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SCI-PORT RECEIVES $400,000 STATE APPROPRIATION TO EXPAND STEM EDUCATION AND ENHANCE VISITOR EXPERIENCES

Shreveport, Louisiana, July 2, 2026 – Sci-Port Discovery Center is proud to announce it has officially received its award letter from the Louisiana Senate confirming a $400,000 state appropriation through House Bill 312/ ACT 961 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. This investment will support the expansion of Sci-Port’s educational programming while funding exciting improvements throughout the […]

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Shreveport Symphony Orchestra Announces Todd Simmons as Chief Executive Officer 

Shreveport, LA — The Shreveport Symphony Orchestra (SSO) announces Todd Simmons as its new Chief Executive Officer. Simmons will lead efforts to deepen community engagement, expand partnerships, and further establish the Symphony as a cultural and economic force in the region. With more than three decades of demonstrated artistic leadership, executive management, and audience connection, Simmons brings a rare blend of musical expertise and […]

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Show Me Your Badge” Program to Welcome Conference Visitors and Boost Local Business

Shreveport, LA — The Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Visit Shreveport-Bossier are launching a new initiative designed to connect conference attendees, event participants, and visiting professionals with downtown Shreveport businesses and all they need is their event badge.  The Show Me Your Badge program encourages attendees to explore the downtown district while supporting local […]

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Robinson Film Center Launches “Is This Seat Taken?” Campaign to Support Theater Upgrades and Film Education

Shreveport, LA– Robinson Film Center (RFC) has launched a new fundraising initiative, Is This Seat Taken?, inviting community members to leave a lasting mark while supporting the future of independent film, education, and cultural programming in Northwest Louisiana. Thanks to a generous gift from the Noel Foundation, RFC is replacing the seating in both of its theaters, […]

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Latasha V. Henderson—Project Runway Alum & International Designer—Announces Premiere of New Fashion-Education YouTube Show

SHREVEPORT, LA — December 2025 — Latasha V. Henderson, celebrated Project Runway Season 15 alum, international designer & stylist, and acclaimed Hollywood & Nollywood costume designer, is excited to announce the premiere of her brand-new YouTube show, Fashion Imagination. The highly anticipated series will debut during a special Premiere Event on Friday, December 19, 2025, […]

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Shreveport Music History Program Louisiana Haywire Selected for National Distribution by PRX

SHREVEPORT, LA — The Louisiana Haywire podcast, a show that explores the musical heritage of Northwest Louisiana, has been selected for distribution by Public Radio Exchange (PRX) – a non-profit organization that acts as a central hub for distributing and promoting public radio programming throughout the country. The show is produced and distributed in cooperation […]

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Location Update: JAZZ FEST ON THE RED

Update: Jazz Fest on The Red is this weekend! Due to the recent rain that caused flooding in Riverview Park, the festival is being relocated to Festival Plaza. Be sure to follow their social media, Jazz Fest On The Red, for the most recent updates and exciting announcements!   Shreveport, LA – The highly anticipated […]

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