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Centenary Theatre Program presents ‘Wait Until Dark’ at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse
The Centenary Theatre Program opens its 2021-2022 season later this month with Jeffrey Hatcher’s 2013 adaptation of Frederick Knott’s 1966 play, “Wait Until Dark,” a tense, complex thriller that builds to a gripping finish. “Wait Until Dark” opens at Centenary’s Marjorie Lyons Playhouse on Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m., with additional evening performances on Oct. 1 and 2 and a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Oct. 3.

After-school STEAM, gaming, homework help available for teens at Shreve Library
Shreve Memorial Library branches encourage teens to visit the coolest place in town – the library – after school. With a variety of programs geared for teens and tweens, the library is proving that libraries are more than just books. Teens, ages 11 to 17, can express their creativity through STEAM-based programs, challenge their friends in gaming sessions, get help from their peers with homework, and relax with movies, yoga and more. Programs for teens and children of all ages take place at Shreve Memorial Library branches throughout Caddo Parish.

Center for Information Assurance launches Cyber Ways Podcast to connect academia and industry
RUSTON, La. — The Center for Information Assurance, housed in Louisiana Tech’s College of Business, launched The Cyber Ways podcast this week. Hosted by Dr. Craig Van Slyke and Dr. Tom Stafford, renowned computer information systems faculty members, the podcast aims to translate academic cyber security research into practical and real-world application.

Realtor CEO Scott Hughes puts politics into perspective
Chances are, whenever there is an election in northwest Louisiana, Scott Hughes is on hand offering political commentary and analysis for the local media.

The State Fair of Louisiana announces the 115th annual state fair
The State Fair of Louisiana is making plans for the 115th State Fair which will take place Oct. 28 through Nov. 14 at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds in Shreveport. The primary goal of the State Fair of Louisiana is to create an event for families to come out and have a great time in a safe and friendly environment.
Local gaming revenues decline in August from July of this year
Revenues of Louisiana casinos, video gaming and racino numbers have been on an up-and-down roller coaster all year.
Independence Bowl donates to local teachers on Extra Yard for Teachers Big Day
Extra Yard for Teachers Big Day was on Sept. 14, and the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl donated over $1,000 to local teachers initiatives on the Big Day through Donors Choose.



