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Immigration attorneys worry the executive order could force health providers to determine the legal status of pregnant women before providing care, potentially endangering their lives and those of their unborn children.
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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39th September Competition, Between the Lines: 250
Years of American Poetry, Josep María García-Llort from the Freedman Collection. -
Exhibition featuring Simone Soileau, Bill Bryant, & the Resident Artist Annual Summer Show.
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The holidays may seem far away, but auditions are just around the corner!
Red River Dance Theatre Company's production of The Nutcracker is a beloved CenLa tradition! Join us and be part of the magic!
Who: We need performers of all ages! Are you a brand new dancer? Great! Are you a seasoned pro? Perfect! Has it been a while and you miss the spotlight? Excellent! There is a role for every dancer!
There will be a $10 audition fee.
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City Park Players is holding auditions for "Misery", the chilling stage adaptation of Stephen King's unforgettable psychological thriller. This gripping story features intense characters, shocking twists, and an unforgettable battle of wills that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
AUDITIONS: "Misery" by William Goldman. Directed by Jared Guillory
PERFORMANCE DATES:
October 8-18, 2026
Cast needed: 2m, 1w
Characters:
ANNIE WILKES – female, age presenting 35-60. Annie is Paul’s biggest fan.
PAUL SHELDON – male, age presenting 35-55. He’s a writer of a series of very popular novels.
BUSTER – male, age presenting 30-60. The sheriff of a nearby town.
All CPP auditions are a cold read, which simply means you'll be given a short scene from the script at the audition and a few minutes to look it over before reading it with others. There's nothing to memorize, and we're not looking for perfection. We're simply interested in seeing how you bring a character to life and work with fellow actors!
Questions? Email us at cityparkplayers@gmail.com
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Set in an upscale country club, Season 2 of BEEF has been nominated for 16 Emmys. Lee spent two decades writing other people's shows before he started telling stories inspired by his own life.
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The agreement between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia gives American companies priority access to nuclear reactors and fuel to Saudi Arabia. It's expected to last decades and be worth billions of dollars.
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NPR's Michel Martin talks to Daniel Benaim, a former State Department official who worked on Gulf issues, about the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal.
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It can take weeks to confirm a single case of intestinal illness caused by the cyclospora parasite, but the CDC's tally for this year now stands at over 4,100.
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Apple TVBased on Marissa Stapley's 2021 crime novel, Lucky is an aggressively entertaining series about a con woman who absconds with millions of dollars — then must evade the mob and the law. -
Stephan Bisaha/NPRThe online outcry over the renaming of a summer festival illustrates the unease over the data center boom in the South. -
Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesTransportation officials have removed a growing list of safety materials that mention bike lanes from federal websites. Safety advocates warn that's undermining proven measures for reducing crashes. -
Trump administration signs nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, Trump ramps up aggression against Iran despite declining support, House passes Pentagon funding bill.
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There are more questions after preliminary results of an independent autopsy of the body of Nolan Wells were inconclusive. The 18 year-old was left on a Mississippi island by friends.
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A year ago, President Trump cut all federal funding for public TV and radio. Hundreds of public media staffers got laid off. But listeners and viewers are also stepping up with support.
The Vehicle Donation Program provides Vehicle Donation Services to Public Radio stations across the country. This is a great way to support this station…