Red River Radio News
The Drawing for a Steamboat Inn Two Night Stay is this Friday, 7 p.m.
Cultural, Community, Information
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Airs Mon., Aug. 31, 6:30 p.m. Hershey Krippendorf serves as Director of Development and Syringe Service Program Supervisor at The Philadelphia Center. The organization provides HIV education, prevention, testing, housing, case management, healthcare connections, and other support services throughout Northwest Louisiana, while its syringe service program focuses on harm reduction and connecting participants with medical and social resources. -
July's guest on Conserving Earth is Chris Macaluso, Director of the Center of Fisheries and Mississippi River Program for the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP). Chris’ 20-year career in the outdoor communication field, combined with a lifelong passion for fishing and the outdoors, has made him an effective conservation leader for Louisiana waterways and coastal habitats. Chris will share with us restoration efforts funded by Deepwater Horizon oil spill penalties and other key issues from along Louisiana’s spectacular Gulf coast. -
Megann McDaniel is the Director of Marketing and Development for the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana, where she supports community engagement, fundraising, and awareness of the organization’s programs and growth initiatives. The YMCA offers fitness, aquatics, youth sports, childcare, afterschool programming, and community events designed to strengthen the spirit, mind, and body. -
Stephanie Bookman-Gaston is the President and Executive Director of the Fine Arts Academy of Central Louisiana, a nonprofit she founded to help children and youth explore music, dance, theatre, writing, and visual arts in a safe, inclusive environment. A lifelong musician and experienced health information professional, she brings both creative passion and professional leadership to the organization -
A conversation with Bennie Dotie about Shreveport's MLK Neighborhood Association
Spotlights
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Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with cast members from Shreveport Little Theatre's production of Come From Away, opening September 10. -
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.
Local Events
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The US Air Force Band of the West will be performing 5 shows throughout Louisiana and Texas this September. These shows feature the exceptional talents of the nation’s finest Airmen musicians.
Based in San Antonio, Texas, the USAF Band of the West is comprised of 61 highly-trained professional musicians who have dedicated themselves to serving their country through music. Whether performing for live, radio, or television audiences, these Airman are dedicated to enhancing community relations, promoting esprit de corps, and connecting with millions each year.
As musical ambassadors of the United States Air Force, the Band of the West travels more than 125,000 miles annually and provides hundreds of free performances to military and civilian audiences throughout Texas and the surrounding states. The Band is made up of multiple large and small ensembles and can blend seamlessly into any event!
You can see the USAF Band of the West perform during the following dates across Louisiana and Texas:- 7 September, Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, Shreveport, LA
- 8 September, Spring Hill High School Auditorium, Longview, TX
- 9 September, Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center at Tyler Junior College, Tyler, TX
- 10 September, Magale Hall at Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA
- 11 September, Brown Auditorium at University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA
For more, follow us on our socials or go to airforcebands.com.
Air Force representatives are available for interviews and on-air performances. Please contact marla@marqueemediastl.com to make arrangements. -
The US Air Force Band of the West will be performing 5 shows throughout Louisiana and Texas this September. These shows feature the exceptional talents of the nation’s finest Airmen musicians.
Based in San Antonio, Texas, the USAF Band of the West is comprised of 61 highly-trained professional musicians who have dedicated themselves to serving their country through music. Whether performing for live, radio, or television audiences, these Airman are dedicated to enhancing community relations, promoting esprit de corps, and connecting with millions each year.
As musical ambassadors of the United States Air Force, the Band of the West travels more than 125,000 miles annually and provides hundreds of free performances to military and civilian audiences throughout Texas and the surrounding states. The Band is made up of multiple large and small ensembles and can blend seamlessly into any event!
You can see the USAF Band of the West perform during the following dates across Louisiana and Texas:- 7 September, Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, Shreveport, LA
- 8 September, Spring Hill High School Auditorium, Longview, TX
- 9 September, Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center at Tyler Junior College, Tyler, TX
- 10 September, Magale Hall at Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA
- 11 September, Brown Auditorium at University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA
For more, follow us on our socials or go to airforcebands.com. -
Jewish Film Double Feature
See One or See Both... Either way, there's food and drink in between!
Films and Times: Sapiro v. Ford at 3:30 p.m., Abe at 6:00 p.m.
A popcorn combo is included with each film, and a reception with food and beverages will be held in between for attendees at either or both.
Sapiro v. Ford: The notoriously antisemitic automobile tycoon Henry Ford met his match when a Jewish lawyer named Aaron Sapiro brought a libel suit against him. Gaylen Ross's enlightening documentary tells the ultimate American David and Goliath story (68 minutes).
Abe: Twelve-year-old Abe has a complicated family: part Israeli, part Palestinian, and constantly fighting. But when he meets chef Chico and his fusion cuisine, Abe wonders if he can craft the perfect meal to bring them all together (85 minutes).
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What happens when comedy, technology, audience participation, and world-class juggling collide? Mark Nizer 4D.
Known for his high-energy performances and incredible visual illusions, Mark creates an experience that keeps audiences laughing, gasping, and wondering how he pulls it all off.
Perfect for families, kids, and anyone who loves the unexpected, this one-of-a-kind performance blends skill, humor, and imagination into an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment.
You'll laugh. You'll be amazed. And you'll probably leave trying to figure out how he did it.
News Feed
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Paul Sancya/APPresident Trump's tariff standoff with Canada is rankling some key voters ahead of this year's midterm elections. -
Alex Wong/Getty Images North AmericaThe Trump administration declined this week to terminate TPS for Salvadorans, even though it has done so for people from other countries like Haiti and Syria. But it also hasn't said whether it will extend the protection in the future. -
Today marks 25 years since the 9/11 attacks, Trump and Vance issue plea for Americans to vote Republican in last night of convention, Trump-backed redistricting map effectively blocked in Missouri.
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Morning Edition hosts Steve Inskeep and Michel Martin both reported from the Sept. 11 terror attack sites. Steve recalls reporting outside the Pentagon and Michel recounts her time in lower Manhattan.
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The spotlight on Friday's inflation report is even brighter than usual. The cost-of-living update will be a key factor in whether the Federal Reserve decides to raise interest rates next week.
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Many financial technology companies are applying to become banks. The Indicator finds out what it takes to go through this process and what benefits come with a bank charter.
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The last person NPR's Steve Inskeep interviewed before the 9/11 attacks was an up-and-coming Democratic lawmaker named Nancy Pelosi. Now, they discuss how the world changed after that day.
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Vice President Vance delivered remarks at the final night of the Republican Midterm Convention, as President Trump relished his last convention as the Republican Party's dominant leader.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Republican strategist Rina Shah about the main takeaways from Vice President Vance's speech at the Republican Midterm Convention.
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As data centers go up in American communities, homeowners and realtors have feared they could lower property values. A new report finds the effects vary widely.
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