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Here’s What Shreveport-Bossier Residents Could Buy With $25,000

Here’s What Shreveport-Bossier Residents Could Buy With $25,000

In case you haven’t heard, our $25,000 Payoff is here and it’s kind of a big deal. Allow me to explain…. Every single weekday, you have TEN chances to win $25,000. Every single hour from 8:10 AM – 5:10 PM, you have a chance to win a hundred bucks instantly, and of course, get entered…MORE

Mouthwash and Toothpaste Sold At Family Dollar in Texas Being Recalled

Mouthwash and Toothpaste Sold At Family Dollar in Texas Being Recalled

Family Dollar has recalled several types of Colgate toothpaste and mouthwash that was sold in the state of Texas. Other states affected include Arizona, California, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada and Utah. Purchases made at stores in Louisiana and Arkansas are not part of this recall.MORE

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