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People Still Use Cash In Shreveport-Bossier?

People Still Use Cash In Shreveport-Bossier?

I honestly can’t tell you when the last time was I paid for something in cash… I use my debit card for just about everything… even a soda from the machine when I can! But, are people in the Shreveport-Bossier area still paying for things in cash?? Nationally using cash is third behind credit and…MORE

Baton Rouge Police on the Hunt for Student’s Murderer

Baton Rouge Police on the Hunt for Student’s Murderer

The tragic murder of an LSU student in Baton Rouge has shook our entire state this week. Baton Rouge police now look to the public for help to bring the killer to justice. Early this morning, Friday, September 16th, an LSU senior was found dead in her car near the downtown area of Baton Rouge.…MORE

Bed Bath and Beyond in Bossier Is CLOSING For Good!

Bed Bath and Beyond in Bossier Is CLOSING For Good!

We currently have have two Bed, Beth and Beyond’s in the Shreveport-Bossier area – and we’re about to have just one! Earlier this month Bed Bath and Beyond announced they were closing stores and laying employees off. They put out a list of stores they would be closing, and the Bossier Bed Bath and Beyond…MORE

McDonald’s, Burger King, and Wendy’s Are Giving Away Burgers FOR FREE on Sunday in Shreveport-Bossier!

McDonald’s, Burger King, and Wendy’s Are Giving Away Burgers FOR FREE on Sunday in Shreveport-Bossier!

Sunday is National Cheeseburger Day, and a bunch of places have deals, including three big chains here in the Shreveport-Bossier area, offering FREE burgers with any purchase in the Shreveport-Bossier area! Do you know of another restaurant in the ArkLaTex offering a discount? Drop us a note on our Facebook and let us know! 1.  McDonald’s polled fans…MORE

Do We Need To Be More Thankful in Shreveport??

Do We Need To Be More Thankful in Shreveport??

Some people say MONEY is the secret to happiness . . . but there’s a new theory… showing GRATITUDE! Should be we be saying THANK YOU more in the Shreveport-Bossier area? About 33% of people say they regularly make it a point to express gratitude in their everyday lives . . . but 65% of…MORE

Shriners Children’s Shreveport to commemorate 100 years of providing life-changing care to kids

Shriners Children’s Shreveport to commemorate 100 years of providing life-changing care to kids

Shriners Children’s Shreveport will celebrate 100 years of providing life-changing care to children with a special anniversary observance on Friday, September 16th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Among the anniversary festivities includes the premiere screening of “Miracles, Magic and Milestones”, a new system feature produced by ABC/Disney and hosted by actress Kristen Bell. Special guests…MORE

Here Are 6 Things To Do in Shreveport When You Win The $25,000 Payoff!

Here Are 6 Things To Do in Shreveport When You Win The $25,000 Payoff!

So, every hour we’ve got your chance to win $25,000 with the $25,000 Payoff on Q97.3. That got me thinking… what could you do with $25,000 CASH in the Shreveport-Bossier area and all across the ArkLaTex. I mean besides the normal… pay down your bills and put some in savings… you gotta have fun. You…MORE

40 Things People in Shreveport Should Do By The Time You’re 40

40 Things People in Shreveport Should Do By The Time You’re 40

Someone polled 2,000 people and asked them to name things you should accomplish . . . or at least strive for . . . by the time you hit 40.  We broke the best ones down into five categories . . . 1.  Relationship stuff:  Fall in love was the #1 answer overall.  But also, have…MORE

National Night Out Shreveport Is Less That A Month Away

National Night Out Shreveport Is Less That A Month Away

National Night Out is less than a month away in the Shreveport-Bossier area! Neighborhoods throughout the Shreveport area will join local police departments to join forces for a celebration of “National Night Out” against crime and drugs.   “National Night Out” is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for our local anti-crime…MORE