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Skeletal remains found in Oklahoma lake identified as siblings missing since 2022

Outdoorsman Eddie Carper was fishing on Pine Creek Lake in southeastern Oklahoma in October despite the dangerously low water levels when he hit what he at first thought was an old boat trailer. "It is barely visible just under the surface. It might be an old flatbed truck. I couldn’t tell for sure but it has an axle & 2 wheels. Found it with my trolling motor today. A $3,200 ... mistake!" he posted on Facebook Oct. 14. Turns out it actually was a van that was submerged just off a boat ramp. Inside were the skeletal remains of a brother and sister who went missing in 2022. "I ran into it with my boat," Carper, who lives in Valliant, told The Oklahoman. "I reported it. ... I'm just glad we found them and their kin gets closure." The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation disclosed on Thursday, Nov. 5, that the skeletal remains have been identified as Timothy Woodman and his sister, Terry Woodman. Both were living in 2022 in Wright City, records show. The small town in McCurtain County is about a 30-minute drive from where their remains were found. "Both individuals were reported missing in September of 2022

Oklahoma · 23h

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Shreveport city offices and garbage schedule set for Veterans Day

SHREVEPORT, La. — City of Shreveport offices will close on Wednesday in observance of Veterans Day. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday. The City of Shreveport expressed gratitude to individuals who have served in the United States armed forces, thanking veterans for their service, sacrifice, and dedication. No...

Shreveport, LA · 22h
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Shreveport and Bossier City Have a Packed 2026 Holiday Concert Calendar

The late-year booking surge guarantees an active finish to 2026, with options across genres and generations.

Shreveport, LA · 23h

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Shreveport councilman thanks girlfriend, first responders after hospitalization

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport City Councilman Dr. Alan Jackson thanked his girlfriend and first responders during a council address Monday, Nov. 9, describing their actions during a medical emergency. Jackson said his girlfriend, Jasmine Rice, performed CPR, called 911, and waved down responders to help them find his home.

Shreveport, LA · 19h
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New Shreveport facility will provide a safe, supportive environment for homeless Veterans working toward recovery, stability, and permanent housing

Volunteers of America North Louisiana (VOANLA) will celebrate the opening of its new Veterans Safe Haven facility with a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony on Tuesday, November 10, at 2 p.m. The new facility, located at 1717 Irving Place in Shreveport’s Highland Neighborhood, represents an important investment in the organization’s ongoing commitment to helping homeless Veterans find stability, healing, and a path toward permanent housing.

Shreveport, LA · 3d

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Shake Shack among new restaurant permits at Margaritaville Casino

BOSSIER CITY, La. — Popular burger chain Shake Shack appears to be making its way to Bossier City. City officials have confirmed that permits have been filed for the restaurant at Margaritaville Resort Casino. Local business Wood Electric shared a Facebook post Friday, announcing that a new Shake Shack...

Bossier City, LA · 18h

News Radio 710 KEEL

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Heartwarming Praise Earns Shreveport Resident Major Community Award

A Shreveport educator is building something new. Sam Legg won the Kiss Country Caught in the Act Award for dedicating herself to children falling through the cracks in the public school system

Shreveport, LA · 3d

Yahoo!

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New community lighthouse opens at Galilee Baptist Church

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A new community lighthouse is now operational at Galilee Baptist Church, providing residents with a safe place to access essential resources during emergencies. Elected officials and community members gathered Sunday, Nov. 8, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the church, located at 1500 Pierre Ave. in...

Shreveport, LA · 1d

bossierpress.com

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Bossier City’s East Bank District to Celebrate the Christmas Season with Annual Tree Lighting November 14

The holiday season is officially making its way to Bossier City! The East Bank District will welcome the community Saturday, November 14, for an evening of Christmas festivities, culminating in the lighting of its Christmas tree. The East Bank District Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration will take place from 4 p.m....

Bossier City, LA · 19h

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Gordon McKernan to give away 600 free bikes to Louisiana children

BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB) — Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan is giving away 600 bikes and helmets to children in eight cities this holiday season through his 14th annual Gordon Gives Bike Giveaway. Registration is open HERE. Registration deadlines and selection. Registration closes Nov. 29 for Alexandria, Lafayette,...

Louisiana · 22h

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Holidays on the Red Kicks Off Season of Festivities Across Shreveport-Bossier

The holiday season is getting underway across Northwest Louisiana, and Visit Shreveport-Bossier is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate with a full lineup of Christmas events, family activities and seasonal traditions through its annual Holidays on the Red campaign. Visit Shreveport-Bossier President and CEO Stacy Brown announced the campaign Monday...

