Media
The citizens of Shreveport and Bossier are as diverse a population as possible when it comes to accessing media. Some people just cannot devour enough news and information, subscribing to the local newspaper and magazines, in addition to national publications (depending on your zip code, you can have the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal home-delivered). Other people channel surf via cable and satellite, comparing and contrasting varying accounts of the same newsworthy event. Computer-savvy citizens rely on the Internet for information, music, and more. And yet another group of people prefer to garner their knowledge from the Shreveport Times (founded in 1871), local television programming guides, and the Bible. Radio remains a popular source of information for all citizens, with some people staying glued to public radio while others wait for the news bites between songs or tune in to one of the AM talk radio shows. Regardless of what type of media person you happen to be, I think you will find this chapter helpful.
1. Bossier Press-Tribune
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 747-7900
Address: 4250 Viking Dr.
Description: An independently owned newspaper dedicated to delivering the local news for the towns within Bossier Parish (the Minden Press-Herald provides information for Webster Parish). All local news, delivered five times a week, with a special focus on sports and community events. A modest classified ads section also appears in the paper.
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Address: 222 Lake St.
3. Forum
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 222-0409
Address: 1158 Texas Ave.
Description: A free weekly publication, the Forum provides local news, information about upcoming events, ideas for making your home a better place to live, ways to improve your health, and different entertainment opportunities. Publishing 23,000 copies a week, the Forum can be found in many businesses in the area.
4. Inquisitor
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 929-5152
Address: 7781 Hwy. 1
Description: If you have been arrested in either Caddo or Bossier Parish, your name (and depending on what you did, your face) will appear in this tabloid. While it does provide a limited amount of community news, its focus rests on reporting alleged crimes. Given its large readership, it appears to be quite popular. The Inquisitor is available by subscription or at local grocery and convenience stores. Be warned: the photographs are never flattering.
5. Red River Moms
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 459-3254
Address: 222 Lake St.
Description: Inspired by the Web site www.redriver.momslikeme.com, this free monthly magazine, published by Gannett River States Publishing Corp., provides parents with great ideas for educating, engaging, and entertaining their children. This magazine can be picked up at various kid-friendly businesses throughout Bossier and Shreveport.
6. Sb Magazine
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 221-7264
Address: 850 Stoner Ave.
Description: This monthly magazine, available by either subscription or at local grocery stores, provides interviews with newsworthy locals and articles about politics, business, sports, and entertainment. The Best Bites section provides information on local dining experiences while the Red River Review segment will keep you informed about the area’s entertainment, including live music and temporary art exhibits.
7. Shreveport Sun
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 631-6222
Address: 2224 Jewella Ave.
Description: Founded in 1920, this weekly newspaper is the oldest newspaper for African Americans in Louisiana. While its original offices used to be located on Texas Avenue, the transition of that neighborhood required that it relocate. It publishes 7,000 copies each week.
8. Slice
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 459-3254
Address: 222 Lake St.
Description: Premiering in 2009, this is a monthly local health and fitness magazine, published by Gannett River States Publishing Corp. This publication is free-of-charge and available throughout businesses in the area.
9. Kscl 91.3 Fm
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 869-5296
Address: 2911 Centenary Blvd.
Description: Shreveport and Bossier’s alternative music source brought to you courtesy of Centenary College of Louisiana. Any Centenary student is welcome to undergo a bit of training and run their own two-hour show. The station also provides podcasting from its Web site, as well as program-related blogs.
10. Kvki 96.5 Fm
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 688-1130
Address: 6301 West Point Ave.
Description: If adult contemporary music is more your style, turn your dial to 96.5. If they are not playing your choice of music, call their request line (320-9696) and let them know what you want to hear. With the best of music from the 1970s to today, the variety will encourage you to keep tuned in. Of course, Robert and Erin in the morning promise to put a smile on your face that should last throughout the day.
11. Koka 908 Am
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 222-3122 or (318) 424-79
Address: 208 North Thomas St.
Description: This station mixes great gospel music with sermons, Bible study, and inspirational devotionals. Known as “the Light,” the great announcers at KOKA—Pastor Eddie, Sharon, Bettye, and Carl—all have a message to share along with the music. Listen to it online during the day when you need a lift in your spirit.
12. Kyla 106.7
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 222-3122
Address: 3712 Cornell Dr.
Description: This transmitter broadcasts K-LOVE, a national Contemporary Christian music station, which seeks to present the positive and encouraging message of Jesus Christ through music, news, and other forms of witness. This station is commercial-free, meaning it relies on the generous support of its listeners. The station also streams online and invites you to submit your prayer requests to on-staff pastors.
13. Krmd 101.1 Fm
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 549-8500 or (318) 320-57
Address: 270 Plaza Loop
Description: KRMD has been broadcasting in the area for over 75 years, changing its format to all-country, all the time, in 1972. If you want to know what channel locals listen to, then tune in to 101.1; you might find yourself wanting to two-step while driving to work, when Hillary and Derek are not keeping you otherwise entertained. Todd Nixon will take you home in the afternoons, and your weekday evenings feature CMT Radio Live with Cody Alan, who will interview the big names in country music and provide listeners access to special musical events. The Web site also lets you listen live, watch videos, and purchase a limited number of half-priced gift certificates to some of the area’s businesses.
14. Kwkh 1130 Am
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 688-1130
Address: 6301 West Point Ave.
Description: This station was the home of the legendary Louisiana Hayride, which introduced to the world such performers as Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Johnny Horton, George Jones, Faron Young, Webb Pierce, Kitty Wells, Jim Reeves, the Bailes Brothers, Tillman Franks, Doug Kershaw, the Maddox Brothers & Rose, Lefty Frizzell, and dozens more. In keeping with its heritage, KWKH offers listeners classic country. Steve Graf and James Hester provide fishing advice on their show, Hook’n Up and Track’n Down. And have some yucks and chucks with Elaine Ethridge and the morning crew, who mix music with weather and traffic reports. KWKH is also the radio home for the LSU Tigers. Go online for contests, news, and a list of the places selling gasoline for less.
15. Kxks 93.7 Fm
City: Shreveport, LA
Category: Media
Telephone: (318) 688-1130
Address: 6301 West Point Ave.
Description: Operated by Gap Broadcasting, KISS Country serves up your country favorites, usually with a smile. Launched in 2001, this station starts the morning with the Big D and Bubba Morning Show, followed by the antics of Chris Evans (aka the Kissing Bandit) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gary McCoy takes you home from 3 to 7 p.m. Whitney Allen’s Big Time show makes the evening all country Mon through Fri nights until midnight. At their Web site you can listen live, sign up for their VIP program, and check up on the weather, your horoscope, and sports.