Red River Radio News
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Cultural, Community, Information
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Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 6 p.m. On this episode of Health Matters, Red River Radio Assistant General Manager and producer Ranae Moran is joined by Bharat Sachdeva, M.D., Professor of Clinical Medicine, Chief of Nephrology, and Director of Dialysis at LSU Health Shreveport, along with Shawna Calhoune Choyce, APRN, FNP-C, a nurse practitioner in the Nephrology Division of Internal Medicine at Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport. -
Tue., Mar. 10, 2026, at 6 p.m. On this episode of Bird Calls, Cliff Shackelford is joined by Ben Jones, Vice President of Conservation and Education at the Houston Zoo. Jones talks about his involvement in the Lights Out Campaign in our urban centers and the Lincoln’s Sparrow is profiled. -
LaToria W. Thomas President & CEO of United Way of Northwest Louisiana, leading equity-focused initiatives after prior roles with GNOF, AARP Foundation, Dress for Success New Orleans, and the Baton Rouge Area Foundation. Founder of Emerging Philanthropists of New Orleans, she holds degrees from Northwestern State University (BS, Mathematics) and LSUS (MS, Nonprofit Administration) and was a 2021 ATHENA Honoree and AFP North Louisiana’s 2023 Outstanding Fundraising Executive.
Spotlights
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Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with SSO music director Michael Butterman and guest pianist Jon Nakamatsu about the symphony's weekend concerts, featuring music of MacDowell, Franck and more. -
Host Kermit Poling speaks with cast members from SLT's coming production of Oliver!, the Musical. -
Red River Radio's Kermit Poling speaks with featured violinist Amaryn Olmeda about this weekend's concert with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Michael Butterman.
Local Events
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Food Fun and Music. Sponsored by the Louisiana Czech Heritage Foundation. -
Get ready to step into the extraordinary world of Taylor Swift with Blank Space, Los Angeles' premier tribute band that redefines what it means to celebrate music's most iconic artist. Fronted by the charismatic Olivia Moretti, who embodies Taylor’s spirit with every note and move, Blank Space is more than just a tribute—it’s a full-scale recreation of Taylor Swift’s record-breaking performance with musicians and dancers, dazzling visuals, and intricate choreography. This show takes fans on a diverse musical journey. From her heartfelt country ballads to the electrifying pop anthems that shook the world, Blank Space delivers a seamless, song-by-song recreation of Taylor's hits. Each performance is crafted with precision and passion, creating an immersive experience that celebrates the stories, emotions, and magic behind Taylor’s music. Prepare for an unforgettable night filled with love, heartbreak, and the infectious energy that has made Taylor Swift a global sensation. Blank Space is not just a concert—it’s a celebration of music, connection, and the unparalleled artistry of Taylor Swift. Whether you’re a lifelong Swiftie or a casual listener, Blank Space invites you to sing, dance, and relive every moment of Taylor’s incredible career. Join the party and experience the ultimate Taylor Swift tribute with Blank Space—a night of music, memories, and pure joy awaits. -
The SFA Music Preparatory Division presents a collaborative concert celebrating community, creativity, and musical excellence. Supported by a Rooted in Community grant from the National String Project Consortium and the NAMM Foundation, this project brings together the SFA Youth Orchestra and Strings Project with The Purple Hulls for a unique performance experience.
Born and raised on a working family farm in deep East Texas, identical twins Katy Lou and Penny Lea Clark—known collectively as The Purple Hulls—share an acoustic-driven sound rooted in authenticity, faith, and storytelling. Their musical journey has taken them from Texas to Tennessee and onto stages across the United States and Europe, including work with the Grand Ole Opry and Nashville’s leading music publishers.
This concert offers young string musicians the rare opportunity to collaborate with internationally recognized artists while highlighting the power of music to connect generations, genres, and communities. -
Shake off the winter blues and add a pop of color to your
season! Join us at the library for our Spring Paint Parties,
where we’ll celebrate the return of sunshine and blooms
through art. Registration not required. Ages 19+.
Friday April 10 @ 3 pm and Tuesday April 21 @ 5:30 pm
News Feed
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Four years of Russia's all-out war on Ukraine have transformed not only Ukrainian cities but also how modern warfare is waged, in the first of this two-part story from Kherson.
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A recent U.S. intelligence report reignited an already contentious debate in Taiwan over China's intentions and how Taipei should reasonably defend itself against its powerful neighbor.
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As the war in Iran enters its second month, many Iranians are urging the U.S and Israel to keep striking their country.
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A Colorado law banning talk therapy that seeks to change a teenager's sexual orientation or gender identity has been rejected by the Supreme Court. LGBTQ advocates are not happy.
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Justification for starting a war with Iran have been inconsistent and sometimes contradictory from U.S. officials, but the language has also been different than in wars past.
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NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Ophir Falk, foreign policy adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, about his country's stance on war with Iran and Hezbollah.
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The Artemis II mission crew contains four people -- including one woman and one Black man, both of whom will be the first on a lunar mission. But NASA hasn't been talking about these milestones much.
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A four-astronaut crew is going on the first mission to send humans around the moon in more than 50 years. NPR's Scott Detrow visited with the crew while they were still training in Houston.
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High fuel prices are affecting many people, including some dairy farmers. That's the case in part of Wisconsin where a competitive U.S. House district race could help decide control of Congress.
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A federal judge has ruled that an executive order ending federal funding for NPR and PBS crosses a line drawn by the First Amendment that forbids viewpoint discrimination.
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