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Regulator who ushered in Louisiana gambling expansion resigns, bullish on Shreveport-Bossier
Louisiana's top gambling regulator Ronnie Johns, who ushered in the state's largest gaming expansion in three decades, is resigning next month to spend more time with his family. Johns, a Republican who oversaw the addition of sports wagering to the Louisiana gambling scene, said new GOP Gov. Jeff Landry didn't...
New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can decrease risk for heart disease
SHREVEPORT, La - A new study published yesterday suggests that weight loss injections like Ozempic and Wegovy could potentially reduce your risk for heart disease. Weight loss drugs are most-often used to treat type two diabetes or help people lose weight. However, they are now being recognized for their therapeutic benefits for people with heart disease.
Mrs. Roper Romp to celebrate caftans and cocktails
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Costumed pub crawlers will fill Downtown Shreveport on Friday, May 31, 2024, for the Mrs. Roper Romp. The fun starts at 6:00 p.m. in the Red River District near Fatty Arbuckles, where participants will gather for a group photo. Festivities run through 10:00 p.m. Lagniappe...
Blanchard’s Poke Salad Festival brings community water slides, treasure hunts, and a car show
BLANCHARD, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Dating back to 1975, Blanchard’s Poke Salad Festival is an annual tradition for residents and the community. The week-long event includes parades, bounce houses, water slides, a car show, live music, and food. “After the parade they’ll influx in here. I see a lot...
Eight talented writers showcased in Delta Authors tour
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Shreveport Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta. Sorority, Inc. is the host chapter for the prestigious Delta Authors on Tour event, representing the southwest region. This literary extravaganza will showcase the talent and creativity of eight remarkable authors from within the sorority, as they...
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