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Shreveport-Bossier Runners React to Boston Marathon Bombings

Angela Thomas — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:16:53 +0000

Locals are hearing from Shreveport-Bossier residents who participated in the Boston Marathon.

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Jeff Thompson: Louisiana Health Department 'Pulled the Trigger Too Quick' on Destroying Donated Deer Meat

Angela Thomas — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 17:26:08 +0000

Afternoon news conference scheduled to discuss donated meat replacement...and making sure this never happens again.

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Newest LSU Tiger Tre'Davious White Talks High Recruitment Rankings + More [INTERVIEW]

Chris Dee — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 02:08:01 +0000

Green Oaks High School star cornerback Tre'Davious White will soon be "Callin' Baton Rouge" after signing with the LSU Tigers on National Signing Day. We interviewed Tre'Davious and asked about his impressive high school career, what he looks forward to in Baton Rouge and who his favorite football player is.

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Gingerbread House Getting New Audio/Video Recording Equipment Thanks to $5,000 Donation

Angela Thomas — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:19:12 +0000

Every year, the Run With the Nuns motorcycle rally raises money to support children's health programs in our community. The committee's last rally was this past October, and today, member Dana Smelser handed over a $5,000 check to Gingerbread House.

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Louisiana Congressman Bill Cassidy Talks Mental Health & Mass Shootings [INTERVIEW]

Dennis Foley — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:00:36 +0000

Sandy Hook, the Colorado movie theater and Virginia Tech all have something in common, according to Louisiana Congressman Bill Cassidy.

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'Sideline Dolls' Visit KEEL's Studio En Route To NFL's Super Bowl

Dennis Foley — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 20:23:03 +0000

The Super Bowl is less than a week away and the Sideline Dolls along with the Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce are showing their support for entertainment and tourism in the state of Louisiana.

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Lauds 2013 Pro Bowl on Reddit

Associated Press — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:53:14 +0000

HONOLULU (AP) — At least one key NFL executive thinks play improved at the Pro Bowl this year: Commissioner Roger Goodell.

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Shreveport's Christina Langston Wins Golden Ticket to Hollywood on 'American Idol'

Angela Thomas — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:42:51 +0000

David Langston is a pretty proud dad today. His daughter, Christina Langston, has advanced to the Hollywood round on American Idol.

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Rush Limbaugh Interviews Conservative Actor Nick Searcy

howardjhart — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 18:54:01 +0000

Rush Limbaugh engages in many of the same activities as others, including watching TV and following celebrities. He recently interviewed Peabody Award-winning international film and television star Nick Searcy about what it's like being a conservative in Hollywood.

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Tom Gresham: President Obama's Gun Control Measures Could Leave Only Crazy People With Guns

Angela Thomas — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 19:16:42 +0000

We've heard arguments for and against President Obama's gun control legislation. We interviewed Gun Talk show host Tom Gresham on KEEL Morning News today to get his thoughts on gun control and the Sandy Hook school shooting.

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"It's So Cool!' Krewe of Justinian Grand Bal this Friday! [AUDIO]

Bristol — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:22:28 +0000

Today I had the pleasure of having Kenneth Haines, the captain of the Krewe of Justinian, in the K945 studio. After our interview, I knew one thing for sure: the group's Black Tie formal Grand Bal this Friday (Jan. 18) is going to be a party!

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Bossier Schools Director of Safety Danny Dison: We Won't Arm Our Teachers

Dennis Foley — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 18:22:49 +0000

After the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting and following the debate over guns and schools, Bossier schools have taken positions on what they feel is the best way to keep students safe.

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Pontiac, Mich. Mayor Leon Jukowski Talks Elio Motors, Wishes Shreveport a Smooth Ride [INTERVIEW]

Howard Hart — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 23:11:37 +0000

Prior to buying the old General Motors plant in Shreveport, Elio Motors had considered another city. Pontiac, Mich. Mayor Leon Jukowski tells KEEL news that the car company scouted a facility in the city and even offered an investment incentive. However, several issues prevented the plan from bearing fruit.

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Louisiana U.S. Senator David Vitter Reacts to Connecticut School Shootings, Mark McCabe Arrest [INTERVIEW]

Angela Thomas — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 21:15:29 +0000

David Vitter shares his thoughts about how to talk to your kids about the Connecticut school shootings and the Mark McCabe arrest.

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Rhonda Lee Says She's Shocked By National Media Attention, But Hopes It 'Dies Down' [INTERVIEW]

Erin McCarty — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 22:10:29 +0000

Former KTBS Meteorologist Rhonda Lee took her case to the airwaves this morning. Lee chatted with Erin McCarty about her Facebook-inspired firing, the national attention her story has attracted and her plans for the future.

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Former KTBS Meteorologist Rhonda Lee Hires Lawyer, Says She's Still Open to Returning to Her Job [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]

Erin McCarty — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 19:03:39 +0000

Meteorologist Rhonda Lee spoke with Erin McCarty on the phone this morning about her recent firing from KTBS and detailed the events leading up to it.

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KTBS Meteorologist Rhonda Lee Says She Hasn't Seen the Facebook Policy That Led to Her Termination

Justin Massoud — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 21:24:38 +0000

Following her termination from KTBS-TV, Rhonda Lee has taken the opportunity to tell her story to a national audience. The meteorologist says she was fired for violating KTBS' social media guidelines by replying to an offensive comment left on the station's Facebook page.

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Independence Bowl: ULM Coach Todd Berry Talks About Warhawks First Ever Bowl Bid!

Chris Evans — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 23:42:32 +0000

The University of Louisiana-Monroe, under head coach Todd Berry, is heading to it's first ever Bowl game. It's big news for the Warhawk faithful. ULM's exciting season will culminate on December 28th in the Advocare V100 Independence Bowl when they meet the Ohio Bobcats. I had a chance to talk with coach Todd Berry and get his reaction to the Indy bowl bid and ask him his thoughts on Louisiana Tech's passing on the Indy invite.

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NSU Head Coach Bradley Peveto Talks About Playing for the Nation's Biggest Trophy… Chief Caddo!

Chris Evans — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:00:23 +0000

The Northwestern State Demons fell 52-17 last week to Sam Houston State. The Demons are 4-6 but still have something BIG to play for. That would be the nation's largest college trophy... Chief Caddo! The rivalry trophy is held each year by the winner of the NSU/Stephen F. Austin game. Head Coach Bradley Dale Peveto talks about his unique history with the trophy and about his senior class that will be playing their last game as Northwestern State Demons.

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NSU Head Coach Bradley Peveto Talks UCA Loss and Upcoming Game with #4 Sam Houston

Chris Evans — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 20:14:13 +0000

The Northwestern State Demons (4-5, 2-3 in SLC) are coming off a loss to Southland Conference leading Central Arkansas. This week NSU will host FCS #4 ranked Sam Houston State at Turpin Stadium in Natchitoches.

I caught up with Coach Peveto at the NSU Quarterback Luncheon to ask him about last and this week's game.

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