Shreveport, LA · 19h

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Shreveport-Bossier to host 16th annual Veterans Celebration

SHREVEPORT, La. - The community is invited to honor the nation's veterans during the 16th annual Veterans Celebration in Shreveport-Bossier. The Veterans Honor Ceremony will be held Friday at 5 p.m. at the LIVE! Casino Event Center in Bossier City. Lieutenant General Russel Honoré will serve as the guest speaker.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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Caddo voters said 'no' to a sports complex. Parish leaders say they've heard residents' concerns.

Caddo officials didn't get voters' approval for an indoor sports complex they wanted. Now they say they're reassessing. Caddo voters on Tuesday rejected a bond proposal that would have allowed the parish to build a $70 million sports complex that officials hoped would attract visitors and raise quality of life. In statements Thursday, parish leaders said the idea isn't dead, but they first need to reevaluate.

Caddo Parish, LA · 1d

Shreveport Times | The Times

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Shreveport announces closures ahead of Veterans Day

The City of Shreveport announces that all city offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. City offices will reopen for normal business hours on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. "The City of Shreveport extends its sincere gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country," a news release stated. "We thank our veterans for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms." This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Shreveport announces closures ahead of Veterans Day

Shreveport, LA · 21h

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More liens filed, new permit needed for Shreveport’s East 70th Street Hotel

The large parking lot surrounding the hotel construction site at 1419 E. 70th Street was empty on Nov. 3. Lights could be seen in parts of the building as wind picked up and the rain began to fall. Large openings on the north and west walls mean the interior of the building is exposed to the elements.

Shreveport, LA · 4d

News Radio 710 KEEL

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Santa Arrives Early in Bossier City for the Opening of a Luxury Christmas Boutique

Pink nutcrackers, carnival themes, and pure holiday extravagance: Step inside Bossier City’s newest luxury Christmas boutique.

Bossier City, LA · 4d

The Center Square

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Caddo Parish leaders weigh next steps after $60M sports complex defeat

(The Center Square) - Caddo Parish officials say the $60 million sports complex could still move forward despite voters rejecting it Tuesday. However, they plan to review residents' concerns before deciding what to do next. Parish Administrator Erica Bryant said the parish was disappointed by the results but recognized that residents had concerns about the proposal. "We don't consider this a failure," Bryant said. "We consider this an opportunity to hear from our citizens." Bryant said the parish wants to take the opportunity to address voters' concerns, assess those concerns, analyze and determine what their next steps will be. Some residents and groups like the Caddo Parish Republican Party opposed the measure, questioning the amount and whether the parish should prioritize roads, public safety and infrastructure instead of a sports complex. Roughly 58% of Caddo Parish voters, or 39,156, opposed the bond proposal, while 42%, or 28,355, supported it. The measure failed by 10,801 votes. Parish officials maintained that the sports complex would attract visitors, support businesses and generate additional tax revenue to help fund parish services. "We recognize that our roads and our bridges and our streets are important but we also have those other issues that we have

Caddo Parish, LA · 4d

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Economic development expands with new hires at north Louisiana's NLEP

As economic development continues to grow across north Louisiana, so is North Louisiana Economic Development Partnership's staff. NLEP has recently welcomed Tory McCoy, an Economic Development Specialist, and Phillip Summers as Director of Workforce Initiatives. Summers is a Shreveport native and will lead efforts to connect north Louisiana employers to...

Louisiana · 4d

Atlanta Black Star

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Louisiana Prosecutor Compared Black Teen to a Dog While Seeking His Execution, Hid Evidence in 3 Death Penalty Cases — Now He Wants a Judge’s Robe

Hugo Holland, a controversial former Caddo Parish prosecutor in northwest Louisiana who was exposed for concealing evidence in three death penalty cases, was on track […] Louisiana Prosecutor Compared Black Teen to a Dog While Seeking His Execution, Hid Evidence in 3 Death Penalty Cases — Now He Wants a Judge’s Robe

Caddo Parish, LA · 8d

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Shreveport veterans honored Nov. 11 at Memorial Garden

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A Bricks of Honor Veterans Day Ceremony will pay tribute to 13 veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. During the ceremony, 13 commemorative bricks will be placed in the Bricks of Honor Garden to recognize veterans from every branch of service in various wars and conflicts, including three World War II veterans.

Shreveport, LA · 3d