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Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Notice of Death – September 7, 2026 (shreveportbossierjournal.com) — Families across Shreveport and nearby communities are announcing funeral and memorial services this week for several longtime residents, with multiple gatherings scheduled today, September 10, and into October. Services will be held at churches, funeral homes, and cemeteries throughout Shreveport, Bossier City, and Haughton. Readers can find times and locations to pay their respects and support grieving neighbors.
2. Shreveport police investigating fatal Labor Day hit-and-run on Gideon Street (ksla.com) — Shreveport police are investigating a deadly Labor Day hit-and-run on Gideon Street that killed a woman after she was taken to a local hospital. Investigators are asking nearby residents and businesses to review any security footage and contact Shreveport Police or Crime Stoppers with tips that might help identify the fleeing vehicle and driver.
3. Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office opens Explorer 4910 applications (ktalnews.com) — Young people in Shreveport ages 14 to 20 can now apply for the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Explorer 4910 program, but the deadline is September 10. An open house at Sheriff's Safety Town on Jewella Avenue is set for September 29, with the first meeting October 3. The free program focuses on career exploration, leadership, and practical life skills.
4. Calvary's Bockhaus, Sledge make college commitments (shreveporttimes.com) — Two standout players from Shreveport's Calvary Baptist national championship softball team have made big college decisions, with junior shortstop Baylor Bockhaus committing to Duke and pitcher/designated player Jaycee Sledge choosing Southern Miss. Both were key to Calvary's back-to-back LHSAA Division III state titles. Their commitments add to a growing list of Cavaliers moving on to Division I programs.
5. Shreveport travelers report smooth Labor Day flights (ktalnews.com) — If you flew through Shreveport Regional Airport this Labor Day, you likely enjoyed short lines, easy parking, and friendly TSA agents, according to local travelers. Residents and visitors say they often choose Shreveport over larger airports for its convenience, calmer atmosphere, and sometimes better costs, especially when heading out for family visits, relaxation, or casino getaways.
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