Red River Radio News
Researchers at the CDC found that 31% of Arkansas residents tested positive for antibodies against Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS), better known as the “red meat allergy.” The highest rate in the country.
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Cultural, Community, Information
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Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 6 p.m. On this episode of Health Matters, we explore CAR T cell therapy, an innovative immunotherapy cancer treatment, newly available at Feist-Weiller Cancer Center in Shreveport in North Louisiana, to treat blood cancers. -
Rebecca Bonnevier, Executive Director of Artspace Shreveport, brings a wealth of experience in arts management and community engagement. She leads efforts to support local artists, activate public spaces, and make the arts accessible to all across downtown Shreveport. -
Host Janice Bezanson speaks with Romey Swanson from the Devils River Conservancy. -
Alex T. Ray Shreveport-born changemaker and owner of On A Mission LLC and Hyssop Care Sober Living Home, Alex champions recovery, purpose, and community. He also founded the Shreveport Father’s Day 5K Run & Walk and brings advanced training in psychology, human services, and organizational leadership to every initiative. -
Thursday, May 21, at 6 p.m. Dr. Anand Bhat will be joined by Dr. Sarah Baker, dermatologist with Ark-La-Tex Dermatology, to talk about skin protection– including facts about sunscreen–skin cancer prevention and treatment, and other skin care topics. Questions will be taken during the show at 1-800-552-8502. That’s Health Matters, Thursday at 6 p.m.
Spotlights
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Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with cast members from Shreveport Little Theatre's new production of the musical Cabaret. -
Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with Dr. Shane Rasmussen about the 46th annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival, taking place on July 18. -
Host Kermit Poling speaks with the Honorable Mayor Tom Arceneaux, mayor of Shreveport, about the many America250 celebrations this year that the city has planned.
Local Events
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Noel Community Arts Program will host an Opening Reception for “Belonging: A Community Exhibition Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month” at 2 pm on Sunday, Sept. 13. The exhibition will be held at the Highland Art House, 1525 Stephens Avenue in Shreveport. Featuring artwork by NCAP instructor Lisandra Di Liberto Torres and regional artists, this exhibition explores themes of culture, identity, community, connection, and home. Admission is free. -
Come celebrate small businesses from all over. We have a few special food trucks. Super One Foods sponsor this event. Hair Galleria, Rainbows, Super One foods and Simply 10 has special sales happening starting at 4 pm. Hair Galleria has a MAJOrR sale. -
Ready to hit the dance floor?
Join us for our 4-Week Line Dancing Series and learn fun, easy-to-follow dances in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment. No partner or experience needed—just bring your dancing shoes and get ready to have fun! $75 per person
Spots are limited! Register today. -
Join jewelry artist Delanie D. Van Ness of Be Golden Jewelry for a hands-on Creative Jewelry Workshop at the Alexandria Museum of Art. Participants will learn jewelry-making techniques while creating a custom piece to take home.
Project options:
Bracelets – $55
Earrings – $67
Lariat Necklaces – $110
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, this workshop is a fun opportunity to explore your creativity and craft a one-of-a-kind accessory.
Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
News Feed
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Experts say President Trump's Thursday night speech -- and the tranche of newly unclassified documents that came with it -- provided no new evidence of fraud.
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NPR's Leila Fadel talks to David Becker, an election law expert and executive director of The Center for Election Innovation & Research, about the president's speech on election integrity issues.
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Dozens of U.S. cities are dealing with poor air quality, as wildfires smoke turns skies hazy and orange. Conditions won't improve until the weekend, prompting officials to urge people to stay indoors.
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Scott Horsley/NPRBusiness is booming for Snap-on, a Wisconsin company that has made tools for professional mechanics for more than a century. It recently got a fact-finding visit from the head of the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank. -
Critic David Bianculli says The Bear concludes its run with a beautiful final episode. And we listen back to a 2025 interview with Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who plays an abrasive and ornery cook/maître d'.
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Trump raises claims that U.S. voting systems are vulnerable in speech, election experts say the speech and released unclassified docs provide no evidence, dangerous floods sweep parts of Texas.
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The family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo held a public viewing Thursday evening. Salgado Araujo, a 52-year old father of three, was killed in an ICE traffic stop in Houston last week.
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The U.S. struck bridges and a tower at a key Iranian port after Trump warned of attacks to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran continued retaliatory strikes.
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Leaders from roughly 60 countries gathered in Washington, DC, to discuss what top Trump administration officials are calling an urgent threat: far left terrorism.
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One of the most anticipated releases of the summer, Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" brings the epic to IMAX screens and beyond. Pop Culture Happy Hour's Glen Weldon has thoughts.
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