Chuck Smith Red River Radio News

Last Wednesday, July 26th, 2023 was Chuck Smith's final newscast at Red River Radio as he retires after 43 years working in radio, television, and various media. Dozens gathered in a special after hours reception to celebrate Chuck's many years' service as a journalist and broadcaster to the community. Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux issued a proclamation officially designating July 26th, 2023 as "Chuck Smith Day".

- Arkansas lawmakers will vote on a bill that penalizes state agencies for using affirmative action in hiring or procurement.- The Louisiana Senate will decide on a bill that offers $45 million as incentive for property insurance companies to do business in the state,- Cold and rainy weather is expected for Texas and much of the south as heavy rain continues throughout the day.

LSUS Continuing Ed To Offer Medical Cannabis Workshop For Counselors

Gov Edwards Tours LSU Health Shreveport Emerging Viral Threat Lab

- In-person, early voting for the midterm elections in Texas starts today and voters get to decide who will be the next governor.- November voters in five states will get to choose whether or not to close loopholes that allow convict labor as an exception to slavery.- A new $65 million proton therapy center being constructed in Little Rock is expected to offer Arkansas cancer patients a new treatment option as early as next September.

— A cooling trend is expected for the rest of the week with low humidity and daytime high temperatures in the low 90’s and overnight temperatures in the low 60’s.

Shreveport Author's Book Adapted To Netfilx Animated Series: "Lost Ollie

TSTA SURVEY: More Texas Teachers Consider Quitting Than Ever Before

— The climate bill signed by President Joe Biden are expected to drastically reduce overall U.S. emissions but some analysts say the legislation will also boost oil and gas companies, offsetting at least some of the emissions reductions.— A large portion of Texas teachers say they are seriously considering quitting their jobs.— Sharply higher mortgage rates, surging inflation and prices that remain near all-time highs are making homes less affordable causing the real estate to cool for some markets.

Shreveport Receives $22 Million Federal Grant For Transportation Infrastructure