š± Missing Bossier City man with Alzheimerās found safe after police alert
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In today's newsletter:
- Missing Bossier City man with Alzheimerās found safe after police alert
- Bossier City families receive service details for several recent local deaths
- How Cedar Grove is coming together after losing eight children
Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A couple of showers, with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees.
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 82, low: 67.
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 82 and low of 66 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Bossier City Police Seek Public's Help in Locating Missing 72-Year-Old Man with Alzheimer's (bossierpress.com) ā Bossier City residents are being reassured after police confirmed that 72-year-old James Bradford Cummings, who has onset Alzheimerās and was reported missing Tuesday, has been safely located. The alert, issued by the Bossier City Police Violent Crimes Division, included his description, vehicle details, and CrimeStoppers contacts to quickly mobilize community help. 
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2. Notice of Death ā April 19, 2026 (shreveportbossierjournal.com) ā Families in Bossier City and nearby communities are being notified of several recent deaths, with services scheduled at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Bossier City and other area locations. Residents can note upcoming service dates and locations to pay their respects or share condolences. Ā Ā Ā
3. Family, community unite to honor 8 children killed in Louisiana (wgno.com) ā Bossier City neighbors are gathering in Cedar Grove to mourn eight children killed in a recent tragedy, turning the front yard of their home into a growing memorial of balloons, teddy bears, and flowers. Family members and local faith leaders are leaning on one another in prayer and remembrance as they work to honor the young victims beyond the crime itself. Ā Ā Ā
4. Louisiana Casino Revenue Down 4.8% in March 2026: $230.8 Million Total and What the Decline Signals for Regional Gaming Markets (bettorsinsider.com) ā Bossier Cityās new Live! Casino Louisiana is part of a statewide gaming market that saw revenue slip 4.8% in March, signaling possible economic stress for regional casinos. With local properties depending on drive-in visitors, analysts say continued declines could influence future regulations, competition among casinos, and how operators respond to shifting consumer spending. Ā Ā Ā
5. Shreveport community leaders call for support and action (ktbs.com) ā Bossier City is one of four locations tied to a devastating mass shooting that left eight children dead and two women critically injured in nearby Shreveportās Cedar Grove neighborhood. Local officials are calling for trauma support, community action, and deeper responses to domestic violence as investigators piece together what happened and state leaders pledge help with funeral costs. Ā Ā Ā
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- What is there to do for a 48 year old Widower?
My wife passed away in February, and I have joined a widows/widowers group, but most of their events take place during the day when I'm working. Theā¦ (Nextdoor Southern Terrace) - Does someone want a very sweet kitty.
Looking to home this beautiful cat. She is so sweet. She had 4 kittens. (Nextdoor Old Greenacres)
- Legends Hospitality posted a job opening for Housekeeping in Bossier City. Apply here.
- Primoris Services Corporation posted a job opening for Logistics Assistant in Bossier City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bossier City here.
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