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Deer Meat Donated to Shreveport Shelter Destroyed by State Health Inspectors

Erin McCarty — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:21:01 +0000

The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals has issued a statement defending its decision, saying, "Because the meat was potentially unsafe, our health inspectors ordered it destroyed, in accordance with the law."

Matt Damon Says 'No' to Toilets in Fake Press Conference Video for Real Cause

Justin Massoud — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 22:33:25 +0000

Matt Damon has vowed not to go to the bathroom until every person on the planet has access to a toilet. It's a joke -- sort of. The Oscar winner showed his comedy chops in a funny new video for his organization Water.org, whose goal is to provide clean toilets and water to people around the world.

Haughton Riding Club Rummage Sale

Mary Martin — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 19:46:00 +0000

The newly, re-formed Haughton Riding Club is hosting it's first Rummage Sale this Saturday to raise funds to build an announcer's stand! Come by, get a great deal on all kinds of items and help a worthwhile community organization!

Shreveport 2011 Zombie Walk

BJ Kelley — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 23:01:00 +0000

The 4th annual Shreveport Zombie Walk is coming your way on “World Zombie Day.” World zombie day? Yeah, there really is such a thing! It’s Saturday, October 8th… This coming weekend! Basically, if you’ve always wanted to dress up like the un-dead… And help out the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana, the Zombie Walk is [...]

Springhill Church Rummage Sale This Weekend

BJ Kelley — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 02:23:17 +0000

OK, I’ll admit it. I’m a sucker when it comes to sales. Yard sales, garage sales, estate sales, and rummage sales. I blame my grandmother. Every Saturday, she would get an early start looking for “treasures.” If you’re like me, you won’t want to miss this weekend. My friend Ruth let me know that this [...]

East Texas Food Bank Asking For Help

BJ Kelley — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 01:59:16 +0000

With the economy staying stagnant, more and more families are having to ask for help making ends meet. And groups are trying their best to help as much as possible. But sometimes the demands outpace the donations. The Shreveport Gator Run is helping out the food bank of northwest Louisiana. But I know that many [...]

Shreveport Dog Park Fundraiser This Weekend

BJ Kelley — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:42:34 +0000

My friend Cynthia has been so excited the last couple of weeks. I’ve known her for almost six years… And all six she’s been trying to get a dog park for Shreveport. With the recent approval from the city, they are one step closer to making it a reality. She sent me an email about [...]

Fundraiser – 'Jam For Cam' This Friday

BJ Kelley — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:03:46 +0000

Coming up on Friday the 16th, it’s your opportunity to help one of ourneighbors.. 12-year-old Cameron Varnell. Unfortunately, his leukemia has returned for a 3rd time. And his family needs our thoughts, prayers, and support. The fundraiser will be held at the Krewe of Centaur Den beginning Friday at 7pm. This is a “Jam for [...]

Shreveport American Red Cross Fundraiser

BJ Kelley — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 23:19:35 +0000

The American Red Cross has been touching lives and helping out for years. And they count on our donations to help them do it.

Besides just helping out in disasters, the American Red Cross also helps our service men and women and their families with emergencies, critical illness, injury, and more. But, it takes money to make it all happen.

2011 Annual Pioneer Heritage Pancake Breakfast Announced

Rick Taylor — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:55:20 +0000

We’ve got the who, what, when and where when it comes to the pancake breakfast to raise money for the annual Greenwood, LA festival. Sponsored by the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, the 2011 Annual Pioneer Heritage Pancake Breakfast is announced. It will be Saturday, September 17th from 7 – 10 am at William Peters Park in Greenwood, LA. Tickets are [...]

Blanchard Elementary PTA Fundraising Event Planned

Rick Taylor — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 04:56:46 +0000

MARK YOUR CALENDARS, The Blanchard Music Fest & Benefit Pageant is coming up soon! Date: Saturday, September 17, 2011 Registration: 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at Donnie Bickham Middle School For registration forms download them from www.blanchardmusicfest.com or email tanya@blanchardmusicfest.com or jennifer@blanchardmusicfest.com. The Pageant begins sharply 10:00 a.m. It’s going to be a blast for [...]

Joe Ferguson Hilman House Golf Classic

BJ Kelley — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:44:11 +0000

Since today’s great Seize The Deal has to do with golf, I thought this would be a great time to remind you about a fantastic benefit KVKI is helping out with! KVKI and Town Square Media is proud to sponsor the Joe Ferguson Hilman House Golf Classic. All the fun starts Thursday, July 28th at 6:30pm [...]

Bossier Arts Council Birthday Party Tonight

BJ Kelley — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 19:43:17 +0000

A couple of friends of mine just called to remind me about the birthday party going on tonight. And not just anyone’s birthday… It’s the Bossier Arts Council’s 30th birthday party! Can you believe it?… They’ve been supporting and promoting the Arts for 30 years now! The celebration gets under way tonight from 4-9pm. Plus, [...]

Car Wash To Benefit United Way This Weekend

BJ Kelley — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:19:10 +0000

I got an email asking me to pass along some information about a United Way Fundraiser this weekend. Quick points: It’s an “Executive Car Wash” at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino this Saturday, the 16th, from 9am – 2pm. Executive meaning… The management will be the ones washing your car!!! More information: Executive Car Wash [...]

Fundraiser At Party Central Next Weekend

BJ Kelley — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:37:38 +0000

I got an email from our friend Amy yesterday asking me to pass along some information. She writes: “I am having a benefit at Party Central to celebrate 5 children battling life threatening illnesses. The children are Brock, Madalyna, Ben, Carson, Jackson, and Katie! It will be held at Party Central on Viking Dr in [...]

2011 American Cancer Society's Baron's Ball

BJ Kelley — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:40:06 +0000

The Shreveport chapter of the American Cancer Society is getting ready for their 4th annual Baron’s Ball. Monies raised go to provide funds for cancer research, free programs, and other services for cancer patients in the Shreveport/Bossier area. The theme for this year is “On Track For A Cure.” And If you’ve never been before, [...]

Food Bank Of NWLA Launches Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser

Rick Taylor — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 05:48:19 +0000

The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana is gearing up for its annual Empty Bowls fundraiser by hosting the Empty Bowls Kick-Off Bowl Painting Party. The Bossier City Kick-off will take place on Thursday, March 24, 2010 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. in the old Chico’s location(behind Banana Republic) at the Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier City. [...]