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🐝The Day Of Feasting - Fat Tuesday

🐝The Day Of Feasting - Fat Tuesday

Ordavion Charleston
March 04, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 11 minutes

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In today’s Shreveport Buzz:

🎉 Fat Tuesday Children's Parade 2025
🎭 Fat Tuesday – The Ultimate Mardi Gras Party!
🍖 Beast Feast – A Night of Wild Game & Flavor!

— Ordavion Charleston

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THE DIGEST

👮 Police Seek Help Reuniting Lost Boy with His Family

A young boy has been found, and police are asking for the community’s help in locating his family. If you have any information, please reach out to authorities. Let’s bring him home safely! ❤️ Click Here

🎭 Check Out the Highland Mardi Gras Parade!

The beads were flying, and the crowd was cheering! Take a look at all the fun and excitement from the Highland Mardi Gras Parade, where Shreveport’s most unique and festive celebration rolled through the streets! 🎉 Click Here

🏛️ Shreveport Mayor to Honor Former City Councilman Larry Ferdinand

A well-deserved recognition! Former Shreveport City Councilman Larry Ferdinand will be honored for his contributions to the city. A look at his impact and the legacy he leaves behind. 🌟 Click Here

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

🍖 Beast Feast – A Night of Wild Game & Flavor!

Indulge in an incredible feast featuring wild game, unique dishes, and a community gathering celebrating the outdoors.

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🍽️ Ready for a feast like no other? Get all the details here!

🎭 Mardi Gras Parade – East Reservation Celebration!

Experience the excitement of a festive Mardi Gras parade, complete with colorful floats, beads, and music!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🎉 Don’t miss this Fat Tuesday celebration! Join the fun!

👑 Gilded in Grace March Meeting

A gathering of elegance and inspiration! Join a group of like-minded individuals for a special discussion and community building.

📅 March 4, 2025📍Shreveport, LA✨ Connect and be inspired at this exclusive event! Find more info here.

💼 Barksdale Spouses Club Interest Meeting

Learn more about how to get involved with the Barksdale Spouses Club, meet new people, and engage with your military community!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA👥 Interested in joining? Find out more here!

🎭 Fat Tuesday – The Ultimate Mardi Gras Party!

Celebrate Mardi Gras in style with live music, delicious food, and plenty of beads and fun!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🎊 Get ready for a Fat Tuesday like no other! Join the celebration!

🎉 Fat Tuesday Children's Parade 2025

Learn expert pruning techniques to keep your roses thriving!

📅 March 1, 2025📍Shreveport, LA✂️ Join this hands-on gardening event to enhance your rose care skills! More details here.

💃 R&B Swingout & 2-Step Dance Class

A fun, family-friendly Mardi Gras parade just for the kids! Beads, music, and excitement fill the air for this festive event!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🎈 A perfect parade for the little ones! Get the details here!

🛠 Northwest Louisiana Career & Job Fair

Looking for a new opportunity? Meet top employers, network, and explore job openings in various industries!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA💼 Take the next step in your career! Find job opportunities here!

🔬 BPCC Technology Career Exploration Event

Discover careers in technology, meet industry professionals, and explore opportunities in an ever-growing field!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA💻 Explore tech careers and start your journey! Learn more here.

💼 Northwest Louisiana Career and Job Fair – Your Next Opportunity Awaits

Looking for a job or career change? Meet top employers, network with industry professionals, and explore new opportunities at this career fair!

📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Location: Bossier City, LA
🔎 Don’t miss out—connect with potential employers and take the next step in your career!
👉 Learn more here

🦞 Crawfish Season Kickoff – Big Boilin’ Crawfish & More at Fatty Arbuckles

Hot, spicy, and fresh—come enjoy some of the best crawfish in Shreveport! Plus, rotating beer specials and other delicious options.

📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Location: Fatty Arbuckles, Shreveport, LA
🔥 Get ready to peel, eat, and enjoy a true Louisiana crawfish feast!
👉 Find out more here

🥃 Sazerac Whiskey Tasting – A Night of Fine Spirits

Join Cuban Liquor for an exclusive tasting featuring Paddy’s Whiskey, served neat and in cocktails.

📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Location: Cuban Liquor & Wine Co Inc, Shreveport, LA
🥃 Whiskey lovers, this one’s for you!
👉 Details available here

🧟 Zombie Survival Camp – Test Your Survival Skills

Spring Break just got intense! Kids ages 8-14 will learn essential survival skills, from fire building to archery and even zombie war games.

📅 Date: March 10-14, 2025
📍 Location: Caddo Parish Parks, Shreveport, LA
⚔️ Ready for the ultimate outdoor adventure? Sign up today!
👉 Register and learn more here

🙏 Ash Wednesday Dinner & Service – A Time for Reflection

Begin the Lenten season with a taco bar dinner followed by a meaningful Ash Wednesday service at First Methodist Church.

📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Location: First Methodist Church, Shreveport, LA
⛪ Join us as we start this season of reflection and renewal together!
👉 More details here

🍔 The Cub Lounge’s Famous Burger Night – A Local Favorite

Enjoy a handcrafted 8-ounce certified Angus beef burger with your choice of cheese, bacon, or egg, served with fries or onion rings.

📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Location: The Cub Lounge & Grille, Shreveport, LA
🔥 Treat yourself to a legendary burger at a historic local spot!
👉 Check out the menu and details here

✝️ Ash Wednesday Service at St. Paul UMC – A Time for Worship

Mark the beginning of Lent with a special Ash Wednesday service at St. Paul UMC.

📅 Date: March 5, 2025
📍 Location: St. Paul UMC, Shreveport, LA
🙏 Join in worship and reflection as we enter the Lenten season!
👉 Service details available here

CIVIL INSIGHT

🧹 Invitation for Bids: Janitorial Supplies and Disposable Goods

The Parish of Caddo is inviting bids for IFB 25-10, covering janitorial supplies, trash liners, paper products, and disposable goods.

Bid Period: February 20, 2025, 8:00 AM – March 11, 2025, 3:00 PM
Location: Government Plaza, 1st Floor, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their bids within the specified period. Click here for more details.

🏠 Property Standards Committee Meeting

Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Time: 10:30 AM

Location: Government Chamber, 1st Floor of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Agenda Highlights:

Opening Comments from Chair Tabatha Taylor
Public Comments
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
Discussion on Landlords and Squatters
Demolition Report
Illegal Dumping and Camera Update
Bulk Pickups
Update on DOTD Litter Pick-Up
Commercial Property Litter

The public is welcome to attend.

📚 Caddo Parish School Board Executive Committee/Board Work Session

Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Time: 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Location: Caddo Parish School Board Office, 1961 Midway Ave, Shreveport, LA 71130

Agenda Highlights:

Executive Committee Meeting
Board Work Session

The public is welcome to attend.

WEATHER

Tuesday

67 🌡️ 47 | 🌩️ | 85% 🥵 | 💨 SW 14 mph

Note: A few morning thunderstorms, some severe; windy, cloudy this morning, then clouds and sun this afternoon with a shower in spots.

Severe Weather Alert:

A multi-day severe weather outbreak is expected to affect tens of millions from the Plains to the Southeast, including Shreveport. This system may produce severe thunderstorms, large hail, damaging winds, and the potential for strong tornadoes. Residents are advised to stay updated and take necessary precautions

Wednesday

59 🌡️ 35 | ☀️ | 60% 🥵 | 💨 NW 14 mph

Note: Plenty of sunshine, windy, and cooler.

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