Red River Radio News
Our drawing this Friday is for a 2 night stay at the Captain's Castle Bed & Breakfast in Jefferson, Texas.
Cultural, Community, Information
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Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6 p.m. This week Shannon Johnston talks with Barrow Peacock. From his career in business to shaping legislation, Peacock shares lessons, leadership insights, and a look at what’s ahead for Louisiana. -
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.
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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Organ recital, open to the public, featuring organist Benjamin Gessner, organist and choirmaster at Church of the Holy Cross. -
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.
News Feed
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Eric Zachanowich/A24The former WWE wrestler considered pursuing a career in mixed martial arts before realizing, "I don't like getting punched in the face." Johnson plays MMA fighter Mark Kerr in a new film. -
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-NY, about the ongoing budget negotiations and the impact of the government shutdown.
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Paul Currie/AFP via Getty ImagesThe attack took place outside a synagogue in Manchester, England. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the attack "appalling" and "all the more horrific" for taking place on Yom Kippur, Judaism's holiest day. -
Chris Conder for NPRNPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear about his cross-party appeal in a state that has always overwhelmingly voted for Trump. -
As Democrats and Republicans trade barbs, Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought works to carry out what the Trump administration calls the "good that can come" from a shutdown.
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Around 80,000 federal employees call Fairfax County, Virginia, home. County Chairman Jeffrey McKay talks about his community's concerns over the government shutdown and what is being done to help.
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RIJASOLO/AFP via Getty ImagesGen Z-led protests in two diverse African countries highlight frustration over years of poor governance. Fueled by social media, these youth movements are demanding accountability. -
Josh Edelson/AFP via Getty ImagesTransmission lines have been linked to the start of the Eaton fire in January. But another kind of line — distribution lines that power homes — were also wreaking havoc before that fire sparked. -
Getty Images/Emily Bogle/NPRRising costs are causing a lot of Americans to think twice before booking a trip. And many who do travel are scaling back their ambitions and staying closer to home. -
Patty Wight/Maine Public RadioLee Cooper finds purpose and a sense of community in his volunteer job at Maine Needs, a group that provides clothing for people in need.
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