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B-52 ENGINE REPLACEMENT STUDY
“The Air Force would like to keep the aircraft around through 2050 and beyond,” said Jim Noetzel, B-52 weapons system team deputy. “If we don’t get new engines, we will have to get a Service Life Engine Program.

318 RESTAURANT WEEK IS MARCH 14-18
The first-ever 318 Restaurant Week was held Nov. 1-5, 2016. Designed by the Shreveport- Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau and its partners to drive new business to local eateries in downtown Shreveport, the inaugural 318 Restaurant Week was...

CADDO CRAWFISH FARM
In recent years, crawfish have become such a treasured delicacy, thanks in no small way to Shreveport’s Mudbug Madness, that one could never keep up with the demand by such old-fashioned methods. Set to capitalize on that growing demand is the new Caddo Crawfish Farm, which is the brainchild of someone who considers himself to have a “Ph.

SING IT!
As the anniversary of the passing of renowned Grammy-winning songwriter/musician David Egan approaches, an unprecedented star-studded line-up of musicians is coming together to celebrate his life and work in “Sing It! The David Egan Songbook.

Business Briefs
•Each year, US Medical Specialties Inc., an international medical consulting firm, helps physicians and other healthcare professionals find community-based, “doctor friendly” Realtors. Chaunta Mero has been recognized by MD Preferred for her service to physicians.

PAY RAISE & CRIME STATS
Michael Carter, president of the Shreveport Police Officers Association, has thrown down the gauntlet to the administration of Mayor Ollie Tyler over pay raises for Shreveport police officers. “This is a full-scale campaign that will go on indefinitely.

A PAY RAISE?
Superintendent Lamar Goree said this month that he’s been charged by the Caddo Parish School Board with looking at how to give “everyone a raise in our school system.” That’s after nearly 60 percent of Caddo Parish Schools were scored by the Louisiana Department of Education as “D” and “F.

[ LETTERS ]
The situation in Chicago requires the help and witness of the entire country. If allowed to persist, it is like a cancer in the black community. Yes, I agree that the government must become involved, but with careful study of the entire situation, causes and effects, with the entire community being involved before anything is done.

AREA FLOODING AND OIL PATCH DECLINE
In what was a big surprise to local government officials, ad valorem assessments in Caddo Parish declined in 2016. At a time when the City of Shreveport and Caddo Parish are scrambling to continue past funding levels, this economic reality was not good news.

New NOW NEXT LEVEL
Shreveport-Bossier just got a little more delicious. With several new restaurants opening in the area, locals will be invited to experience fresh tastes in friendly atmospheres – perfect for date night, family fun, girls’ night out or a delightful solo cuisine experience.

BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH
Every 21 seconds, someone sustains a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Donna Cavanaugh, executive director of ThinkFirst of the Ark-La-Tex, explains how TBIs contribute to the loss of more than 50,000 lives annually and at least 5.3 million Americans are disabled from a brain injury.

CADA
Substance abuse due to addictive disorders affects everyone, from families and children to taxpayers in every state. Drug abuse is often linked to major crimes including sexual abuse, which can make it seem like drug use is far removed from the average American family.

HEALTHY GEEZER
There are two basic categories of hearing loss. One is caused by damage to the inner ear or the auditory nerve. This type of hearing loss is permanent. The second kind occurs when sound can’t reach the inner ear. This can be repaired medically or surgically.

KICKING THE HABIT
In Louisiana, 20.5 percent of the population aged over 18 are currently cigarette smokers. That means there are over 675,000 individuals smoking cigarettes on a daily basis across the state. Despite state-wide efforts to get residents to stop, this figure has remained high.

HEALTHY DOSE OF INFORMATION
CHRIS KEVIL, PH.D., HAS BEEN NAMED VICE CHANCELLOR FOR RESEARCH AT LSU HEALTH SHREVEPORT Dr. Kevil is responsible for providing leadership in research administration and planning. He will serve as a key member of the chancellor’s leadership team, which is transitioning to a new business model.

healthSCENE
Aime Hospice held its Inpatient Unit open house Jan. 31. The event was a sneak peek at the new Aime IPU facility, opening this month. In attendance were various providers of health and elder care who serve the Shreveport/ Bossier communities and see the facility as a benefit to those needing comfort care.

TALK OF THE TOWN
MARCH 17-MAY 31: IMPRESSIVE CEREMONIES: CENTENARY’S PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATIONS, 1835-2010,.

SLT Bash on St. Patrick’s Day
“Finian's Rainbow” is a musical about a leprechaun, a pot of gold and a wily Irishman who comes to the South with his daughter to make his fortune. A theater staple for 70 years, “Finian’s Rainbow” is also the theme of the Shreveport Little Theatre Guild’s spring fundraiser on St.

Antiques, Art and More
Part antiques and curio shop, part estate sale, The Woman’s Department Club’s Antiques and Keepsakes Faire is one event that can’t be missed, and it only rolls around once every two years. With a wide range of prices and variety of offerings, it’s a treat for decorators, art connoisseurs and even fixer-uppers.

on the SCENE
The Mystick Krewe of Louisianans hosted the 69th Washington Mardi Gras Celebration.