Thurs., April 4, 2024, at 6 p.m. On this “Call to Mind” special, we hear from people who have experienced homelessness about their experiences and challenges. We hear from people living in New York, Houston, and New Orleans.
Cultural, Community, Information
April 18, 2024. Shreveport Little Theatre will soon present Jimmy Buffet's Escape to Margaritaville., Red River Radio's Mark Pizzolato talks with Daniel Moore, who stars as Tully Mars, a singer for the bar at the run-down hotel Margaritaville; Brittany Gay, who stars as Rachel, a vacationer at Margaritaville; and Jason Coffel, who performs as JD in the production.
Local Events
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Ages 8 and up. Free. Register through Eventbrite. Get ready for a family-friendly showdown at our Library's Family Nerf Battle event! Bring your Nerf blasters and join us for an action-packed battle royale. So grab your Nerf gear and join us for an adrenaline-fueled adventure that the whole family will enjoy! We provide the darts!
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All ages. Free register through Eventbrite. Put on your detective hat and join us for an exciting Detective Dress-up Social Hour at the library! Enjoy themed snacks, mingle with fellow detectives, and put your sleuthing skills to the test as you solve mysteries hidden within the library. Whether you're a fan of Sherlock Holmes, Miss Marple, or Nancy Drew, this event promises an unforgettable evening of intrigue and excitement for mystery lovers of all ages.
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Petals of Importance and Influence: An Exhibit Regarding the Rose by the James Smith Noel CollectionAs spring bows out and summer begins, the James Smith Noel Collection is opening a new exhibit that showcases not only the floral beauty of the rose, but also its historical and cultural significance. Come see our collection of materials from the 17th through the 20th centuries that not only showcase the stunning beauty of roses but also their influence, including a look at the English Civil War known as the War of the Roses; literary works inspired by roses and gardens; and a view of the rose window in Gothic architecture.
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All ages. Free register through Eventbrite. Don’t miss this immersive outdoor experience where participants embark on a journey mirroring the challenges and adventures faced by pioneers of the historic Oregon Trail. From fording rivers to making crucial decisions, participants navigate obstacles and work together to survive the rugged terrain, all while experiencing the thrill of frontier life.
News Feed
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Under the glare of the lights in New York's Time Square, a Nigerian chess master makes his bid to break the world record for the longest continuous chess game to raise money for children back home.
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China's feared state security ministry has been more public and more powerful in its quest to suppress internal dissent and monitor foreign activity.
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Juleus Ghunta is a published children's author and award-winning poet. But growing up in rural Jamaica, he could barely read. When he was about 12, a young teacher-in-training arrived at his school.
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Joan Nathan has spent her life exploring Jewish culture through recipes. Now in her 80s, her new book is her most personal work yet — excavating her own culinary history.
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A economic research study shows that oncologists' prescribing habits change after they've been visited by pharmaceutical sales reps — and it also shows the changes do not extend patients' lives.
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As Trump's high-profile hush money case moves forward, the court is also grappling with an issue that has become a regular and concerning feature of Trump's many trials — how to keep jurors safe.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Congressman Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., about the foreign aid package that the House is finally considering after massive efforts from Speaker Mike Johnson.
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Nearly a billion people start going to the polls in India Friday, as the worlds largest democracy starts its mammoth election.
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Marines are famously meticulous about their uniforms. But for more than a year, they haven't always been able to wear the ones they're supposed to.
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In the middle of a worldwide tour that has grossed more than one billion dollars, Taylor Swift has released her 11th album. It's called The Tortured Poets Department.
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