Red River Radio News
In early December, Texas will become the fifth state to sell ivermectin over-the-counter, joining Arkansas and Louisiana in the process. The East Texas lawmaker who led to the charge says the issue is about health care access for all.
Cultural, Community, Information
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Airs Mon., Sept. 15, 6:30 p.m. This week Community Connections has a conversation with Kristina Gustavson, CEO of the Community Foundation of North Louisiana. Ms. Gustavson brings a distinguished background in law, finance, and community leadership. With experience ranging from international education to trust advising and litigation, Kristi is committed to strengthening North Louisiana through strategic philanthropy and civic engagement. -
On this Health Matters we continue to look at the health issue of childhood obesity, the causes, physical and emotional health risks, support for children and solutions. The CDC reports that from 2017 to 2020 nearly 20% of all U.S. children were in the category of being obese, meaning that their body mass index was at or above the 95th percentile for their age and sex. Dr. Anand Bhat will host this discussion on pediatric obesity and metabolic disorders with guests Dr. Monica Haynes, physician with Willis-Knighton Pediatric Healthcare Associates and co-director of the Wonder Kids–Pediatric Metabolic Program, and Dr. Margaret Crittell, physician with Willis-Knighton Pierremont Pediatrics. -
Hi, this is Cliff Shackelford. Join us Tuesday September 9th at 6 PM for the next episode of Bird Calls. Listeners will be encouraged to call-in with their fall migration questions about birds. I’ll also have Julie Shackelford guest plus will profile the Least Sandpiper. That’s Bird Calls on September 9th at 6 PM here on Red River Radio. -
Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6 p.m. On this episode of Visions and Ventures, host Shannon Johnston talks with Jennifer Kimball, the CEO of Proactive Nursing Solutions and the Executive Director of the nonprofit Proactive Partners. With over 20 years of experience in nursing, dementia care, and case management, Jennifer has become a leader in both business and advocacy. -
Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6 p.m. On this episode of Visions and Ventures, host Shannon Johnston talks with Sophia Woolf, Marketing Manager at Sara Kirk-State Farm and President of BNI Lagniappe. From her journey in the insurance world to leading one of Shreveport’s most dynamic business networking chapters, Sophia shares insights on building trust, growing your business, and the power of connection.
Spotlights
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Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with Legendary, award-winning actress and singer Betty Buckley, who performs at the Strand Theatre this evening at 7:30 pm. -
Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with Legendary, award-winning actress and singer Betty Buckley, who performs at the Strand Theatre this evening at 7:30 pm.
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Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with Kinga Augustyn, guest violinist who will be performing Dvorak's Violin Concerto with the Marshall Symphony this weekend.
Local Events
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Sep 27, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
El Dorado, 100 W 8th St, El Dorado, AR 71730, USA
Featuring Yizhen Chen.
Chen is the gold medalist for the 2024 Wideman Piano Competition. Come join us for an incredible night of music! -
Oct 25, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
El Dorado, 100 W 8th St, El Dorado, AR 71730, USA
The original movie was a silent film from 1922. Our maestro wrote an original score to accompany the film. Come experience a classic this October! Performed by the West Edge Quartet -
Warm up with the smells and stories of a 19th-century holiday kitchen at Fireside Feast! Throughout the day, site staff will demonstrate the preparation of a traditional Victorian-era dish on the kitchen’s 1889 Grand Quaker woodburning stove.
Guests are invited to drop in anytime to observe different stages of historic cooking in action, from fire tending and ingredient prep to simmering and serving. It’s a special chance to experience the rhythms of holiday foodways just as the Starr family might have had over a century ago.
Please note: This is a demonstration-only event. No food will be served or tasted. The experience is included with regular house admission and takes place indoors, with small groups admitted to the kitchen to ensure an up-close and engaging visit.
We’re offering two dates to make it easier to fit this festive experience into your holiday season. Join us on the day that works best for you!
Admission fees apply.
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Warm up with the smells and stories of a 19th-century holiday kitchen at Fireside Feast! Throughout the day, site staff will demonstrate the preparation of a traditional Victorian-era dish on the kitchen’s 1889 Grand Quaker woodburning stove.
Guests are invited to drop in anytime to observe different stages of historic cooking in action, from fire tending and ingredient prep to simmering and serving. It’s a special chance to experience the rhythms of holiday foodways just as the Starr family might have had over a century ago.
Please note: This is a demonstration-only event. No food will be served or tasted. The experience is included with regular house admission and takes place indoors, with small groups admitted to the kitchen to ensure an up-close and engaging visit.
We’re offering two dates to make it easier to fit this festive experience into your holiday season. Join us on the day that works best for you!
Admission fees apply.
News Feed
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An old religiously inspired songbook that uses shape notes for people who can't read music got a major update and is attracting younger singers.
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We look at the potential of a government shutdown, as well as FBI Director Kash Patel being questioned on the Jeffrey Epstein files he refuses to release, and Trump's attacks on the media.
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Epitaph RecordsTen years after their last new music release, Motion City Soundtrack is still as anxious as ever, but for different reasons. -
Maansi Srivastava/NPRNPR's Ayesha Rascoe heads to the club — the Earlybirds Club — and dances until the break of 8 p.m. -
NPRNPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WRVO listener Stephanie O'Neil, of Jamesville, New York, along with Weekend Edition Puzzle Master Will Shortz. -
A federal vaccine advisory committee signaled a new approach to U.S. vaccine policy after a two-day meeting.
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The Pentagon says journalists must sign a pledge not to gather any information, including unclassified reports, that hasn't been authorized for release.
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NPR's Mia Venkat explains what the internet was obsessed with this week.
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Soccer commentator Ray Hudson on retiring from the microphone and what inspired his decades of trademark exclamations
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NPR's Don Gonyea talks about how he engages with a wide range of people as a reporter, even during this time of deep divides in America.
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